Colorado College hockey coach Kris Mayotte announced the 14 newcomers who will join the Tiger hockey program for the 2025-26 season.

"Our staff is extremely excited for this year's incoming class," Mayotte said. "It is highlighted by its high skill level but also its depth. A lot of work has gone into putting this class together, but I want to highlight John Lidgett's work on this year's class, utilizing the new opportunity to recruit CHL players. Combining the remarkable talent with the character that defines a Tiger, these student-athletes will continue to raise the bar of what it means to be a CC Tiger both on and off the ice."
 
The incoming class consists of Ryan Alexander (Arizona State – NCHC), Wilson Bjorck (Djurgardens IF – Sweden), Seth Constance (Northeastern – HEA), Beckham Dempsey (Boston Jr. Rangers –NCDC), Connor Hvidston (Calgary Hitmen – WHL),Shane Kozlina (Maine Nordiques – NAHL), Brandon Lisowsky (Victoria Royals – WHL), Matteo Mann (St. Jophn Sea Dogs – QMJHL), Mateo Mrsic (Chilliwack Chiefs – BCHL), Tomas Mrsic (Prince Albert Raiders – WHL), Colton Roberts (Vancouver Giants – WHL), Brayden Schuurman (Seattle Thunderbirds - WHL), Merril Steenari (Fargo Force - USHL) and Jackson Unger (Lethbridge Hurricanes – WHL).
 
The class consists of 12 incoming freshmen, who as a group has been a consensus Top 10 recruiting class by several college hockey outlets, and two transfers. Six members have been drafted by NHL franchises, making a total of nine draft picks on the 2025-26 roster.
 
Colorado College Hockey – 2025-26 Newcomers
 

Ryan Alexander Senior Forward 5-11, 175 Toronto, ONT Arizona State (NCHC)

Before Colorado College: Collected 35 points (17g,18a) in 93 games at Arizona State … Career-high +5 vs. Robert Morris as a sophomore … Led all ASU freshmen with 11 goals, six assists and 17 points in 2022-23 … First multi-goal game against No. 2 Minnesota … Scored 34 points (18g,16a) in 59 games with the Youngstown Phantoms and Fargo Force of the USHL in 2021-22 … Notched 103 points (34g,69a) in three seasons with the St. Michael's Buzzards of the OJHL … Named an NCHC Distinguished Scholar-Athlete and member of the all-academic team in 2024-25.
 
Personal: Parents are Ken and Tami Alexander  … Has one brother, Jonah … Would like to continue his hockey career following his time at CC … Hobby is golfing … Favorite food is raw kibbeh … Favorite book is Man's Search for Meaning … Favorite movie is Money Ball … Person in history he would most like to meet is Charles Bukowski … Favorite sport other than hockey is golf … Credits his brother with the biggest influence on his athletic career … Started playing hockey at age six … Favorite professional team is the Toronto Maple Leafs and favorite player is Wyatt Johnston.
 
Why CC: "I chose Colorado College because it seemed like a great environment to get better at hockey and there is a good opportunity to win here. Colorado Springs is also a cool place to live."

 

Wilson Bjorck Freshman Forward 6-0, 177 Stockholm, SWE Djurgardens IF (J20 Nationell)

Before Colorado College: Selected by the Vancouver Canucks in the fifth round (pick 143) of the 2025 NHL Draft … Collected 91 points (37g,54a) in 84 games with Djurgardens IF of the J20 Nationell League the past two seasons … Finished second on the team with 28 goals and 67 points in 2024-25 … Recorded nine points (1g,8a) in nine playoff games, leading his team to the J20 Nationell title last season … Also notched 69 points (28g,41a) in 51 games with the Djurgardens J18 team … Played for Sweden in the 2023 Hlinka Cup … Selected to represent Sweden in the 2025 World Junior Summer Showcase … Ranked No. 60 by the NHL Central Scouting for European Skaters.
 
Personal: Parents are Jesper and Caroline Bjorck … Has one brother, Viggo … His father played hockey for 20 years in various Swedish leagues … Would like to continue his hockey career following his time at CC … Hobbies include golfing, tennis and fishing … Favorite food is pasta bolognese … Favorite movie is The Shawshank Redemption … Person in history he would most like to meet is Maradona … Greatest moment in sports was winning the J20 Nationell title … Favorite sports other than hockey are soccer and golf … Credits his father with the biggest influence on his athletic career … Started playing hockey at age three … Favorite professional team is the Djugardens IF and favorite player is his brother, Viggo.
 
