Bemidji State Hockey Projected for Solid 2025 Season, Parekh Earns Preseason Accolades
Bemidji, MN – September 16, 2025 – The Bemidji state university (BSU) men’s hockey team is anticipating a competitive 2025 season, according to both the Central Collegiate Hockey association (CCHA) Coaches’ Poll and the CCHA Media Poll released today. Both polls predict a sixth-place finish for the Beavers in the 11-team conference. Adding to the positive outlook, sophomore defenseman Isa Parekh has been recognized as a Preseason All-CCHA selection by both voting groups.
The CCHA Coaches’ Poll, comprised of the league’s head coaches, highlighted Parekh’s expected impact on the Beavers’ defensive core. He is coming off a strong freshman campaign and is poised to be a key contributor this season.
The CCHA Media Poll echoed the coaches’ assessment, also naming Parekh to the all-CCHA team. Though, the media added an exciting dimension to the Beavers’ prospects, selecting incoming freshmen Max Vig and Max hildebrand as co-Rookies of the Year. This dual recognition signals high expectations for the newest members of the BSU hockey program.
“It’s encouraging to see the respect our program is receiving from both the coaches and the media,” said Bemidji State Head Coach Tom Serratore in a statement released by the athletic department. “Isa is a talented player who has the potential to be a leader on our team. And the recognition for Max and Max before they’ve even played a game speaks to the quality of recruits we’re bringing into the program.”
The Beavers will look to build on their performance from the 2024 season and contend for a playoff spot in the increasingly competitive CCHA. The addition of highly-touted freshmen like Vig and Hildebrand, combined with the continued progress of players like parekh, positions Bemidji State for a prosperous 2025 campaign.
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