University of Connecticut Athletics
Women's Hockey Announce Class of 2030
7/6/2026 10:23:00 AM | Women's Ice Hockey
STORRS, Conn. – UConn women's hockey head coach Chris MacKenzie has announced the class of 2030 on Monday afternoon. The class is composed of four forwards, two defenders, and one goaltender.
"We are excited to welcome the newest members to UConn," said MacKenzie. "They will add to an experienced group of returners as we look to continue our climb as a program."
Meet the Incoming Freshman Class
Laurie Aubin – Forward
Laurie Aubin joins the Huskies from Boisbriand, Quebec where she attended Stanstead College in Quebec. In 46 games last season, Aubin netted 34 goals and 49 assists. She helped lead Team Quebec to the 2025 U18 Women's National Championship, recording three goals and four assists at the tournament. Aubin also represented Team Canada at the 2026 IIHF U18 Women's World Championship. She played in all six games in the tournament, scoring three goals with seven assists.
Caprie Chaulk – Forward
Caprice Chaulk comes to UConn from Scarborough, Ontario. She attended Malvern Collegiate Institute in Toronto, Ontario. Chaulk played for the Durham West Junior Lightning for three seasons. In 118 games, she recorded 40 goals, and 30 assists. This past season, Chaulk played in six games for Team Ontario at the U18 Women's National Championship, recording one assist.
Grace Riley – Defense
Grace Riley arrives in Storrs from Winter Garden, Florida. She attended Phillips Exeter Academy in Exeter, New Hampshire for her junior and senior years. Last season, she served as team captain, scoring seven goals with 23 assists, guiding the team to the 2026 Patsy Odden Large School Championship, and earning All-NEPSAC honors. Prior to her time at Phillips Exeter, Riley played for the Florida Alliance for three seasons. She will be studying psychology.
Addison Stewart – Forward
Addison Stewart joins the Huskies from Wilmette, Illinois. She attended New Trier Township High School in Winnetka, Illinois, lettering all four seasons for her high school team. Stewart was a four-time All-State selection, receiving academic honors in each of her four years, and serving as team captain. She led her team to a state championship in 2025 and was named the tournament's MVP. Stewart played club hockey for the Chicago Mission where she led them to three straight state championships, and central district championships from 2024-26. She was named MVP of the 2026 Motor City Tournament. Stewart plans to study business at UConn.
Caileigh Tiller – Forward
Caileigh Tiller comes to UConn from St. Catharines, Ontario. She attended Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School in Ontario. Tiller played for the Burlington Barracudas for two seasons from 2024-2026. In 71 games played, she recorded 55 goals and 47 assists, averaging 1.42 points per game. Her 102 career points for the Barracudas ranks fourth in franchise history. Tiller has also represented Team Canada two times at the IIHF U18 Women's World Championship in 2025 and 2026. She scored six goals and dished out ten assists across 11 games played for Canada. She will be studying Allied Health Science.
Chelsea Tiller – Defense
Chelsea Tiller arrives in Storrs from St. Catharines, Ontario where she attended Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School. She played for the Burlington Barracudas from 2024-26, playing in 84 games, recording 16 goals and 59 assists. Tiller's 75 career points for the Barracudas are the most by a defender in franchise history. She recently played for Team Canada at the 2026 IIHF U18 Women's World Championship, playing in all six games, recording two assists. Tiller plans to study actuarial science and finance at UConn.
Amelia Wilkinson – Goaltender
Amelia Wilkinson joins the Huskies from Holland Landing, Ontario. She attended Bill Crothers Second School in Unionville, Ontario. In 2025-26, Wilkinson played for Durham West Lightning, helping lead the team to both the U22 Elite OWHA Provincial Championship and League Championship, where they earned silver medals in each competition. Wilkinson has represented her native Canada at the 2025 IIHF U18 Women's World Championship, leading the team to a gold medal finish while posting 0.50 goals against average with a .933 save percentage in two starts. She also won back-to-back National Championships for Team Ontario in 2023 and 2024, being named MVP of the tournament in each competition. She will be studying Exercise Science.
