Robert Morris rises ladies hockey team Student manager Spuzzillo to the new hockey activity coordinator of Colonials – College Hockey | Ucho.com

Robert Morris has announced the return of Sydney Spuzzillo to women’s hockey staff as the new coordinator of the hockey activities.

Spuzzillo spent this last season as a student manager of the team, the program mainly assisted from a equipment position and gained primary insight into the operational needs of the team.

“We are pleased to welcome Sydney back to RMU in this crucial role,” said RMU Head of Ladies Coach Logan Bittle in a statement. “Her passion for the game, her understanding of our program from her time as a student manager, and her various professional experiences make her an ideal fit. The dedication of Sydney to the team and her organizational skills will be invaluable because we continue to strive for excellence both on and outside the ice.

“We know that she will be a huge asset for our employees and our student athletes.”

Her journey in Hockey started at the age of 18 when she became a member of the ACHA D2 team of RMU on campus, where she served as an alternative captain.

Spuzzillo graduated in May 2023 with a double major in sports management and marketing, together with a sales certificate. During her last year she served as an intern of Hockey Operations for the Prime Minister Hockey Federation (PHF), where the majority of her work was remotely, with the highlight being the opportunity to work in Arizona. After graduating, she gained further experience in the Echl as a game operations intern at the Wheeling Nailers.

Spuzzillo also has a long-term bond with the Ohio Hockey project, where she worked for six years as director of administrative activities with Bri McLoughlin. This connection ultimately influenced her decision to return to RMU for her Master in Data analysis, while also joining the club hockey team.

On the side, Spuzzillo has demonstrated a dedication to grow the game at the level of the base, coaching ‘Learn to play hockey programs at RMU and for the Cleveland Mini Monsters.

“I am so excited to be back at RMU to work with the team again,” said Spuzzillo. “The team welcomed me with open arms in the family and it feels great to come home again.”