https://www.wsulancers.com en-us https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/CzerniawskiNEHWA_All_Star The New England Hockey Writers Association will host its annual awards brunch on Sunday, April 19, at the Prince Restaurant in Saugus, MA. The event will include not only the New England Writers’ honorees but will also serve to present the recipients of the Walter Brown Award and Joe Concannon Award, given by the Gridiron Club of New England, to the top American-born male hockey players in New England. In addition, the Eastern Massachusetts Ice Hockey Officials will present the J. Thom Lawler Award. Fri, 03 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/CzerniawskiNEHWA_All_Star https://www.wsulancers.com/general/2025-26/releases/20260325ni0tj1 WESTFIELD, Mass. – 38 Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference (MASCAC) student-athletes have been honored for their outstanding sportsmanship as members of the 2026 Winter Sportsmanship Team. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/general/2025-26/releases/20260325ni0tj1 https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260311gueqel WESTFIELD, Mass. -- Rivier’s Chloe Bryda and Worcester State’s Kelsey Czerniawski earn the MASCAC Women’s Ice Hockey Player and Defensive Player of the Year and headline the 2025-26 All-Conference team as voted on by the coaches from around the conference prior to the tournament. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260311gueqel https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260309idfv1b Worcester, MA- After claiming their first MASCAC Championship, and fourth Championship in the last five season, the Worcester State Women's Ice Hockey team had two selected as MASCAC players of the week. Senior Kelsey Czerniawski (Chicopee, MA) and junior Madelyn Franta (Superior, WI) took home the honors in Goalie and Player of the Week. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260309idfv1b https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260306x70lif Worcester, MA- For the fourth time in five seasons, and the first under the new conference creation, the Worcester State Women’s Ice Hockey team (17-9, 10-2) headed to the conference championship and against a familiar foe in the Rivier Raiders (17-9, 9-4). The Lancers claimed the three of the last four Championships between the ECHA and MASCAC conferences while the Raiders have been the final opponent for Worcester the last three years. Rivier claimed the 1-0 win in the MASCAC semifinals last year to advance past Worcester State to the first ever MASCAC Championship, and now return for the third year in a row to the conference championship.  Fri, 06 Mar 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260306x70lif https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/Czneriawski_GOW_8x Worcester, MA- After shutting out the Framingham State Rams last Friday in the MASCAC semifinals, Worcester State Women's Ice Hockey's senior Kelsey Czerniawski (Chicopee, MA) was again tapped as the MASCAC Goalie of the Week. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/Czneriawski_GOW_8x https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260227w3wkii Worcester, MA- In the second season of the MASCAC Women’s Ice Hockey Championship, the #1 Worcester State Women’s Ice Hockey team (16-9, 10-2) was again hosting a MASCAC semifinal game at the Fidelity Bank Worcester Ice Center. Last season the Lancers fell to Rivier, who had previously defeated Framingham State in their quarterfinal meeting. This year the #5 Rams (5-20-1, 1-11) would advance to their first conference semifinals after upsetting the #4 seeded Anna Maria Wednesday night in a decisive 6-2 victory.  Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260227w3wkii https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260223ireavx Worcester, MA- After going 2-0 on the week and claiming the MASCAC Regular Season Title the Worcester State Women’s Ice Hockey claimed two weekly honors with senior Kelsey Czerniawski (Chicopee, MA) seventh Goalie of the Week and sophomore Emily Johns (Clinton, MA) taking home Player of the Week. Mon, 23 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260223ireavx https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260221s39c54 Worcester, MA- After locking up the MASCAC regular season title and the one seed in the post season tournament after a 1-0 victory in the road last night versus Salem State, the Worcester State Women’s Ice Hockey team (15-9, 9-2) returned to the Fidelity Bank Worcester Ice Center for their senior day meeting with the Raiders. In their final game of the regular season the Lancers honored seniors Cailey Ryan (Acton, MA), Lea Gaspar (Chelmsford, MA), Olivia Fehl (Sergeant Bluff, IA) and Kelsey Czerniawski (Chicopee, MA) prior to the puck drop. Sat, 21 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260221s39c54 https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260220uj8l33 Worcester, MA- With the final two games of the regular season upon the season, the Worcester State Lancers Women’s Ice Hockey (14-9, 8-2) is aimed to tie a bow on their first seed into playoffs in the night's meeting with Salem State. The Blue and Gold, coming into the weekend, just needed two points to grab possession of the top spot in the tournament. The Vikings and Lancers travelled into the game each holding a win on the other in the first a crucial weekend for Worcester. Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260220uj8l33 https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260217gkr8r7 Worcester, MA- After a 1-1 week that had Worcester claiming the top spot in the conference as the team begins to head into the post season, senior Kelsey Czerniawski (Chicopee, MA) took home her sixth MASCAC Goalie of the Week selection. Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260217gkr8r7 https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260214w4a1o5 Worcester, MA- Coming off a third period 1-0 victory yesterday afternoon at the DCU center, the Worcester State Women’s Ice Hockey team (14-8, 11-1) headed to Buffone for a back-to-back matchup with the AMCATs. With the one seed mathematically nearly secured, Worcester State was looking to close out the regular season with command as they began the shift to post season action in two weeks.  Sat, 14 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260214w4a1o5 https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260213pv5ial Worcester, MA- Looking to lock up the top seed in the MASCAC post season tournament, the Worcester State Women’s Ice Hockey team (13-8, 1-01) hosted the Anna Maria AMCATs at the DCU Center. The game was played in conjunction with the Women in Sports game day hosted by the Worcester Railers. The Lancers kicked off the game day on the rink that would be followed up by the Railers hosting Trois-Riviers.  Fri, 13 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260213pv5ial https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260209ivscsm Worcester, MA- After taking a commanding lead and control in the MASCAC top seed race this week, going 2-0 in the conference action, the Worcester State Women’s Ice Hockey team has also had senior Kelsey Czerniawski (Chicopee, MA) named the MASCAC goalie of the week for the fifth time this season and sophomore Leyla Tiernan (Anchorage, AK) named as the MASCAC Player of the Week. Mon, 09 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260209ivscsm https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260207vh1kpn Worcester, MA- after making it six straight wins last night with a 5-0 shutout victory over Framingham State the Worcester State Women’s Ice Hockey team (12-8, 9-1) looked to solidify their hold on the post season top seed as they squared off with the current second seeded Rivier. Sat, 07 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260207vh1kpn https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260206wi36iw Worcester, MA- With a solid single claim on the first seed in MASCAC play, the Worcester State Women’s Ice Hockey (11-8, 8-1) have set their sights on winning out to seal the deal. Tonight’s game was played in honor of Project New Hope which empowers Veterans, Service Members, and their families through transformative retreats, essential resources, and holistic support services. For over 16 years, we’ve been dedicated to fostering healing, resilience, and purpose beyond military service—honoring those who served while strengthening individuals, families, and communities. The team also honored junior Abigail Hartley (South Hadley, MA) who was promoted to E-4 SRA and was awarded Airman of the Year for her Wing.  Fri, 06 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260206wi36iw https://www.wsulancers.com/general/2025-26/releases/20260202ruo1mt Westfield, MA — A total of 1,463 student-athletes have been honored by the Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference with selection to the league’s Fall/Winter 2025 All-Academic team that was released earlier today by Commissioner Angela Baumann.  Tue, 03 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/general/2025-26/releases/20260202ruo1mt https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260130vb3m6y Worcester, MA- The Worcester State Lancers were looking for revenge in tonight’s Women’s Ice Hockey (9-8, 6-1) meeting with the Salem State Vikings. The Vikings had handed Worcester their only conference loss of the season thus far on November 22nd in a 3-0 defeat. Worcester was determined to not seed any ground to Salem State in their second attempt. