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Men’s ice hockey schedule released

Wed, 23 May 2012 12:22:58 -0500

The Greenburg Ice Pavilion will be busy with Penn State men’s hockey games on Friday and Saturday nights once...

2012-13 Wisconsin men's hockey schedule released

Wed, 23 May 2012 15:28 EDT

Seventeen regular-season games at the Kohl Center, 12 games against 2011-12 NCAA teams, a season-opening weekend in Green Bay, Wis., contests against first-year program Penn State and the dedication of the Kohl Center Ice as "Bob Johnson Rink" highlight the 2012-13 Wisconsin men's hockey 36-game 2012-13 schedule.

Penn State ambitious with Div. I hockey schedule

Wed, 23 May 2012 00:01 EDT

UNIVERSITY PARK - Two future Big Ten opponents and a member of last month?s Frozen Four highlight the first varsity schedule for the Penn State men?s ice hockey team, which…

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PSU unveils first Division I hockey schedule

Tue, 22 May 2012 20:07:00 EDT

Penn State's first Division I schedule is highlighted by four matchups against future Big Ten opponents Michigan State and Wisconsin and a home weekend series against Air Force. In 2012-13, the Nittany Lions will compete as an independent and play 23 games against NCAA Division I opponents. Penn State will also play three Division III teams and eight exhibitions.

PSU unveils first Division I hockey schedule

Tue, 22 May 2012 16:09:00 EDT

Penn State will host its first varsity ice hockey game since 1947 when the Nittany Lions take on American International on Oct. 12 at Greenberg Ice Pavillion. Head coach Guy Gadowsky announced Penn State's first-ever NCAA Division I schedule on Tuesday. "This brings us one step closer to dropping the puck on Penn State's first NCAA Division I season," Gadowsky said in a statement released by the team. "We've been able to schedule some marquee matchups both home and on the road that will help provide a measuring stick for the program moving forward."

Penn State Hockey: First Men's NCAA Division I Schedule Released

Tue, 22 May 2012 12:38:00 EDT

Penn State fans got their first glimpse into the future of the men's program Tuesday morning after the school released its schedule for the 2012-13 season, its first at the NCAA Division I level since 1946-47.

Penn State hockey opens first Division I season against AIC

Tue, 22 May 2012 12:37:00 EDT

The Penn State hockey team is making the transition from a club team to compete as at the NCAA Division I level for the 2012-13 season. The last time Penn State played a varsity game was on March 3, 1947, against Georgetown. The Nittany Lions open their first-ever NCAA Division I season on Oct. 12 against Springfield's own American International College.

Penn State ice hockey announces first Division I schedule

Tue, 22 May 2012 11:14:00 EDT

When the puck drops at Greenberg Ice Pavilion on Oct. 12, it will be the first time varsity ice hockey is played at Penn State since 1947. And standing across from the Nittany Lions will be American International, the first opponent on a slate of 16 games at the Ice Pavilion, and the first of 35 games on Penn State's schedule as announced by the program Tuesday morning.

Men's Hockey Unveils First NCAA Division I Schedule

Tue, 22 May 2012 10:29:22 EDT

Highlighted by four matchups against future Big Ten opponents Michigan State and Wisconsin and a home weekend series against Air Force, the Penn State men's hockey team's first NCAA Division I schedule has been announced by head coach Guy Gadowsky.

PSUMensHockey: #PennState will unveil its 2012-13 schedule tomorrow. The '12-'13 season will be the Nittany Lions' first at the NCAA DI level.

Mon, 21 May 2012 20:14:41 +0000

PSUMensHockey: #PennState will unveil its 2012-13 schedule tomorrow. The '12-'13 season will be the Nittany Lions' first at the NCAA DI level.

Penn State Hockey on the Coaches Caravan

Sat, 19 May 2012 13:52:00 -0500

Head Coaches Josh Brandwene and Guy Gadowsky joined the Coaches Caravan the last 3 days. For the latest in Penn State Hockey, log onto GoPSUsports.com

Union hockey announces 2012-13 schedule (with video)

Fri, 18 May 2012 11:53:00 -0500

..... Union will host Division I hockey newcomer Penn State for two games Nov. 23-24. The Nittany Lions are coached by former Princeton coach Guy Gadowsky. .....

2011-2012 ACHA Men's Division 1 Rookie-Of-The-Year #14 TOMMY OLCZYK, FORWARD, PENN STATE UNIVERSITY

Fri, 18 May 2012 00:00:00 -0500

The 2012 American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA) Men's Division 1 Rookie-of-the-Year Award goes to forward #14 Tommy Olczyk of Penn State University, as selected by the Head Coaches of ACHA Men's Division 1.

Men's hockey to play tournament in Pittsburgh

Thu, 17 May 2012 14:54:07 -0500

Penn State is now one step closer to making its footprint in college hockey and Pennsylvania.

Penn State Hockey Coach in WNY

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:07:55 EST

Penn State Hockey head coach Guy Gadowsky talks about his program and the impact of Sabres owner Terry Pegula.

Penn State Coaches Caravan - Football and Hockey Talk in Buffalo

Thu, 17 May 2012 04:58:00 EST

Football coach Bill O'Brien and men's hockey coach Guy Gadowsky talk Penn State football and hockey, along with Buffalo sports during the Coaches Caravan stop.

Coaches Caravan: Day IX - Erie and Buffalo

Wed, 16 May 2012 17:15:00 EST

After traversing through seven states and the District of Columbia during nine days, the Penn State Coaches Caravan made its final two stops on Wednesday on the Penn State Erie campus and in Buffalo.

RMU to Host Pittsburgh College Hockey Invitational

Wed, 16 May 2012 11:00:00 EST

CONSOL Energy Center will be the setting for the four-team event on Dec. 28-29

PSUMensHockey: Coach Gadowsky at the mic speaking to the Erie crowd ... http://t.co/4RZyn0Pn #psucaravan

Wed, 16 May 2012 16:28:12 +0000

PSUMensHockey: Coach Gadowsky at the mic speaking to the Erie crowd ... http://t.co/4RZyn0Pn #psucaravan

Pieces falling into place for Gadowsky, Penn State

Wed, 16 May 2012 05:21:00 -0500

The dress rehearsal at Penn State is over. The real curtain in Happy Valley goes up this fall. Coach Guy Gadowsky, who just guided Penn State to a third-place national finish in its final campaign at the club level, is getting his first Nittany Lions varsity team ready. He said he saw no real difference between coaching club hockey this year and coaching at the NCAA Division I level as he did with Princeton and Alaska the previous dozen seasons.

Coaches Caravan: Day VIII - Youngstown and Cleveland

Tue, 15 May 2012 16:04:00 EDT

Following two stops in Pennsylvania, the Penn State Coaches Caravan moved into Ohio for a pair of events on Tuesday.

Bill O'Brien, Guy Gadowsky eye outdoor hockey game at Beaver Stadium

Tue, 15 May 2012 04:00:00 -0500

PITTSBURGH-- While most Penn State fans might associate cold and snow at Beaver Stadium with a late November football game, men's ice hockey coach Guy Gadowsky and football coach Bill O'Brien hope they'll someday have pucks on their minds, too.

Coaches Caravan: Day VII - Altoona and Pittsburgh

Mon, 14 May 2012 17:34:33 EDT

ALTOONA and PITTSBURGH - The final leg of the 18-stop Penn State Coaches Caravan kicked off on Monday with events in Altoona and downtown Pittsburgh. More than 190 Penn State fans and alums filled the gymnasium on the Penn State Altoona campus at 7:30 a.m. for breakfast. From there, the Fullington coach bus moved west to Pittsburgh for a stop in Allegheny County at the Omni William Penn Hotel. Take a look through highlights of the first two stops on the final week of the Coaches Caravan.

Penn State Coaches Caravan Begins Final Week Monday; O'Brien, Washington, Gadowsky and Pavlik Headline Events

Sat, 12 May 2012 12:00:33 EDT

On the heels of 12 enthusiastic and successful events in six states and Washington, D.C., the Penn State Coaches Caravan resumes Monday, May 14 in Altoona and Pittsburgh to begin Week No. 3 and the final six stops.

Pegula Ice Arena Becoming a Reality

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 10:36:39 EDT

In September 2010, Terry and Kim Pegula made an unprecedented donation to enable the construction of a state of the art hockey arena at Penn State.

Pegula Ice Arena Becoming a Reality

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 10:27:00 EDT

In September 2010, Terry and Kim Pegula made an unprecedented donation to enable the construction of a state of the art hockey arena at Penn State. At a ceremony last Friday, April 20, the Pegulas officially broke ground on the arena that will bear their name, finally letting their dreams take shape.....

Men's ice hockey

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 01:12:00 EDT

Penn State added two more recruits to the freshman class for this fall, in the Nittany Lions move to Division I varsity play, with the additions of forward Max Gardiner and defenseman Joseph Lordo. The pair will join 10 other National Letter of Intent signees who committed to the school last November, four NCAA Division I transfers and 11 men who will move up from the Icers

Penn State: Division-I Hockey Programs a Long Time in the Making

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 13:47:00 EDT

Penn State University has dealt with a lot of issues lately. Friday was a historic day for the university. It took place on campus with Beaver Stadium and the Bryce Jordan Center only as backdrops this time. The long awaited groundbreaking ceremony for the Pegula Ice Arena took place on a day where a cloud could not be seen and the warm weather made it more than ideal.

Men's Hockey Adds Gardiner, Lordo to 2012-13 Roster

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 13:28:49 EDT

Forward Max Gardiner, a 2010 National Hockey League draft choice, and defenseman Joseph Lordo have been added to the 2012-13 roster for the Penn State men's hockey team, head coach Guy Gadowsky announced Thursday.

Pegulas increase Penn State Hockey commitment to $102 million

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 13:30:00 -0400

Terrence M. and Kim Pegula, who committed $88 million in 2010 to launch Penn State's entry into NCAA Division I hockey and construction on a state-of-the-art arena, have raised their total support for the initiative to $102 million. The additional $14 million gift was announced by Terry Pegula at the April 20 groundbreaking for the Pegula Ice ...

PSUMensHockey: Look at the #PegulaIceArena construction site from the top of Holuba Hall. Photo updates every 20 mins ... http://t.co/itnpxxIC

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 16:46:40 +0000

PSUMensHockey: Look at the #PegulaIceArena construction site from the top of Holuba Hall. Photo updates every 20 mins ... http://t.co/itnpxxIC

Pegula Ice Arena to be state of the art

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 04:00:00 -0500

Joe Battista was almost run over while crossing Commonwealth Avenue in Boston when he read a text message he received back in August 2010. The message was from Terry Pegula.

Penn State breaks ground on $102 million Pegula Ice Arena

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 04:00:00 -0500

At a ceremony Friday morning, Terry and Kim Pegula -- alongside university officials -- broke ground on the $102 million arena that will bear their name and brought men's and women's varsity hockey to Penn State.

Joyner shares hockey memories

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 04:00:00 -0500

Acting Athletic Director David Joyner has been in the news around the football program since Tim Curley was placed on administrative leave in November.

Pegula Ice Arena Groundbreaking Ceremony

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 01:00:00 -0400

Construction continues at the future home for Nittany Lion Hockey. The official groundbreaking was on Friday, April 20. For the latest in Penn State Hockey, log onto GoPSUsports.com

Penn State Hockey celebrates Pegula Ice Arena groundbreaking

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 12:30:27 -0400

The Penn State Hockey community celebrated the official groundbreaking ceremony for Pegula Ice Arena on Friday (April 20), with coaches, fans and dignitaries gathering at the Penn State Field Hockey Complex to mark the occasion. "I'm proud to officially mark the construction of Pegula Ice Arena," said Penn State President Rodney Erickson in his ...

Breaking away

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 00:01 EDT

UNIVERSITY PARK - Right now, it's a hole in the ground, a large swath of dirt littered with heavy equipment like cranes, dump trucks and bulldozers.

Penn State 'breaks ground' on new ice hockey arena

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 18:06:00 EDT

The groundbreaking ceremony for Penn State's new ice hockey arena looked at times like a celebration for a sport other than hockey. Using shovels with hockey stick-shaped handles, a group of dignitaries dug into a sandbox filled with dirt set atop the green artificial turf of an outdoor field hockey playing surface on a sunny, breezy Friday morning. Work is already under way at the actual construction site — about 50 yards away — on the building that eventually will house the Penn State hockey programs being elevated to Division I status.

Penn State Hockey Celebrates Pegula Ice Arena Groundbreaking

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 17:12:20 EDT

The Penn State Hockey community celebrated the official groundbreaking ceremony for Pegula Ice Arena on Friday, with coaches, fans and dignitaries gathering at the Penn State Field Hockey Complex to mark the occasion.

O'Brien, Chambers, Washington and Gadowsky Headline Seven-State Penn State Coaches Caravan In Early May

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 13:13:33 EDT

The Nittany Lion Club and the Penn State Alumni Association will team up to provide fans the chance to meet and hear from some of the leaders of Penn State Athletics this spring when the Penn State Coaches Caravan hits the road for destinations across Nittany Nation, encompassing seven states and Washington, D.C.

Penn State breaks ground on new arena>

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 14:50 EDT

Joe Battista glanced at the large construction site nestled in the shadows of Beaver Stadium, then turned to Penn State men's hockey coach, Guy Gadowsky.....

Penn State officially breaks ground on the Pegula Ice Arena

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 14:11 EDT

UNIVERSITY PARK Â— The digging has been going for more than three months, ahead of schedule thanks to a warm winter and spring, but Penn State officially broke ground on…

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Pegula Ice Arena breaks ground, is ahead of schedule for Penn State Division I Hockey

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 14:00:00 -0400

If you miss the intimate feel of the Hersheypark Arena, have no fear, Terry Pegula and the group dedicated to bringing a Division I hockey program to Penn State have you covered. That's because the rink, which had it's official ground-breaking ceremony Friday in State College, is in part modeled after the Old Barn.

Big Ten hockey tournament coming to Joe Louis Arena

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 16:48:00 -0400

The inaugural Big Ten men's hockey tournaments will be held at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, Minn., in 2014 and 2016, and at Joe Louis Arena in Detroit in 2015 and 2017, the conference announced today.

Penn State Hockey: Ceremony Officially Breaks Ground on Pegula Arena

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 14:02:30 EDT

Penn State associate athletic director Joe Battista was standing in the middle of Commonwealth Avenue in the heart of Boston College when he felt his phone vibrate in his pocket. When he looked at the text message he received, he stood motionless, shocked at what he saw......

Big Ten Announces Men's Hockey Tournament Sites

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 14:02:30 EDT

Beginning with the 2013-14 season, the first four Big Ten Men's Ice Hockey Tournaments will rotate between the Xcel Energy Center and Joe Louis Arena, the conference announced Thursday.

Pegula Ice Arena The Future Home of Penn State Hockey

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 11:09:00 +0000

Pegula Ice Arena, which broke ground in early February 2012, will feature two ice surfaces - a main rink, home to Penn State's varsity hockey programs, and a community rink. The main arena will feature 6,000 seats, including a 1,000-seat student section.

CRAWFORD_ARCH: Happy Monday everyone! Latest #PennState #PegulaIceArena construction photo. http://t.co/CKcbImnm

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:33:47 +0000

CRAWFORD_ARCH: Happy Monday everyone! Latest #PennState #PegulaIceArena construction photo. http://t.co/CKcbImnm

PSUMensHockey: Pegula Ice Arena construction workers near the University Drive end of the arena ... http://t.co/1fWyLdKw

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 19:12:48 +0000

PSUMensHockey: Pegula Ice Arena construction workers near the University Drive end of the arena ... http://t.co/1fWyLdKw

PSUMensHockey: Another view of #PegulaIceArena construction activity ... http://t.co/7uaqjPaX

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 19:15:13 +0000

PSUMensHockey: Another view of #PegulaIceArena construction activity ... http://t.co/7uaqjPaX

Inside Pegula Ice Arena - Applied Research Laboratory CAVE Model (GoPSUTV)

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 12:01 EDT

Take a look inside a 3D Stereoscopic Model of Pegula Ice Arena, the future home of Penn State Hockey, at the Applied Research Laboratory on the University Park campus.

Bill O'Brien to make appearances

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 00:01 EDT

O'Brien's ambitious public relations tour will continue during Blue-White weekend......Patrick Chambers (men's basketball), Char Morett (field hockey), Beth Alford- Sullivan (track and field/cross country), Bob Warming (men's soccer), Guy Gadowsky (men's hockey) and Josh Brandwene (women's hockey) are also on caravan legs.

College Corner notebook

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 08:10:00 -0500

.....ICE HOCKEY : Penn State makes the move from club sport to NCAA Division I next year, and the Nittany Lions will have a local player on the roster. Head coach Guy Gadowsky announced last week that Carlisle's Eric Steinour is one of 11 players who will return next season, the first Penn State varsity ice hockey season since 1946-47......

VIDEO: A Virtual Look Inside Pegula Ice Arena

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 11:54:06 -0500

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. - Pegula Ice Arena will not open until September of 2013, but if you close your eyes and open them up inside the CAVE model of the future home of Penn State Hockey at the Applied Research Laboratory on the west side of campus you would think it was open now.

The hockey head coaches and a few staff members recently received an incredible first-hand look at Pegula Ice Arena inside the Applied Research Lab 3D Stereoscopic Model. Women's hockey head coach Josh Brandwene summed up the detailed model of Pegula Ice Arena best.

"In a word - awesome," Brandwene said. "It makes you realize what a first class facility this going to be at Penn State."

With aid of a wireless controller, the interactive model enabled the coaches and staff to virtually move throughout the arena. From the ice and benches to the concourse and suites, the CAVE model inside the Synthetic Environment Applications Laboratory (SEA Lab) takes onlookers through a 1:1 scale tour of the facility. All four walls and the floor provide a virtual experience of Pegula Ice Arena unlike anywhere else in the world.

Tim Shaw, Head of the SEA Lab, Vaughn Whisker, Research Associate at the SEA Lab, and the SEA Lab staff worked with Mortenson Construction and Crawford Architects to build an exact 1:1 model of the 6,000-seat home of Penn State Hockey before it is constructed.

