Miami University Athletics Welcomes New Faces to Hockey Program

Strategic Insights -

With the 2025-26 hockey season underway, second-year head coach Anthony Noreen's program at Miami University Athletics is set to showcase a fresh lineup, featuring forward Ryan Smith, a transfer from Quinnipiac University. Joining the RedHawks after a standout freshman season at Quinnipiac, where he accumulated five points, Smith brings a wealth of experience, having played two seasons with the USHL's Tri-City Storm under Noreen's guidance. This added depth to the team, coupled with Smith's impressive record, including a team-tying shorthanded goal performance, is expected to enhance the program's overall performance.

Key Takeaways:

  • Ryan Smith, a forward from Pendleton, N.Y., will join the Miami University Hockey program in 2025-26, bringing with him a background of playing for Quinnipiac University and the USHL's Tri-City Storm.
  • Smith played 34 games as a freshman for Quinnipiac University, scoring five points (2-3-5) and appeared in the 2022 Hlinka Gretzky Cup as part of Team USA.
  • During his two seasons with the Tri-City Storm, Smith collected 49 total points (29-20-49), including a notable game where he tied the team's shorthanded goal record with two goals on Feb. 4, 2024.
  • Additionally, Smith participated in the Buffalo Sabres' 2024 development camp and served as team captain for the Buffalo Jr. Sabres organization in the 2019-20 and 2020-21 seasons.
  • Season tickets for the 2025-26 season are available, with renewal information sent directly to previous season ticket holders, and new lower-level season tickets can be purchased through a dedicated link.
  • The Miami Athletic Ticket Office is available to address any membership or ticket inquiries, including club ticket purchases, and can be reached directly at (513) 529-4295.

Statistics:

  • Ryan Smith played in 34 games for Quinnipiac University in the 2024-25 season, earning five points.
  • In two seasons with the USHL's Tri-City Storm, Smith accumulated 49 total points.
  • Smith represented Team USA in the 2022 Hlinka Gretzky Cup.
  • He served as team captain for the Buffalo Jr. Sabres organization in the 2019-20 and 2020-21 seasons.
  • The Miami University Hockey program will play its first game of the season on Oct. 3, 2025, against Ferris State at Steve "Coach" Cady Arena.

Sources:

  • Miami University Athletics news release
  • Quinnipiac University athletic profile for Ryan Smith