UNH Commit Jesse Allecia: A Long, Strong Right-Shot Forward

Jesse Allecia (F) 2025 or '26 UNH Commit

"Jesse is a long, strong, right-shot forward who plays a detailed, direct game...High compete level and motor and limit(s) time and space for opponents." Neutral Zone, January, 2024

Jesse Allecia Forward, 6'1", 183 lbs. Shoots Right Hometown: New York, New York DOB: October 12, 2005; 18 years, 6 months Neutral Zone Rating: 3.5 out of 5 Stars 2023-24 Teams: Salisbury School (New England Prep)/Yale Jr. Bulldogs 18U (18U AAA) Committed to UNH on April 10, 2022 at Age 18 years, 6 months.

2023-24 Highlight Reel

Jesse Allecia lead the Salisbury School in scoring with 17 goals 8 assists in 26 games. Two of his scoring strengths are going strong to the net and a quick release on his wrist shots. This highlight reel shows several of Allecia's goals from the 2023-24 New England Prep season.

Interview

I had an opportunity to interview Jesse Allecia, via email, about his hockey career and commitment to UNH:

Mike Lowry: Congratulations on your commitment to play for the University of New Hampshire. How did you first become interested in UNH?

Jesse Allecia: UNH is a historic school and a historic hockey program. With countless NHL players coming through the program, it was always a school and a hockey program I wanted to go to. The coaching, campus, and people were all highly praised by people around me.

Mike Lowry: What are the main reasons you chose to commit to UNH?

Jesse Allecia: The coaching staff was a huge part of my decision. Their interest, intelligence, and experience were all important in my decision. Also, when I was on campus and in the rink, I just had this gut feeling that this was the place for me.

Lowry: What other college programs did you consider during the recruiting process? Which schools did you visit and which ones made an offer to you?

Allecia: I talked to some other Hockey East schools, but none of them were as interesting, enticing, and exciting as UNH. I was just so intrigued by the history of UNH and it’s hockey program.

Lowry: Have you and the UNH coaches agreed on a target date for you to enroll as a freshman at UNH and join the team?

Allecia: The idea is that there is a two year junior window; however, if I play well and it is the right time to come in, I will come in after one year. It is all about coming in at the right time for both the team and myself.

Lowry: At this stage in your development, what are the main strengths of your game? What areas are you trying to improve?

Allecia: My skating, speed, and puck protection are all strengths of my game. As well, how dynamic I am as a player is a strength for me. I want to work on the skills that will transfer to the next level of hockey and refine them.

Lowry: You recently completed your senior season at the Salisbury School scoring 17 goals 8 assists in 26 games. You lead the team in goals and points. Salisbury advanced to the Elite 8 semifinals falling to #1 KUA. Which North American junior hockey leagues are you considering for next season? Have any junior teams shown an interest in you?

Allecia: At the moment, I am considering the USHL and BCHL as prime spots for my development and contribution to the programs. I am talking to some teams from both leagues.

Lowry: Over the last two springs, you had opportunities to compete against the top 2005-born US players at the 2023 and '24 USA Hockey 18U National Championships. You scored a total of 4 goals, 3 assists over 11 games for the Yale Jr. Bulldogs 18U team (2024 Runnerup). How do you think your skills compare with the other top forwards born in 2005?

Allecia: I am completely confident in my skills and play against other 05’s, but also know there is still room to improve, adapt, and grow.

Lowry: What are your academic strengths and interests? Have you thought about what you might major in when you enroll at UNH?

Allecia: I have an interest in psychology, but frankly I am not sure yet and need to have some important conversations to determine that.

Neutral Zone Scouting Report

2024 Flood-Marr Tournament (New England Prep), January, 2024

"Jesse is a long, strong, right-shot forward who plays a detailed, direct game. He added a goal and one assist in the four games here. The late 2005 is tough to knock off the puck and keeps his feet moving to get to spots. He gets pucks deep and takes good angles to pressure defenders into mistakes. High compete level and motor and limited time and space for opponents. He works hard in his own zone and was strong on the puck."

"He has average puck skills but uses his reach well to keep pucks out of reach of defenders. He gets to the net and is not afraid to play through contact to get to scoring spots. He has a strong upper body to fight off pressure. He scored a slick goal in one viewing after driving wide, using his body to fend off a defender, and wrapping the puck around the net after freezing the goalie. He has a quick release on his shot and gets to scoring areas. Smart and will get to shooting areas just before the puck does."

Youth & Prep School Hockey Statistics

Player	Season	Team	League	GP	Goals	Asst	Pts	PIM
Jesse Allecia (F)	2023-24	Salisbury School	New England Prep	26	17	8	25	-
		Yale Jr. Bulldogs 18U	18U AAA	30	13	25	-	-
			BEAST 18U	8	2	3	5	0
			USA 18U Nationals	6	1	1	2	2
	2022-23	Salisbury School	New England Prep	28	4	4	8	-
		Yale Jr. Bulldogs 18U	18U AAA	30	7	8	15	-
			USA 18U Nationals	5	3	2	5	-
	2021-22	Deerfield Academy	New England Prep	24	4	8	12	-
		Yale Jr. Bulldogs 16U	BEAST 16U	-	-	-	-	-
	2020-21	Deerfield Academy	New England Prep	5	0	0	0	-
		Springfield Rifles 15U	BEAST 15U	-	-	-	-	-
	2019-20	Midfairfield Rangers 14U	14U AAA	-	-	-	-	-