The Glenwood Springs Demons varsity hockey program is one of the most feared in 4A, only further emphasized by the release of the 2024-25 all-state and all-conference rosters.

Although the Demons fell short in the 4A state championship game against the Steamboat Springs Sailors in February there was no shortage of Glenwood Springs representatives on the honorary rosters that were released in April. 

“We can’t judge our season on one game,” Demons head coach Tim Cota said. “Obviously falling short in that last game was heartbreaking, but you have to look at the whole picture and not just one game.”

After shining all season, senior linemates Jacob Stockdill and Jacob Roggie were recognized on the Colorado High School Activities Association all-state teams, cementing themselves  as two of the top 20 best hockey players in 4A. 

Stockdill missed all of the 2023-24 season due to a torn ACL, but didn’t miss a step in his senior season. He came roaring back with a monstrous 2024-25 campaign. Scoring the ninth most goals in the state during the 24-25 campaign (20), Stockdill was named as one of three forwards on the first team all-state roster. 

“I would never be where I am without my linemates,” Stockdill said. “Beck and Roggie and all of my teammates have guided me to become better.”

Roggie, senior co-captain for the Demons and the No. 6 point getter in the state (39), was also named to the all-state roster as an honorable mention. 

“Everyone from parents, coaches, fans, and trainers were a part of not just mine, but the entire team’s success this season,” Roggie said. “We didn’t get the result that we’ve been chasing, but our season was still full of success and I’m proud of every person that was a part of it.”

The Demons found plenty of success close to home, dominating their in-division matchups with a commanding 13-1 record against the 4A Mountain League. Their stellar performance made life difficult for the all-conference selectors, who had the tough task of narrowing down the roster to just five standout Demons. Known for their defensive grit, the Demons consistently shut down opponents throughout the season—a strength that was clearly reflected in the All-Mountain League honors.

Stockdill and Roggie earned well-deserved spots on the All-Mountain League First Team, while Roggie’s fellow co-captain, senior defenseman Wylon Deter, led the way on the Second Team. The Demons’ last line of defense also received recognition, with senior defensemen Sam Rosenberg and Lucas Chartier earning honorable mentions, alongside standout freshman goaltender Isaac Zevin.

“It is really cool to see Sam get recognized for his season,” Roggie said. “Hockey is about so much more than goals and Sam really embodies that when he gets on the ice. I don’t know if I can remember a game where I didn’t tap him to say nice block or good play.”

Rosenberg and Chartier weren’t lighting up the score sheets every night, making monumental, yet intangible, impacts on the game. Along with Deter, Rosenberg and Chartier contributed in helping Zevin rack up the best goals allowed average in the state (1.513). 

“Those two are underestimated in the state about how defensively sound they play,” Cota said. He was excited about the potential that Zevin showed during his freshman campaign, but said there is always more work to be done.

“It is very comforting to know that he will be back there for the next three years,” Cota said. “But we have to keep working towards our goals. Him having the year that he had, especially with the experience that he gained — getting experience from good defenseman in front of him and the seniority from the team — certainly built his confidence and brought out the best of him.”

Although the Demons will hit the ice for the 2025-26 season without 10 key players from their state runner-up team due to graduation — including both captains and their top three point scorers — Cota is eager to see the underclassmen rise to the occasion and embrace larger roles on the team. 

“I expect big things out of all of our underclassmen coming up,” Cota said. “They had a great year of experience and they learned a lot., We expect to be back in the championship, but it is going to take a lot of hard work. The experience that all the young kids got this season is very valuable.”