FAIRBANKS - The Alaska Nanooks hockey program has announced the addition of Liam Fleet. Fleet, a 6-2, 205-pound defenseman from Denver, Colo., joins the 'Nooks from Shreveport in the North American Hockey League (NAHL). 

"Liam is a smart, steady defenseman who makes a great first pass and defends with purpose," said head coach Erik Largen. "He plays a physical brand of hockey. He's a respectful, hard-working young man who brings a quiet confidence to our team. We are excited to welcome him to our family." Fleet spent three seasons with the Mudbugs in the NAHL, and appeared in two USHL games in the 2024-25 season. His career with Shreveport began in 2022-23; he skated in 47 games and posted seven points on a pair of goals and five assists. He also added three playoff points in eight games.

The next season was a career best for Fleet. He was named captain and appeared in 60 games. He totaled 31 points on seven goals and 24 assists. He skated in nine playoff games for the Mudbugs and tallied one point. In 2024-25, Fleet appeared in two games for the Youngstown Phantoms (USHL) before skating in 30 games for the Mudbugs. He had 12 points for Shreveport in his final season; he scored one goal and had 11 assists.

Fleet intends on studying business administration at UAF and is the 10th newcomer announced for the 2025-26 season. 

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