ZANIN TO RIVER CITY

​Springfield PICS:

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.