Newsday's Top 50 boys ice hockey players for 2025-26

Ice hockey on Long Island is not recognized by the New York State Public High Schools Athletic Association nor is it sanctioned. Neither Section VIII nor Section XI, the governing bodies of Nassau and Suffolk, respectively, oversee the privately run hockey leagues on Long Island. They are independently run by the New York Islanders High School Hockey League in Nassau and the Suffolk County High School Hockey League in Suffolk. The Catholic Schools play in the independently run Catholic High Schools Hockey League.

Here is Newsday's inaugural list of the top 50 boys ice hockey players across Long Island, listed in alphabetical order, as the 2025-26 season continues. All stats are current through Dec. 28. 

Thomas Azzariti, St. Anthony’s, F, Sr.

He leads the Friars in scoring with 20 goals in 13 games this season. He plays a huge role on the power-play unit, which currently has the most goals in Suffolk County.

Logan Barton, East Islip, F, Sr.

The do-it-all forward has 12 goals and 13 assists. He plays a key role on the penalty kill and power play, and does the little things well for East Islip.

Brayden Beltrani, Smithtown/Hauppauge, F, Sr.

He is one of the best two-way players for the Bulls. Beltrani has 26 points through 14 games.

Alex Blesi, Half Hollow Hills, F, Jr.

The junior forward has 23 points in eight games. Blesi is the engine for one of Long Island’s top offenses, as Hills averages 6.5 goals per game.

Logan Booth Alam, Connetquot/Sayville/Bayport, F, Sr.

He is a forward that elevates the game of his teammates. He has 17 points.

Kevin Bonino, Chaminade, D, Sr.

Bonino, the No. 1 defenseman for Chaminade, has helped guide the Flyers to several impressive non-league wins.

Justin Cahn, Northport/Huntington, F, Jr.

He has eight points in his last three games. Cahn gives Northport another quality scoring threat.

JT Caruso, Northport/Huntington, F, Sr.

The dynamic forward leads Suffolk with five power-play goals. “JT plays a complete game and his skill set is one of the best in the league," coach Michael Porcello said.

Aidan Cleary, Syosset, F, Sr.

He scored four goals in a game against Valley Stream/Sewanhaka/Lynbrook. He leads the team with 17 points.

Luca Coschignano. Kellenberg, F, Sr.

The speedy forward is a key two-way player for the Firebirds. His playmaking and defensive abilities make him one of the top players in the CHSHL.

Anthony Cutalo, St. Anthony’s, F, Jr.

The quick forward provides a spark for the St. Anthony’s offense. He had the most points throughout the Suffolk playoffs last year.

Tyler Curley, Ward Melville, F, Sr.

The three-year varsity player leads Ward Melville in goals and assists, totaling 20 points.

Damon Datlo, Friends Academy/North Shore, F, Jr.

Datlo leads all of Nassau in goals with 21. He’s registered at least two points in seven of his eight games played.

Desmond Deacon, Oceanside, F, Jr.

He has an excellent shot, scoring 18 goals and five assists through 10 games. Coach Jon Rizzo praised Deacon's “speed, IQ, shooting ability and being a team player.”

Asher DePierro, Syosset, D, Jr.

DePierro is a reliable defender with great vision. He leads Syosset in assists (nine) and has 13 points.

Marcus Derrico, Smithtown/Hauppauge, F, Jr.

He is second in Suffolk with 21 goals. He has five hat tricks, including games against East Islip and Sachem.

James Drago, Sachem, F, Sr.

A great two-way forward who contributes in many different game situations. Drago has five goals and 12 assists.

Colin Hite, Wantagh/Seaford/Plainedge, D, Jr.

Wantagh/Seaford/Plainedge's No. 1 defenseman. He handles and moves the puck well. Hite leads all defensemen in Nassau with 16 points.

Maximus Hludzinski, Kings Park/Commack, D, Sr.

He has the fourth-most points (17) among defensemen in Suffolk. He has helped Kings Park/Commack to a 9-5 record, good for sixth place in Suffolk.

Michael Johnson, Chaminade, F, Sr.

One of the top forwards in the CHSHL, Johnson scored five goals in a non-league win over Seton Hall Prep (N.J.).

Cameron Kalberer, Sachem, F, Sr.

The explosive forward leads Suffolk in points with 43. He has scored at least one goal in the last eight games he’s played, totaling 22 goals and 21 assists in 14 games.

Caleb Kallelis, Long Beach, F, Sr.

He leads Long Beach in points with 22. Kallelis has registered at least one point in eight of his 10 games.

Jacob Kosokhar, Oceanside, F, Jr.

He forms a “go-to combo” with teammate Desmond Deacon to produce scoring opportunities. Kosokhar has 18 points in eight games.

Collin Kurtzman, Wantagh/Seaford/Plainedge, D, Jr.

