Clarkson University Athletics

Abby Richardson joins Clarkson following a productive career with the North American Hockey Academy. The 5-foot-1 forward from Holbrook, New York, played for NAHA White 19U during the 2025–26 season, recording 38 goals and 38 assists for 76 points in 58 games. She also produced eight goals and 10 assists in 15 Junior Women’s Hockey League games.

Richardson elevated her play at the 2026 USA Hockey 19U National Championship, scoring four goals and adding an assist for five points in four games. She also represented Team Red at the 2025 USA Hockey Girls 16/17 Select Series.

Before moving to NAHA’s 19U team, Richardson enjoyed a breakout 2024–25 season with NAHA Red 16U, collecting 36 goals and 21 assists for 57 points in 57 games. Over her final three seasons at NAHA, she developed into a consistent scoring threat with the ability to finish opportunities and create offense for her linemates.

Richardson brings speed, offensive instincts and proven goal-scoring ability to the Golden Knights. She will wear number eight as she begins her freshman season at Clarkson in 2026–27.