Playing at a school widely acclaimed for its stalwart defensemen, Vic Stanfield will be remembered as one of the finest.
A 1975 graduate of Boston University, he established standards by which later Terrier blueliners have been judged. A two-time All-America, the Mississauga, Ontario, native complemented his defensive talents with a skilled offensive flair, ranking as the seventh all-time leading scorer in program history at the time of induction. His 161 career points were the most ever by a Scarlet and White defenseman at the time. With 60 assists in 1974-75, Stanfield held the single-season record.
Joining the varsity as a sophomore, Stanfield provided an immediate impact upon the Terriers and collegiate hockey. Serving as an alternate captain, he topped the team in assists (39) and finished fourth in scoring (44 points). The Beanpot MVP, Stanfield earned All-New England and All-East honors and was touted as New England's Sophomore of the Year.
Again listed as an alternate captain his junior year, Stanfield helped guide the Terriers to a 23-8 ledger, an ECAC title and a third-place finish in the NCAAs. Tying for the team scoring crown with 46 points, Stanfield garnered his first of two All-America selections and also graced the All-New England and All-East teams. He was voted the Best Defenseman in New England.
A brilliant senior season capped off Stanfield's career, highlighted by the Terriers' 26-5-1 record and ECAC title. As team captain, he totaled 10 goals and 60 assists, copping Beanpot MVP accolades once again. Stanfield also gained All-America, All-East and All-New England plaudits for his efforts, while receiving the George Brown Award as team MVP.
