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Army hockey team focuses on consistency and talent for upcoming season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 11:30 PM

Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Army hockey team focuses on consistency and talent for upcoming season
Summary

Army hockey's head coach Zach McKelvie emphasizes the need for consistency as the team prepares for the 2026-27 season, beginning with an exhibition against RPI and a regular-season opener against Union. McKelvie highlights a deeper roster, featuring twelve freshmen and returning standout junior goaltender J.J. Cataldo. The Black Knights aim to improve on last season's 12-17-6 record, where they finished ninth in Atlantic Hockey. McKelvie acknowledges the challenges of building the team traditionally without NCAA transfer portal access, but expresses optimism for a jump in performance this year. The team enters the season after a shortened preseason due to rink renovations, limiting individual practice time.

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  • •McKelvie cites improved talent and a deeper roster this season.
  • •J.J. Cataldo returns as a strong goaltending option for Army.
  • •Army's preseason was affected by rink renovation delays.
  • •First exhibition match is against RPI this Friday.
  • •Season opens officially with Union on Saturday.
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Army hockey head coach Zach McKelvie believes a consistent approach, with improved talent, will move the Black Knights forward in 2026-27.

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