Nora Stepan, a defender for Augsburg University's women's hockey team, has been honored as a West Region second-team All-American by DIIIHockeyNews.com for the second consecutive year. This recognition adds to her impressive accolades, which include multiple All-American titles and the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Defensive Player of the Year. Stepan's stellar performance during her senior season had her leading the Auggies with 32 points, demonstrating her offensive prowess as a defender.

By the Numbers
  • 17 goals and 15 assists for 32 points led the MIAC scoring categories.
  • Stepan is tied for fourth in assists and had 12 multiple-point games in 27 games played.
  • Her 17 goals are the most among all NCAA Division III defenders and tied for 18th overall in all players.
State of Play
  • Augsburg finished the 2025-26 season with a 21-5-1 record, winning the MIAC regular-season championship.
  • The team qualified for the NCAA Division III national tournament for the second consecutive year.
What's Next

With Stepan graduating, Augsburg's focus will be on maintaining their competitive edge in women's hockey and developing the next generation of players. The team's ability to build on their recent success in the national tournament will be crucial in the coming seasons.

Bottom Line

Nora Stepan's accomplishments not only reflect her individual talent but also underscore Augsburg's growing presence in women's collegiate hockey. Her legacy sets a high bar for future players aiming to excel at a national level.