Men's hockey head coach Guy Gadowsky was impressed from the moment he stepped into the CAVE model.

"It is awesome," Coach Gadowsky said. "It is so cool being able to go through the arena. It gives you a great idea about what Pegula Ice Arena is going to be like. I just wish it were here right now. It is going to be beautiful."

One of the trademark features that stood out in the Pegula Ice Arena model was the student section. The steep architectural design in the 1,000-seat student section will put Penn State students on top of the goalie at one end of the ice.

Take a look inside Pegula Ice Arena CAVE model.

With superb weather in Happy Valley this spring, construction of Pegula Ice Arena at the corner of University Drive and Curtin Road is progressing on schedule for completion in September of 2013. The men's and women's hockey teams will begin varsity competition during the 2012-'13 season.

Pegula Ice Arena CAVE Model Photos:

Men's head coach Guy Gadowsky, director of operations Bill Downey, and Vaughn Whisker from the SEA Lab.

Coach Gadowsky inside the CAVE.

Pegula Ice Arena.

Looking towards the Student Section from the ice.

A look at the bench from the ice.

Coach Gadowsky looking at the ice from the bench.

The view from the bench.

The Student Section at Pegula Ice Arena.

Pegula Ice Arena.

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Inside Pegula Ice Arena - Applied Research Laboratory CAVE Model

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 12:40:00 -0500

Take a look inside a 3D Stereoscopic Model of Pegula Ice Arena, the future home of Penn State Hockey, at the Applied Research Laboratory on the University Park campus.

2012 ACHA Hall of Fame Inductee - Alon Eizenman

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 04:01:00 -0500

Alon Eizenman has been elected into the American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA) Hall-of-Fame as the lone member of the Class of 2012. The induction ceremony will be held Saturday, April 28, during the Annual Meeting General Session at the Naples Beach Hotel and Golf Club. The Hall-of-Fame celebration is co-sponsored by USA Hockey.

Gadowsky chooses 11 Icers for Division I squad

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 04:00:00 -0500

Eleven players, announced last Thursday, will trade in their Icers' uniforms for Nittany Lion jerseys as Penn State will compete in its first varsity-level season since 1946-47 . Eight Icers from just this past season were cut from the team.

PSUMensHockey: Coach Gadowsky stopped by the PIA site today to talk to the crew. Thanks @mamortensonco for all the hard work! http://t.co/QvV5vL5y

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 16:10:08 +0000

PSUMensHockey: Coach Gadowsky stopped by the PIA site today to talk to the crew. Thanks @mamortensonco for all the hard work! http://t.co/QvV5vL5y

Lions’ Division I hockey roster taking shape

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 00:01 EDT

UNIVERSITY PARK ? The roster for the first season of Penn State varsity hockey in more than a half-century is taking shape after 11 members of the Icers? club program…

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Men's Hockey Adds 11 Former "Icers" to 2012-13 Roster

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 12:53:02 EDT

Eleven student-athletes who played for Penn State's Division I club hockey team in 2011-12 have been added to the Nittany Lions' roster for the 2012-13 season, head coach Guy Gadowsky announced Thursday.

Men's Hockey to Unveil Additions on Twitter, Facebook Thursday

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 12:14:20 EDT

Penn State men's hockey will announce its newest members on Thursday (April 5) with fans of the team's Facebook and Twitter accounts having the first opportunity to meet the next Nittany Lions.

GoPSUTony: PIC: Great spring weather has helped the construction of Pegula Ice Arena. Here is the site... http://t.co/HuNsfjeu

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 17:16:06 +0000

GoPSUTony: PIC: Great spring weather has helped the construction of Pegula Ice Arena. Here is the site... http://t.co/HuNsfjeu

PSUMensHockey: Here's another Pegula Ice Arena construction photo from earlier today ... http://t.co/cUMlds3C

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 17:28:13 +0000

PSUMensHockey: Here's another Pegula Ice Arena construction photo from earlier today ... http://t.co/cUMlds3C

PSUMensHockey: A big Happy Birthday to Terry Pegula! Aren't we supposed to get you a gift? ... http://t.co/gfrViHKR

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 17:24:13 +0000

PSUMensHockey: A big Happy Birthday to Terry Pegula! Aren't we supposed to get you a gift? ... http://t.co/gfrViHKR

2011-2012 ACHA Men's Division 1 Final Ranking

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 14:42:00 +0000

2011-2012 ACHA Men's Division 1 Final Ranking: Positions 1-20 in the final ranking were based on the national tournament. Positions 21-25 were voted on by the coaches, as during the regular season.

GoPSUsports1: Reminder- @PSUwIceHockey HC Josh Brandwene & Assoc. AD Joe Battista will speak at @PSUSportsMuseum at noon as part of Women's History Month!

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 15:24:17 +0000

GoPSUsports1: Reminder- @PSUwIceHockey HC Josh Brandwene & Assoc. AD Joe Battista will speak at @PSUSportsMuseum at noon as part of Women's History Month!

2012 ACHA Men's Division 1 All-Star Game

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 08:54:00 -0500

The Red Team prevailed over the White Team 11-8 (EN) at the Gilmour Academy on Saturday, March 17. 30 of the 40 players registered a point in the game.

Penn State Icers now history

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 04:00:00 -0500

Larry Hendry filled up his Dodge Dart -- from the trunk to the front seat -- with so much hockey equipment that he also had to tape some of it to the top of the car.

Pegula Ice Arena groundbreaking set for April 20

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 00:01 EDT

UNIVERSITY PARK - The official groundbreaking ceremony for Pegula Ice Arena, slated for completion in September 2013, will take place April 20 at the Penn State Field Hockey Complex. The…

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On @StateCollegecom - Joe Battista: Star Trek Meets Pegula Ice Arena

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 06:00:00 EDT

Last week, Marv Bevan and Lisa Berkey of the Office of Physical Plant joined me and Gene Hodge, the Pegula Ice Arena Sr. Project Manager from Mortenson Construction, for a 3-D virtual tour of the Pegula Ice Arena in the Applied Research Lab's "CAVE" (CAVE automatic virtual environment).

Pegula Ice Arena groundbreaking set for April 20

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 16:07:00 EDT

USCHO Staff Report March 13, 2012 - The official groundbreaking ceremony for Penn State's new Pegula Ice Arena will take place on Friday, April 20 at the Penn State field hockey complex.

Pegula Ice Arena Groundbreaking Set for April 20

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 14:38:35 EDT

The official groundbreaking ceremony for Pegula Ice Arena, the new state-of-the-art, multi-purpose facility slated for completion in September 2013, will take place Friday, April 20, at the Penn State Field Hockey Complex.

Penn State Stunned by Oakland, Season Comes to a Close

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 18:30:00 -0500

The No. 1 Penn State Icers (29-4-1) were upset by the No. 13 Oakland Grizzlies, 5-3, on Tuesday evening at Kent State’s Hoover Arena in the semifinals of the 2012 ACHA Men’s Division I National Championships. Penn State falls one game short of playing for a national championship in their final season before making the transition to Division I.

Oakland skates past Icers in semis

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 00:01 -0500

STRONGSVILLE, Ohio — Oakland University’s Jordan MacDonald made sure the Penn State ice hockey season ended on a sour note.

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Penn State Hockey: Icers Upset in ACHA Semifinals, Ending Era at Club Level

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 21:53 -0500

With the Penn State men's hockey team becoming Division I eligible at the start of next season, the storied program will never again be able to repeat history at the club level.

Icers advance to third round of ACHA tournament

Sun, 04 Mar 2012 10:53:20 -0500

After scoring three unanswered goals in the final period, the No. 1 Icers eliminated No. 17 West Virginia by a score of 4-1.

Icers advance to ACHA quarterfinal round

Sun, 04 Mar 2012 00:25:00 -0500

Penn State advanced to the ACHA Men’s Division I Hockey Championships quarterfinals with a 4-1 victory over West Virginia on Saturday night at Kent State’s Hoover Arena.

Icers head to national tournament as No. 1 seed

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 04:00:00 -0500

Five months ago, Penn State was entering its final season of club play. Expectations were high, but the Icers were only No. 4 in the nation's first ranking.

2012 ACHA Tournament Preview: Round 1 and Quarterfinals

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 11:37:00 -0500

This weekend, for the final time, the Penn State Icers will begin their quest for an eighth ACHA National Championship in Strongsville, Ohio just outside of Cleveland. Here is a quick preview of the potential matchups in the first and second round.

Penn State Hockey: Icers Take Aim at One More National Title Before Going Division I

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 06:00:00 -0500

While the excitement of a new Division I hockey program is tangible within the walls of the Greenberg Ice Pavilion, there is a sadness that lingers too, as this weekend's ACHA National Tournament will mark the final chapter in the Icers rich history.

FastHockey.com to Broadcast 2012 ACHA National Tournament

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 11:00:00 -0500

Once again, the ACHA has teamed up with FastHockey.com to bring all 19 games of the National Tournament live. Broadcasters from around the ACHA will also be on hand to call the action in Strongsville, Ohio.

Joe Battista: It's Tough to be the 'Revolutionary' and 'Evolutionary' (on StateCollege.com)

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 06:00:00 -0500

" This past Friday night marked the final home game for the Penn State Icers, and it was our final game as an American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA) non-varsity team. It was a very bittersweet night for me full of a lot of emotions and great memories. ....."

Icers should win ACHA Title

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

There is no reason why No. 1 Penn State should not win the 2012 ACHA National Tournament next week at the Hoover Arena in Strongsville, Ohio.

Icers regular season wraps up

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

With Penn State's last game in the books along with a new home wins record, coach Guy Gadowsky couldn't be more proud of how the team has progressed since the first day of practice.

Interview: Coach Guy Gadowsky

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 10:10:10 -0500

Interview: Guy Gadowsky (February 27th, 2012) Penn State Icers head coach Guy Gadowsky speaks with Steve Penstone about the Icers' preparations for the ACHA D-1 National Tournament.

Interview: Dan Loucks

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 10:10:00 -0500

Interview: Dan Loucks (February 27th, 2012) Penn State Icers captain Dan Loucks speaks to Steve Penstone about the team's focus heading into the ACHA D-1 National Tournament.

Ten forwards score in Icers' win

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 20:49:04 -0500

No. 1 Penn State cruised to a 13-1 victory over the Golden Flashes in the Icers' final American Collegiate Hockey Association regular season game.

Penn State plays final game in ACHA*

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 14:37:56 -0500

The Icers played their final game in the AHCA on Friday. [* Final regular season game. National tournament starts this weekend.]

Icers whip Golden Flashes in regular-season finale

Sat, 25 Feb 2012 00:01:00 -0500

Penn State concluded its regular season in convincing fashion Friday night with a convincing 13-1 victory over Kent State at a packed Greenberg Ice Pavilion.

Icers Win Nineteenth Straight at Home, Close Out Era

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 21:31:00 -0500

The Penn State Icers (27-3-1) defeated the Kent State Golden Flashes 13-1 on Friday evening at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion, closing out the end of the Icers era with a perfect 19-0 regular season at home.

Pegula Ice Arena construction ahead of schedule

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 11:39:00 -0500

Penn State officials told 6News that construction of the $70 million Pegula Ice Arena is several weeks ahead of schedule because of the recent streak of mild winter weather.

Penn State Icers close out season against Kent State

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

The finale of the regular season for Icers marks the end of Penn State's association with the American Collegiate Hockey Association club league before the team moves to Division I next season.

Icers face Kent State in Final Home Game of their Season, History

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 10:46:00 -0500

Friday night at the Ice Pavilion will mark the end of one era of Penn State Hockey. The Icers (26-3-1) will play their final home and regular season game before the National Tournament starting next weekend against the host of that tournament, Kent State. The game will also be the last game for the Icers as a club team at the Ice Pavilion.

Icers' Jensen inspired by his mom's cancer

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

The odds to stay alive were not good at all. Last year, Kristin Jensen was given only a 40 percent chance to live, Icers sophomore defender Nate Jensen said about his mom.

VIDEO: Pegula Ice Arena Construction Underway

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 15:50:00 -0500

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. - The corner of Curtin Road and University Drive is a hub of construction activity as the preliminary steps are ongoing for the new home of Penn State Hockey. Excavation work at the site of Pegula...

Interview: Paul Daley

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:44:00 -0500

Icers senior Paul Daley speaks with Steve Penstone about the Icers' 8-1 victory over Duquesne on Senior Day and the team's involvement in THON.

THON 2012 Pep Rally Recap

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 04:01:00 -0500

THON 2012 Pep Rally Recap from GoPSUTV - Ice hockey part of video starts at the 1:32 mark.

Icers captain Dan Loucks makes return

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

It all happened so quickly for Dan Loucks. In January, less than 20 hours after being named captain of the No. 1 Penn State Icers, Loucks found himself on the trainer's table.

Construction under way for new Penn State ice hockey rink

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 13:07:00 -0500

The sound of blasting was heard on Penn State University's main campus on Monday as construction crews started working on a new ice hockey rink. Blasts are taking place twice a day for the next six weeks, Monday through Friday, near the intersection of Curtain Road and University Drive.

Blasting begins today at the site for Pegula Ice Arena

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

Beginning today, underground blasting will begin as part of site excavation for the new Pegula Ice Arena.

Icers tie home wins record

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

This season's Icers team has already etched its name into the history books.

Icers honored on senior night

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

Six bouquets of flowers were given out before the No. 1 Icers (26-3-1) defeated Duquesne (10-16-0), 8-1, on Friday night.

Penn State ties home win record in 8-1 victory over Duquesne

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 12:23:00 -0500

On senior night, the second to last game of the season, the Icers had a night for the record books. No.1 Penn State (26-3-1) tied its home win record after an 8-1 victory over Duquesne, on Friday night.

Construction to start Monday on ice arena

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 00:01 -0500

Construction crews will begin site excavation Monday for Penn State’s Pegula Ice Arena at University Drive and Curtin Road.

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Icers continue to gain steam as playoffs loom

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 00:01 -0500

UNIVERSITY PARK The Icers (26-3-1) defeated the Duquesne Dukes 8-1 on Friday at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion, extending their home winning streak to eighteen games.

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Icers Cruise Past Duquesne on Senior Night

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 21:27 -0500

The Penn State Icers (26-3-1) defeated the Duquesne Dukes 8-1 on Friday evening at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion, extending their home winning streak to eighteen games.

Blasting to begin at new ice arena site; disturbance to be minimal

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 14:30:00 -0500

Underground blasting will begin Monday, Feb. 20, as part of site excavation for the new Pegula Ice Arena on the University Park campus, near the intersection of University Drive and Curtin Road. The blasts, which will take place twice a day from Monday to Friday for about six weeks, will make way for the arena's foundation and are a routine part ...

Icers get No. 1 spot for National Tournament

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 11:21:06 -0500

The Icers are at the top of the American Collegiate Hockey Association rankings. Again. This marks the eight consecutive ranking...

Icers, Duquesne connections will meet tonight

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

For three years, it was George Saad and Dylan Trombetta on the same line. The two forwards won two state championships together in the dark green Pine-Richland uniforms and claimed two Penguins Cups -- a tournament with more than 70 high school teams in western Pennsylvania.

Building has started on Penn State hockey rink

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 03:01:00 -0500

Every morning on his drive to work, Penn State associate athletic director Joe Battista passes by his longtime vision. He can look out the window of his work space in the Bryce Jordan Center, an office filled with hockey sticks, pucks, and NHL coffee mugs, and he can see his dream becoming a reality just across the street.Ground has finally been broken in University Park on the construction of the Pegula Ice Arena, which will be the new home of Penn State's Division I men's and women's hockey programs beginning in the 2013-14 season.

2012 M1 National Tournament Approaching

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:47:00 -0500

THE BIDS FOR THE 2012 MEN'S DIVISION 1 NATIONALS ARE OUT, SEE WHO IS IN.... The 2012 ACHA Men's Division 1 National Championships will be hosted March 2-7 by Kent State University and the Greater Cleveland Sports Commission at Hoover Arena in Strongsville, OH. The field has expanded from 16 to 20 teams beginning with this tournament

Icers Honor Seniors, Face Duquesne on Friday

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:46:00 -0500

With a top ranking and top seed in the national tournament set, the Penn State Icers (25-3-1) have just two, regular-season games remaining in the final two weeks. Up first is the Duquesne Dukes (10-14-3) this Friday night at 7 p.m. at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion.

2011-2012 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #9

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:45:00 -0500

PENN STATE QUALIFIES FOR NATIONALS IN THE #1 SPOT UNION LAKE, MI - Penn State University is the #1 team in the country for the 8th consecutive ranking, receiving 26 of a possible 37 first-place votes in the 2011-2012 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #9. #2 Delaware received 6 first-place votes this time while #3 Lindenwood picked up the other 5 first-place votes. Arizona State and Liberty rounded out the top five.

Goalies compete for starting position

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

For the past few weeks, Icers coach Guy Gadowsky has been putting his goalies to the test. At the end of practice, 10 pucks are lined up on each blue line for the players to take their best shot in a breakaway situation; the results determine who will be starting in goal for that Friday's game.

Joe Battista: Alumni Weekend Memories

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 06:00:00 -0500

Every so often we are a part of something so amazing it is instantly etched among the great memories that will stay with us forever.

Icers have juggling contest off the ice

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

Each Wednesday starts out the same for the Icers. The players hit the weight room and have a team meeting, but it's after they have analyzed film and broken down game plans when the fun really starts.

Photo Gallery: Alumni Weekend 2012

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 10:06:00 -0500

Thanks to Icer Alumnus Jay Horgas, we have some great pictures from this past weekends Alumni festivities. Follow the link and click on the "team photo" below to view the gallery.

Icers Cruise Past Mercyhurst to Continue Streak

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 18:21:00 -0500

The Penn State Icers (25-3-1) defeated the Mercyhurst Lakers 9-1 on Saturday afternoon at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion, extending their home winning streak to seventeen games. The game was the final contest before bids and seedings will be announced for the ACHA Tournament in March.

Icers' Home Streak Stretches to Sixteen

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 21:24:00 -0500

The Penn State Icers (24-3-1) kept up their home success and won their 10th straight game overall, topping the Mercyhurst Lakers, (19-8-3) 7-1 on Friday at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion.

