Rising sophomore Sascha Boumedienne's robust offensive output--a goal and three assists--helped Sweden begin the IIHF World U18 Championships in Frisco, Tex., with 10-3 rout of Switzerland. Boumedienne, who was the second youngest player in Division 1 this season, assisted on tournament-favorite Sweden's opening goal and then blasted a shot from center point in the second period for what proved to be the game-winner.
tw-align-centerSascha had a monster opening game at #U18MensWorlds, scoring this goal, adding three assists and leading his team in ice time during a 10-3 win for 🇸🇪pic.twitter.com/q5QxxzvFbG
— BU Men's Hockey (@TerrierHockey) April 23, 2025
Boumedienne assisted on two more goals in the final period.
UPDATE: Chris Peters tweeted this morning: "After some late official scoring changes from the IIHF. Sascha Boumedienne (2025) is now credited with SIX points against Sweden, one off the record for points in a single game at the U18 Men's World Championship."
After the game, he spoke with FloHockey.tv's Chris Peters about the growth of his game this season, what he learned from Tom Willander and where he thinks Willander will be playing next season.
In NHL Central Scouting's final draft rankings, the left-shot defenseman was ranked #18 among North American skaters and numerous other rankings project him to be a late first-round pick in June. A strong performance in the U18s, on top of the marked improvements he made in the second half of the season, could move him up to mid-first-round.
Coach Jay Pandolfo recently spoke with The Athletic about Boumedienne's development:
“He’s pushing more guys off the puck than he was in the first half,” Pandolfo said. He’s separating guys from the puck more. He’s getting stronger around our net.”
With the added strength came added offense as well. Pandolfo said he expects Boumedienne’s offensive role to continue to grow at BU, too.
Team USA won its opening game, as well, a comeback 4-2 victory over Czechia. 2025 recruits Jack Murtagh and Charlie Trethewey both had strong games for the U.S. With the US leading 3-2 and the Czechia pushing for an equalizer with an extra skater, Murtagh made key clear leading to a clinching empty-netter. Peters noted that "Charlie Trethewey had some impressive moments in the period showcasing his mobility and physical strength."
Update What's the lastest on Tom Willander? His contract talks with Vancouver are bogged down and he's gone back to Sweden to play for the National Team that will co-host and compete in the IIHF World Championships. Today, he's skating on the top defensive pair in an exhibition game against Finland.
●VancouverCanucksDaily.com Update
Looking ahead
Photo credit Rena Laverty, USA Hockey
CollegePuckNXT and Puck Preps have reported that NTDP U17 forward Jamie Glance has committed to BU for 2026. He's a 5'10" right wing from West Newbury, Mass., whom PuckPreps ranked at 4.5 stars.
tw-align-center‼️🚨BREAKING🚨‼️
— College Puck NXT (@CollegePuckNXT) April 23, 2025
BIG TIME GET FOR BU!!!! 😮
The Boston University Terriers have secured a commitment from Jamie Glance! 🦮
The ‘08 forward from West Newbury, MA has 29 points in 51 GP this season for the 🇺🇸 NTDP U17’s.
2027 NHL Draft Eligible with a September birthday likely… pic.twitter.com/0jF4LIouZI
Prior to his selection for the NTDP, Glance was a standout for Mount St. Charles Academy's 15U AAA, producing a 54-58-112 scoring line in 58 games, helping MSC win the 15U National Championship.
Following his selection for the U17 team, New England Hockey Journal wrote:
Beyond the goal scoring, which is an obvious upside to Glance’s résumé – he has focused on his work away from the puck. The ability to battle in all three zones is a non-negotiable now, and Glance understands the importance of a 200-foot game. What’s more, he’s strong. Despite his smaller size at 5-foot-9, 155 pounds, Glance doesn’t get pushed off pucks, and his swift skating skills help him avoid big hits. His moves around the net, though, are highlight worthy.
Prior to NTDP Evaluation Camp, PuckPreps wrote:
A cerebral player in the attacking zone, the Mount St. Charles forward is very deliberate in his shooting decisions from certain areas of the ice to force a rebound in a specific direction or utilizing the bodies in front to elevate his scoring chances. He skates very well and is able to battle through crowded areas, maintaining his balance and composure while being able to finish making his play. He is a good puck mover who shows patience on the puck and can use skill to carve out extra time for himself to make plays. He is a high pressure forechecker and would fit right into the way the NTDP likes to pin defenses in.Glance joins another U17 skater, defenseman Luke Schairer, in the Terriers' 2026 recruit class along with forwards Tynan Lawrence, Caleb Malhotra and Jay Feldberg and defenseman Haoxi Simon Wang.
tw-align-centerJamie Glance gets us started with his 12th of the year!#USAvsMADpic.twitter.com/JQ65uSSMdI
— USA Hockey’s NTDP (@USAHockeyNTDP) March 16, 2025
UPDATE:
With 52 points (27G,25A), 2026 recruit Rian Chudzinski led Dexter-Southfield to the NEPSAC Elite 8 Championship game.
tw-align-centerCongratulations to Rian Chudzinski and Myles Brosnan for achieving an all NEPSAC award for this past season. Congratulations to Sean Leetch for achieving an all NEPSAC honorable mention. Well deserved for these three young men. pic.twitter.com/wvBuvETHXJ
— Dexter Southfield Boys Varsity Hockey (@DXSF_BHockey) April 24, 2025
2025-26 Schedule
According to the head coach of the newest D1 program, Tennessee State University, the Tigers will launch their first season on October 4, hosting the Terriers in Bridgestone Arena, home of the Nashville Predators. TSU will be the first HBCU institution with a D1 hockey program. BU has not yet announced its 2025-26 schedule.
tw-align-centerThe first game for @TSUTigersHockey is on October 4th at Bridgestone vs Boston University. https://t.co/2NYDl4UKEg
— 28th & Jefferson (@28andJefferson) April 24, 2025
In an interview with Roland Martin, Coach Duante Abercrombie revealed that the Tigers' first opponent will be the Terriers, noting that BU alumni includes the first black general manager in the NHL, Mike Grier, a 1995 All-American, and Jordan Greenway, the first black skater to participate in the Olympic Games, as well as the first black college hockey player, Lloyd Robinson.
Robinson (BU bio) played three seasons as a Terrier beginning in 1947-48 and was a teammate of Jack Kelley and Jack Garrity on BU's first Frozen Four team in 1950.
Looking back
Photo credit NY Rangers Insider
1998 Hobey Baker Award winner and two-time All-American Chris Drury has signed a multi-year contract to continue as President and general manager of the New York Rangers.
As a Terrier, Drury played in three Frozen Fours, including the 1995 national championship team. He's the program's all-time goals leader with 113 and is third all-time in points with 214. In 1998-98, Drury became the first Terrier to win the Calder Trophy as the NHL's top rookie. Two seasons later he won the Stanley Cup with Colorado.
In 12 NHL seasons, Drury scored 255 goals and recorded 360 assists for a 615 point total.
● NHL.com Chris Drury Agrees to Multi-Year Contract Extension