BOWLING GREEN, Ohio – The Hockey Commissioners Association has announced its National Players of the Month for December. Bowling Green's Austen Swankler was named HCA Player of the Month, adding to his accolades that include CCHA Forward of the Month. He registered six goals and nine assists, tying for the national lead. He totaled an NCAA-best 15 points in December. The sophomore scored in each game he played, extending his scoring streak to 12 games. In this span, he has nine goals and 12 assists for 21 points. Entering 2023, Swankler leads the conference and ranks fourth in the country in goals (14) and points (28).