Gadowsky adds McDonagh to top line

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

Justin Kirchhevel flew down the right wing boards, cutting across the middle and drawing the Mercyhurst defender away from Icers forward Tommy Olczyk.

Johnson returns to Icers after eight week hiatus

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

It was a textbook give-and-go. Bryce Johnson received the puck at the blue line and skated toward the left faceoff circle. As he cut towards the goal, he sent the puck to Taylor Holstrom.

Mercyhurst a good fit for Alumni Weekend

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

There's a lot riding on this weekend. With the 2012 American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA) National Tournament in less than a month, the No. 1 Icers (23-2-1) have just two more games to prove they deserve the top seed.

Penn State Hockey Moving On

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:28:00 -0500

UNIVERSITY PARK, PA. -- This year marks the 40th and final season the Penn State Nittany Lion Icers will exist as a club team. Next season they will move into Division I competition before joining the newly created Big Ten conference in 2013-14. Guy Gadowsky, hired last spring, is the man that will lead this program into the future.

Alumni Weekend Features Icers Games with Mercyhurst

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 21:15:00 -0500

This weekend, the top-ranked Icers (23-3-1) look to give the voters two more reasons to keep them in the top spot as they take on Mercyhurst (19-7-3) in their last two games before ACHA Tournament bids and seedings are determined. Games are on Friday night at 7 p.m. and Saturday afternoon at 3:30 p.m

Groundbreaking ceremony announced for new arena

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

Joe Battista finds himself almost daily in the back of the Shields Building looking across to Holuba Hall, taking pictures with his iPhone. His camera is pointed at one thing -- construction of the Pegula Ice Arena.

Icers veteran line has been productive

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

With the game tied in overtime, George Saad did what his team needed the most. He crashed the net and scored to give his team the win.

Penalty kill has been key for Icers

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

Every Icer is on the defensive, ready at a moment's notice to throw their bodies in front of the puck.

Interview: Tommy Olczyk and Bryce Johnson February 7th, 2012

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:09:00 +0000

Interview: Tommy Olczyk and Bryce Johnson February 7th, 2012

Interview: Coach Gadowsky February 7th, 2012

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:09:00 +0000

Interview: Coach Gadowsky February 7th, 2012 -Icers head coach Guy Gadowsky speaks with Steve Penstone about the season sweep over Ohio and the upcoming games against Oklahoma.

HockeyValley: In this week's interviews, Steve Penstone chats with Olczyk and Johnson (http://t.co/jjmUNdxp) and Coach Gadowsky (http://t.co/0ZWZnoeX)

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:08:44 +0000

HockeyValley: In this week's interviews, Steve Penstone chats with Olczyk and Johnson (http://t.co/jjmUNdxp) and Coach Gadowsky (http://t.co/0ZWZnoeX)

TDC_Icers: Bryce Johnson is cleared to play and practiced fully. Meiselman back in practice looked to be full participant as well but wore red jersey

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:49:07 +0000

TDC_Icers: Bryce Johnson is cleared to play and practiced fully. Meiselman back in practice looked to be full participant as well but wore red jersey

TDC_Icers: Injury updates on the #Icers: Taylor Holstrom is day-to-day with an ankle injury, Dan Loucks still unavailable

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:47:25 +0000

TDC_Icers: Injury updates on the #Icers: Taylor Holstrom is day-to-day with an ankle injury, Dan Loucks still unavailable

Icers' leading line delivers again

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

In what Associate Athletic Director for Ice Arena and Hockey Operations Joe Battista is calling "one of the best comebacks in the history of [the Ice Pavilion]," the Icers won 4-3 after the team's highest producing line recorded three goals in five minutes to send the game into overtime.

Icers defensive pair working well together

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

Jensen, a sophomore transfer from Mercyhurst, has been playing alongside freshman defender Peter Sweetland, who tallied two assists this weekend, since Jan. 6. And Gadowsky has been very pleased with the performance of the two players on the same defensive unit.

2012 M1 National Tournament Approaching

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:00:00 -0500

WITH ONLY 1 MORE WEEKEND OF PLAY, TEAMS LOOK TO PUNCH THEIR TICKET OR SOLIDIFY THEIR POSITIONS The 2012 ACHA Men's Division 1 National Championships will be hosted March 2-7 by Kent State University and the Greater Cleveland Sports Commission at Hoover Arena in Strongsville, OH. The field has expanded from 16 to 20 teams beginning with this tournament.

Icers win at home in comeback

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

It was sudden death overtime, and the way the crowd was reacting, it seemed everyone had their own life hanging in the balance.

Icers Win in OT to Reamain Undefeated at Home

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 19:01:57 -0500

Icers goalie Matt Madrazo could only watch from the other side of the ice as time slowly ticked away in...

Icers rally to keep streak alive

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 00:01:00 -0500

UNIVERSITY PARK - George Saad's rebound goal at 2:07 of overtime completed a Penn State comeback for a 4-3 win over Oklahoma on Saturday at the Greenburg Ice Pavilion, giving the Icers their 15th straight home win.

Penn State Storms Back to Knock off Oklahoma

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 18:40:37 -0500

The Penn State Icers (23-3-1) defeated the Oklahoma Sooners 4-3 in overtime on Saturday afternoon at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion, extending their home winning streak to fifteen games. Unlike many of the games this year that the Icers have played in, there was no scoring during the first period. Both teams had at least two opportunities on the power play, but good penalty killing prevented anyone from scoring. Penn State's George Saad drew an interference penalty with 1:04 left in the period, forcing the Icers to open up the second period with a man down.

Penn State Takes First Game of Weekend Series vs. Oklahoma

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:46:00 -0500

The Penn State Icers defeated the Oklahoma Sooners 7-2 on Friday night at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion. The win keeps the Icers undefeated at home this season, extending their streak to fourteen straight.

ACHA Men's Division I Rankings #8

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

Latest ACHA Men's Division I rankings. Ranking #9 determining teams for national tournament (March 2nd - 7th) will be February 17th. The final ranking is issued after the tournament on March 16th.

Icers set to face Oklahoma at home

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

They don’t lose at home. Thirteen times this season the Icers have taken to the ice at home and...

Icers Begin Home-Stand against Oklahoma

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:15:00 -0500

With the exception of the National Tournament in March, the #1 Icers (21-3-1) are home for the balance of the season. The six-game stretch begins this weekend with two games against #8 Oklahoma (21-11-1) on Friday night at 7:00 p.m. and again on Saturday afternoon at 3:30 p.m.

Neutral zone key for Icers

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

For the No. 1 Icers (21-3-1), the focus all season has been to continually improve play in the neutral zone, whether it be on faceoffs, turnovers or special teams plays.

Gadowsky says identity players are most important for Icers

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

Gadowsky said the lines of Saad, senior Kurt Collins and junior Eric Steinour and Longo, freshman Jake Friedman and sophomore Mike McDonagh are examples of "identity" or all-around players. The Icers coach added those two lines are the most consistent lines with doing the little things right.

Icers' defense takes hard hits

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

The crowd fell silent. All eyes seemed to follow defenseman Dan Loucks as he was helped off the ice during the No. 1 Icers (21-3-1) game against No. 23 West Virginia (17-14-0) on Jan. 21.

HockeyValley: Penstone's round of Tuesday interviews wtih George Saad (http://t.co/tJshwshO) and Coach Gadowsky (http://t.co/NDAPQhol).

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:05:55 +0000

HockeyValley: Penstone's round of Tuesday interviews wtih George Saad (http://t.co/tJshwshO) and Coach Gadowsky (http://t.co/NDAPQhol).

PSUMensHockey: Coach Gadowsky will join the PA Sports Network tonight at 6:30 p.m. Listen locally at 95.3 3WZ FM or online at http://t.co/Yu88d8cO.

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 22:02:37 +0000

PSUMensHockey: Coach Gadowsky will join the PA Sports Network tonight at 6:30 p.m. Listen locally at 95.3 3WZ FM or online at http://t.co/Yu88d8cO.

Saad's Two Scores Help Icers Defeat Ohio

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 21:52:00 -0500

The Penn State Icers (21-3-1) defeated the Ohio Bobcats 4-1 on Saturday night at the Bird Arena in Athens, Ohio. The victory gave Penn State their second win in as many days against the Bobcats, completing the weekend sweep.

Holstrom Hoists Icers to Victory over Bobcats

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 21:45:00 -0500

The Penn State Icers (20-3-1) erased a 1-0 deficit in the third period on the strength of two Taylor Holstrom goals and defeated the Ohio Bobcats (21-10-1) 2-1 at Bird Arena. It was Ohio's first home loss of the season.

Icers take two wins over Ohio University

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 04:00:00 -0500

The No. 1 Icers (21-3-1) took the ice this weekend in front of a roaring crowd of green and white, where shouts of "we are" weren't commonly heard.

Icers to play in 'hostile' environment during weekend

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 01:55:48 -0500

“Gang Green,” the Ohio Bobcats student section , will be waiting. The seating in Bird Arena allows fans to...

Icers barely hold on to No. 1 ranking

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 04:00:00 -0500

Though Penn State (19-3-1) is still ranked No. 1 by the Division I American Collegiate Hockey Association, the Icers aren't holding on by a very large margin.

2012 Icers Hall Of Fame Inductees

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:23:00 -0500

2012 Icers Hall Of Fame Inductees

Competition proves beneficial for Icers

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 04:00:00 -0500

As the rainbow of colored jerseys streaked across the ice during practice, Icers' coach Guy Gadowsky took note of which...

Defenseman switched to forward for Icers

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 04:00:00 -0500

Paul Daley's crash course to Ryan Seibolt worked. The sophomore defender asked questions on how to play the forward position to Daley in the Icers' locker room right before last Saturday's game against West Virginia.

Defenseman Dan Loucks named Icers captain

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 04:00:00 -0500

When Dan Loucks walked into the office of Icers coach Guy Gadowsky last week, he was prepared for a normal video evaluation. He wasn't prepared for what he was told during that meeting.

Working on a building

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:01:00 -0500

If you work or study on the Penn State campus and your commute takes you past the corner of University Drive and Curtin Road, you might have been wondering why fences and trailers have appeared. The Pegula Ice Arena is on its way.

First Class, By Design

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 20:50:17 +0000

With more than a dozen arenas built in the last 15 years and many more renovated, college hockey programs have gone to great lengths to ensure that their players are spending time, developing and playing in state-of-the-art environments. That commitment continues with new arenas planned at Penn State and RIT, plus major renovations at several arenas, including Merrimack, Michigan and St. Cloud State.

Lines step up in victory over West Virginia

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:50:22 -0500

The No. 1 Icers did end up generating offense on Saturday even without their No. 1 line in a 6-1 victory over No. 23 West Virginia at the Ice Pavilion on Saturday afternoon.

Penn State readies for Pegula arena

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 09:03:00 -0500

Construction on the Pegula Ice Arena on the Penn State University campus could start within the next few weeks. Plans for the 6,000-seat, 200,000-square-foot arena named after Buffalo Sabres owner Terry Pegula, who graduated from Penn State, were formally approved late last week by the Penn State Board of Trustees. Pegula, in September 2010, donated $88 million to his alma mater to finance the construction of the rink and to help the Nittany Lions create a NCAA Division I men's and women's hockey program. The donation was the largest private gift ever made by a Penn State alumnae in the school's history.

2011-2012 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #7

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 20:16:00 -0500

Despite not receiving the most first-place votes, Penn State University is still the #1 team in the country for the 6th consecutive ranking, receiving 17 of a possible 39 first-place votes in the 2011-2012 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #7. #2 Delaware led the way with 18 first-place votes while #3 Arizona State picked up 3 first-place votes and #4 Lindenwood received the other first-place vote. The Blue Hens trailed the Nittany Lions for the top spot by a mere 2 points. The top 8 teams were all unchanged from the previous ranking, with #5 Ohio, #6 Liberty, #7 Iowa State, and #8 Oklahoma holding firm in their spots.

Penn State completes sweep of West Virginia with 6-0 victory

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 19:34:14 -0500

No. 1 Penn State (19-3-1) completed its sweep of No. 23 West Virginia (13-14-0) with a decisive 6-1 victory Friday...

Penn State Icers defeat West Virginia 8-0

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 22:09:31 -0500

The No. 1 Penn State Icers improved to 18-3-1 in impressive fashion with an 8-0 win over No. 23 West...

Outdoor Game at Citizens Bank Park Feature

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 23:59:59 GMT

Outdoor Game at Citizens Bank Park Feature

Icers Complete Weekend Sweep of West Virginia

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 22:51:00 GMT

The Penn State Icers (19-3-1) defeated the West Virginia Mountaineers 6-1 on Saturday afternoon at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion. The win gives the Icers their thirteenth win at home this season, continuing their streak.

Veteran Loucks Named Mens Hockey Captain

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 04:13:00 GMT

Penn State Icers head coach Guy Gadowsky has named senior defenseman Dan Loucks team captain for the remainder of the 2011-12 season. Gadowsky, who had not named a captain prior to Loucks' appointment, informed the team following its 8-0 win against West Virginia Friday night.

Icers Make it a Dozen Straight at Home

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 02:16:00 GMT

The Penn State Icers (18-3-1) continued their home ice domination and defeated the West Virginia Mountaineers (15-13), 8-0, at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion. Penn State controlled much of the play in the first period, dominating the puck possession while outshooting the Mountaineers, 18-2.

Final plans for Pegula Ice Arena approved

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 17:35:00 GMT

Penn State's Board of Trustees Friday (Jan. 20) approved the final design and authorized the awarding of contracts for the construction of the Pegula Ice Arena at University Park, as designed by Crawford Architects of Kansas City, Mo., with Bohlin Cywinski Jackson of Wilkes-Barre, Pa.

Penn State Hockey: Kurt Collins Maintains Steady Rise as Icers Ready for NCAA

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 15:31:00 GMT

Playing hockey for the Penn State Icers always seemed like destiny for Port Matilda native and State College high school graduate Kurt Collins. In fact, Penn State hockey was all Collins knew growing up.

Penn State Approves Ice Arena Plans

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 02:44:00 GMT

The Penn State Board of Trustees Friday approved the architectural design for Pegula Ice Arena at its meeting at the Nittany Lion Inn. Construction on the rink will begin in the coming weeks.

Penn State Approves Ice Arena Plans

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 22:07:12 GMT

Pegula Ice Arena will seat 6,000

M. Ice Hockey. Board of Trustees Approves Pegula Ice Arena Design

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 19:12:23 -0500

The Penn State Board of Trustees today approved the architectural design for Pegula Ice Arena at its meeting at the Nittany Lion Inn.

Board of Trustees meeting to decide on Pegula Ice Arena

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 04:00:00 -0500

One Board of Trustees meeting will determine 15 months of preparation. One Friday afternoon could also put into motion the physical construction of the home arena to Penn State's men's and women's NCAA Division I hockey programs.

Icers Put Streak on the Line This Weekend versus West Virginia

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 13:40:25 -0500

The Penn State Icers will take on the West Virginia Mountaineers twice this weekend at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion. The teams will first play on Friday (Jan. 20) at 7 p.m., and come back on Saturday (Jan. 21) for a matinee matchup at 3:30 p.m.

Icers 'killing it' on penalties this season

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 04:00:00 -0500

It's happened just 10 times this season. In 21 games and 85 chances, with the advantage of an extra player, the opponents of the Penn State hockey team have scored 10 just goals on the power play this season.

Icers show pattern of inconsistent play with back-to-back games

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 04:00:00 -0500

Out of nine weekends of playing a two-game series on back-to-back days this season, the Penn State Icers have seen a pattern of winning by a much larger margin on Friday nights compared to Saturday's contests. And the players and coaches have taken notice.

RT HockeyValley: New round of interviews up from Steve Penstone (@Icersman): Paul Daley (http://t.co/K8F7Mkah) and Coach Gadowsky (http://t.co/zYz62bEC)

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 18:17:37 +0000

RT HockeyValley: New round of interviews up from Steve Penstone (@Icersman): Paul Daley (http://t.co/K8F7Mkah) and Coach Gadowsky (http://t.co/zYz62bEC)

Icers' goalie PJ Musico succeeding in net

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 04:00:00 -0500

Every week the question has been the same. Which Penn State goalie is getting the start and on which day? The goalies have only three practices during the week -- just 270 minutes -- to try and prove themselves and earn the starting nod. However, for freshman PJ Musico, this uncertainty hasn't prevented him from succeeding on the ice.

Icers forward records 100th point with team

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 11:38:40 -0500

With 9:02 left in the first period, Paul watched his son record his 100th career point as a Penn State Icer on an assist to Dan Meiselman on Friday night, which put the Icers on the board first.

Icers sweep Rhode Island

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 04:00:00 -0500

As Icers' coach Guy Gadowsky stood on the bench overlooking his players, he couldn't help but notice the team that showed up for Friday's game was different from Penn State's previous four.

Icers look for team balance

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 04:00:00 -0500

Justin Kirchhevel received the puck on the power play and the Rhode Island defensemen left him unmarked as he skated toward the left faceoff circle. He skated closer and closer, waiting for his opening before firing a wrist shot for the go-ahead goal.

Men's ice hockey

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 00:01 -0500

On the heels of a 9-3 win Friday night, Penn State got the best of Rhode Island once again Saturday afternoon at the Ice Pavilion.

Icers Gut Out Win and Sweep Rhode Island

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 18:24:00 -0500

The Penn State Icers (17-3-1) had a much tougher battle in the second game in as many days with Rhode Island (15-14), but in the end they were able to escape the Ice Pavilion with a 2-1 victory on THON day at the rink.

Icers skate past Rams

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 00:01 -0500

The Penn State men's hockey team cruised past Rhode Island 9-3 on Friday night to improve to 16-3-1 on the season.

Icers Use Nine Goals to Cruise by Rhode Island

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 21:58:00 -0500

The Penn State Icers defeated the Rhode Island Rams 9-3 on Friday night at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion. The win brings the Icers record to 16-3-1 on the season.

