Colgate Women's Ice Hockey Schedule
Are you a fan of women's ice hockey and interested in following the Colgate Raiders this upcoming season? Look no further because we have all the information you need to know about their schedule, opponents, and players to watch out for.
Colgate Women's Ice Hockey: A Brief Overview
Colgate University is a private liberal arts college in Hamilton, New York, with a Division I women's ice hockey team known as the Raiders. The team competes in the ECAC Hockey conference and plays their home games at the Class of 1965 Arena, which opened in 2016.
The Raiders have a strong history in women's ice hockey, earning six NCAA tournament appearances and three of those resulting in Frozen Four appearances.
The 2021-2022 Schedule
The Colgate Raiders' 2021-2022 schedule includes a total of 34 games, with 20 of them happening at home in the Class of 1965 Arena. The season kicks off with a non-conference game against the Northeastern Huskies on September 24, 2021, at home.
Other non-conference matchups for the Raiders include games against Syracuse, Maine, and Princeton. Conference play begins on October 22, 2021, with a game against Dartmouth. Colgate will face other conference rivals such as Cornell, Quinnipiac, and Harvard later in the season.
Mark your calendars for the highly anticipated "White Out Cancer" game on February 12, 2022, against the ECAC Hockey rival St. Lawrence. This game is dedicated to raising awareness and funds for cancer research and is one of the biggest events of the season.
The Players to Watch
One player to watch out for is senior forward Breanne Wilson-Bennett, who was named to the All-ECAC Hockey Third Team last season. Wilson-Bennett was the team's leading scorer with 25 points and 14 goals. She will be a key player for the Raiders this season and will look to continue her success on the ice.
Sophomore goalie Amanda Rampado will also be a crucial player for the team this season. Rampado played in 15 games as a freshman, earning a record of 6-5-1 and a save percentage of .917. She will be a strong presence in the net for the Raiders and will look to improve upon her impressive rookie season.
How to Follow the Raiders
If you are unable to attend the games in person, there are still ways to stay up-to-date on the Raiders' season. The team's official website, GoColgateRaiders.com, provides a schedule of games, live stats, and information about the players and coaching staff. You can also follow the team on social media platforms such as Twitter and Instagram for updates and behind-the-scenes content.
Don't miss out on the action this season, and make sure to support the Colgate Raiders as they compete in women's ice hockey.
