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Arizona State University’s hockey program is grappling with the aftermath of a fatal heatstroke suffered by defenseman Matthew Mayich during a August 20 practice, while the team readies its October opener and head coach Greg Powers retains his position.
Matthew Mayich, a 21‑year‑old ASU hockey defenseman drafted by the St. Louis Blues, collapsed during an outdoor practice and remains in a coma, with his family alleging inadequate investigation and the Sun Devil community rallying in his support.
A former U.S. Army Special Forces officer conducted a moderate outdoor workout for Arizona State University hockey players. When first‑year forward Matthew Mayich suffered a sudden cardiac arrest, he was rushed to a local hospital and is now comatose at the Barrow Neurological Institute. The incident has sparked a university investigation and raised questions about the safety of the session.
The United States Hockey League is set to broaden its footprint, bringing professional‑level competition to Arizona for the first time. Starting in the 2027‑28 season, teams based in Prescott Valley and Phoenix will join the league, marking a strategic push to grow the sport beyond its traditional Midwest strongholds.
Maricopa County Supervisor Tom Galvin is spearheading a campaign to bring an NHL team back to Phoenix, enlisting former Coyote captain Shane Doan and his wife Andrea Doan to lead an advisory effort, while the league eyes stable ownership and a new arena.
Blake Jenkins, a 6‑foot‑1, 185‑pound cornerback with a 4.48‑second 40‑yard dash, pledged to the University of Michigan, joining a defensive unit that already includes Tavares Harrington, Darius Johnson and Charles Woodson Jr.
Four-star cornerback Blake Jenkins commits to Michigan, bringing size, speed, and versatility to the Wolverines' 2027 recruiting class.
Arizona State University announced the addition of Jimmy Mullin to its men's hockey coaching staff, highlighting his proven record of player development and his personal ties to the program.
Arizona State University’s men’s hockey program announced the hiring of Jimmy Mullin as an assistant coach for the 2026‑27 season, bringing a proven record of player development and a deep connection to the Sun Devil community.