Why CC: "I chose Colorado College because of its unique academic structure, supportive community and the opportunity to compete at a high level in hockey. The Block Plan is especially appealing to me, it allows for deep focus on one subject at a time, which fits well with the demands of being a student-athlete." 

 

Seth Constance Sophomore Defenseman 6-2, 188 Waterloo, IL Northeastern University (HEA)

Before Colorado College: Appeared in 36 of NU's 37 games in his rookie season … Collected one assist and seven shots on goal … Tallied his first collegiate point with an assist against No. 1 Boston College in the Beanpot tournament semifinals … Finished season with 21 blocked shots … Collected a season-high three blocks in a 2-0 shutout against No. 13 UMass Lowell … Skated with the Tri City Storm for two seasons (2022-24) where he served as an assistant captain... Totaled 38 points (7g,31a) in 119 games ... Played with Mount St. Charles Academy from 2020-22, tallying 57 points (8g,49a) in 93 games... Helped Mount St. Charles to the 2022 National Championship ... Attended USA Hockey's U17 National Development Camp in 2021.
 
Personal: Parents are Jeff and Lisa Constance … Has one sister, Hannah, and one brother, Eddie … His father played football at the University of Missouri … Would like to continue his hockey career following his time at CC … Hobbies include playing all sports, the guitar and video games … Favorite food is chicken parmesan … Favorite book is The Secret by Rhonda Byrne … Favorite movie is Prisoners … Person in history he would most like to meet is Wayne Gretzky … Greatest moment in sports was winning the U18 national title … Favorite sport other than hockey is golf … Credits his father with the biggest influence on his athletic career … Started playing hockey at age five … Favorite professional team is the St. Louis Blues and favorite player is Miro Heiskanen.
 
Why CC: "I chose Colorado College because of the coaching, development, culture, and the academic environment. I believe this is the best spot for me and the place that will help me become the person and player I want to be." 

 

Beckham Dempsey Freshman Goalie 6-1, 184 Wayne, IL Boston Jr. Rangers (NCDC)

Before Colorado College: Appeared in 14 games with the Boston Jr. Rangers and one with the Minnesota Mallards of the NAHL last season … Recorded a .904 save percentage with the Rangers … Played eight games with the Pueblo Bulls of the NCDC and one with the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Knights in 2023-24 … Posted a 15-12 record, 2.99 goals-against average and .905 save percentage with the Chicago Fury 18U AAA team in 2022-23.
 
Personal: Parents are Brian and Tammy Dempsey … Has one brother, Camden … Would like to be an investment banker or financial advisor following his time at CC … Hobbies include fishing, golfing, music, boating and tennis … Favorite food is crab … Favorite book is 1984 … Favorite movie is Die Hard … Person in history he would most like to meet is Albert Einstein … Greatest moment in sports was winning the CCM World Invitational … Favorite sports other than hockey are tennis and golf … Credits his father with the biggest influence on his athletic career … Started playing hockey at age eight … Favorite professional team is the Chicago Blackhawks and favorite player is Corey Crawford.
 
Why CC: "I chose Colorado College because when I played a year of junior league hockey in Colorado, my team took a tour of CC and their hockey facilities. I was amazed at the culture coaches Kris Mayotte and John Lidgett fostered, and I envisioned myself there one day. I applied as a student and was admitted. The coaching staff reached out and asked if I was interested in playing on the team. I took a visit and knew CC was going to be my next home! I look forward to joining the Tiger family and receiving a world class education."

 

Connor Hvidston Freshman Forward 6-3, 185 Tisdale, SASK Calgary Hitmen (WHL)

Before Colorado College: Selected by the Anaheim Ducks in the fifth round (pick 139) of the 2022 NHL Draft … Collected 56 points (19,37a) in 68 games with Calgary this past season, including five points in 11 playoff games … Notched 156 points (61,95a) in 170 games with the Swift Current Broncos the previous three seasons … Had 10 points (2g,8a) in nine playoff games for the Broncos in 2023-24 … Played seven games with the San Diego Gulls of the American Hockey League in '22-23 … Played for Canada at the 2022 World U-18 Championships, collecting two points in four games.
 
Personal: Parents are Brad Hvidston and Shawna Doucette … Has two brothers, Drayton and Lucas … Would like to continue his hockey career following his time at CC … Hobbies include golfing … Favorite food is steak … Favorite book is The Game by Ken Dryden … Favorite movie is Miracle … Person in history he would most like to meet is Kobe Bryant … Greatest moment in sports was getting drafted by the Anaheim Ducks … Favorite sports other than hockey are golf and football … Credits his family with the biggest influence on his athletic career … Started playing hockey at age three … Favorite professional team is the Chicago Blackhawks and favorite player is Patrick Kane.
 
