by Holly Arend Even as a kid, Dr. Alicia Naser learned life lessons way ahead of most others her age. Living alongside her brother, who was diagnosed with autism at the age of two, gave her a unique lens on life. “Watching him navigate a world that wasn’t built for him taught me lessons no book could teach,” she says with quiet conviction. At six or seven, Dr. Naser didn’t understand complex emotions like empathy and compassion, but those feelings shaped everything. She learned to see the little things others brushed off: the slight hesitation in a look, the way a small sound might cause distress, the tiny breaks in a routine that sent ripples through a day. Dr. Naser remembers sitting at the kitchen table helping her brother through various tasks many take for granted, like tying sneakers, brushing teeth, or following simple instructions. She had to take things step by step, and it took patience far beyond her age. Juggling school assignments and playground fun with the responsibility of being her brother’s quiet champion was a lot for a kid, but Dr. Naser embraced it. “It was like empathy boot camp [with] no graduation, just lifelong lessons,” she jokes. In reality, it was an early training in something that defines her work today. School challenges tested her patience. There’s the story of a science project gone sideways, a cascade of failed experiments and small disasters. Most would have thrown in the towel, but Dr. Naser? Not a chance. “I don’t think I truly realized how much that moment shaped my resilience until much later,” she says. As she vividly remembers snacking on peanut butter sandwiches amid the chaos, those tough days taught her that growth rarely happens in neat, predictable lines. During her PhD, she spent late nights poring over data that didn’t make sense. When her experiments kept failing, self-doubt crept in. “Some nights, I wondered if my PhD would ever work out,” she admits. Yet, every small breakthrough crackled with the joy of discovery. For Dr. Naser, research was never abstract or distant; it was a dance with human behavior, a way to understand why we do what we do. It was academic curiosity paired with a hunger to make a difference. After earning her PhD, her path didn’t grow easier. Clinical practice felt like constantly starting over, rebuilding confidence from the ground up. “There were times I felt profoundly alone,” she says. But through those moments, she forged connections through work, established a blossoming social media presence, and built communities from scratch online. Patience, resilience, and trust became the core of how she approached everything on Instagram , LinkedIn , and YouTube.  Observation is the secret to Dr. Naser’s success. Whether she’s consulting with National Hockey League (NHL) players  in the heat of competition, managing social media strategies, or coaching clients, she notices what most miss: those tiny clues that reveal so much. “It’s in the microexpressions, the barely noticeable shifts in energy, the silent signals that shape behavior,” she explains. She uses Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to help athletes recognize those patterns, manage stress, and respond constructively when pressure builds. She recalls a quiet moment in a locker room where the captain’s calm leadership held the team steady without uttering a word. “That was my research coming to life in real time,” she says. Explaining complex psychological concepts in social posts that resonates with her audience brought a fresh set of hurdles. “Sometimes things hit perfectly; sometimes they flop hard,” Dr. Naser laughs. She never stops learning, tweaking, and trying again. Her philosophy stays the same: observe, reflect, act. Guiding clients to rebuild broken confidence or break through personal barriers feeds her passion. “Those quiet moments when a client takes one step further than they thought possible, those are everything,” she shares. Each one of her therapy sessions demands attentiveness and adaptability, honoring the person beyond just their behavior. Dr. Naser’s career is a rich tapestry woven from research, clinical care, social media savvy, and professional sports consultancy. Every chapter brought new lessons, sometimes painfully earned but always illuminating. “Adapt, watch, reflect, be patient, those aren’t just professional skills. They’re life skills I live by,” she says. Those lessons span far beyond the clinic or rink and into her relationships with family, friends, and colleagues. While there are so many positive moments that are shown through her journey, she's also encountered some dark days. Rebuilding self-trust after setbacks felt isolating and raw at times. “Being in entrepreneurial spaces and relying on social media showed me the loneliness of the gig,” she says candidly. But community-building, whether digital or face-to-face, helped her weather those storms. Every little victory counts. A client’s smile, a breakthrough insight, a tweet that moves people, all remind her why paying attention, listening closely, and reflecting deeply matters so much. “It all adds up,” she reflects.  Looking back on her path, Dr. Naser sees a mosaic of experiences. From childhood empathy lessons to academic rigor, from clinical breakthroughs to digital connections and elite sports consulting, growth hasn’t been straightforward. It’s come in small steps, messy moments, and constant effort as a story of connection, of seeing, understanding, and walking alongside people. Even now, her curiosity and heart continue to expand. She highlights, “Every role I’ve taken has taught me more. My work isn’t really about what I do; it’s about showing up for people every day with compassion.”  Disclaimer: The thoughts, experiences, and opinions shared in this article are solely those of Alicia Naser and are based on her personal journey. They do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations, sponsors, or institutions with which Alicia may be associated with. To ensure accuracy and maintain context, Alicia Naser reviewed this article before publication. Unauthorized reproduction or distribution of this material is strictly prohibited. For any inquiries or concerns regarding this article, please contact info@hazzemedia.com

