About the Team
The NMU Women's Hockey Team was established in 2000. We are a member of the CCWHA (Central Collegiate Women's Hockey Association) Division II, which includes Michigan State University, University of Notre Dame, Loyola University of Chicago, Central Michigan University, Adrian College, and Miami-Ohio University. We are also a part of the ACHA (American Collegiate Hockey Association) which is an organization of over 461 college and university affiliated programs that provides structure, regulates operations, and promotes the quality of collegiate ice hockey. In addition to playing teams within our conference, we also schedule games against other Division I and II programs within the CCWHA/ACHA. As a team, we care deeply about one another and prioritize having a positive attitude. We are all very committed, hard working individuals who are always looking to improve ourselves and to uplift one another.
Details
Dues: Dues are around $2500 depending on the number of players each year. This covers ice time, conference/league dues, and referees in addition to transportation and lodging; however, players are expected to purchase team warm-ups, team pant covers and pay for their meals on road trips. Members are also required to keep the Student Recreation Fee that is included in tuition and fees as it is required both Fall and Winter semesters.
Participants Must Supply: All of their own hockey equipment. Each player is required to have a black helmet and black gloves. Jerseys and socks are provided by the team.
Travel: Generally includes southern Michigan, Wisconsin, Illinois, Ohio, and Canada. The team occasionally travels on Fridays, so if possible we recommend that players do not schedule Friday classes.
Players
Lauren Eager #1 (G)
Freshman | 5'7" | L | 2006
Brown City, MI
Olivia Pearson #3
Freshman | 5'0 | R | 2004
Kalamazoo, MI
Eva Kierzek #5
Sophomore | 5'5" | R | 2005
Saugatuck, MI
Cecelia Cunningham #6 (C)
Senior | 5'4" | R | 2003
South Lyon, MI
Stephanie Gabriel #7
Freshman | 5'3" | L | 2005
St. Claire Shores, MI
Grace Falkiewicz #9
Freshman | 5'6" | R | 2006
Sterling Heights, MI
Isabella Oldani #10
Grad. Student |5'1" | R | 2000
Chesterfield, MI
Tyya McKenzie #12
Sophomore | 5'5" | L | 2005
Sault Ste Marie, ON
Breanna Bisek #14 (A)
Senior | 5'7" | R | 2002
Andover, MN
Kristina Ligas #17 (C)
Junior | 5'6" | R | 2004
Chicago, IL
Melina Hovis #19
Freshman | 5'5" | L | 2006
Grosse Ile, MI
Chloe Allen #21
Sophomore | 5'6" | L | 2004
Escanaba, MI
Sophie Gemignani #22
Freshman | 5'7" | L | 2006
DePere, WI
Evie Spina #31 (G)
Freshman | 5'1" | L | 2006
Windsor, CO
Larkyn Ripley #32 (G)
- Senior | 5'3" | L | 2003
- West Chester, OH
Erin Harnick #48
Sophomore | 5'7" | L | 2005
Midland, MI
Bailey Reister #52
Freshman | 5'7" | L | 2006
Traverse City, MI
Coaches
Freya Holferty
Assistant Coach
Schedule
2024-2025 Tentative Schedule
Sept. 21 - HOME Scrimmage Sault AA at 7 PM
Sept. 21 - HOME Scrimmage Sault AA at 11:30 AM
Oct. 5 - HOME vs. CMU at 7 PM
Oct. 6 - HOME vs. CMU at 1 PM
Oct. 19 - HOME vs. Ohio State at 8 PM
Oct. 20 - HOME vs. Ohio State at 8 AM
Oct. 26 - AWAY vs. E. Michigan at 5:35 PM
Oct. 27 - AWAY vs. E. Michigan at 7:05 AM
Nov. 16 - HOME vs. MSU at 8 PM
Nov. 17 - HOME vs. MSU at 8 PM
Jan. 25 - AWAY vs. Notre Dame at 2 PM
Jan. 26 - AWAY vs. Notre Dame at 10 AM
Feb. 1 - AWAY vs. Aurora at 6:50 PM
Feb. 2 - AWAY vs. Aurora at 2 PM
Feb. 8 - HOME vs. UW Eau Claire at 7 PM
Feb. 9 - HOME vs. UW Eau Claire at 10 AM