Ncaa Men's Ice Hockey Rankings
Ice hockey is one of the most popular sports in the United States, and the NCAA Men's Ice Hockey Championships is one of the most prestigious events in college sports. Each year, 16 teams compete for the national title, with the top teams being determined by the NCAA Men's Ice Hockey Rankings.
What are the NCAA Men's Ice Hockey Rankings?
The NCAA Men's Ice Hockey Rankings are a weekly poll that determines the top 20 teams in the nation. The rankings are determined by coaches and members of the media, and are based on a team's overall record, strength of schedule, and other factors. The rankings are updated every Tuesday throughout the college hockey season.
There are six conferences that make up Division I men's ice hockey: Atlantic Hockey, Big Ten, ECAC Hockey, Hockey East, NCHC, and WCHA. Each conference has its own automatic qualifier for the NCAA tournament, with the remaining 10 spots being filled by at-large teams based on the NCAA Men's Ice Hockey Rankings.
Top Teams in the 2021-2022 Season
The 2021-2022 college hockey season is underway, and there are several teams that are expected to do well based on the NCAA Men's Ice Hockey Rankings. Here are the top five teams as of November 23, 2021:
- Minnesota State University, Mankato
- University of Massachusetts Amherst
- University of Minnesota Duluth
- Denver University
- University of Minnesota Twin Cities
These teams have all had strong starts to the season, and are expected to continue to perform well in the coming weeks.
Players to Watch
There are also several players to watch in the NCAA men's ice hockey season. These players have been identified as potential stars by coaches, scouts, and media members, and are expected to make an impact on their teams this season.
- Scott Morrow, University of Massachusetts Amherst
- Chaz Lucius, University of Minnesota Twin Cities
- Ty Smilanic, Quinnipiac University
- Danny Weight, Boston College
- Drew O'Connor, Dartmouth College
These players have all shown great skill and potential in their games so far, and are expected to continue to improve throughout the season.
Conclusion
The NCAA Men's Ice Hockey Rankings are an important part of the college hockey season. They determine the top teams in the country and help to determine which teams will make it to the NCAA tournament. The top teams and players from this season are sure to provide excitement and entertainment for fans across the country.
