Bismarck forward Taylor makes NCAA DI commitment

Bismarck forward Ryan Taylor played in the 2021 and 2019 NAHL Top Prospects Tournaments.

The Bismarck Bobcats of the North American Hockey League (NAHL) are pleased to announce that Top Prospects forward Ryan Taylor has committed to play NCAA Division I hockey for Clarkson University in the ECAC.

Taylor, 21, Is in his third season playing in the NAHL for the Bobcats and fourth season of junior hockey overall. The 6’3/190 lbs. native of St. Louis, MO, has appeared in nine regular season games so far during the 2021-22 season and recorded 14 points.

Taylor was recently honored as the Central Division Star of the Week for February 28-March 6, as he recorded six points in two wins, which included four goals and two assists.

“Proud to announce my commitment to further my education and play division 1 hockey at Clarkson University! Thank you to my family, friends, teammates, and coaches who have helped me get to this point!” stated Taylor.

During the 2020-21 season, Taylor recorded 41 points (19 goals, 22 assists) in 48 regular season games and had four points in six Robertson Cup Playoff games.

He was also selected to and played in the 2021 and 2019 NAHL Top Prospects Tournaments, where he had three goals in four games during both events.

In 115 career NAHL games, Taylor has recorded 87 points.

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