Holy Cross Hockey honors Patrick Rissmiller by retiring his jersey, a first for the team.
In the world of ice hockey, the Hart Center Ice Rink at Holy Cross University has a special place reserved for one of its illustrious alumni. Patrick Rissmiller '02, a standout player for the men's ice hockey team, has had his jersey number (12) retired, and his name immortalised in the Holy Cross Hall of Fame in 2010.
Rissmiller, who enjoyed a 13-year professional hockey career, including 192 games in the National Hockey League (NHL), was a force to be reckoned with during his time at Holy Cross. As a senior in the 2001-2002 season, he broke the record for the highest number of assists in a single season and was the top scorer for the Crusaders with 46 points (16 goals and 30 assists).
His exceptional performance earned him the MAAC Offensive Player of the Year award in the 2001-2002 season and selection to the All-MAAC first team. Rissmiller's impact on the team was so significant that he was also recognised for his achievements off the ice, being inducted into the Holy Cross Hall of Fame.
While the second player from the Holy Cross ice hockey team to have a career in the NHL and be inducted into the Holy Cross Hall of Fame in 2010 remains unnamed in the provided search results, Rissmiller's accomplishments speak for themselves. His number 12 will hang in the Hart Center Ice Rink as a testament to his contributions to the team and the university.
Meanwhile, the current Holy Cross men's ice hockey team is making a name for itself. Seniors Thomas Gale and Liam McLinskey, along with junior McLinskey, have been nominated for the prestigious Hobey Baker Memorial Award. This award is given annually to the top men's ice hockey player in NCAA Division I men's ice hockey.
The Holy Cross women's field hockey team is also off to a strong start this season, with a 2-1 record, having defeated Stonehill College and Long Island University. As we watch these talented athletes continue to make their marks, it's clear that the spirit of competition and excellence lives on at Holy Cross.
Read also:
- Stopping Osteoporosis Treatment: Timeline Considerations
- Tobacco industry's suggested changes on a legislative modification are disregarded by health journalists
- Trump's Policies: Tariffs, AI, Surveillance, and Possible Martial Law
- Expanded Community Health Involvement by CK Birla Hospitals, Jaipur, Maintained Through Consistent Outreach Programs Across Rajasthan
