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UNH Commits Update 11-13-2024: Spotlight on Goalie Eliot Seguin-Lescarbeau

Eliot Seguin-Leacarbeau (G)
2025 UNH Commit

Player Spotlight

Eliot Seguin-Leacarbeau Goalie, 6'2.5", 195 lbs. Catches Left
Hometown: St-Jérôme, Quebec, Canada
DOB: September 14, 2005; 19 years, 2 months
Neutral Zone Rating: 3.75 out of 5 Stars
2024-25 Team: Des Moines Buccaneers (USHL)
Committed to UNH on May 31, 2024 at Age 18 years, 8 months.

Neutral Zone Scouting Report
USHL Game Report, November 9, 2024

"The 2005 born Quebec native has a composed stance and strong set of fundamentals. Once moving his tendency of reaching to try to beat plays reduces his power and creates holes on the ice and through his body. When he stays condensed and composed the game come easy. He controls rebounds well with an active stick and can use his 6’3′ frame to trap pucks. He takes scans of the ice very frequently to identify threats and maintains his feet and mobility as much as possible. Gaining depth when necessary but tending to deepen in his crease and retreat towards the goal line losing his size and not setting his feet. A tough start to the season* but a solid foundation to his game, we will see how Seguin-Lescarbeau progresses through the season."

*NOTE: Last season Seguin-Leacarbeau played in 38 (26-7-1) of the 60 regular season games for the Shreveport Mudbugs in the North American Hockey League. Shreveport finished with the 5th most points in the 35-team league. Seguin-Leacarbeau's 1.99 Goals Against Average was the 4th lowest among all NAHL goalies.
During the off season Seguin-Leacarbeau signed with the Des Moines Buccaneers in the United States Hockey League. The 16-team USHL is the top junior league in America. Both the Bucs and Seguin-Leacarbeau have had a rough start to the 2024-25 season. After 14 games Des Moines has the second fewest points in the USHL. So far Seguin-Leacarbeau has played in 8 games (2-6-0) and his 4.08 GAA is the second highest in the USHL.

Youth & Junior Hockey Statistics

Player	Season	Team	League	GP	Win	Loss	Tie	GAA	SV%	SO
Eliot Seguin-Leacarbeau (G)	2024-25	Des Moines Buccaneers	USHL	8	2	6	0	4.08	.855	0
	2023-24	Shreveport Mudbugs	NAHL	38	26	7	1	1.99	.925	4
			Playoffs	8	4	3	1	2.11	.919	1
	2022-23	Collège Lionel-Groulx Nordiques	Quebec College HL	22	12	8	0	2.68	.914	1
			Playoffs	3	1	2	0	3.67	.884	0
	2021-22	Saint-Eustache Vikings	QM 18AAA	21	12	7	0	2.41	.901	4
			Playoffs	3	0	3	0	2.64	.904	0

UNH Commits 2024-25 Statistics

Player	NZ Stars**	Team	League	GP	Goals	Asst	Pts	PIM	+/-
2025 Commits
Sebastian Bradshaw 5/26/05 (F)	3.75	Langley Rivermen	BCHL	3	0	1	1	2	-
		Coquitlam Express	BCHL	14	1	2	3	6	-
Reid Conn* 2/2/04 (D)	3.75	Chicago Steel	USHL	16	3	1	4	29	+4
Connor DeTurris 10/8/04 (F)	3.75	Nanaimo Clipper	BCHL	16	4	5	9	6	-
Conner de Haro* 10/17/05 (D)	3.75	Youngstown Phantoms	USHL	14	2	5	7	2	+4
Ryan Philbrick* 6/20/04 (D)	3.75	Salmon Arms Silverbacks	BCHL	6	2	3	5	0	-
Eliot Séguin-Lescarbeau 9/14/05 (G)	3.75	Des Moines Buccaneers	USHL	8	2	6	0	4.08	.855
2025 or '26 Commits
Price Grimes* 1/28/06 (D)	3.5	Chilliwack Chiefs	BCHL	17	1	0	0	20	-
Kole Hyles* 1/16/06 (F)	3.75	Cedar Rapids RoughRiders	USHL	13	2	3	5	2	-4
Luca Primerano* 3/17/05 (F)	3.5	Cowichan Valley Capitals	BCHL	17	8	11	19	9	-
Jack Sadowski* 7/29/06 (F)	3.75	Cedar Rapids RoughRiders	USHL	10	0	1	1	6	-3
2026 Commits
Jesse Allecia 10/12/05 (F)	3.5	Alberni Valley Bulldogs	BCHL	17	4	5	9	4	-
		Yale Junior Bulldogs 18U	USA 18U Nationals	6	1	1	2	2	-
Geno Carcone 11/14/06 (F)	3.75	Green Bay Gamblers	USHL	14	1	7	8	23	-4
Ryan Grout 8/15/07 (G)	4.0	Salmon Arms Silverbacks	BCHL	10	6	3	0	2.19	.919
Nikita Konevych 6/3/06 (D)	NR	Corpus Christi IceRays	NAHL	5	0	0	0	29	-2
		Cedar Rapids RoughRiders	USHL	2	0	0	0	2	+1
Niko Tournas 2/17/06 (F)	4.0	Danbury Hat Tricks	NAHL	17	11	9	20	20	+4
2026 or '27 Commits
George McCaffrey 1/2/07 (F)	3.5	Long Island Gulls 18U	Beast 18U	8	1	3	4	2	-
		MidFairfield Rangers 16U	USA 16U Nationals	4	1	1	2	2	-
		New England District	USA Selects 17	6	1	5	6	2	-
Jayden Connors 2/26/07 (D)	3.75	Prince George Spruce Kings	BCHL	16	0	4	4	4	-
Pavel Martinu 12/20/07 (F)	3.0	Seacoast Performance Academy 18U	18U AAA	22	9	14	23	20	-
2027 Commits
Blake Cash 5/9/08 (F)	3.25	Seacoast Performance Academy 16U	16U AAA	26	19	30	49	0	-
		Seacoast Spartans	USA 15 Only Nationals	4	0	1	1	1.5	-
* = Signed Binding Written Offer
** = Neutral Zone 5-Star Rating

