IceRays Set For 2026-27 Season with 28-Player Roster
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – The Corpus Christi IceRays are proud to announce their official roster for the upcoming 2026–27 North American Hockey League (NAHL) season, featuring a talented group of 28 players ready to represent the Coastal Bend on the ice.
The roster consists of 15 forwards, 10 defensemen, and three goaltenders as the IceRays prepare for another competitive season in the NAHL.
“We’re excited about the group we have assembled for the 2026–27 season,” said the Corpus Christi IceRays head coach Nick Skerlick. “This roster brings together a strong mix of skill, size, speed, competitiveness and character. We’re looking forward to seeing this group come together and represent Corpus Christi throughout the season.”
2026–27 CORPUS CHRISTI ICERAYS ROSTER
FORWARDS
- Michael Azzarone – Seymour, CT
- Oliver Czaja – Darian, CT
- Michael Sandruck – Victor, NY
- Ben Dempster – Oakland, MI
- Andrew Waugh – Norwell, MA
- Brodie Hankel – Devon, AB, CAN
- Jacob Wingfield – Danbury, CT
- Chayse Laurie – Las Vegas, NV
- Willem Kerr – Toronto, ON, CAN
- Brady Franck – Holly Springs, NC
- Aiden Ferriera – Warwick, RI
- Nick Peragine – Yaphank, NY
- Chuck Norris – Fayetteville, NC
- Chase Field – Centerville, MA
- CJ Diagostino – Brooklyn, NY
DEFENSEMEN
- Liam McGuern – Alta Loma, CA
- Nikita Konevych – Kalush, UKR
- JJ Murphy – Amherst, NY
- Makar Kultuklu – Moskva, RUS
- James Reilly – Sicklerville, NJ
- Dominic Somma – Rye, NY
- Charlie Windwer – Suffern, NY
- Leo Mantenuto – Medford, MA
- Jason Piccarillo – Farrell, PA
- Dylan Chabrier – Bayville, NY
GOALTENDERS
- Vlad Bryzgalov – Haddonfield, NJ
- Griffin Wright – Edmonton, AB, CAN
- Yegor Batsokin – Shumeryla, RUS
- Giuliano Al Asmar – St-Laurent, QC, CAN
With the roster now officially set, the IceRays turn their attention toward the start of the 2026–27 NAHL campaign. The organization is eager to welcome players, families and fans back to the Hilliard Center as the team begins its pursuit of a successful season.
About Corpus Christi IceRays: The Corpus Christi IceRays, a member of the North American Hockey League playing out of the Hilliard Center in downtown Corpus Christi, TX. For more information or for all your ticketing needs, contact the IceRays Front Office at (361)-814-PUCK or visit www.GoIceRays.com . You can also follow the team through their social media platforms: Facebook @goicerays, Instagram @iceraysnahl, and Twitter @iceraysnahl
About North American Hockey League: Celebrating its 50th season in 2024-25, the NAHL, the only USA Hockey sanctioned Tier II Junior league boasting 35 teams in 20 states from North American. For more information, visit the NAHL website at https://nahl.com/
About Hilliard Center
Hilliard Center is Corpus Christi’s premier entertainment and event complex, proudly owned by the City of Corpus Christi and managed by Oak View Group. Named in partnership with Hilliard Law, a firm dedicated to service and community, the waterfront venue features a state-of-the-art arena, the historic Selena Auditorium, and a versatile convention center overlooking the scenic Corpus Christi Bay. With adaptable spaces, complimentary Wi-Fi, and premium food and beverage offerings, Hilliard Center is designed to deliver exceptional experiences as South Texas’ home for live entertainment, conventions, and community gatherings.
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About Oak View Group (OVG)
Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the Company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents. Visit OakViewGroup.com, and follow OVG on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.
