Clarkson's Season Ends with Pride and Promise for the Future
Clarkson’s memorable season came to a close two weeks ago, falling 3-1 to Cornell in the ECAC Hockey Championship. The loss marked the end of the Golden Knights' most successful campaign record-wise since the 2019-20 season. Despite a strong showing throughout the year, a crowded national field and a few costly losses to lower-ranked teams meant that Clarkson's only shot at an NCAA Tournament berth was through the ECAC’s automatic bid ultimately claimed by Cornell. Still, there’s plenty for the program to be proud of. The Knights were home to a roster of standouts, including ECAC Goalie of the Year Ethan Langenegger, Defensive Defenseman of the Year Trey Taylor, Coach of the Year J.F. Houle, and Player of the Year Ayrton Martino. Both Martino and Taylor recently signed two-year entry-level contracts with the Dallas Stars, with Taylor electing to forgo his final season at Clarkson to begin his pro career. “I’m just really proud of this group,” said captain Ry...