Eddie Olczyk Interview - Citizens Bank Park Outdoor Game

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 16:23:00 -0500

GoPSUsports.com caught up with Hockey TV Broadcaster, and PSU Dad, Eddie Olczyk at the Penn State Icers outdoor game Jan. 4

THON Skate, Icers Series Mark Busy Weekend at Penn State Ice Pavilion

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 09:42:00 -0500

The 2012 THON Skate will headline a weekend of hockey at the Penn State Ice Pavilion, as the Penn State Icers take on the University of Rhode Island in their final series of the season. Penn State won the first two games, 6-2 and 4-2, at Rhode Island back in October.

Icers goalie Carr transfers from team

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 04:00:00 -0500

A pair of blue and white, solid black and solid white goalie pads. Those three sets of goaltender pads...

Injury has impact on hockey team

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 04:00:00 -0500

Bryce Johnson was skating down the ice on a breakaway trying to get open to receive the pass. After veering to the right of the net following a teammate's shot, he was on the ground as quickly as he got down the ice, following contact from a Liberty defenseman.

Icers bounce back after two straight losses

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 04:00:00 -0500

A pair of victories got the Icers back on the winning side after dropping two consecutive games for the first time under first-year coach Guy Gadowsky.

Icers end skid with shutout of Sooners

Sun, 08 Jan 2012 00:01 -0500

NORMAN, Okla. — The Penn State men’s hockey team bounced back from a stunning defeat at the hands of the Central Oklahoma Bronchos to defeat Oklahoma 3-0 at the Blazers Ice Centre on Saturday. Penn State goaltenderMatt Madrazoand Oklahoma’s Nick Holmes kept the ...

Ice hockey

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 01:28:00 -0500

PHILADELPHIA The Penn State Icers lost 6-3 to Neumann University Knights on Wednesday night at Citizens Bank Park a game that was part of the Bridgestone Winter Classic festivities.

Photos: Penn State Icers at Winter Classic

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 15:00:00 -0500

Penn State Icers take on Neumann on the outdoor ice of the Winter Classic at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia.

Penn State falls to Neumann in outdoor game at Citizen's Bank Park

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 10:50:06 -0500

In its first game after a three-week break, Penn State fell to Neumann, 6-3, at Citizen's Bank Park in Philadelphia.

Icers Fall to Neumann in First-Ever College Winter Classic, 6-3

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 12:33:00 +0000

PHILADELPHIA -- The ice, the bounces, the vision and the speed weren't what the Penn State Icers are used to, and they resulted in an outcome that Icers fans aren't used to seeing. Penn State dropped the first-ever College Winter Classic by a final score of 6-3 against Neumann University Wednesday night at chilly Citizens Bank Park.

achamensd1 (Twitter): (Non-ACHA) NCAA D3 Neumann 6, Penn State 3 (empty net goal) at Citizens Bank Ballpark, Philadelphia, PA

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 04:48:30 +0000

achamensd1: (Non-ACHA) NCAA D3 Neumann 6, Penn State 3 (empty net goal) at Citizens Bank Ballpark, Philadelphia, PA

HockeyValley (Twitter): Live stats from tonight's game will be available here: http://t.co/xF26Yo2l

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 12:36:40 +0000

HockeyValley (Twitter): Live stats from tonight's game will be available here: http://t.co/xF26Yo2l

PSUMensHockey: Coach Gadowsky will join the PA Sports Network from Champs in State College today at 6:30 p.m. If you can't make it, listen at 3wz.com.

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:25:33 +0000

PSUMensHockey: Coach Gadowsky will join the PA Sports Network from Champs in State College today at 6:30 p.m. If you can't make it, listen at 3wz.com.

Penn State Hockey Ready To Skate At The Ballpark

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 10:12:00 -0500

One of the many outdoor hockey games on tap for Citizens Bank Park next week will be a college battle between 14-2 Penn State and 7-3 Neumann University on January 4th. Neumann is one of the top squads in Division III while Penn State is transitioning up to the Division I level from club status in the ACHA. Nittany Lions head coach Guy Gadowsky says that transition is going quite well.

College teams get first view of Winter Classic rink

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 12:03:00 -0500

PHILADELPHIA -- While the 2012 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic between the Philadelphia Flyers and New York Rangers is the prime event for the ice rink being built here at Citizens Bank Park, it's far from the only event. Representatives from four college teams that will play here after the NHL leaves got their first tour of stadium Wednesday, and walked away highly impressed.

VIDEO: Guy Gadowsky Talks About Outdoor Hockey Game

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 10:21:11 -0500

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. - The Penn State men's hockey team is prepping for a rare opportunity to play outdoors as part of the Winter Classic Festivities.

Penn State, competing in its final season at the club level, will take on NCAA DIII Neumann University at Citizens Bank Park - home of the Philadelphia Phillies - at 8 p.m. on Jan. 4.

The ACHA Penn State squad is 14-2 in its final season at the club level before transitioning to NCAA status next season.

GoPSUsports.com caught up with head coach Guy Gadowsky for his thoughts on playing outdoors and some of his outdoor experience as a player.

Hockey club riding hot streak

Sat, 24 Dec 2011 00:01 -0500

UNIVERSITY PARK — The Penn State men’s club hockey team is off to a hot start heading into its winter break and hopes to keep the momentum going in the second half of the season. The Icers are 12-2-0 and the top-ranked team in the country in the American Collegiate Hockey Association...

Joe Battista: Icers Lucky to Experience Outdoor Hockey on Grand Stage

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 13:16:00 +0000

There's nothing like playing hockey outdoors. After months of talks, it was officially announced the Penn State men's hockey team will be playing at 8 p.m. Jan. 4 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. That's the same Citizens Bank Park the Phillies call home for baseball. So how the heck are we going to pull this off? Well, there's modern technology, portable compressor systems and the NHL's Winter Classic to thank.

Penn State Hockey: Icers to Take Part in Winter Classic

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 11:04 -0500

As part of the 2012 Winter Classic, the Penn State men's hockey team will head outdoors to Citizens Bank Park on Jan. 4 to face off against Neumann University, the university announced Thursday. Opening face-off is scheduled for 8 p.m.

Penn State and Neumann head outdoors to play in Philadelphia

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 12:15 -0500

The Penn State ACHA team will head outdoors to Citizens Bank Park on Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2012, to play Division III Neumann. Game time is set for 8 p.m. at the home of the Philadelphia Phillies. Penn State is in its last year competing at the club level and is the top-ranked team in the ACHA. Neumann is ranked No. 15 in this week's USCHO.com Division III Men's Poll.

Recruits set to join Icers

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Matthew Skoff and Michael Longo will be reunited next year. The two played for about three to four years on the Pittsburgh Hornets AAA travel team and they will get a chance to skate together again next year.

Icers players fight for playing time, hope to fully recover from injuries

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 04:00:00 -0500

As the blue, yellow, gray, black and gold jersey trios race back and forth on the ice during practice, they avoid the two red-jersey clad Icers that stick out like a sore thumb.

Icers to play outdoor game at Citizens Bank Park

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Paul Daley grew up playing hockey in a partially outdoor rink, one that had a roof and just two...

Men's Hockey to Play Outdoors at Citizens Bank Park Jan. 4

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 17:13:28 -0500

As part of the 2012 Winter Classic festivities, the Penn State men's hockey team will head outdoors to Citizens Bank Park - home of Major League Baseball's Philadelphia Phillies - on Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2012 to face off against NCAA DIII Neumann University.

Icers Close-Out Fall Semester with Road Trip to Liberty

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 10:04:00 -0500

Just two more games remain for the #1 Penn State Icers (13-1-0) in this fall semester and they are in one of the more raucuous places in the ACHA - the LaHaye Ice Center, home of the #8 Liberty University Flames (14-5-3). A pair of victories this weekend would give the Icers their best fall semester record since going 20-0 to open the 2003-04 season.

Icers Line finds Success

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 04:00:00 -0500

It was routine. Tommy Olczyk received the pass from Chris Cerutti at his waist and the puck seemingly disappeared in his jersey. He shook it loose and fired a spinning pass to a wide-open Bryce Johnson in the crease, who buried it in the net.

Icers sweep weekend series against Rutgers

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 04:00:00 -0500

It was a classic example of the saying 'defense wins games and offense sells tickets' when the No. 1 Icers (13-1-0) faced off against No. 21 Rutgers in a two-game series over the weekend.

Team perfects penalty kills

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Guy Gadowsky, Dan Loucks and Brian Dolan had never seen such a play.

Icers Take Game One Against Rutgers

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 22:21:54 -0500

The No. 1 Icers advanced to 12-1 on the season after defeating No. 19 Rutgers 13-2 Friday night. Penn State's...

2011-2012 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #5

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 19:00:00 -0500

#1 PENN STATE SPLITS WITH #2 DELAWARE, BUT STILL ON TOP. The sixth ranking of the regular season will be released on Friday, December 16.

Icers to face Scarlet Knights

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Blocked shots, faceoffs, hits, odd man rushes and neutral zone turnovers. During a game, a forward getting the game off or the third goalie for the Icers will often be seen with a clipboard charting the numbers for these statistics that never see the light of day.

Icers Return to Action with Two-Game Series against Rutgers

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 20:00:59 +0000

Two weeks after their last games, the #1 Penn State Icers (11-1-0) return to action this Friday night and Saturday afternon against #19 Rutgers (13-2-3). The Icers swept Rutgers last year at the Ice Pavilion to close-out the regular season and hold a 7-2-0-1 record against the Scarlet Knights all-time.

Icers back to practice after time off

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Despite a two-game home series this weekend against Rutgers , Guy Gadowsky views the Icers' five days off as a good thing.

Ten players sign for 2012-2013 season

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Ten incoming freshmen signed National Letters of Intent to compete as Nittany Lions during the 2012-13 season, the first year of NCAA Division-I Penn State hockey since 1945-46.

Penn State signs 10

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 06:28 -0500

UNIVERSITY PARK — Penn State on Monday announced the signing of 10 players to National Letters of Intent during the November early-signing period in preparation for the program’s first season as a varsity entity next fall. The 10 signees include forwards Casey Bailey (Anchorage, Alaska), ...

Men's Hockey Signs 10 to National Letters of Intent

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 11:40:45 -0500

Head coach Guy Gadowsky of the Penn State men's hockey team has announced that 10 players will join the Nittany Lions for the 2012-13 season after signing a National Letter of Intent during the November early signing period.

Icers bounce back against Hens

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 06:46:00 -0500

UNIVERSITY PARK — Penn State rebounded from its first loss of the season with a 5-1 win over Delaware on Saturday night at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion. Bryce Johnson and George Saad had second-period goals for the Icers (11-1), while Tim Acker scored twice and Mike McDonagh added a power-play...

Icers defeat Delaware in second game of series

Sat, 19 Nov 2011 22:54:42 -0500

After losing their first game of the season Friday night at No. 2 Delaware, the No. 1 Icers (11-1-0)...

2011-2012 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #4

Sat, 19 Nov 2011 22:54:42 -0500

UNION LAKE, MI - Penn State University continues its hold on the top spot, receiving 37 of a possible 42 first-place votes in the 2011-2012 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #4. The Nittany Lions are unblemished at 10-0-0 and will battle for the top spot against the #2 Delaware Blue Hens this weekend. Delaware moved up two spots this week and received 1 first-place vote. #3 Lindenwood fell a spot but still received 3 first-place votes, while #4 Arizona State also bumped down a spot. Iowa State inched up a spot to round out the top 5.

Penn State Icers lose first game of the season to Delaware Blue Hens

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 22:07:00 -0500

The No. 1 Penn State Icers (10-1-0) lost their first game of the season, 4-3, to the No. 2 Delaware Blue Hens (15-0-1), on the road at Rust Arena.

Former Icers reflect on hockey program

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Matt Kirstein walked into the Penn State Ice Pavilion for the Icers' game on Friday Nov. 11 just like he had done many times before. However, this time, he would not be lacing up and getting on the ice.

Petrick Ready for Delaware Series

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Tonight's game marks the 100th time the Icers and the Blue Hens meet in what's become a heated rivalry, and after this weekend, only one team will remain undefeated -- Delaware lost in overtime against Arizona State, which didn't count against its record.

Icers Face Pivotal Weekend Series with Rival Delaware

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 16:12:53 +0000

The #1 Penn State Icers (10-0-0) and #4 Delaware Fighting Blue Hens (14-0-1) will be the ACHA's premier matchup this weekend in their home-and-home series. The Icers will travel to Newark for Friday night (7 p.m.) and then face the Hens at home Saturday (8 p.m.). These will be the 100th and 101st meeting between the schools all-time.

Penn State hockey program reacts to Pegula's statement

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 04:00:00 -0500

When Terry Pegula announced last week he was standing by his $88 million commitment to Penn State hockey, there was a sigh of relief from those close to the hockey program.

Junior leagues help players develop

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Mini-mites, Mites, Squirts, Peewees, Bantams, Minors and Juniors. The road to collegiate hockey, and ultimately to National League Hockey...

Practice time difficult to get at Ice Pavilion for Penn State Icers

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Guy Gadowsky had the luxury of leading his Princeton Tigers through a three-hour practice when needed.

Brandon Russo returns, scores goal in game

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Freshman Brandon Russo watched from the stands as his team won its first nine games this season.

Icers remain undefeated

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 04:00:00 -0500

One hundred penalty minutes, three game disqualifications and four misconducts.

The No.1 Penn State Icers beat No. 23 West Chester, 7-0

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 23:53:20 -0500

The No.1 Icers moved to 10-0-0 with a 7-0 win over No. 23 West Chester (9-4-0), Friday night at the...

Pegula's donation to stay, former Icers react to Paterno's firing

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 11:30:00 -0500

Terry Pegula is sticking to his $88 million donation to Penn State hockey, despite the Penn State child sex abuse case. According to U.S. College Hockey Online, Penn State's associate athletic director for ice arena and hockey operations Joe Battista said the Pegula's commitment is "as strong as ever." Battista couldn't be reached for comment because of meetings.

No. 1 Icers set to play No. 23 West Chester tonight

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 04:00:00 -0500

By the end they can barely stand, let alone walk. But if the Icers' focus on conditioning pans out, they're standing tall by the end of the week.

HockeyValley: Icers take on West Chester tomorrow night at the Ice Pavilion. Looking for best start since 2004-05

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 19:05:15 +0000

The top-ranked Icers (9-0-0) will take on #23 West Chester (9-3-0) Friday at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion at 7 p.m. Orignially, this was to be a home-and-home series with the Golden Rams with the away game on Thursday night. The Icers have won the last seven games against West Chester and hold the lead in the all-time series with a 44-4-1 record. Until this season, the Icers and Golden Rams played together in the Eastern States Collegiate Hockey League (ESCHL). As such, they are very familiar with each other having played 19 times since the 2000-01 season.

Icers' play shows versatility

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Last Saturday freshman Forrest Dell was playing as a defenseman for the Penn State hockey team. Only one day later,...

Weekend series tests Icers' performance

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 04:00:00 -0500

The Icers' schedule reads more like a checklist than an agenda.

Icers complete weekend sweep

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 04:00:00 -0500

The No. 1 Icers (9-0) won both of their games this weekend, beating NCAA Division III SUNY- Fredonia (3-2-1), 5-4 and Pittsburgh(7-5), 5-1.

Penn State whips Pitt

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 00:01 -0500

UNIVERSITY PARK— Bryce Johnson scored two goals in the first period and P.J. Musico stopped 14 of 15 shots as the Icers defeated Pittsburgh 5-1 on Sunday at the Penn State Ice Pavilion. The win brings the Icers to 9-0 on the season.

Penn State Icers top D-III Fredonia State

Sun, 06 Nov 2011 17:50:17 -0500

For several minutes during their game Saturday night against the Fredonia State Blue Devils, an NCAA Division III team, it...

Penn State Icers stay undefeated, top Pitt

Sun, 06 Nov 2011 17:27:28 -0500

The Icers continued their undefeated season Sunday afternoon against the Pittsburgh Panthers with a 5-1 victory. Sophmore forward Bryce Johnson...

Transfer happy to play in Hockey Valley

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Icers forward Taylor Holstrom wanted something more out of his college experience.

2011-2012 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #3

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 17:00:00 -0500

PENN STATE UNDEFEATED AND STILL #1: UNION LAKE, MI - Penn State University tightened its grip on the top spot, receiving 39 of a possible 44 first-place votes in the 2011-2012 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #3. The Nittany Lions are unblemished at 7-0-0 after another pair of hard-fought two-game sweeps over Ohio and Rhode Island. #2 Lindenwood received 4 first-place votes, while #3 Arizona State moved up a spot and received the other 1 first-place vote. #4 Delaware and #5 Ohio round out the top 5.

Cerutti returns to ice

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Within just 10 seconds of Chris Cerutti's first shift, he found himself off the ice again -- this time in the penalty box.

Parking Advisory for Men's Hockey (Saturday November 5th)

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 10:12:00 -0500

With the increased demand and limited number of parking spaces near the Penn State Ice Pavilion, the following protocol will be in effect for all men's hockey home games beginning with Saturday night's (Nov. 5) contest against SUNY Fredonia at 7 p.m.

Undefeated Icers look to meet expectations

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 04:00:00 -0500

In their last season as a club sport, the Icers aren't rolling over.

Icers injured over weekend

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 04:00:00 -0500

As Icers forward Tommy Olczyk broke away from Rams defenders, he found himself with just two men to beat in Rhode Island territory during last Friday's game.

No. 1 Icers continue undefeated season

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 04:00:00 -0500

The Icers spent a little more time on the road than expected last weekend.

Penn State Icers remain undefeated after road sweep

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 22:14:48 -0500

The No. 1 Icers moved to 7-0 with a road win over No. 10 Rhode Island. Penn State completed the...

Icers move to 6-0 on season

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 02:15:24 -0500

Tim Carr got a win in his first start as an Icer. The freshman goaltender saved 19 of Rhode Island’s...

Penn State Icers to take on Rhode Island this weekend

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 04:00:00 -0500

When the No. 1 Icers take on No. 10 Rhode Island this weekend, coach Guy Gadowsky knows which players to put together on each line.

Icers work to create next year's varsity season schedule

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 04:00:00 -0500

The Icers have signed contracts to play against both NCAA Division I schools during the 2012-13 season, said Joe Battista, Penn State's associate athletic director for ice arena and hockey operations.

