Stephenson helped the Blugolds to two wins over UW-Stout to open the season. Playing 120 minutes, he stopped 52 shots and gave up just three goals. In a 4-2 win over the Blue Devils on Oct. 26, Stephenson recorded 30 saves, while giving up two goals in the third period. On Oct. 27, he stopped 22 shots, giving up just one goal in the first period as the Blugolds went on to win 4-1.
Also nominated:
UW-River Falls, George Malliaras, Sophomore, Defenseman, Palos Hills, Ill.
UW-Stevens Point, Kevin Gibson, Sophomore, Grosse Point, Mich. (Michigan Warriors)
UW-Superior, Pat Dalbec, Junior, Forward, Superior, Wis. (Senior)