Oswego N.Y. – The SUNY Oswego men's ice hockey team will begin the 2025–26 season as one of the top programs in the nation, coming in at No. 12 in the USCHO.com Division III Men's Ice Hockey Preseason Poll released earlier this week.
The Lakers, led by head coach Ed Gosek, are no strangers to national attention. With a tradition of excellence that includes multiple Frozen Four appearances and conference championships, Oswego once again finds itself among the country's most respected teams heading into the new season.

Oswego returns a solid mix of veteran leadership and emerging young talent after a competitive campaign last winter. The Lakers earned a spot in the NCAA Division III Tournament last season after defeating Plattsburgh in the SUNYAC Championship earning their 11^th conference title. The team's depth, experience, and commitment to its defensive structure are expected to be key strengths as the Lakers look to climb even higher in the national standings.

The Lakers open the season this Saturday when they will host the St John Fisher Cardinals for a 7:00 PM puck drop.