NOTE
The statistics for the commits, presented in the above table, are categorized by the projected year they will enroll in UNH. For example, I project the "2025 Commits" will begin playing for UNH in the Fall of 2025. My projections projections are based on the following factors:
~ Number of UNH players leaving the team at the end of the previous season and the position they played.
~ Number of incoming transfer players and the position they play.
~ If a National Letter of Intent has been signed.
~ The year the commit and UNH coaches originally targeted for enrollment in UNH.
~ How old the commit would be upon admission.
~ Number of years in junior hockey and remaining years of junior eligibility.
~ The commit's performance in recent seasons as well as injuries.
~ Anticipated date of high school graduation.

UNH Commits Update 10-29-2024: Recent Scouting Reports

Ryan Philbrick (D)
2025 UNH Commit

Ryan Grout (G)
2026 UNH Commit

Niko Tournas (F)
2026 UNH Commit

Recent Neutral Zone Evals of UNH Commits

Since the start of the 2024-25 season Neutral Zone scouts have been in junior hockey arenas throughout North America evaluating players. At the North American Hockey League Showcase in late September they assessed 503 players. In early October they scouted 6 British Columbia Hockey League games and reported on 63 players. The performance of 3 UNH commits were included in these player evaluations.

RYAN PHILBRICK (D) - Neutral Zone 3.75 Star Rating

"(D, L, 6’0″, 180, Salmon Arm Silverbacks, 06/20/2004, New Hampshire) – Philbrick was very good in this game. He is a very mobile defender who does a lot of things well. His mobility was on display at both ends, as he excels in one-on-one situations down low, while also showing a willingness to lead or jump into the offense."

RYAN GROUT (G) - Neutral Zone 4.0 Star Rating

"(G, L, 5’11”, 166, Salmon Arm Silverbacks, 08/15/2007, New Hampshire) – Grout had a shutout and was solid in this game, making several very good stops when called upon, although he did not face many shots. His numbers so far are impressive. He remains calm when there is traffic in front of him and tracks pucks well during scrambles, maintaining control in these situations. Overall, he looked very comfortable and confident. Although he is not very big, he is listed at 5’11”."

NIKO TOURNAS (F) - Neutral Zone 4.0 Star Rating

"(RW, R, 6’2″, 188, Danbury Hat Tricks, 02/17/2006, New Hampshire) – Niko played with a strong frame and exhibited quality puck control, allowing him to separate from defenders. He showcased sophisticated puck shielding while moving under pressure around his net. The 2006 easily alleviated pressure, calmly creating plays along the wall to get pucks to the interior of the zone."

"His reach and strength combined with clever hands and smart decision-making with possession were impressive. He slipped passes through legs and opponent triangles at top speed, as well as while standing on the power play. He displayed a precise stick blade and used indirect and saucer passes effectively. He backchecked hard, stopping a line rush with a big hit before returning to his end. Soon after, against Corpus Christi, he played point on the power play, where he snapped passes and hammered home one-timers."