Ice arena, chiller plant clear borough review

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 13:31:09 +0000

STATE COLLEGE Plans to build the new Pegula Ice Arena and expand Penn State's West Campus Chiller Plant received the green light Wednesday from the borough's Design Review Board.

Freshman Tim Carr to get start as Icers goalie this weekend

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 18:19:09 +0000

Through the No.1 Icers' (5-0) first five games, two goalies have split playing time. A third will be getting his first chance between the pipes in Penn State's game this Friday. No one has locked down the goalie position for Penn State this season. Over the course of five games, sophomore Matt Madrazo and freshman PJ Musico have split time. When the team travels to No. 10 Rhode Island (7-3) this weekend, another freshman, Tim Carr, will get a start.

Update on merchandise web page

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 13:00:00 -0500

Icers merchandise currently available by mail order was updated on the booster club web site.

Icers announce conference games with Michigan State, Wisconsin

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Icers move to top spot

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Icers' coach Guy Gadowsky won't let flattery go to his head.

Collins records first career hat trick

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Collins found himself with the puck back on his stick right outside the left portion of the crease after it ricocheted off the end boards. With a backhanded shot, Collins began a five-goal third period for the Icers (5-0) and tied the game at one just 2:47 into the final period.

No. 1 Penn State sweeps No.3 Ohio

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 04:00:00 -0500

When Ohio's Brett Agnew put the Bobcats up 1-0 with a power play goal in the first period, it put Penn State in a position it hadn't been in this season. The Icers were losing. It gave the team its first opportunity this season to come from behind.

Icers Take Game One Against Ohio

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 22:46:38 -0500

The No. 1 Icers (4-0-0) came out strong against No. 3 Ohio University Friday night, continuing their undefeated season with...

2011-2012 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #2

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 20:00:00 -0500

PENN STATE VAULTS TO THE TOP FOR THE 1ST TIME SINCE 2007: UNION LAKE, MI - Penn State University climbed to the top spot in the 2011-2012 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #2, after a pair of blowout wins (12-0 Lebanon Valley and 11-0 Illinois) and an impressive two-game sweep on the Big Pond at Illlinois. The Nittany Lions received 30 of 45 first-place votes and are ranked #1 for the first time since the 2007-2008 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #1 was released on October 5, 2007.

Icers take on Ohio in heated rivalry

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Lynn Sipe was close to the Ohio Bobcats fans. Too close.

Icers Prepare for Weekend Series Against Ohio

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 04:01:00 -0500

The Penn State Icers will play a 2-game series this weekend against the Ohio Bobcats in a matchup of top-5 ACHA Division I teams. Ohio (5-1-0) is ranked #3 in the country with Penn State (3-0-0) right behind at #4. Friday night's game will start at 7 p.m. The two teams will face-off again on Saturday afternoon at 3:30 p.m.

California natives have pre-Icers history

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 04:00:00 -0500

They were carpooling just like they had done so many times before. When the conversation turned to their plans for the future, both Taylor Holstrom and PJ Musico were caught off guard by what they heard.

Icers make stop at Chicago hockey game

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 04:00:00 -0500

With hard work comes reward. So when the Icers defeated Lebanon Valley 12-1 in the season opener Oct. 7,...

Battista returns to Icers bench

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Joe Battista couldn't get the smile off his face. "It was like one final gift for an old coach," the former 19-year Icers head coach said.

Icers fill nets on road

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 06:25 EDT

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Penn State’s first road trip of the season produced plenty of goals with 11-0 and 5-2 wins over Illinois on Friday and Saturday.Tommy Olczyk, Taylor Holstrom and Justin Kirchhevel combined for 22 points over the weekend, including two goals and five assists from Kirchhevel...

Icers sweep Illinois

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 04:00:00 -0500

The No. 4 Icers (3-0-0) rolled over the Fighting Illini with an 11-0 win on Friday night and a 5-2 win on Saturday.

HockeyValley: ICERS WIN! 5-2 final to sweep Illinois. Morrone, Dell w/ their 1st goals of the season. Musico with his 1st win.: http://t.co/uNuDHyt6

Sun, 16 Oct 2011 02:37:58 +0000

HockeyValley: ICERS WIN! 5-2 final to sweep Illinois. Morrone, Dell w/ their 1st goals of the season. Musico with his 1st win.: http://t.co/uNuDHyt6

Icers earn second win over Illinois

Sat, 15 Oct 2011 21:34:19 -0500

The No. 4 Penn State Icers improved to 2-0 with an 11-0 win over No.16 Illinois (3-3), Friday night in Champaign.

HockeyValley: ICERS WIN! 11-0 final in Champaign. Olczyk with a hat trick. Kirchhevel with 7 points. Madrazo with the SO. Boxscore: http://t.co/WAQVlClu.

Sat, 15 Oct 2011 02:36:02 +0000

HockeyValley: ICERS WIN! 11-0 final in Champaign. Olczyk with a hat trick. Kirchhevel with 7 points. Madrazo with the SO. Boxscore: http://t.co/WAQVlClu.

Cappelletti close with Penn State Hockey

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 04:00:00 -0500

John Cappelletti often broke hockey sticks while playing floor hockey in the early 1970s.

Icers climb Jacks Mountain for team bonding

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 04:00:00 -0500

The Icers are climbing up in more ways than one. Not only is Penn State hockey moving up to...

Icers prepare for first road test

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 04:00:00 -0500

With a new coaching staff and 15 new players on the team, the Icers have begun a new chapter...

Icers Hit the Road for First Time and Await Illinois

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 23:29:08 +0000

After defeating Lebanon Valley College, 12-1, in their ACHA regular season opener, the Penn State Nittany Lion Icers look ahead to their first road test of the season, as they travel to Champaign to take on Illinois. Game times for the weekend series are 8:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

Icers to split goalies this weekend

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Guy Gadowsky left the starting goalie position up to Matt Madrazo.

New line shows early progress for Icers

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Midway through the second period of last Friday's game, Taylor Holstrom scored on a rebound from a shot from Tommy Olczyk. Olczyk had cleared the lane and Holstrom was driving to the net unmarked when the puck rolled his way.

Penn State men's ice hockey getting a start with new coach

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 03:01:00 -0500

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. - Penn State's men's ice hockey program is still a year away from making the jump to Division I and two years away from starting play in the expected Big Ten hockey conference. The new state-of-the-art Pegula Ice Arena is not expected to break ground until early next year and won't be finished until September of 2013. But a key piece to Penn State hockey's highly anticipated future in college hockey is here a year early.

Icers improve checking

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 04:00:00 -0500

With only ten seconds left in their very first penalty kill of the season, the Icers were close to success -- backchecking, applying pressure and moving the puck.

Icers bring offensive onslaught in season opener

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Josh Daley was antsy in class Friday as he thought about the Icers’ season opener against Lebanon Valley. The...

Chemistry for Icers players crucial

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 04:00:00 -0500

The Icers proved chemistry could be taught outside of the classroom Friday night. Behind teamwork and synergy, the No....

Icers pick up first win of the season

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 01:03:56 -0500

The Icers proved that chemistry could be taught outside of the classroom Friday night when the team picked up...

Icers' Offensive Onslaught Downs LVC In Season Opener

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 23:32:00 -0500

18 of 19 Penn State skaters recorded a point as the Icers (1-0) downed the Lebanon Valley College Dutchmen (0-4), 12-1, at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion. Leading the way offensively for Penn State were Justin Kirchhevel (4 assists), Taylor Holstrom (1 goal, 2 assists) and Tommy Olczyk (1 goal, 2 assists). Bryce Johnson opened the scoring just over two minutes in when he picked up a puck behind the net and wrapped it around and between the legs of LVC goalie Colin Catherman. The Icers would score three times in the first, four in the second, and five in the third. The Icers showed their offensive depth throughout the course of the night, with ten players potting goals. Penn State controlled the play, outshooting LVC 64-7.

Men's Hockey Games to Broadcast Live on 3WZ 95.3 FM

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 17:31:37 EDT

All 31 Penn State Icers regular-season games during the 2011-12 season will broadcast live throughout the State College region on 3WZ 95.3 FM, it was announced today.

ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #1: Lindenwood Jumps Back to the Top Spot

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 16:19:27 +0000

Lindenwood University edged out Davenport University by 12 points to claim the top spot in the 2011-2012 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #1. Eight different teams garnered first-place votes, with Davenport (14), Lindenwood (11), and Penn State University (9) getting 34 of the 39 total first-place votes.

Icers to play season opener tonight

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 04:00:00 -0500

When the No. 4 Penn State Icers play their season opener at 7 tonight at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion, they will finally get the chance to compete as one team.

Design committee looking into designs for Pegula Ice Arena

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Breakfast in State College, lunch in South Bend, Ind. and dinner in Pittsburgh.

HockeyValley: Tomorrow, the Icers drop the puck on the 2011-12 season. All games will be streamed online for FREE on U-Stream: http://t.co/FAnENZ2h

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 18:49:05 +0000

HockeyValley: Tomorrow, the Icers drop the puck on the 2011-12 season. All games will be streamed online for FREE on U-Stream: http://t.co/FAnENZ2h

Men's Hockey Press Conference - Oct. 5, 2011

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0500

From The Daily Collegian -Excerpts from the Penn State Men's Hockey press conference held on Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2011 at the Ice Pavilion. Video by Christine Newby.

10 Questions: Hockey Coach Guy Gadowsky

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 09:00:00 -0500

On onwardstate.com - Guy Gadowsky is a busy man these days. Of course, given his task, who wouldn't be? Gadowsky is in the midst of constructing a team that's transitioning from club to NCAA play for the first time in their historythat's what the soon-to-be-former Penn State Icers will be doing next season. Before heading off for a recruiting trip that includes stops in the Midwest and Canada, Gadowski sat down with Onward State for another edition of 10 questions.

Icers coaches take time to select captains

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 04:00:00 -0500

As practice winds down each day, the Icers gather at center ice to catch their breath and stretch out their tired muscles.

Father and son compete against each other in Blue/White game

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 13:48:38 -0500

Rick O’Brien wanted his son to lose. The former Icer coached against his son, Rich, in the Icers’ annual...

New players make immediate impact

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 20:27:00 +0000

It didn't take long for the new faces on the Icers roster to start scoring. In Penn State's Blue-White game Friday night, the team's newest players were responsible for two-thirds of the total goals scored. This season, the team brought in 15 new members 11 freshmen and four transfers. Just as many new players were introduced to the team as there are already on the men's hockey team.

2011 Blue/White Game Provides Experience/Entertainment

Sat, 01 Oct 2011 17:44:15 +0000

The Blue Team beat the White team by a final score of 5-3 on Friday night at the Penn State Ice Pavilion during the 2011 Penn State Icers Blue/White Game.

Blue team rallies from behind in Blue/White game

Sat, 01 Oct 2011 01:02:42 -0500

Four unanswered goals by the Blue team in the Icers' annual Blue/White game resulted in a 5-3 victory Friday night...

Preseason workouts to be tested at Icers' Blue/White game

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Paul Daley said conditioning drills held at the end of each Icers practice has put him into better shape, along with his teammates.

Hockey conference to see changes

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 04:00:00 -0500

The domino was Penn State. And the other pieces quickly fell into place with the creation of the school's first Division I varsity hockey team.

Icers have high hopes for coming season

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Guy Gadowsky has never seen a club hockey game and chose to pass his ballot in the first ACHA...

On statecollege.com - Joe Battista: Next Stop, Indiana... To Get a Taste of Irish Ice

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 05:31:00 +0000

By the time most of you read this, a contingent of Penn State folks -- including yours truly -- will be in the air on the way to Indiana. And we're not talking Bloomington, either, where JoePa's guys will be playing the Hoosiers on Saturday. Our group is going to South Bend, Ind., where we will tour the brand new Compton Family Ice Arena on the campus of Notre Dame. (The football Fighting Irish won't be home; they're at Purdue this weekend.)

Penn State Hockey set for Final Season of ACHA Play

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 15:37:00 +0000

The Penn State Icers will make one last run at the Murdoch Cup in their final season as a member of the American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA).

Coach settling into job

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Guy Gadowsky knows hockey. After leaving his position at Princeton, the new Penn State Icers’ head coach traveled to...

Icers Ranked No. 4 in ACHA Pre-season Rankings

Sun, 25 Sep 2011 12:25:07 -0500

The Penn State Icers are ranked No. 4 in the ACHA Men’s Division I Pre-season Rankings. After finishing last season...

New Icers coaches in process of transition

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Guy Gadowsky could bump into one of his own players in State College and the first-year Icers head coach wouldn't know the student-athlete from the other estimated 40,000 Penn State students.

Coach Gadowsky says practice will remain intense despite injuries

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Even before the puck drops in their first game, the Icers have to deal with some injuries.

Freshman given signed jersey after chance encounter

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Eric Bress was on a mission. The Penn State freshman went quickly from the Hockey Management Association booth in Redifer Commons back to his room in Beaver Hall to change into his Buffalo Sabres gear.

Despite traffic woes, PSU hockey rink gets nod

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:01:00 -0500

While (College) Township Council members expressed concern about traffic volume near the new Pegula Ice Arena, they unanimously approved the development plans Thursday..... The ice arena will sit between Holuba Hall and the Shields Building on University Drive, near its intersection with Curtin Road and across from the Bryce Jordan Center. The 224,000-square-foot facility will house two ice rinks and aid in developing the NCAA Division I men's and women's hockey programs at Penn State. With township approval of the plans, Mark Saville, of Sweetland Engineering and Associates, said they must continue through the approval process with State College. The facility will straddle the border between the two municipalities.

Citzens Bank Park may host Icers

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Joe Battista confirmed the Icers will potentially play outdoors at Citizens Bank Park, home of the Philadelphia Phillies, on...

HockeyValley: The Final "Icers" Senior Class: Seravalli, Petrick, Loucks, Collins, Daley and Cerutti with Coach Gadowsky. http://t.co/7wXvBmhF

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 19:10:55 +0000

HockeyValley: The Final "Icers" Senior Class: Seravalli, Petrick, Loucks, Collins, Daley and Cerutti with Coach Gadowsky. http://t.co/7wXvBmhF

Icers working on power play

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 04:00:00 -0500

The Icers want to run the power play to perfection this season.

Opponent for first Icers game changed

Sun, 11 Sep 2011 22:14:46 -0500

Washington & Jefferson will no longer travel to Penn State for the Icers first matchup of the season on Oct....

Goalies look to impress

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Three goalies are competing to tend net for the Icers this season. Sophomore Matt Madrazo was the starter for most of last season, but two freshmen - Tim Carr and PJ Musico - will challenge him for the role this year.

Hockey brings Saad brothers together

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Sandra Saad took her 3 and 5-year-old sons to Ice Connection, an arena in Valencia, about 19 miles North of Pittsburgh.

Men's Hockey Welcomes First Four Members

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 11:20:49 EDT

Four transfers, each with NCAA Division I experience, have become the first members of the Penn State men's hockey team, head coach Guy Gadowsky announced Monday.

Centre Daily Times: Penn State adds four transfers

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 06:12:00 -0500

Four men with Division I experience have become the first members of the Penn State men's hockey team for head coach Guy Gadowsky.

Icers, Gadowsky finalize team roster

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 04:00:00 -0500

The future of the Penn State ice hockey team is a little bit clearer.

Icers add four experienced transfers to roster

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Assistant coach Keith Fisher called Penn State a "very attractive option" for the four transfers who made the Icers roster.

Icers keep 30 on roster for 2011-12 season

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 14:06:00 -0500

After four days of tryouts last week, the 2011-12 Penn State Icers roster is set. Assistant coach Keith Fisher said 30 players were selected. Last week assistant coach Matt Lindsay said the Division I level usually has 26 to 28 players on a roster. "There could be potentially some more movement," Fisher said.

ICERS ANNOUNCE ROSTER FOR 2011-12 SEASON

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 15:29:00 -0500

The Penn State Icers will enter their final season of play as an ACHA Division 1 "Club" team with a roster of 30 players (18 forwards, 9 defensemen, 3 goaltenders) under new head coach Guy Gadowsky. The roster, released Monday after a full week of tryouts, consists of 15 returning Icers and 15 new or transferring players. The number of players is slightly above a previous estimate given by the coaching staff of 26-28 players at the beginning of the week of tryouts.

Penn State Icers set to end 41 years of tradition

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 04:00:00 -0500

At some point in time, tradition will inevitably come to a halt. For the Penn State Icers, it has been 40 years of competing at the highest level for a club team in the country - a span where Penn State won seven ACHA National Championships. As the highly anticipated jump to Division I hockey is looming to begin the following season, the Icers will have one final chance to close out the program in the team's 41st and final season. In addition, the coaches will still help transition the program for their future spot in the Big Ten conference.

Icers tryouts set to begin today

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Matt Lindsay doesn't know the number of players to expect for the Icers walk-on tryouts today.

Cerutti out a 'little longer than expected'

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 22:39:22 -0500

Chris Cerutti met with trainers Wednesday afternoon, and Icers coach Guy Gadowsky confirmed the senior forward sustained a Grade II...

Daley and Daley (Paul and Josh) after Monday's practice.

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 03:41:47 +0000

Daley and Daley (Paul and Josh) after Monday's practice.

Interview with Coach Gadowsky following Monday's practice.

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 03:41:16 +0000

Interview with Coach Gadowsky following Monday's practice.

Cerutti injured during Icers first practice

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Yells of pain came from Chris Cerutti after the forward was crunched into the far-left corner boards during the Icers first fall practice.

Josh Hand added as volunteer assistant coach.

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 14:28:12 +0000

Josh Hand added as volunteer assistant coach for 2011-12 season.

Icers ready for new season

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 04:00:00 -0500

It's been nearly three months since Guy Gadowsky made his formal announcement to become the first men's varsity hockey coach since 1946.

Icers' 2011 Blue/White Game for September 30th at 6:30 PM added to schedule.

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 19:59:57 +0000

Icers' 2011 Blue/White Game for September 30th at 6:30 PM added to schedule.

Men's Hockey Booster Club Accepting 2011-2012 Applications

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0000

The booster club is accepting applications for the upcoming season. Download the application (PDF file)! Memberships are available for Honorary Coach, Team Captain, Defenseman, Goalie, Family, and Single.

