UND Hockey: Live Updates & Score vs. Arizona State - NCHC Game

Tempe, Arizona – The University of North Dakota (UND) Fighting Hawks faced off against Arizona State University (ASU) Sun Devils in the series opener at Mullett Arena on Friday evening. UND secured a 2-0 victory, fueled by goals from Anthony Menghini and Ellis Rickwood.

Early Goals Set the Tone

The Fighting Hawks drew first blood at 6:13 of the first period. Anthony Menghini scored, assisted by Jake Livanavage, capitalizing on a rebound after Livanavage’s backhand shot. Later in the period, at 11:11, Ellis Rickwood extended UND’s lead with a shorthanded goal, deflecting an Abram Wiebe point shot past ASU’s goalie, Connor Hasley.

Game Details & Lineups

UND’s forward lines consisted of Mac Swanson, Ellis Rickwood, and Will Zellers; Dylan James, Cole Reschny, and Ben Strinden; Cody Croal, Jack Kernan, and Ollie Josephson; and Anthony Menghini, Cade Littler, and Tyler Young. The defensive pairings included Jake Livanavage and Bennett Zmolek, Abram Wiebe and Keaton Verhoeff, Andrew Strathmann and E.J. Emery, and Sam Laurila. Gibson Homer started in net for UND.

Arizona State countered with forward lines of Cruz Lucius, Kyle Smolen, and Bennett Schimek; Ty Nash, Sean McGurn, and Johnny Waldron; Sam Alfano, Logan Morrell, and Noah Powell; and Carmelo Crandell, Braxton Whitehead, and Ben Kevan. The Sun Devils’ defense featured Brasen Boser and Joel Kjellberg, Richard Baran and Anthony Dowd, Justin Kipkie and Sam Court, and Tucker Ness. Connor Hasley was in goal for ASU.

Did You Know? Gibson Homer started in net for UND against his former team, Arizona State.

Several players were absent from the lineups due to injury. UND was without Josh Zakreski, David Klee, Dalton Andrew, Jayden Jubenvill, and Ian Engel. Arizona State was missing Cullen Potter, Jack Beck, Tony Achille, Lincoln Kuehne, and Chase Hamm.

Recent Form and Lineup Changes

Arizona State had been performing well recently, posting a 9-4 record in their last 13 games. The Sun Devils adjusted their forward lines, moving Kyle Smolen to fill the spot vacated by Cullen Potter, who underwent season-ending surgery on Thursday. Cody Croal returned to the UND lineup after a four-game absence due to illness.

Expert Insight: The absence of key players due to injury for both teams highlights the physical demands of college hockey and the importance of roster depth. Teams must adapt and rely on players to step up in critical moments.

The game was officiated by referees Ryan Hersey and Nathan Weiler, with linesmen Tyler Liffrig and Chris Zorza. Mike Schmitt served as the supervisor.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the final score of the game?

The final score was UND 2, Arizona State 0.

Who scored the goals for UND?

Anthony Menghini and Ellis Rickwood scored the goals for UND.

Which players were not in the lineup for UND?

Josh Zakreski, David Klee, Dalton Andrew, Jayden Jubenvill, and Ian Engel were not in the lineup for UND.

What impact might the recent injuries have on the remainder of the series between UND and Arizona State?

UND Hockey: Live Updates & Score vs. Arizona State – NCHC Game