"The UNH commit has slick hands in space and employed simple “X” crosses with his linemates to confuse opponents. Tournas was tough along the wall while also demonstrating a highly creative element. He picked up an assist in two games but consistently directed pucks on net. While he is not the fastest player and missed a few passes, he showed a powerful stride that allowed him to power past contact and protect the puck. However, he needs to be more persistent when he loses possession, as he was not determined enough in those moments. With a high ceiling and the tools to make an impact at the DI level, he has great potential."

2024-25 Statistics

Player	NZ Stars**	Team	League	GP	Goals	Asst	Pts	PIM	+/-
2025 Commits
Sebastian Bradshaw 5/26/05 (F)	3.75	Coquitlam Express	BCHL	13	1	2	3	6	-
Reid Conn* 2/2/04 (D)	3.75	Chicago Steel	USHL	13	2	0	2	23	-1
Connor DeTurris 10/8/04 (F)	3.75	Nanaimo Clipper	BCHL	12	4	4	8	6	-
Conner de Haro* 10/17/05 (D)	3.75	Youngstown Phantoms	USHL	10	2	4	6	2	+4
Ryan Philbrick* 6/20/04 (D)	3.75	Salmon Arms Silverbacks	BCHL	6	2	3	5	0	-
Eliot Séguin-Lescarbeau 9/14/05 (G)	3.75	Des Moines Buccaneers	USHL	7	2	5	0	3.89	.855
2025 or '26 Commits
Price Grimes* 1/28/06 (D)	3.5	Chilliwack Chiefs	BCHL	12	1	0	0	18	-
Luca Primerano* 3/17/05 (F)	3.5	Cowichan Valley Capitals	BCHL	13	5	8	13	7	-
Jack Sadowski* 7/29/06 (F)	3.75	Cedar Rapids RoughRiders	USHL	8	0	1	1	4	-2
2026 Commits
Jesse Allecia 10/12/05 (F)	3.5	Alberni Valley Bulldogs	BCHL	13	2	4	6	4	-
		Yale Junior Bulldogs 18U	USA 18U Nationals	6	1	1	2	2	-
Geno Carcone 11/14/06 (F)	3.75	Green Bay Gamblers	USHL	10	1	4	5	4	-3
Ryan Grout 8/15/07 (G)	4.0	Salmon Arms Silverbacks	BCHL	8	5	2	0	1.86	.932
Kole Hyles 1/16/06 (F)	3.75	Cedar Rapids RoughRiders	USHL	10	0	2	2	2	-4
Nikita Konevych 6/3/06 (D)	NR	Cedar Rapids RoughRiders	USHL	2	0	0	0	0	+1
Niko Tournas 2/17/06 (F)	4.0	Danbury Hat Tricks	NAHL	13	9	5	14	14	+3
2026 or '27 Commits
George McCaffrey 1/2/07 (F)	3.5	Long Island Gulls 18U	Beast 18U	8	1	3	4	2	-
		MidFairfield Rangers 16U	USA 16U Nationals	4	1	1	2	2	-
		New England District	USA Selects 17	6	1	5	6	2	-
Jayden Connors 2/26/07 (D)	3.75	Prince George Spruce Kings	BCHL	12	0	2	2	2	-
Pavel Martinu 12/20/07 (F)	3.0	Seacoast Performance Academy 18U	18U AAA	20	9	13	22	8	-
2027 Commits
Blake Cash 5/9/08 (F)	3.25	Seacoast Performance Academy 16U	16U AAA	20	13	21	34	0	-
		Seacoast Spartans	USA 15 Only Nationals	4	0	1	1	1.5	-
* = Signed National Letter of Intent
** = Neutral Zone 5-Star Rating

NOTE
The statistics for the commits, presented in the above table, are categorized by the projected year they will enroll in UNH. For example, I project the "2025 Commits" will begin playing for UNH in the Fall of 2025. My projections projections are based on the following factors:
~ Number of UNH players leaving the team at the end of the previous season and the position they played.
~ Number of incoming transfer players and the position they play.
~ If a National Letter of Intent has been signed.
~ The year the commit and UNH coaches originally targeted for enrollment in UNH.
~ How old the commit would be upon admission.
~ Number of years in junior hockey and remaining years of junior eligibility.
~ The commit's performance in recent seasons as well as injuries.
~ Anticipated date of high school graduation.