VIDEO: Meet Director of Hockey Operations Bill Downey

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 15:47:18 +0000

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. - GoPSUsports.com continues to introduce Nittany Lion men's hockey head coach Guy Gadowsky's staff today. An All-American as an Icer, Director of Hockey Operations Bill Downey most recently filled the same role for the men's and women's programs at Harvard University. A former professional hockey player and coach, Downey joined the Harvard staff in September of 2010 after two years as an assistant coach with the Icers. Downey was also an assistant coach for the Reading Royals of the East Coast Hockey League during the 2007-08 season.

VIDEO: Meet Men's Hockey Assistant Coach Matt Lindsay

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 16:32:51 +0000

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. - GoPSUsports.com continues to introduce Nittany Lion men's hockey head coach Guy Gadowsky's staff today. Assistant coach Matt Lindsay joined the Penn State staff after a four-year stint with Coach Gadowsky at Princeton. A Williams College graduate, Lindsay coached for one season at Utica College and spent three seasons as an assistant coach at Hobart College. He then held a volunteer assistant post at Colorado College for a year before serving as an assistant coach at Robert Morris prior to going to Princeton in 2007.

Changes to 11-12 schedule

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 02:30:38 +0000

Changes to 11-12 schedule - February games with LVC cancelled, added Duquesne (2/17) and Kent State (2/24)

VIDEO: Meet Men's Hockey Assistant Coach Keith Fisher

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 13:59:10 +0000

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. - During the next few days, GoPSUsports.com will introduce you to Nittany Lion men's hockey head coach Guy Gadowsky's staff. First up is assistant coach Keith Fisher.

From StateCollege.com: Joe Battista is excited about the new era of hockey beginning at Penn State, State College and in "Hockey Valley."

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 10:06:10 +0000

From StateCollege.com: Joe Battista is excited about the new era of hockey beginning at Penn State, State College and in "Hockey Valley."

Updated schedule on pennstatehockey.com

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 00:43:29 +0000

Minor corrections to 11-12 schedule. Removed games with West Chester (11/10) and Niagara (12/16)

VIDEO: Men's Hockey Update with Coach Gadowsky

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 18:09:00 +0000

Three months have passed since Guy Gadowsky was named head coach of the Penn State men's hockey program. GoPSUsports.com talked with Coach Gadowsky during his first day in Happy Valley. We caught up with him again to see how the first few months on the job have been going. Take a look at a Penn State hockey update with Coach Gadowsky.

Icers 2011-12 Tentative Schedule includes outdoor game at Citizen's Bank Park against Neumann University

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 18:32:00 +0000

Icers 2011-12 Tentative Schedule includes outdoor game at Citizen's Bank Park against Neumann University

A guideline for NCAA compliance for fans/boosters regarding potential student athletes coming to Hockey Valley

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 12:19:01 +0000

A guideline for NCAA compliance for fans/boosters regarding potential student athletes coming to Hockey Valley

Icer Open 2011

Sat, 02 Jul 2011 01:12:32 +0000

Information about the 22nd Annual Icer Open Golf Tournament. The Open is one of the major fund raising events of the year for the Booster Club.

Bill Downey Named Director of Hockey Operations

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 08:04:00 EDT

Centre Daily Times: Downey in charge of hockey operations

Bill Downey Named Director of Hockey Operations

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 10:20:52 EDT

On behalf of both the men's and women's ice hockey programs, Associate Athletic Director Joe Battista is pleased to announce the hiring of Bill Downey as the Director of Hockey Operations. An All-American as an Icer, Downey most recently served as the Director of Hockey Operations for the men's and women's programs at Harvard University.

Penn State Men's Hockey Adds Fisher, Lindsay to Staff

Wed, 04 May 2011 16:01:20 EDT

Men's hockey head coach Guy Gadowsky announced today the addition of Keith Fisher and Matt Lindsay to his Penn State coaching staff. Fisher and Lindsay were assistant coaches under Gadowsky at Princeton.

New coach Gadowsky's path to Hockey Valley

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Seven years ago, Guy Gadowsky asked an innocent question to a former Penn State Icers assistant coach. Gadowsky approached...

Comments on Penn State Men's Hockey Coach Guy Gadowsky (PDF)

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 12:45:00 -0500

Hockey executives and coaches comment on Penn State Men's Hockey Coach Guy Gadowsky (PDF).

Letter to Penn State Hockey Alumni from Coach Gadowsky

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 18:26:00 -0500

Pennstatehockey.com: Letter from Coach Gadowsky to all Penn State Hockey Alumni

Gadowsky at Penn State: Search for Men's Hockey Coach Took Team Effort

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 06:00:00 -0500

For Joe Battista's blog on StateCollege.com - Talk about your whirlwind weeks. The search for the men's varsity ice-hockey head coach was another amazing process that brought together many moving parts in a short time. The best part is we got our guy!

New coach anxious for start of program

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 09:07:00 -0500

There is one thing that came out of Monday's introductory press conference with Penn State's new men's ice hockey coach: He's not lacking for enthusiasm. Nor is he willing to tamp down any expectations.

Guy Gadowsky to coach Penn State

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 11:40:00 -0500

Coaching veteran Guy Gadowsky has been hired to take over Penn State's fledgling Division I ice hockey program.

Hockey coach talks mission

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Within just five minutes, Guy Gadowsky was caught in Joe Battista’s spell. When Battista, Penn State’s associate athletic director...

Penn State Men's Hockey Press Conference

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 18:24:37 EDT

I would like all of you to join me in welcoming Guy Gadowsky as our new leader of the Penn State Ice Hockey program.

Coach's fantasy a reality

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 08:53:00 -0500

UNIVERSITY PARK Guy Gadowsky admitted, rather sheepishly, that he first thought about being the head coach for the Penn State ice hockey team last fall.

Men's hockey program nabs Gadowski, former Princeton coach, to lead new team

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 04:00:00 -0500

The Penn State men’s hockey program has found its guy. Penn State Director of Athetics Tim Curley announced Sunday...

Princeton coach chosen to lead PSU hockey team

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 07:57:00 -0500

The Penn State men's hockey team has found its Guy. The university will formally introduce Guy Gadowsky today as its first head coach as a Division I program.

Penn State announces hiring of first men's hockey coach

Sun, 24 Apr 2011 17:47:33 -0500

The next step in Penn State's transition to Division I hockey was to find a head coach for its...

Gadowsky Named Penn State Men's Ice Hockey Coach

Sun, 24 Apr 2011 15:34:13 EDT

Penn State Director of Athletics Tim Curley has announced the hiring of Guy Gadowsky, formerly of Princeton University, as the first head coach of the men's ice hockey program. The 2008 Inside College Hockey National Coach of the Year, Gadowsky brings 15 years of head coaching experience to lead the Nittany Lions into NCAA Division I competition starting in 2012-13.

Davis Family Makes Leadership Gift to Hockey Project for Endowed Scholarship, Men's Head Coach's Office

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 12:15:23 EDT

Intercollegiate Athletics announced today a leadership gift from John N. and Karen M. Davis to the Penn State Ice Campaign. The family's gift will endow a full position scholarship for a goaltender as well as the naming gift for the men's hockey head coach's office. The office will be named the "Joseph M. Battista Head Coach's Office" in honor of former Icer head coach and current Associate Athletic Director for Ice Hockey Operations Joe Battista.

Icers' Captain Marek Polidor will return for the 2011-12 season and talks about getting that opportunity.

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 11:42:17 +0000

Icers' Captain Marek Polidor will return for the 2011-12 season and talks about getting that opportunity.

2011 Boys' Ice Hockey Camps in July

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 15:36:18 +0000

Boys' ice hockey camps are coming up in July with High School Elite, Instructional, and High School Advanced Camps.

Icers Recruiting Update: 2011-12 Season

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 17:21:00 -0400

The Icers are proud to introduce four more players who have verbally committed to Penn State for the upcoming 2011-12 season.....

Penn State Excited About Prospect of Big 10 Ice Hockey

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 15:06:59 +0000

Penn State University will open play in Division I ice hockey in 2012 as they transition their program up from club status.

Pressure increases with new hockey conference

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Time is now of the essence for Joe Battista. With the Big Ten’s announcement Monday to recommend the formation...

Big 10 recommends hockey league

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 04:00:00 -0500

The Big Ten announced in a press release Monday its intention to recommend men’s ice hockey as an official...

Ice hockey officially on horizon for Big Ten

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 05:24 EDT

PARK RIDGE, Ill. — Thanks to the addition of Penn State as a fledgling Division I program, Big Ten athletic directors are proposing a men’s hockey league that would start competition in 2013-14.

Men's Ice Hockey To Be Recommended As Official Big Ten Sport Beginning With 2013-14 Academic Year

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 12:00:26 EDT

The directors of athletics of Big Ten institutions which sponsor men's ice hockey unanimously announce their intention to recommend to the Big Ten Council of Presidents/Chancellors in June the establishment of men's ice hockey as an official conference sport for the 2013-14 academic year with participation by Michigan, Michigan State, Minnesota, Ohio State, Penn State and Wisconsin.

Big Ten announces plan to form hockey conference

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 12:58:47 -0500

The Big Ten announced in a press release Monday its intention to recommend men's ice hockey as an official...

Penn State Men's Ice Hockey Recommended to Compete in Big Ten Conference

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 13:05:10 EDT

The Big Ten Conference today announced the intention to recommend the establishment of men's ice hockey as an official conference sport, with The Pennsylvania State University one of the six institutions who would compete for the 2013-14 academic year.

2011 ACHA Men's Division 1 All-Star Game

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 07:00:00 +0000

FOURTH ANNUAL EVENT RETURNS TO ADRIAN COLLEGE THIS SATURDAY

Icers Close-Out 2010-11 Season on High Note

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 03:15:56 +0000

The #10 Penn State Icers rebounded from a physical, tough loss on Saturday to win their consolation matchup with #12 Robert Morris of Illinois by a score of 3-1. Senior Teddy Hume gets career win number 60 in his final game in a Penn State jersey.

Icers lose to rival in playoffs

Sun, 06 Mar 2011 02:01:32 -0500

All season long, Penn State Icers coach Scott Balboni said his team needed to score goals to be productive and have a chance of winning the ACHA National Tournament. However, when the stage was at its biggest, the No. 10 Icers were shut out Saturday in Newark, Del., losing 2-0 in the opening round of the ACHA Tournament to bitter rival and ESCHL champion Rhode Island. After a scoreless and tightly contested first period, the Rams finally struck, getting a goal from Shawn Tingley off a rebound. The Rams later added an empty-net goal to solidify the Rams' fourth victory against Penn State this season.

Hard-Fought Loss Ends Icers' Cup Hopes.

Sun, 06 Mar 2011 03:34:48 +0000

The Penn State Icers have been eliminated from the ACHA National Tournament by rival Rhode Island on Saturday afternoon by a score of 2-0. Since the tournament went to a 16-team, single-elimination format back in 2005, this is the first time that the Icers have been eliminated in their first game.

Icers seek redemption on Rhode Island

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 04:00:00 -0500

The Icers have been here before. In fact, the Icers have qualified for the ACHA National Tournament in each of their 20 years of existence. However, the Icers have never been in this situation before. Ranked as the No. 10 seed in the tournament, they will start their quest for a sixth Murdoch Cup in an unfamiliar position - the underdog - as they take on bitter rival and ESCHL champion No. 7 Rhode Island in Saturday's opening round at 2 p.m., in Newark, Del.

Icers preparing for their first round matchup with Rhode Island

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 02:35:07 +0000

Carrying the blue and white banner for the 20th year in a row, the Penn State Icers open up the ACHA National Tournament at 2 PM this Saturday against a familiar foe in Rhode Island. What is unfamiliar for the Icers is that they will be wearing their dark jerseys in the first round and, if they prevail, the remaining rounds after that as they are the #10 seed of a 16-team tournament.

Pegula Ice Arena: A First-Class Facility in the Making

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 11:19:36 -0500

To say that Joe Battista is enthusiastic about Penn State hockey would be an understatement. "We're just at a really exciting time. It's out there, and the energy is building," he said of the development of Pegula Ice Arena.

Icers ready for new beginning

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Once the clock hit zero against Delaware, the Penn State Icers knew their aspirations of becoming ESCHL division champions...

Icers announce two commitments

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 16:13:14 -0500

The Penn State Icers announced two players who have verbally committed to wear the navy blue and white sweater...

O'Brien Reaches Milestone

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 15:57:17 -0500

Midway through the second period of last Friday's victory against Rutgers, history was made in the Penn State Ice...

Icers announce first recruits for 2011-12 season

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 19:33:32 +0000

Icers announce first recruits for 2011-12 season.

Seniors recall PSU careers

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 04:00:00 -0500

For six seniors, the Penn State Icers' season finale against Rutgers on Saturday meant something more than just a regular season game. Carey Bell, Taylor Cera, Teddy Hume, John Jay, Tim O'Brien and Chris Pronchik lined center ice before the game to commemorate the Icers class of 2011, taking a picture O'Brien said he wouldn't soon forget.

Icers end season on high note

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 04:00:00 -0500

The Penn State Icers will head into next weekend’s ACHA National Tournament riding a two-game winning streak after dismantling Rutgers this past weekend at the Penn State Ice Pavilion.

Icers Finish Regular Season with Sweep of Rutgers

Sun, 27 Feb 2011 02:00:07 +0000

The Penn State Icers will head into the ACHA National Tournament on a winning note as they completed a weekend sweep of Rutgers with a 10-2 win Saturday at the Penn State Ice Pavilion. Joe Zitarelli notched a pair of goals and senior netminder Teddy Hume got his 8th win of the season and 59th win of his career.

Icers Roll Over Rutgers, 9-2

Sat, 26 Feb 2011 04:25:17 +0000

The Penn State Icers showed no ill-effects from last weekend's loss to Delaware Friday night at the Penn State Ice Pavilion. Powered by a five-goal, second period, a hat trick from Chris Cerutti, two goals from Mike Broccolo and a milestone of 200 career points by Tim O'Brien, the Icers skated past the Scarlet Knights by a score of 9-2. Senior John Jay got the win between the pipes - facing 21 shots, stopping 19.

Icers to face tournament team in final regular season games

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Only one obstacle remains before the Icers begin their journey in the ACHA National Tournament on March 5 - Rutgers University. The Penn State Icers will look to rebound from last weekend's loss to Delaware in the ESCHL semifinal round with a two-game slate scheduled for this weekend against the Scarlet Knights.

The Icers face Rutgers in their final home weekend of the season.

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 22:54:15 +0000

The Icers face Rutgers in their final home weekend of the season.

Senior O'Brien closing in on milestone

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Tim O'Brien is poised to turn another page in Penn State's history books this weekend when the Icers take on Rutgers for a two-game set. At the beginning of the season, O'Brien set a personal goal for himself to eclipse the 200-point mark as a member of the Penn State Icers. Now, with two regular season games remaining, the senior will finally get his chance to back up his words.

Icers receive several awards

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Even though the Penn State Icers' ESCHL title hopes were for naught, three team members still received league recognition. Freshman goalie Matt Madrazo won Rookie of the Year and was selected to the second team of the league playoffs. Senior forward Tim O'Brien earned first team all-league honors and sophomore forward George Saad won the Sportsmanship Award.

Icers fall to Delaware, bounced from playoffs

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Even when a team plays its best, sometimes the bounces determine the outcome. At least that’s what the Penn...

Icers fall in semifinals of ESCHL playoffs

Sat, 19 Feb 2011 19:32:00 -0500

The Penn State Icers got off to a fast start against Delaware in Saturday's ESCHL semifinals, but the Blue Hens' offense attack was too much, leading to a 3-1 Delaware victory.

Icers Head to Rhode Island for ESCHL Playoffs

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 14:09:00 -0500

The #11 Penn State Icers (20-9-1, 10-5-1 ESCHL) will be looking for a little redemption this weekend as they travel to Kingston, Rhode Island and the 2011 Eastern States Collegiate Hockey League (ESCHL) Playoffs.

Icers go for fourth-straight ESCHL crown

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 04:00:00 -0500

The Eastern States Collegiate Hockey League (ESCHL) has been in existence for four years. Every year ends with an...

2010-2011 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #9

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 04:00:00 -0500

The votes are in, and five new teams will be competing at the 2011 American Collegeiate Hockey Association (ACHA) Men's Division 1 National Tournament, including Davenport University, Adrian College, the University of Delaware, the University of Rhode Island, and Slippery Rock University.

Freshman Madrazo Icers' goaltending answer

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 04:00:00 -0500

For the past month, the Penn State Icers have had to deal with a level of uncertainty in regards...

Icers to take on Rams

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 04:00:00 -0500

For the 20th consecutive time, the Penn State Icers will be part of the ACHA National Tournament. The ACHA...

Icers make National Tournament

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 11:44:50 -0500

The ACHA released its bids to the national playoff tournament today, and once again Penn State's name was on...

Penn State Ice Campaign Receives $1 Million Gift from Paul and Nancy Silvis

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 14:43:00 -0500

The Penn State Ice Campaign took another significant step forward recently as Paul and Nancy Silvis of State College, Pa., pledged $1 million to the project. The contribution was the first major gift on the heels of an $88 million contribution from Terry and Kim Pegula last fall for a new ice facility at Penn State as well as the start of Division I men's and women's ice hockey programs in 2012.

2011 Men's Division 1 National Tournament Teams Announced

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 10:53:00 -0500

Penn State is one of the 16 teams that has qualified for the national tournament.

Icers unfamiliar in new underdog role

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 04:00:00 -0500

For the first time in the ESCHL's three-year existence, the No. 11 Icers did not win the regular season league title. Instead they finished third, behind both No. 7 Rhode Island and No. 4 Delaware. As such, assistant coach Josh Hand believes his team is, for the first time, the underdog.

Chemistry, depth help Icers deal with injuries

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Once again, Icers head coach Scott Balboni and his players held their breaths. This time, senior forward Chris Pronchik lay on the ice after receiving a brutal check this past weekend in the opposing zone from a Robert Morris defenseman. Fortunately for the Icers, Pronchik bounced right up after a brief moment, skated off to the Icers' bench and later returned in Friday's game. Dealing with another injured player would have been nothing new to the No. 11 Icers. Balboni and assistant coach Josh Hand have relied heavily on the team's depth, especially in the last 10 games, which have all had a win-or-go-home mentality for the Icers, as they fight to make the ACHA National Tournament.

