KALAMAZOO, Mich. – Western Michigan freshman goaltender Hampton Slukynsky was named the National Collegiate Hockey Conference (NCHC) Rookie of the Week, the league announced this afternoon. 

Slukynsky was terrific in Saturday's 6-1 victory over St. Cloud State, making 25 total saves. He finished the weekend with a 1-0-0 record, 1.00 goals against average and .962 save percentage. The rookie netminder also helped WMU's penalty kill unit go 2-for-2. 

The Los Angeles Kings draft pick made nine saves in each of the first two periods, ending the game with a seven-save third frame. Slukynsky has made 25 or more saves in eight of his 11 starts this season. 

His play on Saturday elevated him to a 6-4-1 record, 1.62 GAA and .942 save percentage. He has made 292 total saves. He leads the NCHC and is third in the nation in both GAA and save percentage this season. 

Slukynsky and the Broncos remain at home this weekend for a pivotal series against Omaha. Puck drop for Friday's series opener is set for 7 PM EST. For tickets, visit WMUBroncos.com/Tickets.