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260130vb3m6y https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260124tfcg98 Worcester, MA- After a competitive first meeting of the week yesterday afternoon, the Worcester State Lancers Women’s Ice Hockey (8-8, 5-1) looked to sweep the weekend series with MCLA. Also in the balance with the night’s game was NCAA career win number 100 for Head Coach Eliza Kelley, who entered the game just a single win away. Sat, 24 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260124tfcg98 https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260123pvdig1 Worcester, MA- Coming off a thrilling 2-1 victory over Utica last Wednesday, the Worcester State Women’s Ice Hockey team (7-8, 4-1) was back in conference fighting shape to take on the Trailblazers of MCLA. Head Coach Eliza Kelley is on the hunt for her career 100th NCAA Head coaching win, having claimed her collegiate 100th win, which include both NCAA and wins over club programs, back on January 2nd. With the victory at Utica, Kelley moved to just two wins away from the honor.  Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260123pvdig1 https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260120iilm76 Worcester, MA- After a come from behind 2-1 victory over Utica this past week, the Lancers found two honored in the MASCAC weekly honor roll. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260120iilm76 https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260114rccjwv Worcester, MA- The Worcester State Women’s Ice Hockey team (6-8, 4-1) is back on the road for a midweek battle with the Utica Pioneers. Worcester is looking to break their current three game skid with a strong showing against a tough Utica squad. Wed, 14 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260114rccjwv https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260109pv190q Worcester, MA- In the 2026 home opener for the Worcester State Women’s Ice Hockey team (6-7, 4-1) the Lancers faced off with non-conference foe the Curry Colonels in a Friday afternoon matchup. Fri, 09 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260109pv190q https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260108vlh133 Worcester, MA- After a thrilling finish at the Bagley Invitational Championship the Worcester State Women’s Ice Hockey team (6-6, 4-1) remain on the road to take on UNE in a Thursday night faceoff. Thu, 08 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260108vlh133 https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260105hkf77c Worcester, MA- With the start of a new year, some things do not change such as the dominance of senior Kelsey Czerniawski (Chicopee, MA) who picked up her third MASCAC Goalie of the Week honor after helping the Lancers to the Championship game of the Bagley Invitational hosted by Castleton State this past weekend. Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260105hkf77c https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260103r59gap Worcester, MA- On a hunt for their first championship of the season the Worcester State Women’s Ice Hockey team (6-5, 4-1) take on the hosts, Castleton State, in the winner take all final game of the Bagley Invitational. After the Lancers win yesterday over Potsdam, head coach Eliza Kelley has recorded 100 career coaching win, and begins the hunt for 100th career NCAA head coaching win, where she currently sits at 97. Sat, 03 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260103r59gap https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260102vzztnu Worcester, MA- In a new year return to action the Worcester State Women’s Ice Hockey team (5-5, 4-1) journey north to Castleton State to take on the SUNY Potsdam Bears in the first round of the Bagley Invitational. Fri, 02 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20260102vzztnu https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20251205w505er Worcester, MA- After taking on the current #3 teams in Women’s Division III Ice Hockey on Sunday, the Lancers (5-4, 4-1) continue their NESCAC meetings with a hosting of Connecticut College on Friday evening. Connecticut College is currently receiving votes for a top 25 placement in the Ice Hockey coaches poll, making it two tight, high intensity back to back meetings for the Lancers to close out 2025. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20251205w505er https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20251130rvcc57 Worcester, MA- After a stretch away from the ice, the Worcester State Women’s Ice Hockey (5-3, 4-1) team is back on the frozen tundra as they take on the fourth seeded Amherst College Mammoths in a start of their NESCAC Showdown stretch.  Sun, 30 Nov 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20251130rvcc57 https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20251122ryelzx Worcester, MA- After a second road meeting with Framingham State this past Wednesday that kept the Blue and Gold Women’s Ice Hockey team (5-2, 4-0) undefeated in conference play, they are back in action to take on new conference addition Salem State. Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wsulancers.com/sports/wice/2025-26/releases/20251122ryelzx