Austin Defenseman Barnhill Makes College Commitment
July 7, 2026
The Austin Ice Bats of the North American 3 Hockey League are proud to announce that defenseman, Caden Barnhill, has committed to play ACHA Division II college hockey for Concordia University (Mequon, Wisconsin).
Barnhill spent one season in the NA3HL with the Austin Ice Bats. He appeared in 42 games during the regular season and an additional 5 games in the post season. He recorded 7 total points in the form of 7 assists.
His best performance from the year came on Dec. 16 against the Texas RoadRunners. He had two assists, aiding the Ice Bats in a 7-2 shutout victory over the RoadRunners.
Barnhill is one of six players from the Austin Ice Bats to make a college commitment this season.
