A New Era for Brown Hockey
Thomas Upton, who oversees the program, revealed that the 2026‑27 roster will welcome eleven new athletes, a blend of seven first‑year students and four transfer players, each bringing distinct experiences from junior circuits across North America.
Among them, Archer Brown, a forward who starred at the Taft School and the New Jersey Titans of the NAHL, cited the university’s rigorous academics alongside its competitive hockey environment as the decisive factors in his decision.
Matteo Danis, a forward from Alberta who earned recognition in the WHL and garnered awards for humanitarian and inspirational play, selected Brown for its unique balance of scholarly pursuits and high‑level competition.
Cullen Emery, another forward with a strong pedigree in the USHL and NAHL, highlighted the academic challenges and athletic rigor that Brown offers as the primary draw.
Defenseman Gerrit Lansing, who honed his game at Taft School and the Titans, emphasized the appeal of Ivy League scholarship and Division I competition.
George Poirier, a Colorado native who navigated AAA and NAHL competition, pointed to the combination of elite academics and hockey development as his motivation.
Marco Senerchia, a Rhode Island defenseman with USHL and ISL experience and multiple honors, chose Brown for its storied Ivy League reputation and the chance to contribute to a fast‑paced, hardworking culture.
Goalie Devin Shakar, decorated with awards in the USHL and NAHL, was attracted by the Ivy League education and the opportunity to compete at the highest collegiate level.
Griffin Erdman, a Delaware forward who progressed through Northeastern and the Waterloo Black Hawks of the USHL, sees Brown as the next step for both athletic and academic growth.
Kevin Fitzgerald, a defense player from Ontario with stints at UConn and the USHL, highlighted the program’s commitment to pairing elite hockey with a prestigious university education.
Brian Lonergan, a New Jersey defenseman who played at Bowling Green and in the USHL, cited the allure of a top‑tier university experience as a key reason for his commitment.
Eli Pulver, a British Columbia goalie with BCHL and Wisconsin experience, expressed a desire to push himself academically and athletically at Brown.
Balancing Ice and Ivy
Collectively, the new class embodies the program’s identity of speed, work ethic, and consistency, aiming to reinforce a winning culture that reflects Brown’s broader mission.