Written by Holly Arend | Photographed by Chirag Bachani Mental health was not always the headline of Jordan Laine’s story, but it was there. Quietly shaping her and threading its way through every chapter. It showed up in the grief she tucked away, in the journals she filled late at night, in the moments she kept showing up when no one knew how much strength that took. Long before From Us To You  had a name, it was already living in the way she moved through the world: gently, honestly, and with an openness that made others feel like they did not have to hide. When her mom died, Laine did not just lose a parent. She lost the soft place to land. She was 14, old enough to understand what hospice meant but young enough to still believe in happy endings. “I thought she’d get better like she always had,” she said. “I didn’t think that was going to be the ending. Not until she said it out loud.” From that moment on, something shifted. She did not fall apart. She got busy. As a teenager, she stacked honor roll certificates, extracurriculars, and part-time jobs like armor. On the outside, she seemed to be thriving. On the inside, she was just surviving. “I was told by a therapist later that I had become addicted to productivity and was equating what I could produce with my self-worth as a person,” she said. “I didn’t even realize it. I just thought I was doing what I had to do.” But even then, Laine knew how to care for herself in ways that mattered. She started therapy at 14. She journaled. She listened to her gut. And somewhere in the midst of all that quiet survival, a new foundation was being built, one rooted in self-awareness, compassion, and a deep desire to help others feel less alone. Therapy did not fix everything, but it gave her a place to be honest with herself. In a house full of masculine energy without her mother, it became her safe space. “It helped me learn to trust myself,” she said. “To know when something didn’t feel right and to say it out loud.” That instinct to hold space for herself became the reason she could hold it for others. Long before she knew what she was building, Laine was already becoming the kind of person people opened up to. She would learn later that this is what happens when you choose vulnerability over performance. When you let people see your truth, they are more likely to show you theirs. After high school, she went searching for clarity. Whether it was moving from Ohio to North Carolina or Washington, D.C., she ended up with the opposite. Her journey led her to more questions. She graduated during the pandemic, started adulthood with a corporate job while running her own fitness business, and fell into a relationship that reflected parts of herself she had not realized still needed healing. “I thought I had done the work,” she said. “But then I looked in the mirror and asked myself why I was letting someone treat me that way.” That was the wake-up call. The quiet unraveling that led to something stronger. She walked away from that relationship and toward herself. She started going on solo dates. She leaned into her independence. She walked in D.C. Fashion Week, said yes to things that scared her, and surrounded herself with people who made her feel powerful. She did not find herself all at once, but little by little, she came back. And that was when she met Patrik “Patty” Laine. They were never supposed to meet. She was in Columbus for a wedding. He was heading back to Finland the next day. But sometimes the universe has other plans. He had a tattoo on his shoulder in honor of his dad. She asked about it. He told her the story. She told him hers. Two people with very different lives found common ground in their losses. “It felt easy,” she said. “Like the connection came from the parts of ourselves that weren’t perfect.” Their bond was built on truth. Not the curated, polished kind. The kind that sounds more like, “I’ve been there too,” and “I didn’t know I needed to hear that.” They did not come together because they were the same. Jordan and Patty are opposites in almost every way. She is the extrovert who makes friends in elevators. He is quiet, goofy, steady. She thrives in the gray. He sees in black and white. But what they share is deeper than personality. It is purpose. That purpose came into focus when Patty took a break from hockey to prioritize his mental health. There was no script for that moment. “With physical injuries, there’s a clear path,” Laine said. “Mental health doesn’t work that way. You have to create the roadmap yourself.” The messages started rolling in. Encouragement. Stories. People said they had been struggling too and did not know how to talk about it until now. They realized the private conversations Jordan and Patty were having, raw, hopeful, healing, were exactly what others needed. So they stopped keeping them private. From Us To You was born out of that decision. It did not start