River Kings Hockey

WHO ARE THE RIVERKINGS?

The Wisconsin Rapids Riverkings, a Junior Hockey team with the United States Premier Hockey League (USPHL), began operations on May 1, 2014. 

Led by Head Coach/GM Paul Pechmann, a man with drive, determination and dedication, the Wisconsin Rapids Riverkings look forward to many successful season while focusing on the development and advancement of our players to the next level.

The Riverkings home ice is at the South Wood County Recreation Center in Wisconsin Rapids.

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UPCOMING GAMES

February 2, 2024

VS MN Blue Ox

South Wood County Rec Center

7:00 PM

7:00 PM

February 3, 2024

VS MN Blue Ox

South Wood County Rec Center

7:00 PM

7:00 PM

2023-2024 TEAM LEADERS

Jake Bryceland

POINTS

Jake Brycland

#24 · Position: Forward

51

POINTS

1. Jake Bryceland

51

2. SJ LeComte

34

3. Owen Tutich

34

4. Bryce Cooper

26

5. William Chausse

23

Jake Bryceland

ASSISTS

Jake Bryceland

#24 · Position: Forward

28

ASSISTS

1. David Csemi

30

2. William Chausse

23

3. Owen Tutich

20

4. Shawn LeComte

19

5. Bryce Cooper

15

Xavier Beauchamp headshot

PIM

Xavier Beauchamp

#22 · Position: Defense

73

PIM

1. Xavier Beauchamp

73

2. Joel Texmo

62

3. SJ LeComte

44

4. Owen Atkins

41

5. Owen Tutich

40

SV%

Bora Yildirim

#29 · Position: Goalie

.950

SV%

1. Bora Yildirim

.950

2. Jude Ayling

.933

3. Henry Hunt

.917

MIDWEST WEST DIVISION STANDINGS

PosTeamGPWLOTPTS
1Hudson37288157
3MN Squatch372510252
2Wisconsin Rapid Riverkings36237652
5MN Moose361915240
6Steele County361617335
4MN Blue Ox372115143
7Dells Ducks391027222
8Isanti351024121
9MN Mullets35926018
PosTeamWL
1Hudson288
3MN Squatch2510
2Wisconsin
Rapid Riverkings
237
5MN Moose1915
6Steele County1617
4MN Blue Ox2115
7Dells Ducks1027
8Isanti1024
9MN Mullets926

2022-2023 ALL STARS

midwest west division

COACH PECHMANN'S LATEST INTERVIEWS

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HELP US UPGRADE OUR FACILITY

HELP US GET:

SHOWER ROOM & BATHROOM

TEAM VIDEO ROOM

TEAM EQUIPMENT & APPAREL STORAGE

LAUNDRY ROOM

GAME DAY OPERATIONS OFFICE

COACH'S OFFICE

Join our team and show your support by contributing to needed locker room updates. The Riverkings are seeking to raise $250,000 for immediate upgrades to the exisitng locker room.

As a supporter of the Riverkings, you can make a significant impact by making a donation of any amount towards this important project. These upgrades will not only benefit our players but also enhance the overall game-day experience for our fans.

Your donation will help us install new shower and bathroom facilities, a team video room, team equipment and apparel storage area, laundry room, new game day operations office, and new coaches office. With your help, we can create a more comfortable and functional space for our athletes to prepare for games and recover after practices.

In addition to contributing financially, there are other ways you can support this fundraising effort. Spread the word by sharing our campaign on social media or encouraging friends and family to donate. Every little bit helps us get closer to our goal.

Together, we can make this locker room upgrade a reality and ensure the Riverkings to thrive on and off the ice. Thank you for your support.

To make a donation or support this fundraising effort, please contact the Riverkings organization:

WR Riverkings
2711 16th Street South
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
919-561-4830
GM@RiverkingsHockey.com

LATEST NEWS

RIVERKINGS COACH PECHMANN NAMED NCDC ROCK SPRINGS MIDWESTERN SCOUTING DIRECTOR

Grizzlies announce Paul Pechmann as their Midwestern USA Scouting Director.