Why CC: "I chose Colorado College because of the good recruiting and the competitive conference. I want to use this opportunity to become a professional hockey player."

 

Shane Kozlina Freshman Forward 5-11, 175 Cranberry Township, PA Maine Nordiques (NAHL)

Before Colorado College: Posted 81 points (28g,53a) in 119 games with Maine the past three seasons … Collected 41 points (16g,25a) for the Nordiques in 2024-25 … Notched 101 points (45g,56a) in 59 games for Maine's 18U AAA team in 2022-23 … Scored 49 points (22g,27a) in 37 games at Seneca Valley High School … Played in the NAHL Top Prospects game in 2025.
 
Personal: Parents are Michael and Melanie Kozlina … Has one sister, Ali, a graduate of the Naval Academy … His mother was a world-class swimmer and a member of the US National Team for eight years … Hobbies include golfing and snowboarding … Favorite food is pizza … Favorite book is Unbroken … Favorite movie is Slapshot … Person in history he would most like to meet is Abraham Lincoln … Greatest moment in sports was winning a hockey tournament at Providence College … Favorite sport other than hockey is golf … Credits his friends with the biggest influence on his athletic career … Started playing hockey at age three … Favorite professional team is the Pittsburgh Penguins and favorite player is Jake Guentzel.
 
Why CC: "I chose Colorado College for several reasons.  First, the campus and the facilities at CC are first-rate.  Second, Colorado Springs is a beautiful area that offers so much to do. Most importantly, Colorado College offers an unbeatable combination of academics and athletics."

 

Brandon Lisowsky Freshman Forward 5-9, 184 Port Coquitlam, BC Victoria Royals (WHL)

Before Colorado College: Selected by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the seventh round (pick 218) of the 2022 NHL Draft … Posted 74 points (40g,34a) in 61 games with Saskatoon and Victoria this past season … Finished ninth in the WHL with 40 goals, tied for eighth with 13 power-play goals and 28^th with 74 points … Collected 269 points (143g,126a) for Saskatoon from 2020-24, including a career-high 80 (42g,38a) in 2023-24 … His 143 goals rank No. 4 on the franchise's career list … Helped Saskatoon to the WHL semifinals in 2023 and '24 and the regular-season title in 2023-24 … Served as assistant captain for the Blades for two seasons.
 
Personal: Parents are Ron and Jean Lisowsky … Has one brother, Jordan … Would like to continue his hockey career following his time at CC … Hobbies include golf, tennis, pickleball and cleaning … Favorite food is sushi … favorite book is Stay Sane in an Insane World … Favorite movie is Fast and Furious … Person in history he would most like to meet is Steph Curry … Greatest moment in sports was getting drafted by the Toronto Maple Leafs … Favorite sport other than hockey is lacrosse … Credits his parents with the biggest influence on his athletic career … Started playing hockey at 18 months of age … Favorite professional team is the Vancouver Canucks and favorite player is Brad Marchand.
 
Why CC: "I chose Colorado College because after I was recruited, I researched the school and the hockey program. I realized the school and the hockey program was everything I was looking for. The CC campus lifestyle and location looked like a perfect fit for me. The hockey program, coaches, and facilities were also very impressive. I feel like Colorado College and the hockey program will help me achieve my short and long-term goals." 

 

Matteo Mann Freshman Defenseman 6-6, 225 Sackville, NB St. John Sea Dogs (QMJHL)

Before Colorado College: Selected by the Philadelphia Flyers in the seventh round (pick 199) of the 2023 NHL Draft … Had 27 points (12g,15a) in 98 games for St. John the past two seasons … Served as assistant captain in 2024-25 … Played one game for the Reading Royals of the ECHL in '23-24 … Collected 17 points (3g,14a) in 128 games for the Chicoutimi Sagueneens from 2020-23.
 
Personal: Parents are Trent and Anna Mann … His father was an NHL scout for more than 16 years with  Ottawa and Pittsburgh … His uncle, Try Mann, is the head coach of the Kingston Frontenacs of the OHL … Would like to continue his hockey career following his time at CC … Hobbies include golfing, cooking and hanging out with his friends … Favorite food is steak … favorite book is The Hockey News … Favorite movie is The Mission Impossible Series … Person in history he would most like to meet is Scottie Scheffler … Greatest moment in sports was getting drafted by the Philadelphia Flyers … Favorite sport other than hockey is golf … Credits his father with the biggest influence on his athletic career … Started playing hockey at age three … Favorite professional team is the Ottawa Senators and favorite player is Colton Parayko.
 
