 Springfield PICS are proud to announce that forward Jacob Carey (’05) of Christchurch, New Zealand, has committed to the American International College Men’s Hockey Program (NCAA Division II).
Carey captained his national team to a gold medal at the 2023 U18 World Championship (Division III B) and was a key contributor to the 2025 Springfield PICS Premier team’s run to the National Championship Final. Internationally, he has represented New Zealand at the World Juniors in 2023 and 2024, including a 2024 World Junior Championship appearance. When asked about his commitment, Carey shared: “I am immensely grateful for Coach Tabb and his belief in me by recruiting me to AIC. I would also like to thank Coach Bonneau for giving me the opportunity to represent the PICS over the past two seasons. The lessons learned and the environment I stepped into have been pivotal in my growth as both a player and a person. I look forward to representing AIC in the coming years and continuing the legacy and values of the PICS organization.” Springfield PICS GM and Head Coach Rob Bonneau added: “Jacob has been a leader from the moment I picked him up at the bus station. He is extremely focused, driven, and committed to improving every day. He plays in all situations, has scored some big goals for us, but his greatest strength is his ability to bring the team together. He’s the kind of player everyone wants to be on the ice with. I wish Jacob and his family nothing but the best and look forward to continuing to watch him compete at AIC — right here in the same building.”  The Springfield PICS are proud to announce that Forward and Captain Levi “Ben” Adcock (04) of Montclare, Virginia has made his NCAA Division III commitment to Rivier University Men’s Hockey Program in Nashua, New Hampshire. Levi has just completed his 3rd Premier season with PICS. The Captain has appeared in 129 Premier/Junior games in the iconic PICS sweater. In his three years as a player within the organization Ben has amassed 132 points with 50 Goals and 82 assists.
 The Springfield PICS are proud to announce that Defenseman Frederic D’Amours (04) of Mont-St-Hilaire, Quebec Canada has made his NCAA Division III commitment to Manhattanville University Men’s Hockey Program in Purchase, New York. Frederic in his second season with the Premier squad has appeared in over 87 games to date with 18 Goals, 34 Assists. As a mainstay on the back end D’Amours brings a good amount of size and grit along with his leadership.
 The Springfield PICS are proud to announce that Forward Chris Foster (04) of Amherst, Massachusetts has made his NCAA Division II commitment to Franklin Pierce University Men’s Hockey Program in Rindge, New Hampshire. Foster has been with PICS organization at every level it offers U15, U16 (League Champions), Jr Elite and 3 years with the Premier squad and appeared in over 200 games in the iconic PICS sweater. Foster's career with the PICS he amassed over 200 points with 71 Goals and 138 Assists within the organization.
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The Springfield PICS are proud to announce that Defenseman Nick Zanin (04) of West Stockbridge, Mass has made his NCAA Division III commitment to Rivier University Men’s Hockey Program in Nashua, New Hampshire. Nick has been with the PICS from his youth at U15, U16, Jr Elite and now in his 3rd Premier season. Nick has appeared in over 100 Junior games but also over 205 games in the iconic PICS sweater. In his seven years as a player within the organization Nick has amassed over 100 points and with the 2024/25 season being a breakout year with 20 Goals and 33 assists. Nick Zanin: I am very happy to announce my commitment to play hockey at Rivier University this fall for Coach Millerick. I would like to thank Coach Bonneau, Coach Beaudoin, John and Ant Sarno, Vern Smith, all my teammates I've played with and the whole Springfield Pics organization for the last 7 years. I would also like to thank my family for all their support and making this all happen. I’m really looking forward to getting up to Rivier, and starting this next journey. When GM and Head Coach Rob Bonneau was asked about Nick’s commitment this is what he had to say: Nick is the poster child of what can be done with hard work and determination. I have had the pleasure of knowing Nick and his family for the last 7 seasons as he has been a member of the Springfield Pics program and has played at every level we offer. It has been a pleasure to watch Nick grow into one of the top players in the league. We wish Nick and Rivera the best in the next 4 seasons.  The Springfield Pics are proud to announce the commitment of Dominic “Dom” Balboni from West Springfield, Massachusetts to NCAA Division III Westfield State University Men’s Hockey program for the 2024-2025 season. He has been a key player for the Springfield Jr. PICS and donned the historic jersey in over 255 games at the U15, U16 (Back to Back League Champion) Jr. Elite and Premier level. In his time at the junior level with both Elite and Premier Dom lit the lamp 95 times, garnering 119 assists. When asked about his commitment to play NCAA Hockey GM and Head Coach Rob Bonneau had this is what he had to say; “Dom was a very special player for the Springfield Pics as he has played at every level we offer. Dom can play forward and defense and has great offensive abilities. He will be missed but he will be close at Westfield State. We wish Dom all the best over the next 4 years at Westfield State and look forward to watching him play at the college level”.
 The Springfield Pics are proud to announce the commitment of Josh Tisdell of Chicopee, Massachusetts to NCAA Division II Franklin Pierce University Men’s Hockey program for the 2024-2025 season. Josh is another player who has worn the historic jersey for over 162 games through multiple seasons as a U15, U16, U18 and the Premier level. He lit the lamp 12 times, garnering 56 assists but it was his steady defensive play that had him on the ice in all situations. When asked about his commitment to play NCAA Hockey this is what he had to say; “I am very happy to announce my commitment to play hockey at Franklin Pierce University this fall. I would like to thank my family as well as the Springfield Pics organization and coaches for all of their support”.
GM and Head Coach Rob Bonneau on Tisdell: “We are very excited to hear that Josh has committed to Franklin Pierce. He is a player who started on our U16’s as a 14 year old; moved to and played for Skipjacks (U18’s) and came back to our Premier team for the past 2 seasons. Josh is an offensive defenseman who had the ability to impact the game with his play due to his size and tenacity. He played his best hockey in the playoffs. We are looking forward to watching Josh the next 4 seasons at Franklin Pierce and wish him all the best.”
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