as a nonprofit. It was not mapped out in some strategic brainstorm. It was just an Instagram page at first, something small and personal. But the response was overwhelming. People did not just follow. They reached out. They shared. They asked how they could help. Suddenly, it became bigger than a page. It became a platform. A movement. A reminder that mental health is part of the human experience, not something to be whispered about in the margins. “We knew we had to keep going,” Laine said. “If people were willing to share their truth, we had to create a space where that felt safe.” She is not a licensed therapist, though she is working toward her master’s degree through New York University’s online program. Still, she has been showing up for mental health work for years, through her healing, through wellness coaching, through the quiet moments with her clients in D.C., where they ended up talking more about their minds than their meals. “Mental health is the foundation,” she said. “You can’t show up physically if your brain is fighting you every step of the way.” Even in high school, journaling became her anchor. “I could write what I was too afraid to say out loud,” she said. “It helped me survive.” She kept every notebook, every letter. There is one she wrote to her future husband, two months before meeting Patty. She read it to him on their wedding day. “Not everyone can say ‘I’m struggling’ out loud,” she said. “But maybe they can write it down first.” She sees journaling as one of the most accessible mental health tools, and it is a big part of how she continues to process the world. Looking back on old entries reminds her how far she has come. “Sometimes it’s like reconnecting with my younger self,” she said. “It’s emotional to see how much growth has happened.” Growth rarely comes easy. Some jobs felt purposeless. Seasons of transition felt like freefall. A diagnosis of Hashimoto’s disease taught her how easily women’s pain is dismissed. “I was originally told it was mild depression,” she said. “But I knew it was something more. Doctors are people, too. You have to advocate for yourself.” She did. She kept pushing. She found answers. And now she shows up with the mindset that everything, even the setbacks, is part of something bigger. She thinks about the time she and Patty were running late to a Billy Joel concert in Columbus. Patty hates being late. She was stressed. But as they waited outside the venue, a golf cart rolled by with Billy Joel on it, headed to the stage. If they had been on time, they never would have seen him that close. “The universe is always working in our favor, even when we think it isn’t.” Now, the universe has her building something even bigger. From Us To You is officially a nonprofit, with events, panels, partnerships, and more resources launching soon. The Montreal fashion show, in collaboration with M.A.D . and local athletes, was another step forward in using unexpected spaces for fashion, sports, and culture to talk about the things that matter. “Some people came for the fashion. Some for the athletes,” she said. “But they all left thinking about something deeper.” At this year’s MAD Fest, Laine was intentional about every detail. “Even though it was a fashion show, I wanted everything to tie into From Us To You’s mission,” she said. Models walked in designs from Montreal creators while advice submitted by the community appeared behind them. Phrases like “your thoughts are not facts” and “we’re all just trying to heal our inner child” turned the runway into a living conversation about healing. Local professional athletes stepped out of their comfort zones to join the show. “Seeing them go out there and do something out of their comfort zone for a bigger cause was everything,” she said. The evening concluded with French rapper Fouki performing his song “Trop Tard” (“Too Late”), which was chosen because its lyrics matched the theme of mental health. What could have been just another fashion show became something more. Proof that art, sport, and vulnerability can come together to create space for truth and connection. The most powerful moments do not always happen online. Laine vividly remembers a message from a teenager who direct messaged her, sharing how the stories helped him through a difficult period. He later organized a fundraiser, even sending a photo of himself at school holding a “From Us To You” sign, having successfully involved his classmates and teachers. “It wasn’t about the money,” she said. “It was about the fact that someone took what we built and passed it forward.” She holds that moment close. She holds all of them close, the ones that remind her why she started From Us To You and why this matters, why honesty will always be louder than perfection. “To whom much is given, much is expected,” she said. She did not ask for this platform. But she plans to use it with everything she has got.

