Zachary Longnecker

PLAYER SNAPSHOT

Name: Zachary Longnecker

Hometown: Minneapolis, MN

Date of Birth: October 20, 2006

Born: Minneapolis, MN

Citizenship: American 🇺🇸

Position: Forward (F)

Shoots: Right

Height / Weight: 6'3" / 180 lbs

Current Team: Sheridan Hawks

League: NA3HL

Graduation Year: 2025

NCAA Eligibility: Registered

Advisor: AJ Bucchino, Stu Ronsberg

BIO

A relentless two-way forward who brings tenacity both on and off the puck. Zachary combines strong vision with consistent scoring ability, finding ways to put the puck in the back of the net while excelling in all three zones. Known for his reliability, work ethic, and willingness to do the little things—blocking shots, winning battles, and being dependable in any situation. His coachable nature and competitive drive make him the type of player who earns respect through hard work and consistency.

NOTABLE:

Started hockey journey at age 3 on outdoor rink built by his father

Made difficult decision to leave home senior year to continue development

MY STORY

1. WHERE I STARTED

"My hockey journey started at a young age on outdoor rink my Dad built for me when I was 3 years old. From the moment I stepped on the ice, I fell in love with the game and committed myself to constant improvement. Every level I've played at has helped shape me into the player I am today."

2. CHALLENGES I'VE FACED

"I've had to fight through a lot of adversity to get where I am—whether it was not making Bantam AA my freshman year or making the tough decision to leave home my senior year to keep developing somewhere new. Every setback has just made me more motivated to prove myself and keep pushing toward the player I want to become."

3. WHAT DRIVES ME

"What drives me as a hockey player is the constant pursuit of improvement and the feeling of pushing my limits every time I step on the ice. I'm motivated by my love for the game, the competitive grind, and the bond I share with my teammates. I take pride in doing the little things right blocking shots, winning battles, and being reliable in all zones."

4. WHERE I'M HEADED

"My short-term goals are to keep improving my game every day. I want to be a reliable player my coaches can trust in any situation and continue developing my role as a two-way forward. My long-term goal is to play at the highest level, whether that's junior, college, or beyond."

5. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

"I want coaches and scouts to know I'm coachable, and I compete hard. I show up every day ready to work, get better, and set the tone by how I carry myself."

STATS

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Zachary Longnecker - Stats, Contract, Salary & More

Eliteprospects.com hockey player profile of Zachary Longnecker, 2006-10-19 MN, USA USA. Most recently in the NA3HL with Sheridan Hawks. Complete player biography and stats.

https://www.eliteprospects.com/player/882621/zachary-longnecker

RECRUITMENT GOALS & PREFERENCES

Open to: NAHL, USHL, NCAA Division I, NCAA Division III

Willing to relocate: Yes

Advisors: AJ Bucchino, Stu Ronsberg

ACADEMICS

School: Stillwater High School

GPA: 3.656

SAT / ACT: To be scheduled

Honors: N/A

Graduation Year: 2025

Transcript: Available upon request

SOCIAL MEDIA

Instagram: @zach_longnecker22

Instagram (@zach_longnecker22)

Instagram photos and videos

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SCOUTING REPORT

A reliable two-way forward with excellent size and vision. Excels at finding scoring opportunities while maintaining strong defensive responsibility. Known for his willingness to do the little things and compete in all situations.

Strengths: Vision, Two-Way Play, Reliability, Work Ethic, Compete Level, Size

Growth Areas: Continued physical development, consistency at higher levels

TESTIMONIALS

"I want to be the kind of player that makes a difference every shift and earns the respect of my coaches and teammates through hard work and consistency."

"Zachary embodies everything you want in a hockey player—size, skill, and an unmatched work ethic. His willingness to leave home and challenge himself shows the kind of character and commitment that separates good players from great ones. He's the type of two-way forward who makes everyone around him better."

— AJ Bucchino, Advisor

References Available:

JJ Santagata - (516) 554-3851

Cody Corbett - (715) 440-4488

CONTACT

Preferred method of contact:

Email: Zachjlongnecker@gmail.com

Advisor Contacts:

AJ Bucchino - aj@maphockey.net | (603) 540-5719

Stu Ronsberg - stu.playersacademy@gmail.com | (651) 757-6708