Jake Raleigh, born on November 26, 1996, in Raleigh, NC, USA, is a forward who has shown remarkable versatility and consistency throughout his hockey career. Standing at 5’9″ and weighing 165 lbs, Raleigh shoots right and has played for various teams across different leagues, including NCAA III, FPHL, and SPHL. His journey through college hockey at Post University and professional leagues like the Delaware Thunder, Mississippi Sea Wolves, Columbus River Dragons, Motor City Rockers, and the Macon Mayhem highlights his ability to adapt and perform consistently. Recently, on November 26, 2024, he was signed to an SPC with the Macon Mayhem.
College Career
Jake Raleigh played for Post University in NCAA III from 2017 to 2022. During his time there, he demonstrated consistent performance, contributing both offensively and defensively. In his freshman year (2017-18), he scored seven goals and four assists in 25 games. He improved his stats in the following seasons, with his best performance in the 2019-20 season, where he tallied 10 goals and nine assists in 26 games.
FPHL Career
Raleigh’s professional career in the FPHL began with the Delaware Thunder in the 2021-22 season, where he played four games and scored one goal. He then moved to the Mississippi Sea Wolves, where he had a standout season in 2022-23, scoring 24 goals and 31 assists in 51 games. His performance continued to be strong in the 2023-24 season with the Sea Wolves, contributing two points in four games. In the 2024-25 season, Raleigh has played for multiple teams, including the Columbus River Dragons and the Motor City Rockers.
SPHL Career
Raleigh had a brief stint with the Macon Mayhem earlier this month. He played one game on loan (November 2), where he recorded an assist in the second period (6:33) against the Birmingham Bulls. His assist set up a goal by Zach Tyson, who knocked in a rebound off Hayden Stewart’s blocker, providing Macon with the crucial insurance goal. The Mayhem would later securee a 4-1 victory in that match. Raleigh’s ability to contribute immediately underscores his value to the team.
Raleigh’s consistent performance throughout his career, both in college and professional leagues, underscores his ability to deliver steady contributions to his team. His immediate impact, evidenced by the assist in his first game with the Mayhem, highlights this. Swift integration is crucial for any mid-season acquisition, ensuring they can contribute to their team’s success right away. The Mayhem are currently on a two-game winning streak, so it will be interesting to see how quickly Raleigh can help add to the team’s success.