Gallery by Sojung Kim | 10/19/25 AFC Toronto edged past the Montreal Roses 2-1 in a thrilling showdown to capture the league’s first-ever Supporters’ Shield, making history as the inaugural champions. These photos are owned by HAZZE MEDIA, LLC and may not be redistributed, sold, or used for commercial purposes without explicit permission.

Photography By Maegan Grendell | Oct. 12, 2025 Take a look at what RedWest Fest looks like from an authentic, audience perspective and some incredible performances from Sunday, Oct. 12th's show! HAZLETT Hazlett Photographed by HAZZE Creative Team Photographer, Maegan Grendell @maegangrendellphoto Hazlett Photographed by Maegan Grendell @maegangrendellphoto THE BAND PERRY The Band Perry Photographed by Maegan Grendell @maegangrendellphoto The Band Perry Photographed by Maegan Grendell @maegangrendellphoto RED CLAY STRAYS Red Clay Strays Photographed by Maegan Grendell @maegangrendellphoto Red Clay Strays Photographed by Maegan Grendell @maegangrendellphoto SAM BARBER Sam Barber Photographed by Maegan Grendell @maegangrendellphoto Sam Barber Photographed by Maegan Grendell @maegangrendellphoto

Gallery by Olivia King | 10/19/25 The New England Revolution hosted Chicago Fire FC at home on October 18, 2025, for their final game of the season. They ended in a 2-2 tie, earning one point each. These photos are owned by HAZZE MEDIA, LLC and may not be redistributed, sold, or used for commercial purposes without explicit permission.

Photography By Maegan Grendell | Oct. 12, 2025 Noah Kahan Photographed by HAZZE Creative Team Photographer, Maegan Grendell @maegangrendellphoto Noah Kahan took the stage as one of the most anticipated Headliners at RedWest Fest  on Oct. 12th, 2025 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Noah Kahan Photographed by HAZZE Creative Team Photographer, Maegan Grendell @maegangrendellphoto Noah Kahan Photographed by HAZZE Creative Team Photographer, Maegan Grendell @maegangrendellphoto Noah Kahan Photographed by HAZZE Creative Team Photographer, Maegan Grendell @maegangrendellphoto

Photography By Maegan Grendell | Oct. 12, 2025 Photos by HAZZE Creative Team Photographer, Maegan Grendell @maegangrendellphoto Jonah Kagen took the stage at RedWest Fest  on Oct. 12th, 2025 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Photos by HAZZE Creative Team Photographer, Maegan Grendell @maegangrendellphoto

Photography By Maegan Grendell | Oct. 12, 2025 Avery Anna  took the stage at RedWest Fest  on Oct. 12th, 2025 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Photos by HAZZE Creative Team Photographer, Maegan Grendell @maegangrendellphoto Photos by HAZZE Creative Team Photographer, Maegan Grendell @maegangrendellphoto

