University of Denver Spring 2024

#TENVER DU Hockey wins record-breaking 10th national title

Goalie Matt Davis and the University of Denver hockey team shut out Boston College 2-0 to win their 10th national title on April 13—becoming the first program to reach the milestone. Davis, who was named the NCAA Tournament Most Outstanding Player, made his 26th consecutive start during the championship game and made 23 saves in the third period to earn his third shutout of the season. Davis finished the NCAA Tournament with 138 saves and just three goals allowed. Denver was previously tied with the University of Michigan for the most titles since winning their 9th national championship in 2022. North Dakota currently has eight, Wisconsin has six, and Boston College, Boston University and Minnesota are tied with five each.

DU ended the season on a nine-game win streak, dating back to the team’s 4-3 victory against Colorado College on March 9. “There’s a lot of great college hockey programs. It’s a really hard event to win. And obviously the nine title teams prior went through a huge lift to get us here,” Head Coach David Carle said during the postgame press conference. “We owe so much to the people who came before us, and we’re so proud to be Pioneers and carry that honor of being the first to 10.” Denver forward Kieran Cebrian faces off against Boston College forward Gabe Perreault during the national championship game at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul.

Forward Jared Wright shoots the puck during the national championship game against Boston College. Wright scored the first goal of the game with 10:18 left in the second period.

LEADERSHIP DU welcomes five new members to the Board of Trustees

tenant governor of Colorado who has extensive experience in health care leadership and public service. Taylor Kirkpatrick (IMBA ’04) serves as president and CEO of Babson Farms and has been involved in philanthropy and community partnerships that benefit underserved children and families in the Denver community. Stephen Sturm (BA ’13) , president and CEO of Alder Companies, has been involved in various Sturm family businesses and has vast experience in real estate, investing and philanthropy.

The University is pleased to announce the addition of five distinguished individuals to our Board of Trustees. Dedicated volunteers who play a crucial role in guiding DU’s strategic direction, the trustees ensure our continued excellence in education, research and community engagement. Jim Lentz (MBA ’77) , retired CEO of the North America region and president/COO of Toyota Motor North America, Inc., brings a wealth of executive experience to the Board. Wade Loo (BSAC ’80) , chair of the board of directors of the Silicon Valley Community Foundation and former audit partner at KPMG, has a strong commitment to community service and helping people find meaningful work. Donna Lynne , CEO of Denver Health, is a former lieu

Photos: Tyler Schank/NCAA Photos

Learn more at www.du.edu/about/leadership/trustees.

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