Penalty kill dooms Icers

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Senior forward Tim O’Brien has a message for all the casual Penn State Icers fans whom watched the two-game...

Icers' split hinders playoff chances

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Penn State forward Tim O’Brien knew what his team needed this past weekend — two victories against Robert Morris...

Icers Fall in Stunner, 8-5

Sat, 12 Feb 2011 18:37:00 -0500

The #11 Penn State Icers (20-9-1, 10-5-1 ESCHL) got into an old-fashioned shootout with #18 Robert Morris (16-15-0, 5-11-0 ESCHL) in their final regular-season, ESCHL game of the year and came out on the wrong end of the scoreboard, 8-5. Robert Morris forward Bryan Chiavetta had two more goals in the contest, giving him five on the weekend. His linemate, Luke Bennett had a hat trick. Icers' defenseman, Rich O'Brien netted two goals in the loss.

Icers squander two-goal lead, settle for series split

Sat, 12 Feb 2011 19:26:15 -0500

The Penn State Icers allowed five unanswered goals, to fall to their intrastate rivals, No. 18 Robert Morris, 8-5,...

Icers take first of two games against RMU

Sat, 12 Feb 2011 14:56:55 -0500

From the outset of the game, Penn State Icers forward George Saad knew it was going to be chippy....

Icers Win Weekend Opener over Robert Morris, 6-4

Sat, 12 Feb 2011 00:23:00 -0500

The #11 Penn State Icers (20-8-1, 10-4-1 ESCHL) did what they had to do and defeated #18 Robert Morris (15-15-0, 4-11-0 ESCHL) by a final score of 6-4 on Friday night at the Penn State Ice Pavilion. Icer Assistant Captain Paul Daley had his 14th, 15th and 16th goals of the season while freshman Matt Madrazo got his 10th win of the season, making his 8th-consecutive start.

Tournament in sight as big names return to ice

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 04:00:00 -0500

The No. 11 Penn State Icers will have one final chance this weekend to impress the ACHA voters, as...

Players, coach return to Icers for season's final leg

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 04:00:00 -0500

The Penn State Icers just got stronger. Coach Scott Balboni, leading scorer Tim O’Brien and sophomore forward Eric Steinour...

A look-ahead to this weekend's match-ups with #18 Robert Morris

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 02:45:13 +0000

A look-ahead to this weekend's match-ups with #18 Robert Morris

Tournament "Bubble Watch" - The Final Weekend

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 14:51:00 -0500

Even though much of the ACHA has played nearly their full compliment of games this season, there are a bevy of games this weekend that will have some serious, post-season implications for some. As of now, there are five teams that DEFINITELY know they will get an invitation to play in Newark, Delaware for the 2011 ACHA National Tournament. There are seven more that should probably opt for the "non-refundable" airline tickets as they will be a part of the ACHA's "Big Dance" as well. That leaves four spots - one of which will be taken by a conference at-large bid. There are seven teams vying for the remaining three.

Former Icers inducted into Hall of Fame

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Last Saturday was a day to remember at the Penn State Ice Pavilion. The main event — a shootout...

World University Games Slovakia 4 - USA 3 Game Summary Saturday 2/5 (PDF)

Sat, 05 Feb 2011 15:01:00 -0500

Game Summary for the Slovakia 4 - USA 4 WUG game Saturday February 5th.

Loss doesn't stifle outlook

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Freshman Mathew Madrazo stood between the net, eyes locked on Rhode Island forward Dave Macalino. Madrazo had just saved...

Icers fall in shootout

Sat, 05 Feb 2011 19:02:31 -0500

The Icers skated to a weekend split with the No. 6 Rhode Island Rams after falling in a shootout Saturday afternoon.

Icers win on Duval's game-winner

Sat, 05 Feb 2011 12:56:00 -0500

Last weekend it was sophomore Mike Broccolo who netted the game-winner against Delaware, his first goal of the season. Tonight it was Andrew Duval. The freshman forward scored the game-winning goal seven minutes into the third period, solidifying a 4-3 victory for the Penn State Icers at the Penn State Ice Pavilion.

2010-2011 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #8

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 00:00:00 -0500

LINDENWOOD IS THE UNANIMOUS #1 TEAM IN THE COUNTRY - The ninth ranking of the regular season will be released on Friday, February 18. The 2011 ACHA Men's Division 1 National Championships will be hosted by the University of Delaware and will take place March 5-9, 2011 at the Fred Rust and Gold Arenas in Newark, DE. Sixteen teams will qualify for the tournament.

Icers preparing for weekend

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 18:18:01 -0500

While this weekend marks a time for former Penn State Icers to relive their past, it is also the...

World University Games Japan 3 - USA 5 Game Summary (PDF)

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 10:04:00 -0500

Game Summary for the Japan 3 - USA 5 WUG game.

World University Games Belarus 6 - USA 3 Game Summary (PDF)

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 14:16:00 -0500

Game Summary for the Belarus 6 - USA 3 WUG game.

Pivotal, Historic Weekend Ahead as Icers Host Rhode Island

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 14:26:00 -0500

With their post-season aspirations on the line, the #11 Penn State Icers (18-8-0, 8-4-0 ESCHL) will host #6 Rhode Island (25-3-1, 11-2-1 ESCHL) at the Penn State Ice Pavilion this weekend - Friday night at 9 PM and Saturday afternoon at a special start time of 2 PM. The Icers lead the all-time series with the Rams 26-9-2. However, the Rams dominated Penn State earlier this season in their home rink, sweeping the Icers by scores of 5-0 and 4-1.

Third period dominated by the Icers

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Assistant coach Josh Hand’s description of his team’s play toward the end of games is simple. “Our team has...

Freshmen step up, fill void

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 04:00:00 -0500

The Penn State Icers knew they needed a win Saturday to help salvage their season following a 4-2 loss...

Landmark Week for Penn State Hockey's Past, Present and Future

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 22:43:00 -0500

The week of January 30th to February 5th, 2011 has significance beyond the current Penn State hockey team. There are a number of events taking place this week that celebrate the team's storied history and pivotal to it's future as well.

Win allows Icers to remain in ACHA playoff hunt

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 04:00:00 -0500

With Penn State’s season on the line, forward Nick Seravalli knew what was going to happen. In fact, Seravalli...

Icers Solid Effort Earns Weekend Split at Delaware

Sat, 29 Jan 2011 21:46:00 -0500

The #11 Penn State Icers (18-8-0, 8-4-0 ESCHL) and #4 Delaware Fighing Blue Hens (24-3-2, 9-3-2 ESCHL) put on quite a hockey game in Newark on Saturday afternoon. In the end, it was the Icers coming out on top 3-2 in a very physical, tight checking contest. The win earns the Icers a weekend and regular-season series split with their rivals, which have now faced each other 98 times in their history.

Icers Win-Streak Snapped, Fall to #4 Delaware

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 21:57:00 -0500

The #11 Icers (17-8-0, 7-4-0 ESCHL), against #4 Delaware Fighting Blue Hens (24-2-2, 9-2-2 ESCHL), had to get at least one win on the weekend at Newark. Now, after a 4-2 loss on Friday night, they will have to do it in their rematch tomorrow. The loss snaps the Icers' 4-game winning streak and puts them more firmly on the bubble of making the ACHA National Tournament.

World University Games Final USA 7 Slovakia 3 (PDF)

Sun, 30 Jan 2011 11:47:00 -0500

Box score for the USA - Slovakia game. Next game will be against Spain, Tues February 1st at 4pm local time (9 am ET).

Icers bounce back, split with Delaware

Sat, 29 Jan 2011 20:29:46 -0500

After suffering a two-goal loss on Friday night, the Penn State Icers responded with their backs against the wall,...

Delaware takes first game of crucial series

Sat, 29 Jan 2011 12:14:46 -0500

With their playoff hopes on the line, the Penn State Icers were unable to back up their talk and...

Icers set to face off with Delaware

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 04:00:00 -0500

The Penn State Icers are right on the bubble. Any loss from here could pop that bubble, putting Penn...

Icers Travel to Delaware to Face Rival Fighting Blue Hens

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 11:20:00 -0500

Riding a four-game winning streak, the #11 Penn State Icers (17-7-0, 7-3-0 ESCHL) travel to Newark, Delaware this weekend to face #4 Delaware (23-2-2, 8-2-2 ESCHL). Both games will be played in at Fred Rust Arena with Friday's game 7:00 PM and Saturday's at 5:00 PM.

Pennstatehockey.com: 2011 World University Games Page

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 14:53:00 -0500

Coverage of the 2011 World University Games on the Icers team web site.

Bell becomes leader of defense

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 04:00:00 -0500

When Carey Bell was just a toddler, he received a gift, which immediately would impact and change his life....

Weather Forecast for Erzurum, Turkey (WUG location)

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 10:57:00 -0500

Weather forecast for Erzurum Turkey, where the WUG is being held.

World University Games Web Site

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 10:57:00 -0500

World University Games web site link (http://www.universiadeerzurum.org/english)

World University Games Schedule (PDF)

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 10:57:00 -0500

World University Games schedule of events on the WUG web site.

Team USA Kicks Off World University Games Jan. 27

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 06:41:00 -0500

MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TEAMS ON THE WAY ACROSS THE POND FOR INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION

Josh Hand leading team

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 04:00:00 -0500

It’s safe to say Josh Hand’s debut went well. Even with key pieces missing, including the head coach, the...

Ice arena bears Pegula name

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Penn State's future state-of-the-art ice facility, set to open in 2014, received its name Friday at the Penn State Board of Trustees meeting.

Complete Box Score USA 6 - DU 2 1/23/2011

Sun, 23 Jan 2011 19:15:00 -0600

Box score from last night's Team USA vs Davenport University game.

Icers sweep weekend series with Golden Rams

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 04:00:00 -0500

What Penn State Icers assistant coach Josh Hand believed would happen ended up being an unfortunate truth for the...

Icers finish off weekend sweep of new-look West Chester

Sat, 22 Jan 2011 21:43:13 -0500

For the second consecutive day, the Penn State Icers came out strong in the third period to defeat the...

Icers win first match of weekend

Sat, 22 Jan 2011 20:38:30 -0500

The Penn State Icers (16-7-0, 6-3-0 ESCHL) defeated West Chester (9-16-0, 1-10-0) Friday night with a convincing 7-1 victory...

2011 World University Games - MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TEAMS ASSEMBLING IN CHICAGO TODAY

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 -0500

CHICAGO, IL - Members of the 2011 Men's and Women's National University Teams are converging on Chicago, IL today to prepare for the upcoming Winter World University Games in Erzurum, Turkey.

2010-2011 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #7

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 -0500

UNION LAKE, MI - The two-time defending ACHA Men's Division 1 National Champions, Lindenwood University, received 34 first-places votes to remain on top in the 2010-2011 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #7. The Lions 17-game winning streak was finally snapped at home by #14 Illinois on Saturday, January 8, but the Lions responded with a sweep of #13 Robert Morris Illinois. Garnering 3 first-place votes and holding at #2 behind the Lions is the three-time defending defending ACHA Men's Division 2 National Champions, Davenport University. The Panthers went 5-0 with a 3-game sweep of #20 Western Michigan and a sweep of #15 Liberty. Ohio moved up to #3 after sweeping #11 Penn State, while #4 Delaware and #5 Adrian round out the top 5.

New Penn State facility to be named Pegula Ice Arena for donors

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 11:40:00 -0500

University Park, Pa Penn State's Board of Trustees today (Jan. 21) approved the name of the University's future state-of-the-art, multi-purpose arena "Pegula Ice Arena" after donors Terrence M. and Kim Pegula. In mid-September, the University announced the Pegulas' $88 million gift, the largest private gift in Penn State's history, which was intended to fund the arena as well as help to establish an NCAA Division I men's hockey program.

Icers face new-look Rams

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 04:00:00 -0500

When the Penn State Icers meet the West Chester Golden Rams in a home-and-home matchup this weekend, the two...

Icers Continue Post-Season Push againt West Chester

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 13:24:00 -0500

The #10 Penn State Icers (15-7-0, 5-3-0 ESCHL) continue their 10-game span against Eastern States Collegiate Hockey League (ESCHL) opponents this weekend with a home-and-home series against West Chester (9-15-0, 1-9-0 ESCHL). Friday's game will be at Ice Line Arena in West Chester at 9:15 PM and Saturday's will be at the Ice Pavilion at 3:30 PM.

Joe Battista on "For The Record"

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 18:00:00 -0500

Penn State's Associate Athletic Director for Ice Arena and Hockey Operations sits down with local TV to talk the future of "Hockey Valley".

Icers to cope without leaders

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 04:00:00 -0500

When Tim O'Brien steps on the ice, the Penn State Icers know what to expect - goals. The senior assistant captain is having arguably his best season yet, with his 19 goals and 15 assists leading the team in scoring through 20 games. O'Brien has been so good in his career, he's been asked to represent Team USA at the 2011 Winter World University Games to be held Jan. 27- Feb. 6 in Erzurum, Turkey.

With Winter World University Games looming, Icers to step up

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Imagine playing on a hockey team ready to face three consecutive conference opponents without the head coach, leading goal...

Icers sweep Robert Morris, building name looms

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 04:00:00 -0500

While the Penn State Icers were busy in Pittsburgh for a match up of two top-20 teams, the brand...

Icers rebound with weekend sweep

Sun, 16 Jan 2011 22:02:55 -0500

The Penn State Icers got back to their winning ways this weekend, completing a two-game sweep against Robert Morris (Pa.). After dropping their last two contests, the Icers defeated the No. 17-ranked Colonials in convincing fashion 7-2 on Saturday and 9-4 on Friday.

No. 10 Icers set for series against No. 17 Robert Morris

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 04:00:00 -0500

After dropping a two-game series to rival No. 4 Ohio to open the spring semester, the Penn State Icers will begin a grueling 10-game stretch against Eastern States Collegiate Hockey League (ESCHL) opponents this weekend. The No. 10-ranked Penn State Icers (13-7-0, 3-3-0 ESCHL) will head to Pittsburgh to take on No. 17 Robert Morris (Pa.)(11-10-0, 3-7-0), with the action kicking off at 10 p.m. Friday and the finale at 3:30 p.m. Saturday.

Icers' Polidor takes unique road to becoming captain

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Penn State Icers head coach Scott Balboni made sure one statement always stuck with team captain Marek Polidor.

Experience helps Kirstein land job

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 04:00:00 -0500

At this time last year, Matt Kirstein was lacing up his skates and trying to help his team move up the ACHA rankings. Now, he's traded in those skates for a suit and tie, and his focus is currently on moving himself up the corporate ladder.

Icers look for more goals on powerplay

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 04:00:00 -0500

All season long, coach Scott Balboni has preached to his Icers’ squad the importance of special teams. Whether a...

Team USA prepares for World University Games

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 04:00:00 -0500

For the first time ever, in preparation for the 2011 Winter World University games at the end of the...

Naming of ice arena expected to be announced

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 15:12:04 -0500

Penn State Associate Athletic Director for Ice Arena Operations Joe Battista said in an e-mail Monday that Penn State's...

Icers drop series to Ohio over weekend

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 04:00:00 -0500

For Tim O’Brien, the rest of the season is now a sudden-death playoff. The senior forward believes the No....

Icers fall to Bobcats

Sat, 08 Jan 2011 16:40:30 -0500

The No. 10 Penn State Icers suffered their first loss of the spring semester falling 4-1 Friday night on...

2011 Penn State Ice Hockey Alumni Weekend

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 11:15:00 -0500

The 2011 Penn State Ice Hockey Alumni Weekend is quickly approaching. The weekend will be dedicated to honor the storied history and to celebrate the exciting future of our hockey program. As always, it is also a great opportunity to reconnect with many old friends and teammates and to learn about the future direction of Penn State Hockey.

2011 United States Men's National University Team Exhibition Trip

Tue, 28 Dec 2010 19:04:12 +0000

Members of the 2011 United States Men's National University Team are in Burlington, VT to prepare for it's 3-game exhibition series.

2010-2011 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #6 (12/17/2010)

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 13:13:07 +0000

The two-time defending ACHA Men's Division 1 National Champions, Lindenwood University, received all 33 first-places votes to remain on top in the 2010-2011 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #6. The Lions are currently riding a 16-game winning streak during which it has outscored its opponents 98-32. Holding at #2 behind the Lions is the three-time defending defending ACHA Men's Division 2 National Champions, Davenport University. Delaware edged out Ohio by two points for the #3 spot, while the Bobcats settled for #4. Adrian rounded out the top 5, as it edged past #6 Arizona State by only two points in the poll. Note: Penn State is tied for 10th place.

Daley, Cera pace Icers with two goals a piece

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 17:15:16 -0500

The No. 11 Penn State Icers put a close to the first semester in dominating fashion by defeating Niagara...

Icers Close Out Fall Semester with Friday-Night Tilt against Niagara

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 22:07:00 -0500

The #11 Penn State Icers (12-5-0, 3-3-0 ESCHL) will head into the semester break after they take on Niagara University (10-8-0) Friday night at 9 PM at the Penn State Ice Pavilion. The Icers have played Purple Eagles to close out their fall semester in each of the last three seasons with the Icers coming out on top in each matchup,

Icers set to battle Niagara in final game of semester

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 04:00:00 -0500

The Penn State Icers host their final game before the winter break Friday night at 9 p.m. when they take on the Niagara Purple Eagles at the Penn State Ice Pavilion. The No. 11 Icers (12-5-0, 3-3-0 ESCHL) have made a habit of facing the Purple Eagles (10-8-0) to end the first half, doing so the past three seasons. Penn State has won all three previous matchups.

Icers looking to stay sharp heading into second half

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 04:00:00 -0500

The Penn State Icers need to have a better second half of the season in order to put themselves in a good position heading into the playoffs. Following a lackluster first half that saw the team lose five of its 10 games against ranked opponents, the No. 11 Icers (12-5-0, 3-3-0 ESCHL) know to make the ACHA national playoffs, they can ill afford to get swept again by ranked teams.