by Brylea Smith | 10/16/25 Photo Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports The National Basketball Association (NBA) is back in action, with opening day set for Oct. 21. The reigning champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder (OKC), will receive their championship rings before tipoff. One special person will be in the audience, former OKC star Kevin Durant , on his new team, the Houston Rockets.  Durant was selected No. 2 overall by the Seattle Supersonics  in the 2007 NBA draft. The franchise would move to Oklahoma City the following year. In his final season with the Thunder, Durant took the team to the Western Conference Finals against the Golden State Warriors. OKC ultimately blew a 3-1 series lead and lost in seven games. July 4, 2016, was a day that changed Oklahoma City. Durant announced in a letter through The Players’ Tribune  that he was joining the Golden State Warriors, just two months after the organization's loss to the same team. The reaction from fans was overwhelmingly negative, with many burning his jersey, as shown on ESPN . The move shook the league, as reflected in the public’s reaction. The move paid off, with the Warriors winning back-to-back NBA Championships  in 2017 and 2018. Durant earned Finals Most Valuable Player titles both years. While the Thunder brought him his NBA MVP, the Warriors gave him the chance to experience what it felt like to be the best team in the league. Looking back, Durant’s move can be seen as a professional decision to seek a new environment that offered a better chance at success. While Durant’s journey took him elsewhere, Oklahoma City had to rebuild. Nearly a decade later, the Thunder won their first NBA title in 2025 since moving to Oklahoma City, after topping the Indiana Pacers 4-3. The Thunder were led by guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander , who joined Oklahoma City in 2019 as part of the trade  that sent Paul George  to the Clippers. Since then, he has become the franchise’s cornerstone, joining an elite group with Michael Jordan , Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Shaquille O’Neal  after earning league MVP, the scoring title and Finals MVP in the same season, according to the NBA .  This was the Thunder's first trip to the NBA Finals since 2012. The former OKC Big Three  of Durant, Russell Westbrook  and James Harden  led them to the top. The team’s momentum started to fade, with standout Harden being traded to the Rockets in October that same year. That was just the start of the intertwined history between the two teams. Westbrook and Durant eventually all played for the Rockets at some point in their careers. Other notable players who have donned both jerseys  include Steven Adams , Carmelo Anthony , Chris Paul  and Isaiah Hartenstein . Led by a new Big Three of Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren  and Jalen Williams , the Thunder’s dominance doesn’t appear to be slowing down. The team’s depth fueled last season’s success, leading the Thunder to make only  one trade  this offseason. The move created roster space for their two draft picks, No. 18 overall Thomas Sorber  and No. 44 overall Brooks Barnhizer , signaling the organization’s focus on developing young talent alongside its veteran core. The Thunder continues its franchise record of wins in the regular season, with a franchise-record 68 wins.  Durant made headlines again in July when he joined the Houston Rockets in a historic seven-team trade . This trade brought Durant back to the state of Texas, where he played for the University of Texas for the 2006-07 season before getting drafted. As a freshman, Durant swept nearly every major national award. He became the first freshman in NCAA history to win the Consensus National Player of the Year, according to the  University of Texas at Austin Athletics . His honors also included the Wooden Award, the Naismith Trophy and the Adolph Rupp Trophy. A month later, the NBA announced the opening-night games across the league. Fans quickly realized that Durant was opening the season on his new team against a franchise he helped shape. It’s a full-circle, bittersweet moment for fans: the former face of the program to be in the room while the new generation gets recognized for their historic season. Durant acknowledged the storyline on X , poking fun at fans who were amping up the drama and rivalry online.  Both Gilgeous-Alexander and Durant have had milestone careers so far, with each earning league MVP and finals MVP their championship seasons. Opening night promises to be a tough competition as two star players from different Thunder eras clash. At the end of last year's season, the Thunder and the Rockets sat at one and two in the Western Conference , respectively. The Thunder’s veteran core and the Rockets’ addition of Kevin Durant make this one of the most anticipated matchups of the NBA season. Can the Rockets overcome the roaring atmosphere of Paycom Center after the Thunder’s championship celebration? Or will Oklahoma City fall to the man who helped build its legacy? Disclaimer: The views, analysis, and opinions expressed in this op-ed are of the writer. All information is for commentary and informational purposes only and is not intended as legal, professional, or investment advice. References to third-party sources and public figures are made for illustrative purposes and do not imply endorsement or verification by HAZZE MEDIA.

