ECHC Players of the Week - 2/14 - 2/16

As the regular season has come to a close, three standout players delivered dominant performances to earn ECHC Players of the Week honors. Representing the Purple, Black, and Silver Divisions—as well as our Federation teams—these athletes made a significant impact on the ice and earned this week's ECHC Players of the Week honors.

Purple Division: RYAN ANAtra, F, university of delaware

Ryan Anatra was an offensive force for Delaware this weekend, leading the Blue Hens to two crucial wins. In a dominant 9-3 victory over Rowan University, Anatra netted a hat trick and added an assist, avenging Delaware’s early-season loss to Rowan. He kept the momentum going on Sunday evening, adding another goal and two assists in a win over Salisbury University. With the postseason approaching, Anatra’s ability to generate offense at key moments will be a major asset for Delaware.

Black Division: anthony kulp, f, fordham university

Fordham’s Anthony Kulp continues to impress in his rookie campaign, contributing heavily to the Rams’ win over Stevens Institute of Technology on Saturday. Kulp registered one goal and two assists, showcasing his ability to produce offensively in various matchups. As Fordham eyes an extended playoff run, Kulp’s consistent scoring touch and playmaking ability will be crucial down the stretch.

Silver Division: dylan faulhaber, F, stevens institute of technology

Dylan Faulhaber was a standout performer for Stevens across both of their weekend games, delivering a nine-point weekend to cap off an impressive stretch. On Saturday, he tallied two goals and an assist in a narrow 5-6 loss to Fordham. He followed that up with a season-best performance on Senior Night, recording six points (2G, 4A) in a 16-6 victory over Lafayette College. With the Ducks riding a wave of offensive production, Faulhaber’s leadership will be key as they prepare for postseason play.

federation: benjamin bajzath, F, sacred heart university (FED)

Both ECHC-affiliated Federation teams took the ice this weekend, wrapping up a season of exhibition games in preparation for their official entry into the ECHC in 2025-26. Sacred Heart’s Bajzath has been a critical piece for the Pioneers, and his play this weekend continued to impress.

On Friday night, he notched an assist in SHU’s 13-5 loss. On Saturday, he helped lead the Pioneers to an unexpected 5-4 (OT) victory over Fairfield University (DIII), tallying one goal and three assists in the upset win. He capped off his weekend with another assist in SHU’s game against Strong Island Collegiate Ice Hockey on Sunday. As Sacred Heart transitions into full-time ECHC competition, Bajzath’s play will be one to watch.

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ABOUT the Empire Collegiate Hockey Conference:
Founded in 2009, the Empire Collegiate Hockey Conference (ECHC) is an intercollegiate hockey conference dedicated to promoting competitive non-varsity hockey across the Northeastern United States. The ECHC features teams competing at the Division I, Division II, and Division III levels within AAU College Hockey. The conference is committed to delivering a premier hockey experience emphasizing student-athlete development, academic achievement, and sportsmanship. The Empire Collegiate Hockey Conference is a 501(c) not for profit organization.