Ridgefield Native Adam Karashik Named As UConn Hockey Captain

STORRS, CT – University of Connecticut rising senior and Ridgefield native Adam Karashik has been named captain of the UConn hockey team next season. Karashik, who was the team’s alternate captain last season, has appeared in 96 games over three seasons and was one of Hockey East’s top defenseman last season.

Karashik ranked second in the league in blocked shots (51, 1.55 per game) and has blocked 147 shots over his career while registering 15 points (four goals, 11 assists).

"It is an amazing honor to be selected as captain by my teammates and coaches," Karashik said in release on the team’s website. "Since I have been here, not only have amazing players worn the 'C' but they were also amazing people. It is something I take great pride in. I can't wait to represent my team and the University of Connecticut next season."

He added: "I know it takes being a great teammate on and off the ice," commented the rising senior. "I believe in every single guy on this team and making sure they know that is important. As leaders we have to bring a great work ethic every single day and an appropriate attitude, it is infectious."

Karashik said that his time as an alternate captain has been a big part in his leadership development and expects to take another step forward as the team’s captain as a senior.

"After being an assistant last year and watching how Wyatt (Newpower), Ben (Freeman), and Sasha (Payusov) led as seniors I know it is important to appropriately handle all of the highs and all of the lows. Their intensity and focus is something I will make sure isn't lost. They were amazing captains and we will do our best to follow in their footsteps."