UConn captain Joey Muldowney’s relentless work ethic and humility are setting the tone for a young Huskies team chasing its first Hockey East title and a third straight NCAA Tournament berth. After his late penalty helped Boston University force overtime, Muldowney scored the winner to cap a 5-4 comeback victory—an early test in maturity for a roster with just two seniors.

By the Numbers
  • Muldowney has 93 points in 113 career college games.
  • UConn has 46 wins over the past two-plus seasons and two straight CT Ice championships.
  • Sophomore goalie Kam Hendrickson is 3-0 with 118 saves and a .943 save percentage this season.
Yes, But

UConn’s start and recent success raise expectations, but the Huskies are still a young team learning to close out games. Their two most recent NCAA Tournament runs ended in one-goal losses to Big Ten teams, and building maturity and chemistry will be crucial.

State of Play
  • UConn has beaten Boston University, Colorado College and Penn State this season, with scoring spread across all four lines.
  • Hendrickson is sharing the crease with freshman Veeti Louhivaara, a New Jersey Devils draft pick.
  • Muldowney, one of only two seniors, has helped lead UConn to the conference championship game in each of the past two seasons.
What's Next

UConn’s progress will hinge on whether its young lineup can turn early-season lessons into consistency and sustain its place among Hockey East’s top teams. The Huskies are aiming for their first conference title and a third consecutive NCAA Tournament appearance.

Bottom Line

Muldowney’s example embodies the challenge ahead: talent can put UConn in contention, but relentless effort, accountability and growth will determine whether the Huskies reach new heights.