Paul played hockey at South Kent Selects Academy Prep School and then for the NCAA University of Connecticut Huskies in college…

RIVERKINGS USPHL PREMIER HOCKEY TEAM RECEIVES 2023 BEST OF WISCONSIN RAPIDS AWARD

August 30, 2023 — Wisconsin Rapids Riverkings – USPHL Premier Hockey has been selected for the 2023 Best of Wisconsin Rapids Award in the Ice hockey club category by the Wisconsin Rapids Award Program…

COACH PECHMANN NOMINATED FOR 2023 SPORTS COMMISSION MVP AWARD

Each year, the Wisconsin Rapids Area Sports Commission MVP Award acknowledges an individual that demonstrates commitment, creativity, and dynamic energy toward the growth of sports tourism in our community…

WISCONSIN RAPIDS RIVERKINGS COACH PECHMANN NAMED NCDC ROCK SPRINGS MIDWESTERN SCOUTING DIRECTOR

Grizzlies announce Paul Pechmann as their Midwestern USA Scouting Director.

Paul played hockey at South Kent Selects Academy Prep School and then for the NCAA University of Connecticut Huskies in college. He has been scouting for several years and has helped numerous players reach their goal of playing college hockey in the NCAA and ACHA.
Paul is currently the GM/Head Coach with the Wisconsin Rapid Riverkings in the USPHL Premier division.

GM Darren Naylor says Paul brings a wealth of scouting experience with him to the Grizzlies Hockey Club and will be playing a large role in helping the Grizzlies land top end prospects for years to come.

Welcome to the Grizzlies, Paul.

WISCONSIN RAPIDS RIVERKINGS USPHL PREMIER HOCKEY TEAM RECEIVES 2023 BEST OF WISCONSIN RAPIDS AWARD

August 30, 2023 — Wisconsin Rapids Riverkings – USPHL Premier Hockey has been selected for the 2023 Best of Wisconsin Rapids Award in the Ice hockey club category by the Wisconsin Rapids Award Program.

Each year, the Wisconsin Rapids Award Program identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and our community. These exceptional companies help make the Wisconsin Rapids area a great place to live, work and play.

Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2023 Wisconsin Rapids Award Program focuses on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the Wisconsin Rapids Award Program and data provided by third parties.

 

About Wisconsin Rapids Award Program

The Wisconsin Rapids Award Program is an annual awards program honoring the achievements and accomplishments of local businesses throughout the Wisconsin Rapids area. Recognition is given to those companies that have shown the ability to use their best practices and implemented programs to generate competitive advantages and long-term value.

The Wisconsin Rapids Award Program was established to recognize the best of local businesses in our community. Our organization works exclusively with local business owners, trade groups, professional associations and other business advertising and marketing groups. Our mission is to recognize the small business community’s contributions to the U.S. economy.

COACH PECHMANN NOMINATED FOR 2023 SPORTS COMMISSION MVP AWARD

Each year, the Wisconsin Rapids Area Sports Commission MVP Award acknowledges an individual that demonstrates commitment, creativity, and dynamic energy toward the growth of sports tourism in our community. A committee of previous MVP Award winners selects the next recipient. Past recipients of the MVP Award were chosen because they are the movers and shakers in our sports community. For more information about the Sports Commission and the MVP Award, visit http://www.VisitWisRapids.com/sportscommission.

 

The purpose of the award presentation is to increase awareness of local athletic / sport resources and highlight the impact of sports on our community and economy.

Reasons for Coach Paul Pechmann’s Nomination

Paul Pechmann has been and continues to be an advocate for both youth and men’s hockey, as well as the Wisconsin Rapids Area community overall. He works relentlessly to advocate for both local sports and the people in our community.

Through Paul’s leadership, the Wisconsin Rapids Riverkings, a Junior Hockey team with the United States Premier Hockey League (USPHL). have been engaged with several local charities and events. Some of these initiatives include taking part in United Way Day of Caring, supporting the Downtown Grand Affair Festival, visiting local schools, hosting a blood drive, participating in the Nekoosa Giant Pumpkin Fest, serving as mystery readers at Our Lady Queen of Heaven School and other local community and sporting events.

Coach Paul actively works with the local teams and the Sports Commission to support the local hockey program. He has contributed by sponsoring mini mite/mite program skates, youth hockey camps and opportunities for local youth to skate with the Riverking players.

Paul continues to seek opportunities to increase local participation, develop new teams, and one day bring larger hockey events, tournaments and showcases to the area. This also requires finding ways to improve and develop new facilities that will make Wisconsin Rapids a premier hockey destination.

While his positions as General Manager and Head Coach of the Wisconsin Rapids Riverkings, Paul’s credentials and results speak for themselves. Perhaps a better testament to his successes are the praise and support he and the team have received from the community. In addition, Riverkings players are actively recruited by college, NCDC, NAHL and various pro hockey leagues; a true testament to his coaching abilities and leadership skills.