Kurtzman sees the ice well and forms a shutdown pair on defense with Colin Hite. He has 15 points, which has helped WSP to the top of Nassau Conference II’s standings.

Evan LaFata, East Islip, F, Sr.

He is tied for the league lead in goals in Suffolk with 22. His strength, speed and scoring ability make him one of the top players in the league.

Evan Lenz, Bellmore-Merrick, D, Sr.

Lenz is big, strong and a terrific puck-moving defenseman. He is relied on to slow down the opposition’s top forwards. He has one goal and seven assists.

Daniel Lee, Plainview-Old Bethpage/Island Trees, F, Sr.

The speedy and creative forward is tied for the most points in Nassau with 28. He has 21 points in the last six games.

Robert Lee, Plainview-Old Bethpage/Island Trees, F, Sr.

He leads Nassau in assists with 15. He forms a dynamic duo with his twin brother, Daniel, as they are both in the top five for points in Nassau Conference II.

Lucas Lucchi, Bellmore-Merrick, F, Sr.

He had the winning goal in overtime against St. Anthony’s in the Long Island championship last season. Lucchi has 13 points in eight games.

Jourdan Luskoff, Bellmore-Merrick, F, Sr

The 6-3 forward has incredible strength and skill. He leads Nassau Conference I with 25 points in nine games.

Dominick Mack, Garden City/Herricks/Mineola, D, Sr.

Mack has 13 points in six games. He is one of Nassau’s top overall defensemen.

Justin Marino, Farmingdale, D, Sr.

The powerful defenseman impacts the game all over the ice. Coach Dennis Quinn said, “On most nights, he’s the most skilled player on the ice and he is dominant in the defensive zone.”

Nicholas Misurella, Middle Country, D, Sr.

An offensive defenseman who is second among Suffolk defenders in goals with 11.

Declan Munkwitz, Middle Country, D, Sr.

He has 27 points, which leads all Suffolk defensemen. His playmaking ability sets him apart.

Carter Pickens, Garden City/Herricks/Mineola, G, Sr.

Pickens carries an .852 save percentage. “Carter is an anchor for this team," coach Ian Mack said. "He has great footwork and is a fierce competitor.”

Nate Pitman, Chaminade, G, Sr.

One of Long Island’s top goaltenders, Pitman had 20 saves to help Chaminade defeat defending CHSHL champion Iona Prep, 5-1, on Dec. 23. He also had a 36-save shutout against Canisius in a 3-0 win on Dec. 28.

Jack Pring, Smithtown/Hauppauge, G, Sr.

He has helped the Bulls allow the fewest goals in Suffolk. Pring has 19 varsity wins, including a state title last season.

Jake Raineri, Patchogue-Medford, F, Jr.

Raineri is effective wherever he is on the ice. He is a key component to his team as the program moved up to varsity after only fielding a junior varsity team last season.

Chase Saunders, Sachem, F, Sr.

Saunders has 16 goals and 11 assists. He is a key contributor for Sachem’s offense that leads the league in goals, averaging 8.3 per game.

Daniel Sattler, Farmingdale, F, Jr.

He is tied for the most points in Nassau with 28. Sattler is a talented two-way center.

Maxton Shafran, Levittown/Hicksville/East Meadow, F, Jr.

He was named Nassau Conference II player of the year last season. He helped his team move up to Conference I this season and leads it in points with 16.

Miles Siegel, Long Beach, F, Soph.

The dynamic sophomore gives Long Beach a huge offensive boost. He has nine points.

Zack Sirel, St. Anthony’s, F, Sr.

Sirel is a three-year varsity player with 13 goals. “He has a nose for the net," coach Bob Lund said. Sirel led the team in scoring last season en route to a Suffolk title.

James Steinberg, Valley Stream/Sewanhaka/Lynbrook, F, Sr.

One of the top scorers in Nassau, Steinberg has registered 21 points in nine games. He had a five-point performance against Half Hollow Hills on Nov. 23.

Nicholas Summa, Syosset, G, Sr.

Summa is one of the most efficient and reliable goalies in Nassau Conference I. Syosset has given up the fourth-fewest goals in the county.

Phillip Uspensky, Rockville Centre/East Rockaway/Hewlett, F, Sr.

He has a league-leading 3.17 points per game. The talented forward looks to help the Cyclones make a run in February.

Joseph Villani, Connetquot/Sayville/Bayport, D, Jr.

He leads all Suffolk defensemen with 14 goals and is the backbone of his team’s defense.

Jonathan Wheeler, Half Hollow Hills, F, Sr.

He has been one of Hills’ top offensive players for the last three years. The senior captain has 16 points.

William Wendell, Bethpage, D, Jr.

He is a reliable two-way defenseman. Wendell has good vision and has nine assists.

Liam Young, Long Beach, F, Jr.

Young is a highly talented offensive threat. He has 17 points in eight games and is regarded as one of the top players on Long Island.