Ryan Grout - UNH Hockey Goalie of the Future

Ryan Grout (G)
2025 or '26 UNH Commit

" Ryan is a technical goaltender that makes a ton of positional saves where he is in the right spots to make it look simple." Neutral Zone, May, 2022

Ryan Grout Goalie, 5'11", 166 lbs. Catches Left
Hometown: St. Albert, Alberta
DOB: August 15, 2007; 17 years, 2 months
Neutral Zone Rating: 4.0 out of 5 Stars
2024-25 Team: Salmon Arm Silverbacks (British Columbia Hockey League)
Committed to UNH on January 25, 2024 at Age 16 years, 5 months.
2024 USHL Draft: Selected in 16th Round (#239 Overall) by Green Bay Gamblers

2023 & 2024 Highlight Reel

The first two highlights show key saves by Ryan Grout in a Salmon Arm Silverbacks' over time win against the Trail Smoke Eaters on December 1, 2023. It was Grout's 8th game in his rookie season in the British Columbia Hockey League.

The remaining highlights are from Grout's first shutout in the 2024-25 season; a 4-0 win over the Vernon Vipers on October 4, 2024. The Neutral Zone game report shown at the end of this article described his overall play during that game.

Interview

I had an opportunity to interview Ryan Grout, 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?

Ryan Grout: I became very interested in UNH after I first talked to Glenn Stewart early last season in Salmon Arm. Being from Western Canada, I never really got exposure to teams out east. But after talking with Glenn, I learned a lot more about UNH.

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

Ryan Grout: One of the main reasons I decided to pick UNH was the amazing coaching staff and the culture. I started talking with the goalie coach Sean Maguire and really connected with him. I love his approach to the position and believe I can learn a lot from him.

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?

Grout: UNH was the only school I visited and was the main one I talked to during my process. After visiting, meeting all the coaches in person and seeing the culture they are building, I knew UNH is where I wanted to be.

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?

Grout: As of right now, there is no set date. My job is just just focus on this year with Salmon Arm and perform to the best of my ability, then go from there.

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

Grout: A lot of people think that goalies must be over 6”3 to be good. I’m not there yet height wise, so I have to make up for it in my other areas of the game, in my skating, play reading, and a high compete level. My job is to just stop the puck, no matter what the height sheet says.

For my areas to improve, I believe all areas of the game are things you should always be getting better at. Also little things that make big differences, like puck handling, communication to my defence, and many more.

Lowry: In your first season of junior hockey last year you posted a 11-3-0 record with the Salmon Arm Silverbacks. Among all BCHL goalies who played at least 15 games, you had the 6th best GAA (2.23) and 6th highest Save% (.926). The average age of BCHL players is over 18 years old and some are as old as 21. As a 16-year-old goalie, what were some of the challenges of facing so much older and more mature players?

Grout: The main challenges were the difference in speed and size. When you get to playing guys that are 3-4 years older than you, you really get a sense of the next level. I found it a very enjoyable experience and loved being pushed every day.

Lowry: Are there junior hockey leagues in America you would consider playing in before you enroll in college?

Grout: Currently, I am just focusing on this season and my time in Salmon Arm. The present is my main focus right now and I am just excited to get things going in Salmon Arm.

Lowry: When do you plan to graduate from high school? What are your academic strengths and interests? Have you thought about what you might major in when you enroll at UNH?

Grout: I’m graduating this year. My main academic strength is my attention to detail in my work. I enjoy language arts, and last year I took a high school business course that I really enjoyed. At UNH, I have taken a great interest in their business school and am thinking of enrolling into that.

Neutral Zone Scouting Reports

BCHL Games Report, October 17, 2024

"Grout had a shutout and was solid in this game, making several very good stops when called upon, although he did not face many shots. His numbers so far are impressive. He remains calm when there is traffic in front of him and tracks pucks well during scrambles, maintaining control in these situations. Overall, he looked very comfortable and confident. Although he is not very big, he is listed at 5’11”."

Alberta Cup, May 14, 2022

"Grout had a dominant weekend for Alberta Gray as he led the tournament in GAA at 1.63 only allowing 5 goals on 91 shots, posting 2 shutouts in his 3 games played, also carrying a .945 SV%. He did have a tough night in his last game against black letting up 5 goals on 31 shots but was in total control early on in the tournament."

"Ryan is a technical goaltender that makes a ton of positional saves where he is in the right spots to make it look simple. Grout moves swiftly around his crease with solid pushes, getting to his post before attacking angles. He likes to play at the top of his crease and challenge shooters, taking away anywhere to shoot and swallows up pucks. Grout competes in his own crease and gets eyes on pucks through traffic, tracking them into his body. Pucks do not slip through Ryan as he stays composed within himself."