Oakland Adds Forward James Clapp

by | Mar 28, 2025 | Oakland ACHA DI Hockey News

Rochester, MI- Oakland ACHA DI Hockey general manager Corey Hagood is pleased to announce that forward James Clapp has committed to Oakland. Clapp comes to Oakland from Troy United (USHS) and becomes the ninth commit in the 2026-26 recruiting class.

“I’m excited to continue my education and play hockey for Oakland.” Clapp said.

“I’m excited to play and grow as a player with this program. “I decided to continue playing here because of the community that there is, and I can’t wait to see what happens next with this team.”

Oakland is happy Clapp chose to commit. “We are thrill to have James be part of our organization.Oakland assistant coach Cole Helgemo stated. “He trust us in his development and that’s exactly what we are set out to help him with.”

On the Ice, Clapp will use his hockey IQ to make an impact on both ends of the ice. “I’m a two-way forward and I like to emphasize my play in the defense zone. I use my knowledge of the game to make smart plays in both ends of the ice.”

The recruitment process was made easy by the coaching staff. “The coaching staff has been great to work with, Coach Nick (Mammel) has been super helpful with providing more information for the program.” Clapp added.

Clapp is studying accounting and finance.

Oakland ACHA DI Hockey 2025 Recruiting Class Position
Alessandro NicastroForward
Ethan JordanGoalie
Tyler ShinavierForward
Joe BorroDefenseman
Joe AielloForward
Owen LemieuxGoalie
Patrick CzarneckiDefenseman
James Clapp Forward
Luca CottoneDefenseman
Conner GibsonForward
CJ PanichDefenseman
Antonio CarlisiForward
Jack AndersonForward
Jonah SternGoalie
Connor CarrollGoalie
Cade KeiselForward
Brody GibbForward

Graphic By Oakland Hockey Alum Joseph Guenther