• Son of Al and Laurie Cockerill
  • Father, Al, played college football at Adrian
• Has one brother, Garret, and one sister, Brenna. 
  • Brother, Garrett, currently skates for Northeastern University and skated two games with the U.S. National Under-17 Team during the 2011-12 season
  • Sister, Brenna, played varsity soccer at Michigan State University. 

Favorite NHL Team Growing Up: Detroit Red Wings

Best Moment In USA Hockey History: The 1980 Miracle on Ice

Best Memory From Own Playing Career: Winning gold at the IIHF Under-18 Men's World Championship in 2017

Three Things You Love About Hockey: The competitiveness, the speed and creativity

Describe Yourself As A Player: A small forward who plays with greet, speed and passion

Favorite Home Cooked Meal: Steak and my aunt's lasagna

Favorite Movie: Miracle

Favorite Musical Artist: Rascal Flatts

Favorite Activity Away From Rink: Golf

Best Advice You've Been Given: A professional is someone who does things the right way day in and day out