Why CC: "I chose Colorado College because I felt they would give me the best chance to continue developing my game at a high level. The town and school setup gave me confidence that I would be comfortable furthering my hockey and education this fall. I'm excited to get on campus and become a college athlete for the first time."

 

Mateo Mrsic Freshman Forward 5-11, 185 Surrey, BC Chilliwack Chiefs (BCHL)

Before Colorado College: Collected 186 points (75g,111a) in 212 games with Chilliwack the last four seasons … Notched 70 points (33g,37a) in 53 games while serving as the team captain this past season … Tied for third in the BCHL with 33 goals, fourth with 70 points and tied for 11^th with 37 assists … Added 17 points (8g,9a) in the playoffs, leading the Chiefs to the finals of the Fred Page Cup … Scored the game-winning goal in game 2 of the title series vs. Brooks.
 
Personal: Parents are John and Mariana Mrsic … Has three brothers, Tomas, Milan and Luca … His brother, Tomas, is a freshman at CC … Would like to continue his hockey career following his time at CC … Hobbies include golfing and watching sports … Favorite food is steak … Favorite book is Mr. and Mrs. Hockey … Favorite movie is Stepbrothers … Person in history he would most like to meet is Nikola Jokic … Greatest moment in sports was scoring a double overtime winning goal in game 3 of the Fred Page Cup Finals … Favorite sport other than hockey is football … Credits his parents with the biggest influence on his athletic career … Started playing hockey at age four … Favorite professional team is the Vancouver Canucks and favorite player is JT Miller.
 
Why CC: "I chose Colorado College because the moment I stepped foot onto campus; it felt like home away from home. From the coaching staff to the players, you realize how bright the future is for the program. Finally, I wanted to play in the best conference in college hockey, the NCHC." 

 

Tomas Mrsic Freshman Forward 6-0, 175 Surrey, BC Prince Albert Raiders (WHL)

Before Colorado College: Selected by the St. Louis Blues in the fourth round (pick 113) of the 2024 NHL Draft … Collected 90 points (33g,57a) in 65 games with Prince Albert last season … Finished 11^th in the WHL with 90 points, 14^th with 57 assists, 22^nd with 33 goals and tied for eighth with 13 power-play goals … Had three points in five games as the Raiders advanced to the second round of the WHL playoffs … Notched 86 points (33g,53a) in 131 games with Medicine Hat the previous three seasons … Played for Canada at the World Under-17 Hockey Challenge in 2022.
 
Personal: Parents are John and Mariana Mrsic … Has three brothers, Mateo, Milan and Luca … His brother, Mateo, is a freshman at CC … Would like to continue his hockey career following his time at CC … Hobbies include golf, soccer and tennis … Favorite food is pizza … Favorite book is Crossing the Line … Favorite movie is Lone Survivor … Greatest moment in sports was getting drafted into the NHL … Favorite sport other than hockey is golf … Credits his parents with the biggest influence on his athletic career … Started playing hockey at age four … Favorite professional team is the St. Louis Blues and favorite player is Auston Matthews.
 
Why CC: "I chose Colorado College because the coaches are amazing and truly care about developing their players both on and off the ice. The facilities here are top tier and create the perfect environment to train and compete at the highest level. Also, with the opportunity to play alongside my brother, it's something we've always dreamed about, and I'm grateful to live it out at such a great program."

 

Colton Roberts Freshman Defenseman 6-4, 210 Ridge Meadows, BC Vancouver Giants (WHL)

Before Colorado College: Selected by the San Jose Sharks in the fifth round (pick 131) of the 2024 NHL Draft … Collected 74 points (16g,58a) in 190 games for Vancouver the past three seasons … Notched 36 points (6g,30a) for the Giants in 2024-25 … Helped Vancouver advance to the playoffs each season … Played in the World U17 Hockey Challenge in 2023.
 
Personal: Parents are John and Adrienne Roberts … Has one brother, Bryson … Would like to continue his hockey career following his time at CC … Hobbies include golfing and hanging out with friends … Favorite foods are sushi and steak … Favorite book is My Day With The Cup … Favorite movie is Stepbrothers … Person in history he would most like to meet is Rob O'Neill … Greatest moment in sports was getting drafted into the NHL … Favorite sport other than hockey is golf … Credits his father with the biggest influence on his athletic career … Started playing hockey at age five … Favorite professional team is the Edmonton Oilers and favorite player is Victor Hedman.
 
