Ohio State Inks Five for 2020-21
1/9/2020 10:30:16 AM | Women's Ice Hockey
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COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Ohio State University women’s ice hockey team wrapped up another successful signing period by adding five future Buckeyes to its ranks. Among the five newcomers are three forwards, one defenseman and one goaltender.
“This incoming class is going to bring us a lot of depth,” head coach Nadine Muzerall said. “Last year we graduated three centers and next year we’re going to have a couple players coming in who can fill that center position, as well and just add more depth down the middle. This class is going to have speed and grit and strength and that’s the style of hockey I like. We’re also going to get a couple goal scorers and we’re bringing in a goalie too, so we’re adding depth all the way from goaltender up.”
(Top to bottom; left to right: Brengman, Thiele, Rossignol, Buglioni, Lundin)
D – Riley Brengman
First up is Riley Brengman, a defender from China Township, Michigan. In 24 games with Belle Tire 19U, Brengman tallied 15 points from five goals and 10 assists. In just her first year playing with Bell Tire, the team has won the CCM Tournament. For the previous three years, Brengman suited up for Little Caesars and won two state titles, one at the 14U level and another at the 16U level.
“I chose Ohio State because of the team environment. I love how close everyone is and I love the coaching staff. Overall, Ohio State is a great school with a great hockey program.”
Welcome to the family, Riley!
China Township, Michigan Columbus, Ohio. #GoBucks pic.twitter.com/2cBzLt4suV— Ohio State Women’s Hockey (@OhioStateWHKY) November 19, 2019
G – Amanda Thiele
Another Michigan native, Amanda Thiele is joining Buckeye Nation from Milford and is the lone goaltender in the incoming class of 2020. Thiele has a record of 12-8-4 in net with Belle Tire 19U, including 10 shutouts for a .917 goals against average and a .952 save percentage. Thiele has competed in two USA Hockey Youth National Championships along with the 2019 Women’s National Festival. In November, Thiele was selected to play in the IIHF U18 Women’s World Championship in Slovakia where she posted two shutouts and claimed the gold medal with Team USA on January 2.
“I chose Ohio State because it has a great women’s ice hockey program and great academics. I’m looking forward to being a Buckeye!”
She’s a keeper! Proud to add Amanda Thiele to #BuckeyeNation pic.twitter.com/HO1UhWuYDS
— Ohio State Women’s Hockey (@OhioStateWHKY) November 19, 2019
F – Shani Rossignol
Next is Shani Rossignol, a forward out of New Brunswick, Canada. In 22 games at Ontario Hockey Academy, Rossignol has 15 total points from four goals and 11 assists. At the 2019 National Women’s Hockey U18 Championship tournament, Rossignol scored one goal in the four game swing and scored four goals at the Canada Winter Games. At the Atlantic Challenge Cup, Rossignol’s regional tournament, she recorded six points from three goals and three assists.
“The reason I chose to attend Ohio State is that it felt like home. Everyone was really welcoming and really close. Ohio State has everything that I need not only in hockey but also in academics.”
Welcome to your new home, Shani!! So excited to have you in #BuckeyeNation @ShaniRossignol pic.twitter.com/DEHFCL52Jm
— Ohio State Women’s Hockey (@OhioStateWHKY) November 19, 2019
F – Jenna Buglioni
Staying in the Great White North, Jenna Buglioni is a forward out of Port Moody, British Columbia. She has tallied 148 points in 75 games with the Greater Vancouver Comets, including 67 goals and 81 assists. Over the past three seasons with the Comets, Buglioni has won two provincial championships. Buglioni suited up for Team British Columbia at the Canada Winter Games in 2019 where she won the bronze medal. She also attended the U18 Hockey Canada vs. Team USA summer series. In January, Buglioni claimed the silver medal with Team Canada 18U at the IIHF World Championships in Slovakia.
“I chose to attend Ohio State for the incredible academic and athletic opportunity and the family feel to the team. I wanted to play for a high caliber program and continue to grow as a player and a person.”
British Columbia THE Ohio State University #GoBucks Welcome to the family, Jenna! @jennabuglioni pic.twitter.com/i1wIDeQyp0
— Ohio State Women’s Hockey (@OhioStateWHKY) November 19, 2019
F – Sofie Lundin
Last, but certainly not least is Sofie Lundin, a forward who will be making a new home in Columbus all the way from Helsingborg, Sweden. Lundin has played for Djurgarden IF Hockey for the past two years and tallied 25 points, including the most assists by a junior in the league (16). Last year, Lundin played her first senior world championship with Team Sweden at the 2019 IIHF World Championship. Lundin also recently received the Junior Scholarship Award which is given out every year to the most talented young athlete in her region of Sweden.
“Ohio State offered everything I could wish for, a great school and a fantastic hockey team. Maybe even more important was that I felt welcome when I was visiting and it was like meeting my new family. It was clear to me that Ohio State must be a winning team in every way.”
Proud of all of our new Buckeyes! Welcome to your new family at Ohio State @sofie_lundin!! #GoBucks pic.twitter.com/t8Hw3CWfFO
— Ohio State Women’s Hockey (@OhioStateWHKY) November 19, 2019
