Niagara University Athletics

Why Niagara?
"I chose Niagara because of its good reputation both academically and athletically. The great hockey program and the small school atmosphere were a big part of my decision."

2008-09
Named to the CHA All-Academic Team...Set a new career-high in goals (2) and tied his career-high in points (4)...Appeared in career-high 29 games, including a career-high 15 CHA games...Finished the season with an even plus-minus rating.

2007-08
Named to the CHA All-Academic Team...Appeared in 16 games...Scored his first collegiate goal and an assist for two points on the year...finished the year with a +1 rating...Took six shots on the year.

2006-07
Saw time in 17 games…Totaled two helpers, including one in conference play, from the blueline…Tallied first career point with an assist in 6-2 win over Canisius...Dished out an assist and was +2 in victory over Robert Morris...Serevd five penalties for 10 minutes.

Before Niagara
Played for the Baystate Breakers of the Eastern Junior Hockey League (EJHL)...On the blueline for 45 games, scoring a goal and adding 12 assists for 13 points in 2005-06...Completed the season with 62 penalty minutes and was named a captain for the EJHL All-Star Team...Became known for being a very strong, physical defensemen in juniors.

Personal
Born in Strongsville, Ohio...Son of Tom and Judy Burichin...Has a younger brother, Bob, and a younger sister, Jane...Right shot...Majoring in business.