Jerry D'Amigo had an outstanding beginning to the World Junior Tournament in Saskatoon, scoring two goals and assisting on another goal in the USA's 7-3 victory over Slovakia on Saturday.
The Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute freshman and Binghamton native was named the Player of the Game for his efforts.
"Pretty good start for him," said a proud RPI coach Seth Appert.
The U.S. also won on Sunday, 3-0 over Switzerland and will play Latvia on Tuesday.
Meanwhile, the rest of the Engineers lodged in London, Ont. on Sunday night and will arrive in Detroit for the Great Lakes Invitational today at about 12:15 p.m.
They will practice at Joe Louis Arena two hours later.