T1ER Names T1ER/T1EHL Invitational Peak Performers

The North American Prospects Hockey League (NAPHL) is proud to announce the T1ER Peak Performers from the T1ER/T1EHL Invitational. The event took place from October 30 - November 2 in Blaine, Minnesota at the NSC Super Rink. The event featured competition from 15U, 16U and 18U divisions, delivering impressive performances from across the league. The 18U competition consisted of the top 40 18U teams in the nation from both the T1ER and T1EHL leagues. These players earned Peak Performers awards due to their accomplishments on the ice. 

 

18U:

Forward: Luke Strom, Nest Hockey Academy

Luke Strom has found himself on top of the 18U forward rankings in points scored for this season. Having only dropped one game in overtime this season, Nest Hockey Academy remains dominant in the 18U division. Strom had a standout weekend in Blaine at the 18U Invitational. He had 15 total points during the four games he appeared in during the event, consisting of four goals and 11 assists. His best performance from the weekend happened against the Omaha Mastery, where he tallied six points in a 7-3 victory. In that game he scored one goal and recorded five assists. He leads his team in assists and points scored. 

Defenseman: Daniel Dowling, Philadelphia Hockey Club

Daniel Dowling had a breakthrough weekend at the 18U Invitational as he recorded four assists in four games. The Philadelphia Hockey Club went 2-2 at the event. Dowling’s best performance came against Compuware when Philadelphia took a 6-3 win. He had two assists in that game. Dowling, 17, is in his fourth season with the Philadelphia Hockey Club organization.

Goaltender: Xander Schoenholz, Carshield AAA

Carshield is currently on top of the 18U division rankings. Xander Schoenholz went 2-0 during the event. He turned away 25 shots for a .961 save percentage. His best performance of the weekend happened against the Ohio AAA Blue Jackets, when he shut the door completely to help his team find a 3-0 win. He has a .930 save percentage on the season as a whole, and has only dropped one game. The 16 year old out of Lake St. Louis, Missouri is in his third season with the Carshield program. 

 

16U:

Forward: Zane Prewitt, Sylvania North Stars

Zane Prewitt was named peak performer after his breakthrough weekend in Blaine. He boasted seven total points during the event. The 16 year old out of Ida, Michigan had his best game of the season yet against Team North Dakota T1 on November 1. In this game he tallied three points, including one goal and two assists. Sylvania remains undefeated so far this season. 

Defenseman: Owen Zelasko, Seattle Jr. Kraken

Owen Zelasko appeared in four games during the event. He boasted five points during the weekend, consisting of one goal and four assists. The 15 year old would have his best performance against the Philadelphia Little Flyers when he tallied two points in the form of two assists. This is Zelasko’s third season with the Seattle Jr. Kraken. They sit at #5 on the team rankings with a record of 7-1-0-0.

Goaltender: Bryan Schwartz, Philadelphia Hockey Club

Bryan Schwartz appeared in two games during the event. He boasted a 2-0 record and a .933 save percentage during the weekend. His best performance occurred against the Omaha Mastery when he secured the victory in overtime. He only let one goal through and turned away 25 shots for a save percentage of .960. This is Schwartz’ third season with the Philadelphia Hockey Club. This season they have a record of 6-2-0-1.

 

15U:

Forward: William Kovach, Philadelphia Hockey Club

William Kovach ended the weekend with six total points, consisting of five goals and one assist, earning him a Peak Performer award. The 14 year old leads his team in points scored. His best performance of the weekend happened against the Tri-State Spartans when he completed a hat trick, scoring three goals to help his team defeat the Spartans 9-1. This is Kovach’s second season with the Philadelphia Hockey Club. 

Defenseman: Jaxon Johnson, Omaha Mastery

Omaha Mastery continues to remain undefeated so far this season. Jaxon Johnson had a big weekend at the event. He boasted seven total points, including six goals and one assist. His best performance happened against the New Jersey Jr. Titans when he completed a hat trick, scoring four goals to help his team defeat the Jr. Titans 6-0. The Omaha Mastery sit on top of the 15U division rankings. Johnson is ranked second on his team in goals scored thus far. 

Goaltender: Brady Ballard, Omaha Mastery

Omaha Mastery dominated the 15U division this weekend. Brady Ballard earned the second 15U Peak Performer award for the Mastery for this event. His total save percentage for the weekend was .978. His best performance happened against the Pittsburgh Stars when he recorded his second shutout this season. He turned away 24 shots to help the Mastery defeat the Stars 5-0. Ballard is undefeated in between the pipes this season so far.