Will Schneid ’25. Photo by Mr. Michael Aldridge.
Northwood Boys hockey has been a well-respected program for many years, producing tons of college hockey players and even NHL players. This year, Northwood has gained a little bit more respect in terms of the NHL world, as one current Northwood student, Will Schneid ‘25 has been opening eyes and was named to the central scouting list as players who are projected to get drafted. Two former Northwood students, Ritter Coombs and Bill Zonnon were also on this list.
Schneid recently committed to the University of Connecticut to continue his hockey career and play Division One hockey. “I think that they have a great track record of developing players and can help me advance my hockey career,” Schneid said when asked why he chose UConn. Will led Northwood in goals last year with 30 and points with 74 in 57 games, despite being one of the youngest players on the team. He is also off to an impressive start this year, with 24 goals in 27 games and 43 points.
Schneid in action last season. Photo by Mr. Michael Aldridge.
Schneid doesn’t just bring talent on the ice; he is a highly respected person off the ice at Northwood. Will was named assistant captain for the Prep team, meaning he has earned his teammates’ respect. Will also serves as a residential assistant and is on the Head’s Council. In the classroom, Schneid is one of the top in his class; last year, he was one of 5 juniors named to the Cum Laude Society, which is a very impressive honor for a student at Northwood.
Coombs in action as a Husky. Photo by Mr. Michael Aldridge.
Ritter Coombs went to Northwood for 2 years and is now playing in the top junior league in America, the USHL, or the United States Hockey League. Ritter plays for the Dubuque Fighting Saints out of Iowa, where he hopes to develop his game before attending Providence College to play Division One hockey. “Northwood helped me develop and improve my game greatly in the two years I was there,” Coombs said.
Zonnon in action as a Husky. Photo by Mr. Michael Aldridge.
Bill Zonnon attended Northwood for one year before going to play in the QMJHL, or the Quebec Martimes Junior Hockey League. Zonnon is a highly ranked prospect, projected in the top three rounds as of right now. Zonnon is 3rd in the whole QMJHL right now for top scorers in the league and is getting lots of looks because of that.
All three of these players had a huge impact on Northwood, and Northwood played a huge role in their hockey careers. They are making Northwood proud, and we hope to see them succeed in the future.