Let's chat about the Fr class's first half who have suited up.
Sappy has 8g 10a in 18 games centering the 1/2 line, depending on how MJ matches lines. She's not as flashy in the style of Simms as I had hoped, but she's got a lot of responsibility playing against the sharp ends of the opponents pencils and she's only a Fr. Faceoff % was in the low 50's, which again is tolerable considering who's across the circle from her.
Pieckenhagen does play a heavy game and MJ has used her up the line-up on occasion. She fits right in anywhere and has played in 19 games and is noticeable. I'm very interested to see how she does with the Olympians gone, getting more ice time and responsibility. She has the makings of a top 6 F.
Jones was not getting a lot of icetime early on though she has suited up for 18 games. Injuries forced her into the D rotation. She was shaky at times early on, but has really rounded out into a steady D. Love those MN HS D that they bring in. They never fail to fit in.
Stewart got the 1 start and has got some 3rd period action. We will learn a ton about her in 2026. I'm excited to see her play in meaningful games. There's always high expectations for goalies at UW. She will play against St. Cloud, Kato, TWSNBN, the rodents and maybe BSU. A tough schedule, though some may be depleted.
