The LIU Sharks men's ice hockey team represents

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. The school announced their intention to begin a varsity schedule for the 2020–21 season on April 30, 2020. While starting out as an

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, the Sharks were a scheduling partner of

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for at least their first season. Currently, the Sharks are the only Division I program located in

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, though all their home games will be played in Nassau County outside of the New York city limits.

History

After the college hockey season had been ended prematurely in March 2020, due to the

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announced their intention to found a men's Division I ice hockey team. The school had already established its

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the year before and, despite the uncertainty for the upcoming season, LIU hired a coaching staff and recruited a full team of players. Due to scheduling problems resulting from COVID-19, LIU entered into a scheduling partnership with

for its inaugural season. LIU would officially remain an independent program and would not be eligible for the conference tournament.

Season-by-season results

Coaches

Brett Riley was named as the team's first head coach on May 26, 2020. After five seasons, Riley left to take over at Ferris State and was replaced by his brother, Brendan Riley. As of the completion of 2024–25 season

Current roster

As of October 3, 2024.

Statistical leaders

Career points leaders

Career goaltending leaders

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; GAA =

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'' minimum 1,000 minutes played Statistics current through the end of the 2024-25 season.

References

External links

Official website
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