Why CC: "I chose Colorado College because it has top of the line facilities and coaching staff. Everybody that wears the logo wants to succeed and that really caught my eye. I've heard nothing but amazing things and I want to be a part of it." 

 

Brayden Schuurman Freshman Forward 5-10, 200 Abbotsford, BC Seattle Thunderbirds (WHL)

Before Colorado College: Collected 38 points (13g,25a) in 39 games with Seattle and Moose Jaw last season … Served as assistant captain for Moose Jaw before getting traded to Seattle … Notched 47 points (20g,27a) in 62 games in leading Moose Jaw to the WHL title in 2023-24 … Also played 154 games for Victoria of the WHL over five seasons, gathering 95 points (50g,45a) … Played for Canada at the 2022 World U-18 Championships, collecting two goals in four games.
 
Personal: Parents are Bryan and Jessica Schuurman … Has three sisters, Kayla, Emma and Isabella, and one brother, Levi … Would like to continue his hockey career following his time at CC … Hobbies include golfing, hiking and pickleball … Favorite food is sushi … Favorite book is The Power of Discipline … Favorite movie is How to Train Your Dragon … Person in history he would most like to meet is Jesus … Greatest moment in sports was winning the WHL Championship … Favorite sports other than hockey are football and golf … Credits his parents with the biggest influence on his athletic career … Started playing hockey at age five … Favorite professional team is the Vancouver Canucks and favorite player is Nathan MacKinnon.
 
Why CC: "I chose Colorado College because of the outstanding athletics and opportunity for a great education."

 

Merril Steenari Freshman Forward 5-10, 180 Aliso Viejo, CA Fargo Force (USHL)

Before Colorado College: Collected 54 points (36g,18a) in 104 games with Fargo the last two seasons … Finalist for the USHL Johnny Gaudreau Award … Helped the Force win the 2024 Clark Cup title with three points in 12 playoff games …Had 37 points (20g,17a) in 42 games with the Janesville Jets of the NAHL in 2022-23 and '23-24 … Played 78 games with the Sioux Falls Stampede of the USHL, producing 10 points (8g,2a) ... Served as team captain as a senior in high school for the Capistrano United Coyotes … Played for Team USA at the 2021 Hlinka Gretzky Cup.
 
Personal: Parents are Jukka and Maija Steenari … Has one brother, Joel, and one sister, Nora … Would like to continue his hockey career following his time at CC … Hobbies include surfing, mountain biking and roller hockey … Favorite food is sushi … favorite book is The Percy Jackson Series … Favorite movie is Interstellar … Person in history he would most like to meet is his great, great, great grandfather … Greatest moment in sports was winning the Clark Cup … Favorite sports other than hockey is surfing … Credits his parents with the biggest influence on his athletic career … Started playing hockey at age four … Favorite professional team is the Colorado Avalanche and favorite player is Nathan McKinnon.
 
Why CC: "I chose Colorado College because of the top notch schooling, coaching and facilities. Coach Mayotte has helped the program improve each and every year, and it is exciting to be able to be a part of a program that is on an upward trend of success."  

 

Jackson Unger Freshman Goalie 6-2, 188 Calgary, ALB Lethbridge Hurricanes (WHL)

Before Colorado College: Posted a 22-7-3 record with Lethbridge last season … Also compiled four wins with Moose Jaw to finish sixth in the WHL with 26 regular-season wins … Finished 16^th with a 3.15 GAA and 18^th with a .899 save percentage … Helped Lethbridge to the semifinals of the WHL playoffs with an 8-5-3 postseason record … Recorded a 62-49-4 mark in four season at Moose Jaw, including a 35-15-0 regular-season and 16-1-2 playoff record to lead the Warriors to the 2024 WHL championships … Led the WHL in wins and was sixth with a .908 save percentage in '23-24.
 
Personal: Parents are Chris and Lori Unger … Has one brother, Kai … Would like to continue his hockey career following his time at CC … Hobbies include golfing and boating … Favorite food is chili chicken … favorite book is The Maze Runner … Favorite movies are the Hangover Trilogy  … Person in history he would most like to meet is Kobe Bryant … Greatest moment in sports was winning the WHL championship … Favorite sports other than hockey are golf and lacrosse … Credits his parents and coaches with the biggest influence on his athletic career … Started playing hockey at age four … Favorite professional team is the Calgary Flames and favorite player is Martin Brodeur.
 
Why CC: "I chose Colorado College because of the elite hockey program and passionate staff that will push me every day to get better and strive for a championship. The academics that come along with the hockey program will allow me to get a strong education while pursuing my goals on and off the ice. It will be easy to love playing for CC, especially in a city like Colorado Springs."