Charlie Vukovic, a forward for the EHL’s Express Hockey Club, has committed to NCAA Division III Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts for the fall of 2025.

An 04’ out of Castaic, Vukovic is in his second year in the EHL. After registering seven points in his rookie season, Vukovic tripled those totals this year with 10 goals and 12 assists in all 46 games. The captain of his team, he hopes to lead his Express past the Seahawks in the second round of the East Division playoffs.

“Charlie, ‘aka Chuck,’ is a two-year player for us, and a very special person and player,” Express head coach Nic Cota said. “I will say that his determination to become a better hockey player and person has been extremely special to watch as his coach/mentor. Charlie is a huge example as to why we have had success as a team. He has led the team as captain in a very strong fashion and I couldn’t be more proud of him for that. Congratulations to the Vukovic family on Charlie’s commitment to play at MCLA. Selfishly, I’m extremely excited to keep him close as we will continue a lifelong friendship.”

Led by head coach Jeremiah Ketts, MCLA is loaded with former EHL talent, including former Express players Josh Girard and Addam Brunner.

“Moving out east and playing for the Express in the EHL has been an incredible experience,” Vukovic said. “I got to make friends, develop as a player, and make it to the next level. Competing in the EHL made me the most college ready while playing a good brand of hockey.

“Committing to MCLA is exciting because they play a hard brand and in my eyes, that will make it a great fit for me. The small ski town vibe reminds me of my hockey in Tahoe days and couldn’t be a better place for me geographically. I’m looking forward to my education and hockey era in D-III at MCLA. Roll Train.”

Back home, Vukovic skated for the Valencia Jr. Flyers, West Ranch High School and Tahoe Prep and in junior hockey for the Lake Tahoe Lakers of the USPHL.

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— EHL Staff

(March 27, 2025)