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Semptimphelter Named ECHL Goaltender of the Month for December

By Yakiri Thomas / January 6, 2026

Atlanta Gladiators goaltender T.J. Semptimphelter has been named the Warrior Hockey ECHL Goaltender of the Month for December, the league announced.

Semptimphelter was dominant between the pipes, going 5-0-0 with a 1.60 goals-against average and a .944 save percentage across five appearances during the month. The 23-year-old allowed two goals or fewer in all five outings and turned aside at least 28 shots in three games, consistently giving Atlanta a chance to win every night.

Under contract with the Milwaukee Admirals of the American Hockey League, Semptimphelter has been a difference-maker for the Gladiators this season. He owns an 11-3-0 record in 14 appearances and currently leads the ECHL with a 1.44 goals-against average and a .947 save percentage.

Before beginning his professional career, Semptimphelter appeared in 101 collegiate games split between Arizona State University and the University of North Dakota, compiling a 53-40-6 record, nine shutouts, a 2.63 GAA, and a .913 save percentage.

The Gladiators return to action on Military Night, January 9, when they host the Savannah Ghost Pirates at 7:10 p.m. at Gas South Arena.

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