Powers Speaks to Media For First Time Since Aug. 20 Incident

September 23, 2026 by Adam Wodon/Managing Editor (@chn-adam-wodon) Arizona State coach Greg Powers addressed the media for the first time today since the Aug. 20 incident that left his player, Matthew Mayich, in a coma. It came as part of the NCHC’s annual Media Day series of press conferences. Powers’ conference call was attended by approximately 50 reporters, at least three times as many as any of the other NCHC coaches. Powers noted that he was unable to answer questions about the incident, but he did start with the prepared statement. “As you undoubtedly know it’s a very difficult time…