Kelsey Neumann

Kelsey Neumann (born May 7, 1991) is an American professional ice hockey goaltender for the Buffalo Beauts of the National Women's Hockey League (NWHL).

Kelsey Neumann
Born (1991-05-07) May 7, 1991
Torrance, California, U.S.
Height 5 ft 5 in (165 cm)
Position Goaltender
NWHL team Buffalo Beauts
Playing career 2016–present

Career

Neumann briefly played collegiate women's ice hockey for Clarkson University and SUNY Plattsburgh in the NCAA.[1][2] Prior to playing college hockey, Neumann played for the North American Hockey Academy for three years. She played in 150 games totaling 6630 minutes. Over her three years at NAHA, she achieved a career GAA of 1.16, a save percentage of .930, and amassed 54 shutouts, and holds the program record for shut-outs in a season. Was also in net for two Assabet Tournament championships, two JWHL championships, and two Cornwall Typhoon tournament championships. Prior to NAHA, she was a member of the Madison Capitals Bantam AAA boys’ team that participated at Nationals.[3]

Prior to joining the Buffalo Beauts, Neumann played for the USA Hockey National Bound,[4] North Carolina Women's hockey team, winning 1 National title and 1 second place title. She finished in the top 5 goalies 4 of the 5 years the team played.[5]

Professional

Neumann joined the practice squad for the Buffalo Beauts in the 2016/17 NWHL season.[6] Neumann was the Buffalo Beauts recipient for the 2017 NWHL Foundation Award.[7]

In June 2017, it was announced that she had signed a one-year contract to play for the Buffalo Beauts in the 2017/18 NWHL season.[8]

Neumann returned to the Buffalo Beauts for the 2019-2020 season after a one year hiatus.

Personal life

Daughter of Cindi and Tracy Neumann. She was a member of the National Honor Society at the North American Hockey Academy. BA in Communications, MS in Special Education and Elementary Education. Member of Alpha Sigma Nu Honor Society from Canisius College.[9] Her older brother is currently serving as an Officer in the Army. Lists Vladislav Tretiak as her favorite athlete.

References
  1. http://www.nwhl.zone/roster_players/14024378. {{cite news}}: Missing or empty |title= (help)
  2. Blinn, Michael (June 3, 2017). "Kelsey Neumann's eccentric life in goalie gear continues with new Buffalo Beauts deal". Sports Illustrated. Retrieved June 7, 2017.
  3. Neumann, Kelsey. "Kelsey Neumann-2009-2010". Clarkson Women's Hockey.
  4. "Youth Nationals". nationals.usahockey.com. Retrieved August 5, 2017.
  5. 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013
  6. Nelson, Dustin L. (August 20, 2016). "Buffalo Beauts Practice Players Announced for 2016-17 Season". The Hockey Writers. Retrieved June 6, 2017.
  7. Balf, Celia (March 14, 2017). "NWHL Awards recognizes the top players this season". Excelle Sports. Archived from the original on April 15, 2017. Retrieved June 7, 2017.
  8. Oliver, Nathaniel (June 5, 2017). "Beauts Re-Sign Goalie Neumann". The Hockey Writers. Retrieved June 7, 2017.
  9. "Qualifications & Procedures | Alpha Sigma Nu". www.alphasigmanu.org. Retrieved August 5, 2017.
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