2024-25 Ferris State Men's Ice Hockey News

Highly-Decorated Ferris State Athletics Hall Of Fame Class Of 2025 Announced!
Highly-Decorated Ferris State Athletics Hall Of Fame Class Of 2025 Announced!

June 02, 2025

Big Rapids, Mich. - A total of 10 Ferris State University alumni representing nine different sports programs have been chosen for selection as the Ferris State University Bulldog Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2025, which will be enshrined on campus this fall.

Ferris State Hockey Head Coach Brett Riley Finalizes Coaching Staff With Three Appointments
Ferris State Hockey Head Coach Brett Riley Finalizes Coaching Staff With Three Appointments

May 21, 2025

Big Rapids, Mich. - New Ferris State University men's ice hockey head coach Brett Riley has finalized his coaching staff with the appointment of three well-respected individuals who have joined the FSU program.

Ferris State Hockey Alum Jeff Blashill Tabbed As New Head Coach For NHL's Chicago Blackhawks
Ferris State Hockey Alum Jeff Blashill Tabbed As New Head Coach For NHL's Chicago Blackhawks

May 21, 2025

Big Rapids, Mich. - Ferris State University alum and former Bulldog men's ice hockey student-athlete and coach Jeff Blashill has been hired as the new head coach of the National Hockey League's (NHL) Chicago Blackhawks.

Ferris State Hockey Unveils 2025-26 Schedule Under First-Year Head Coach Brett Riley
Ferris State Hockey Unveils 2025-26 Schedule Under First-Year Head Coach Brett Riley

May 13, 2025

Big Rapids, Mich. - The Ferris State University men's ice hockey program has announced a highly-competitive regular-season slate for the 2025-26 campaign as the Bulldogs get set for their debut season under first-year head coach Brett Riley.

SPECIAL: Off the Ice with New Hockey Coach Brett Riley
SPECIAL: Off the Ice with New Hockey Coach Brett Riley

April 16, 2025

On the Season 2 finale of Off the Ice, Ferris State Hockey's new Head Coach Brett Riley joins us to talk about his journey to Big Rapids, coaching at Long Island, his family ties to hockey and much more! Be sure to follow us @ferrishockey on Instagram, X and TikTok to stay up to date on all things Bulldog hockey.

Support Bulldog Athletics In The One Day For Dawgs Effort - April 9
Support Bulldog Athletics In The One Day For Dawgs Effort - April 9

April 09, 2025

Big Rapids, Mich. - Ferris State University alumni, fans and supporters can help support Bulldog Athletics and several important projects that will impact student-athletes during the school's "One Day For Dawgs" effort.

New Ferris State Hockey Coach Brett Riley Pledges To Build Upon Legacy Of Excellence
New Ferris State Hockey Coach Brett Riley Pledges To Build Upon Legacy Of Excellence

April 01, 2025

BIG RAPIDS, Mich. – New Ferris State University hockey coach Brett Riley pledged to continue a “legacy of excellence” while building a championship culture with the Bulldogs. Riley, a third-generation coach with a passion for developing young talent, met with the media and community on Monday after being hired on Friday.

New Ferris State Hockey Coach Brett Riley Tabbed As Finalist For NCAA D1 National Coach Of The Year Honor
New Ferris State Hockey Coach Brett Riley Tabbed As Finalist For NCAA D1 National Coach Of The Year Honor

April 01, 2025

Big Rapids, Mich. - New Ferris State University men’s ice hockey head coach Brett Riley, who was officially introduced as the Bulldogs’ sixth head coach in school history, has been chosen as a 2025 finalist for the Spencer Penrose Award, given annually to the NCAA Division I Men’s Ice Hockey Coach of the Year.

Ferris Sports Update TV - New Hockey Coach Brett Riley
Ferris Sports Update TV - New Hockey Coach Brett Riley

April 01, 2025

New Bulldog Hockey head coach Brett Riley joins Ferris Sports Update TV this week to talk about taking over the FSU program with host Brody Keiser.

Coach Brett Riley Press Conference - Behind The Scenes
Coach Brett Riley Press Conference - Behind The Scenes

April 01, 2025

Highlights from the press conference welcoming new Ferris State Hockey head coach Brett Riley.

Brett Riley Officially Introduced As Ferris State Hockey's Sixth Head Coach
Brett Riley Officially Introduced As Ferris State Hockey's Sixth Head Coach

March 31, 2025

Big Rapids, Mich. - Ferris State University officially introduced Brett Riley as the Bulldogs’ sixth head coach in 50 years of collegiate ice hockey during a special press conference on Monday (March 31) at the Ewigleben Sports Complex.

Ferris State Hockey - Brett Riley Full Press Conference
Ferris State Hockey - Brett Riley Full Press Conference

March 31, 2025

Ferris State Hockey new Head Coach Brett Riley's press conference. Press conference presented by Fox Motors Cadillac & Reed City

Ferris State Hockey - Brett Riley Media Interview
Ferris State Hockey - Brett Riley Media Interview

March 31, 2025

Ferris State Hockey new Head Coach Brett Riley's interview with the media after his press conference. Press conference presented by Fox Motors Cadillac & Reed City

Watch Ferris State Hockey Press Conference Introducing Coach Brett Riley Live Online - Monday, 11 am ET
Watch Ferris State Hockey Press Conference Introducing Coach Brett Riley Live Online - Monday, 11 am ET

March 30, 2025

Big Rapids, Mich. - Ferris State University will hold a press conference to introduce new men's ice hockey head coach Brett Riley on Monday (March 31) starting at 11 a.m. (ET) inside the Ewigleben Sports Complex and Bulldog fans unable to attend the event can watch a live video stream online.

Ferris State To Formally Introduce New Hockey Head Coach Brett Riley At Monday Press Conference
Ferris State To Formally Introduce New Hockey Head Coach Brett Riley At Monday Press Conference

March 29, 2025

Big Rapids, Mich. - Ferris State University will hold a press conference to introduce new men’s ice hockey head coach Brett Riley on Monday (March 31) starting at 11 a.m. (ET) inside the Ewigleben Sports Complex.

Brett Riley Tabbed As Ferris State Hockey's Sixth Head Coach!
Brett Riley Tabbed As Ferris State Hockey's Sixth Head Coach!

March 28, 2025

BIG RAPIDS, Mich. – Brett Riley, a third-generation hockey coach with a proven track record of leadership and passion for developing young talent, will be the new coach of Ferris State University’s storied hockey program.