He got off to a fast and promising start one year ago (scoring six times in the opening six games) en route to claiming the University of Minnesota Duluth's goal-scoring title and it appears Dominic Toninato is heading in that same direction this season. Through three outings in 2015-16, the third-year center iceman has a pair of goals -- including one game winner --  to his credit and also leads the No. 5 Bulldogs in total shots with 16.  Toninato, a 2012 graduate of nearby Duluth East High School, has racked up 25 goals (four of which have come while UMD has been shorthanded) during his 72-game collegiate career and is a +13 to boot.

He and is Bulldog teammates will pay a visit to South Bend, Ind., this weekend (Oct. 23-24) for a pair of bouts with the University of Notre Dame.

HIS FAVORITES
Opponent: Minnesota
Opponent Arena: Ralph Engelstad Arena (North Dakota)
Road Trip: Oxford, Ohio
Professional Athlete: Jordan Speith
Professional Team: All Minnesota-based teams
Pastime: Golf
College Course: Intro. to Africa
Prized Possession: The autographs and memorabilia I've collected over the years
TV Show: Impractical Jokers
Singer or Group: Wiz Kahlifa/Drake
Book (Author): I'm not a big reader.
Food: Cold cereal
Movie: Money Ball
Actor/Actress: Adam Sandler/Jennifer Aniston
Restaurant: Chipotle
Vacation Spot: Florida
Video Game: NHL and Call of Duty
Mobile App: Snap Chat
Website: Twitter

PERSONALLY SPEAKING
Why I Chose UMD: My family had season tickets my whole childhood so we always were at the games. There's nothing I wanted more than to be able to play for my hometown.
First Played Competitive Hockey: When I was 4 or 5 years old for Portman.
Hockey Strength/Weakness: My hockey sense/My skating
Game Day Ritual: I go through a long routine and do the exact same thing from the morning skate to the game.
Most Memorable UMD Hockey Moment: Beating Minnesota in the NCAA tourney last March.
Why I Wear No. 19: I've always worn 9 or 19; with 9 retired at UMD, the decision was easy.
Best Opposing Player I've Ever Faced: (Ex-Boston University Terrier) Jack Eichel
Pet Peeve: Bad drivers
Biggest Fear: Being late to something team- related or forgetting equipment for road trips.
My First Job (Age): Working at the Ridgeview Country Club (19)
Person I'd Most Like to Meet: Jordan Speith
What Most People Don't Know About Me: I'm scared of bees.
If I Could Change One Thing About Myself: I wish I enjoyed reading books more.
Something I Never Leave Home Without: My phone, wallet, and keys.
Sport I'd Like to Try Someday: Football
The Best Thing About College Hockey: The atmosphere at the game -- especially the student section.
Influences On My Athletic Career: My family
Advice to an Aspiring Young Athlete: Never give up, and give 100 percent in anything you do!
Post-UMD Plans: Hopefully continue playing hockey.