Penn State Men's Ice Hockey Schedule
The Penn State Men's Ice Hockey team, also known as the Nittany Lions, is a college ice hockey team that represents Pennsylvania State University in the Big Ten Conference. The team was founded in 1948 and currently plays its home games at the Pegula Ice Arena on the university campus in University Park, Pennsylvania.
Each year, the Nittany Lions participate in a grueling schedule that includes tough competition against some of the best teams in the nation. Fans of the team eagerly await the release of the season schedule each year, as it provides them with an opportunity to plan their attendance at the team's games. In this article, we'll take a look at the Penn State men's ice hockey schedule for the upcoming season.
Pre-Season Schedule
The Nittany Lions typically begin their season with a pre-season schedule that allows them to sharpen their skills and work on their game plan before the regular season gets underway. The pre-season schedule for this year includes several exhibition games against teams from other leagues.
The first pre-season game will take place on October 2, with the Nittany Lions facing off against the University of Ottawa. This will be followed by a game against Brock University on October 6, before the team heads into regular season play.
Regular Season Schedule
The regular season schedule is where the Nittany Lions really shine. This year, the team will play a total of 34 games, with 20 of these games taking place at the Pegula Ice Arena. The remaining 14 games will be played on the road, as the team travels across the country to take on their opponents.
The regular season will begin on October 15, with a game against Sacred Heart University. This will be followed by a series of games against teams from across the country, including Michigan State University, the University of Minnesota, and the University of Wisconsin.
Conference Schedule
In addition to the regular season schedule, the Nittany Lions are also part of the Big Ten Conference, which includes several other top-ranked teams from across the country. The conference schedule is typically more challenging than the regular season schedule, as the Nittany Lions face off against some of the best teams in college ice hockey.
The conference schedule for this year includes games against the University of Michigan, the Ohio State University, and the University of Notre Dame, among others. These games will be crucial in determining the team's postseason fate, as they will be used to calculate the team's overall winning percentage.
Post-Season Schedule
If the Nittany Lions perform well throughout the regular season and conference schedule, they may earn a spot in the post-season tournament, where they'll have a chance to compete against other top-ranked teams for the championship title. The post-season schedule typically begins in early March, with the championship game taking place in mid-April.
This year, the championship game will be held at the KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York. The Nittany Lions will be competing against some of the best teams in the nation, so fans should be prepared for some intense and exciting hockey action.
Conclusion
The Penn State men's ice hockey schedule is a highly-anticipated event each year, as fans eagerly await the opportunity to see their favorite team compete against other top-ranked programs from across the country. Whether you're looking to attend a game in person or simply want to keep up with the team's progress throughout the season, be sure to stay tuned to the team's schedule and follow them on social media for the latest updates and news.