by Ariana Ottrando | 10/12/25 PROVIDENCE — 9,093 fans packed Amica Mutual Pavilion  Sunday afternoon for the Providence Bruins ’ home opener versus the Charlotte Checkers , the American Hockey League (AHL)’s affiliate of the Florida Panthers. Thanks to a first career hat trick for Fabian Lysell , the Bruins “jumped all over” the Checkers and secured their first home victory of the season with a 6-3 final. Both the Bruins and Checkers came into the contest with a 1-0-0 record, with the Bruins’ 3-2 overtime win against Bridgeport and Charlotte’s 4-3 win over Springfield on Saturday. Aside from home ice advantage for Providence, the matchup was a clean slate with no standout up or downsides for either bench this early into the season. First Period Providence came out the gates firing to start regulation, notching its first goal just 74 seconds into the game. For the second shot on goal (SOG), Lysell — a 2021 first-round draft pick — buried the puck for an early Bruins lead, assisted by linemates Matthew Poitras  and Alex Steeves . Charlotte, on the other hand, didn’t get a puck on net until 5:41 into the opening period — including its first power play opportunity. However, the Checkers continued to test the Bruins and shift the momentum in their favor to score two unanswered goals, put up eight shots to Providence’s seven and take a 2-1 lead into first intermission. Wilmer Skoog  got on the board for Charlotte first, scoring from the low slot at 16:15 with help from Jack Studnicka  and Gracyn Sawchyn . Closing out the period, Riese Gaber  capitalized on a rebound opportunity in front with assists by Michael Benning  and Brett Chorske . Second Period When asked how the Bruins reset mentally coming into the second period chasing by a goal, Lysell said, “We talked about being more structured in the d[efensive] zone and to trust our system. Our chances are going to come.” It didn’t take long for Providence to find (what could’ve been) the equalizer, sending the puck over the red line just 2:29 into period two. But the net was off and the Bruins remained at a one-goal deficit. Momentum stayed on Providence’s side with a delay of game penalty on Charlotte at 6:48 and the Bruins capitalized on their first man advantage. Matej Blumel  fired from the middle of the dots to tie up at two, and Steeves and Georgii Merkulov  were credited with the assists. Providence fell to a power play goal (PPG) by Charlotte at 13:37, but responded on its own 5-on-4 chance roughly two minutes later in the same manner: both PPGs scored off the teams’ first shot per opportunity. Checkers’ Ben Steeves  — yes, Alex Steeves’ brother — tallied for Charlotte, and Providence captain Patrick Brown  scored for the Bruins. After a very back-and-forth period, the teams headed for the locker rooms tied at three through forty minutes. Third Period What set up to be a close third period changed in a blink when tension took over and Charlotte’s Trevor Carrick  took a cross-checking minor after 17 seconds. While Providence didn’t score on the man advantage, its momentum propelled the offense and it was lights out from there. Off a hard slapshot by defenseman Jonathan Aspirot , Lysell deflected in his second goal, giving the Bruins their first lead since period one at 4:55. The go-ahead goal was also assisted by Poitras. Providence returned to the penalty kill (PK), handing Charlotte a third opportunity to get back in the game, but killed it off and protected its lead. In the final minutes of regulation, the Bruins shut the door on any possibility of a comeback for the Checkers. With his third goal of the game and on the season, Lysell lit the lamp for a hat trick and two-goal deficit. Steeves — who had 62 points (36G, 26A) in 59 GP last year with the Toronto Marlies — scored the empty netter (ENG), and Poitras had assists on both — making four assists and a career-high tie with four points on the night. Providence goaltender Michael DiPietro  held down the fort for the Bruins in his first start of the season, stopping 34 out of 37 shots faced. In 40 GP for 2024-25, the Ontario native held a 2.05 GAA and 0.927 SV%. The obvious difference-maker in this match was Providence’s Fabian Lysell with his first professional career hat trick and an assist (3G, 1A). Bruins head coach Ryan Mougenel discussed how Lysell not only produces, as shown by the box score, but practices habits that he wants for his team as the season progresses — especially for the development of the young players on the roster. “It’s in the wall play, it’s stick detail — those are the things that give you protection and longevity in the NHL, and those are the habits we’re trying to build in a lot of our young players like [Lysell],” said Mougenel. “My favorite goal was his second goal that he went to the net — that’s what happens when you go to the net, and he got rewarded.” In addition to Lysell’s performance and reliable goaltending, Providence also clinched the win due to its special teams. The Bruins went 2-for-3 on both the power play and penalty kill, setting themselves up for success in the big moments.

by Olivia King | 10/12/25 The Providence Bruins beat the Charlotte Checkers last night, October 12th, at their home opener at the Amica Mutual Pavilion. They won 6-3, with their Forward Fabian Lysell scoring half the goals, including a Hat Trick. These photos are owned by HAZZE MEDIA, LLC and may not be redistributed, sold, or used for commercial purposes without explicit permission.

