Prep school hockey has benefits well beyond just moving up the hockey ladder. Look no further than Woburn, Mass., native Dan Ronan as living proof.
Ronan came from a blue-collar family and wanted to play at Belmont Hill for the hockey aspect, but he is still reaping the rewards of his experience at the prestigious all-boys prep school, despite his playing days being in the rearview mirror.
“For me, I grew up in Woburn. My dad was a carpenter who didn’t go to college. It was as much about hockey as it was education. At the time I didn’t realize all the benefits of going to a place like Belmont Hill,” said Ronan.
After starring at Belmont Hill and graduating in 1994, he went on to a successful college career at Boston University, playing for the legendary Jack Parker (Somerville, Mass.). The Terriers won a Hockey East championship and advanced to the NCAA tournament three times, including two appearances in the Frozen Four during his tenure on Commonwealth Ave.
Related Articles
Charlie Leddy becomes first ’04 to commit to Hockey East program
Lawrence Academy forward Riley Duran commits to Providence
