Syracuse women’s ice hockey: Orange alum Akane Hosoyamada competing in IIHF World Championships in Utica

The Orange alum is an assistant captain for Japan The IIHF Women’s World Championships are being held this year in Utica. Former Syracuse Orange defenseman Akane Hosoyamada is once again a member of Team Japan. Hosoyamada who played for the Orange from 2010-2015 has been a member of two Olympic teams and is making her 6th appearance in the World Championships. During her Syracuse career, Hosoyamada was a two time All-CHA team member and was selected the CHA’s Best Defender in 2013. Team Japan lost their Group B opening game against China in overtime. Akane and her teammates are back...