By Christina Winnegar | 10/11/2025 The New Jersey Devils jumped out to an early lead with three first-period goals and held off a late push to defeat the Tampa Bay Lightning 5–3 on Saturday night at Benchmark International Arena. Tampa Bay cut the deficit to one with two goals in the second period, but New Jersey responded with a pair in the third to regain control. The Lightning added one late, but the Devils’ balanced scoring and quick transition play proved decisive in the matchup. These photos are owned by HAZZE MEDIA, LLC and the National Hockey League (NHL). They may not be redistributed, sold, or used for commercial purposes without explicit permission.

by Olivia King | 10/11/25 Rhode Island FC defeated the Tampa Bay Rowdies in their final home game of the 2025 season on October 11 2025. They shut out the Rowdies 5-0, scoring three goals in the first half and adding two more in the second to seal an emphatic victory. These photos are owned by HAZZE MEDIA, LLC and may not be redistributed, sold, or used for commercial purposes without explicit permission.

by Ariana Ottrando | October 10, 2025 BOS — College hockey is officially back. Army West Point and Northeastern faced off Friday in a tight matchup for their 25th meeting in the books, the first time since 1998. Army came out on top with a 2-1 victory in the historic Matthews Arena — its first win of the 2025-26 season and first for head coach Zach McKelvie. The most prominent change on Northeastern’s bench is junior netminder Lawton Zacher , a transfer from Brown, starting in the crease for his second game. The Huskies sported their pink jerseys for their annual “Skating Strides” game in support of the Ellie Fund  and its breast cancer awareness program. First Period While the Huskies came into the contest with a home win under their belt from the season opener, they couldn’t sustain the pressure of Army’s offense consistently getting pucks to the net fast and early. Although the Black Knights were scoreless on the only power play of the period — just over five minutes into regulation — the top lines generated some momentum following the one-man advantage to put the puck over the red line first. Rewarded for its efforts, Army got on the board at 13:48. The tally was credited to freshman forward Billy Batten  off a skate deflection for his first collegiate goal, assisted by defenders Jude Brower  and Owen Nolan . Army Hockey took the 1-0 lead and double the shots on goal (SOG), 14 to Northeastern’s 7, into the first intermission. Second Period After a sluggish first, Northeastern took over in the second period, dominating puck possession, tempo, and even surpassing Army in SOG. The Huskies answered just over the midway point at 10:46 with a one-timer by senior defenseman Austen May . The equalizer, May’s first goal of the season, was assisted by forwards Giacomo Martino  and Jacob Mathieu . With minimal stoppage and no special teams in the middle period, Army couldn’t take back control or spark any offense. The Huskies tallied more than triple the SOG than the Black Knights at 16 to 5, respectively, for a total of 23-19 and a tied game at one-apiece after forty minutes. Third Period Northeastern may’ve won that battle, but Army won the war, tilting the ice back in its favor for the third. The Huskies put up five shots on the early man-advantage, just 2:17 into the last frame, and the Black Knights killed it off with two blocked shots and a crucial save by sophomore goaltender JJ Cataldo . Both benches played a tight game until Army’s Jack Ivey  found the net off an odd-man rush with 9:25 left on the clock. The sophomore’s game-winning goal (GWG), his first goal of the season, was scored with help from junior captain Barron Woodring  to give Army the one-goal edge. In a game completely determined by even-strength play, Army secured the win by capitalizing on its chances up front. Playing a 60-minute, 200-foot game is the key to coming out on top of close games — something that Northeastern head coach Jerry Keefe stressed as a focus point for his Hockey East team as the season progresses and league matches get underway. “We probably had four or five of our best chances tonight that we didn’t even get a shot off,” said Keefe. “We have to find a way to bear down our chances.”

By Holly Arend | 10/10/2025 Northeastern and Army West Point went head-to-head in a gritty matchup under the lights at Matthews Arena. The energy never dipped as both teams traded chances before Army pulled ahead late to secure the 2–1 win . The game also served as Northeastern’s annual Skating for Stides night, raising awareness and support for cancer research. From big saves to high-speed plays, relive the best moments and behind-the-glass intensity. These photos are owned by HAZZE MEDIA, LLC and may not be redistributed, sold, or used for commercial purposes without explicit permission.