Injured roster returns to full strength

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 04:00:00 -0500

It took only two minutes for the No. 11 Penn State Icers to realize what may be in store...

Inconsistency dooms Icers in weekend split

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 04:00:00 -0500

What a difference 24 hours can make. After a lopsided 4-0 victory against No. 4 Delaware on Friday night,...

Icers split weekend home series with Delaware

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 04:00:00 -0500

For the Penn State Icers, Friday night’s celebration after shutting out No. 3 Delaware was short lived. The No....

No. 4 Delaware grabs second game for weekend split

Sat, 04 Dec 2010 19:37:24 -0500

The Penn State Icers were unable to carry over the momentum from last night's shutout victory against the Delaware...

Icers shut out No. 4-ranked Blue Hens

Sat, 04 Dec 2010 14:35:44 -0500

Friday night marked the first time this season the Penn State Icers were fully healthy. The Blue Hens witnessed...

Icers confident for marquee series

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 04:00:00 -0500

So far, it hasn’t been the easiest of roads for the No. 11 Penn State Icers. The first half...

PSU ready to search for ice hockey coach

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 04:00:00 -0500

After completing the search for the Penn State ice arena architect and construction firms, Penn State Associate Athletic Director...

Icers get trio back from injury

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 04:00:00 -0500

Following Penn State Icers’ practice Tuesday, head coach Scott Balboni tried rallying his team, giving a rousing motivational speech...

Icers set to begin grueling second half of schedule

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 04:00:00 -0500

The first half is up. After capturing 11 wins, the first half of the season is completed for the...

ACHA Men's Division 1 National Championships Return to Cleveland in 2012

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 11:04:25 -0500

The American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA), Greater Cleveland Sports Commission and Kent State University are pleased to announce that the ACHA Men's Division 1 National Championships will return to Cleveland March 3-7, 2012 at Hoover Arena in Strongsville, Ohio.

Icers out of top 10 in latest rankings

Fri, 26 Nov 2010 19:04:20 -0500

The Penn State Icers are out of the top 10 for the first time in more than a decade....

Icers complete sweep

Sun, 21 Nov 2010 15:07:38 -0500

The Penn State Icers (11-4-0) completed the weekend sweep of Towson (2-11-3) Saturday with a dominating 12-3 victory. The...

Icers rout Tigers in offensive outburst

Sat, 20 Nov 2010 11:06:19 -0500

The Penn State Icers got back on track Friday night, scoring a season-high in goals to win, 13-0, against Towson....

2010-2011 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #4

Sat, 20 Nov 2010 12:57:40 +0000

2010-2011 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #4

Icers look to rebound against Towson

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 04:00:00 -0500

In the Penn State Icers’ home-and-home series against Towson this weekend, the team has an accomplish what it did two weeks ago - sweep a lesser opponent.

Rich O'Brien relying on physicality

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 04:00:00 -0500

Rich O'Brien's season can be described in one play. In the matchup against Liberty on Oct. 28, the sophomore defenseman made a play that is still making airwaves in the Greenberg Ice Pavilion.

Icers finding themselves in midst of season identity crisis

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 04:00:00 -0500

Following a two-game sweep at the hands of Rhode Island this weekend, the Penn State Icers are searching for answers. Removing a two-game sweep of West Chester, which the Icers historically dominate, the team has now lost four of its last five games against more-competitive teams. Their problem, senior forward Tim O'Brien said, is their inability to discover their identity.

Icers looking for answer at goalie

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 04:00:00 -0500

Coach Scott Balboni has never been in this situation before — and he isn’t happy about it. With three goaltenders on the Icers' roster playing significant minutes, Balboni has still yet to find whom his clear-cut No. 1 goalie is going forward.

Icers lose two to Rhode Island over weekend

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 04:00:00 -0500

Coming into the weekend series against Rhode Island, the Penn State Icers had a chance to make a statement against one of the ESCHL's top teams. After mustering only one goal in two losses to the No. 11 Rams (13-2-1, 4-1-1 ESCHL) over the weekend, the No. 8 Icers (9-4-0, 2-2-0) could fall out of the top 10 for the first time in more than a decade when the next ACHA National rankings are released Friday.

Icers to make longest trip of season to face rival URI

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 04:00:00 -0500

The No. 8 Penn State Icers will make their longest road trip of the season this weekend when they head to the Brad Boss Arena to face the No. 13-ranked Rams. The teams will face off at 7 p.m. on both Friday and Saturday.

Plans for arena in progress

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 04:00:00 -0500

Of the three architectural firms that had been vying for the rights to design Penn State’s new ice arena, Joe Battista asked only one thing: Listen.

Icers Third-Jersey Auction to Benefit "Relay for Life"

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 14:21:00 -0500

The 4th annual third jersey auction is at the Icers game on Saturday December 4th at 3:30 p.m. It will be an extra special event this year as we are going to be showing our support and wearing specially made pink and black jerseys. As always there will be a silent auction going on during the game for each and every Icers jersey.

Icers junior Seravalli returns from reconstructive groin surgery

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 04:00:00 -0500

For the Penn State Icers, Friday night’s game against West Chester marked the return of one of the team’s...

Icers sweep Golden Rams

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 04:00:00 -0500

After Friday night’s game against West Chester, head coach Scott Balboni demanded his players to hustle into the locker...

Ice arena architect named, visuals released

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 04:00:00 -0500

The Committee on the Finance and Physical Plant announced at Friday’s Board of Trustees meeting that Crawford Architects of...

Icers overcome slow start to defeat Golden Rams

Sat, 06 Nov 2010 06:57:00 -0500

It might not have been perfect, but the Penn State Icers found a way to get the job done. After a sloppy first period, which saw the Icers trailing 1-0, coach Scott Balboni's squad (8-2) found a way to come back and defeat West Chester (3-7), 5-3, Friday night at the Penn State Ice Pavilion.

Architect chosen for new hockey arena

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 16:11:38 -0500

The Committee on the Finance and Physical Plant announced Crawford Architects of Kansas City, Mo., along with Bohlin Cywinski...

Seravalli Set to Return

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 14:00:43 -0500

Junior forward Nick Seravalli will make his season debut tonight against West Chester after recovering from reconstructive groin surgery....

Icers won't take Rams lightly in weekend series

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 04:00:00 -0500

The record speaks for itself. Heading into this weekend’s home and home matchup against the West Chester Golden Rams,...

O'Brien off to fast start

Thu, 04 Nov 2010 04:00:00 -0500

The second intermission had just finished, and the Icers found themselves on the wrong side of the scoreboard, trailing...

Arena architects to present designs

Thu, 04 Nov 2010 04:00:00 -0500

The three finalists vying to be the new hockey arena’s architect will make presentations to the Board of Trustees...

Icers players to represent U.S., play NCAA opponents

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 04:00:00 -0500

The 2011 United States Men's National University hockey team will travel to Vermont in late December to play three exhibitions in order to prepare for the 2011 Winter World University Games Jan. 27 - Feb. 6 in Erzurum, Turkey. Two Penn State Icers, senior forward Tim O'Brien and sophomore forward Eric Steinour, were selected to the team and coach Scott Balboni will serve as one of the team's assistant coaches.

Icers dealing with goaltender controversy

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 04:00:00 -0500

The last three games have been a whirlwind for senior goaltender Teddy Hume. After starting in net for the first six games, all of which resulted in Penn State Icers' wins, Hume has found himself in a different position. After allowing eight goals in his previous two contests against ranked opponents Ohio University and Liberty University, the senior was forced to watch last Friday night's 3-2 loss from the bench.

Timely penalties key in Icers' wins

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 04:00:00 -0500

This weekend, the Penn State Icers felt both sides of a momentum swing, and in sports momentum can easily win or lose a team a game.

Icers fall to Liberty on late game-winning goal

Sat, 30 Oct 2010 09:50:00 -0500

It was a tale of two third periods. After scoring five goals in the third period the night before, the Penn State Icers were unable to do the same Friday night, getting shutout in the period on the way to a 3-2 loss to Liberty.

Net play sparks comeback

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 04:00:00 -0500

With the Icers deadlocked in the third against Liberty, Dan Loucks threw a low wrist shot on net and...

Icers put out Flames

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 04:00:00 -0500

After 40 minutes of what coach Scott Balboni called uninspired hockey, the Penn State Icers came out strong in...

Icers prepping for series

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 04:00:00 -0500

The zero is gone. The Penn State Icers are no longer undefeated after losing for the first time this...

Icers looking to bring back physical style

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 04:00:00 -0500

At its peak, senior captain Marek Polidor can describe the Penn State Icers’ style of play in one word...

Saad to miss series

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 04:00:00 -0500

After undergoing further tests from team doctors, Icers forward George Saad will not recover in time to face Liberty for a two-game series starting Thursday. The sophomore had his knee drained during Monday's practice, which eventually led to the decision. Saad missed the Icers' (6-1) past two games while nursing a bone bruise above his right knee after getting hit with the puck - the same knee that required surgery after last season.

Lack of physical play haunts Icers

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 04:00:00 -0500

Penn State Icers head coach Scott Balboni could barely watch. Standing above his players in front of the bench,...

Icers split weekend series with rival Bobcats

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 04:00:00 -0500

The Penn State Icers learned good starts don’t always mean good finishes. After winning Friday night’s game against the...

Icers split series with Bobcats

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 18:16:00 -0500

The Icers were unable to complete the weekend sweep Saturday, falling to No. 2 Ohio, 6-3. After a 3-1 victory Friday night, the Icers were plagued with numerous penalties, which they couldn't overcome to make the comeback, marking their first loss of the season.

Icers rally to beat Bobcats

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 14:27:00 -0500

The No. 5 Penn State Icers beat their rival No. 6 Ohio Bobcats 3-1 Friday night at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion on the strength of three unanswered third period goals. The team's will return to the Pavilion Saturday at 3:30 for the second game of their weekend series.

2010-2011 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #2

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 16:00:00 -0500

The two-time defending ACHA Men's Division 1 National Champions, Lindenwood University, received 33 of a possible 41 first-places votes to hold onto the top spot in the 2010-2011 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #2. Hot on their heels is the three-time defending defending ACHA Men's Division 2 National Champions, Davenport University, which pulled in 5 first-place votes. Oklahoma and Arizona State tied for the #3 spot, while Penn State drops a spot and rounds out the top five.

Icers host No.2 Ohio

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 04:00:00 -0500

Numbers do not justify how big this weekend is. The No. 2 team versus the No. 4 team. Two...

Icers' offense spreads the scoring wealth around

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 04:00:00 -0500

Glancing at the points leaders for the No. 4 Penn State Icers, six players average at least one point...

Icers trying to eliminate penalty woes

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 04:00:00 -0500

There may be another Pennsylvania hockey team nicknamed the “Bullies” soon enough with the way the Penn State Icers...

Icers sweep UCO

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 09:00:00 -0500

The game plan was simple — play physical and come out strong. Those were the two keys that Icers...

Physical play defines weekend

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 04:00:00 -0500

The Penn State Icers’ weekend sweep of the Central Oklahoma Bronchos can be described in one word — physical....

Icers complete weekend sweep of Central Oklahoma

Sat, 16 Oct 2010 18:43:13 -0500

The No. 4 Penn State Icers finished off a weekend sweep Saturday afternoon, defeating the No. 16 ranked Bronchos...

Icers down Bronchos 4-3 in OT

Sat, 16 Oct 2010 01:44:06 -0500

It was almost deja vu. Though the Penn State Icers defeated the Central Oklahoma Bronchos 4-3 on a goal...

Icers hoping for revenge

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 04:00:00 -0500

Icers sophomore defenseman Rich O'Brien remembers the disappointing end to last season. He remembers being on the bench, a helpless spectator as Central Oklahoma's Jonathon Cannizzo skated by and ended the Icers' season with an unassisted goal in overtime of their ACHA national quarterfinal game. Back-to-back games tonight and Saturday mark the first matchups between the two teams since, as the Icers (3-0) take on the Bronchos (3-6) at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion.

Icers practicing for revenge against Bronchos

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 04:00:00 -0500

After Tuesday’s practice, Penn State Icers coach Scott Balboni addressed his team at mid-ice, telling his players not to...

Icers land in No. 4 spot

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 04:00:00 -0500

For the Penn State Icers, it’s only a number. The American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA) has the Icers ranked...

Arena plans begin

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 07:30:00 -0400

Icers rout Dragons

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 07:30:00 -0400

Icers shutout Drexel in home opener

Sat, 09 Oct 2010 09:48:00 -0400

Icers face Drexel in front of home crowd

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 07:30:00 -0400

Icers' defensemen hoping to lock down on opponents

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 07:30:00 -0400

Freshman impresses in debut

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 07:30:00 -0400

Special teams play could make or break Icers

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 07:30:00 -0400

When assistant coach Josh Hand thinks of a game-changer, he isn't thinking about a single player on his Penn State Icers team. When two competitive teams meet, the success or failure of those two units can give one team the edge.

Icers complete of sweep Pittsburgh

Sat, 02 Oct 2010 18:59:00 -0400

The Penn State Icers defeated the Pittsburgh Panthers 5-4 Saturday afternoon thanks to another three-goal third period.

Icers dominate season opener with four-goal win

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 23:54:00 -0400

Icers prepare for Pittsburgh

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 07:30:00 -0400

Freshmen make debut for Icers

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 07:30:00 -0400

After Blue-White game, goalie Hume ready to go

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 07:30:00 -0400

In the Penn State Icers Blue-White game Friday, senior goalie Teddy Hume knew what he wanted to accomplish.

Blue beats White in scrimmage

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 07:30:00 -0400

With the clock ticking down to game time, fans at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion eagerly waited for the Penn State Icers to take the ice for the first time this season.

Icers start season with Blue-White game

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 23:26:00 -0400

On the strength of a four-goal first period, the White team defeated the Blue team, 5-3, in the Icers' annual Blue-White game Friday night.

Icers prepare for scrimmage

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 07:30:00 -0400

The road to a championship begins tonight.

D-I move could lead to recruiting boon

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 07:30:00 -0400

With Penn State announcing the addition of NCAA Division I hockey programs, many questions have been raised about the uncertain future of the current men's club team, the Icers.

Icers name captains

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 07:30:00 -0400

Looking at Coach Scott Balboni's choices for the Icers' captain and assistant captains for the 2010-2011 season, it's safe to say he looked for a variety of qualities to lead the team.

Battista assumes role as director of future arena

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 07:30:00 -0400

Joe Battista is returning to Penn State hockey. Following Friday's announcement of plans to build a new state-of-the-art hockey arena at Penn State, the former Icers coach has been named associate athletic director for ice arena operations and director of the ice arena and hockey campaign.

Penn State to add D-1 hockey

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 07:30:00 -0400

Penn State announced the addition of men's and women's Division I hockey programs to begin in the 2012-2013 season at a press conference Friday.

Watch Friday's announcement live on the Internet

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 17:22:00 -0500

Hockey could move to Division I

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 04:59:00 -0400

CDT: PSU to add ice (NCAA D-I) hockey

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 06:09:00 -0400

Source: Penn State hockey to be D-I

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 15:28:00 -0400

Athletic facility announcement and significant gift donation to be announced Friday

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 13:15:00 -0400

2010-2011 Team Roster

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 11:37:00 -0400

Hockey announcement looming

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 18:59:00 -0500

With rumors swirling about Penn State hockey preparing to announce its plans to start an NCAA Division I program, a source close to the Icers said Tuesday that more information regarding a potential announcement will be available Wednesday.

Coaches excited for possible D-I team

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 04:50:00 -0500

Sources: Penn State Will Add Varsity Hockey

Sun, 12 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Fans react to D-I move

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 04:52:00 -0500

Icers' 2010-11 roster finalized

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 04:52:00 -0500

Seravalli recovering from offseason surgery

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 04:56:00 -0500

Icers hopefuls await roster list

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 04:49:00 -0500

Icers prepare to fill roster

Fri, 3 Sep 2010 04:52:00 -0500

Juniors looking to fill leadership void

Thu, 2 Sep 2010 04:46:00 -0500

O'Brien ready to lead Icers

Thu, 2 Sep 2010 04:44:00 -0500

For the past three seasons, one name has resided at the top of the Penn State Icers' scoring list -- Tim O'Brien.

Icers goaltender closing in on all-time mark

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 04:47:00 -0500

While the Icers are hoping to capture a national championship, something special may develop on their ride this season. Penn State Icers goaltender Teddy Hume is only 14 wins away from tying former Icer goaltenders John Gray and John Sixt on the team's all-time wins list for a goalie.

Icers transfer finally gets his wish

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 04:47:00 -0500

After two years of playing for Robert Morris (Pa.), junior defenseman Kevin Miller believes he has finally found a home at Penn State.

Icers Open Report

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 04:36:00 -0500

New assistant brings experience to Icers

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 04:36:00 -0500

Adapting to the weather has been the easiest part thus far for Josh Hand. Now comes the tough part.

Balboni, players to represent U.S. in tournament

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 04:36:00 -0500

Two Penn State Icers, along with coach Scott Balboni will take their talents to Turkey in January, hoping to bring back a gold medal. USA Hockey announced the U.S. Men's National University Team roster Aug. 17 for the 2011 Winter World University Games Jan. 27-Feb. 6. Senior forward Tim O'Brien and sophomore forward Eric Steinour were named to the 22-man roster, and Balboni was named an assistant coach.

Booster club now accepting orders for Penn State Hockey jackets

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 07:30:00 -0500

World University Games Roster Set

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 14:21:00 -0500

USA Hockey has announced the U.S. Men's National University Team roster and six alternates, for the upcoming 2011 Winter World University Games that will take place Jan. 27-Feb. 6 in Erzurum, Turkey. Icers Tim O'Brien and Eric Steinour were named to the team. Dan Petrick and Kevin Miller, who is transferring from Robert Morris, were named as alternates.

Why Be A Booster - 2010/2011 Memberships Now Being Accepted.

Tue, 3 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0500

You may already be aware, we are the official Booster Club for the Icers men's ice hockey team at Penn State.

Icer Open 2010

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Late collapse ends Icers season in overtime

Sun, 07 Mar 2010 17:18:00 -0500

Icers advance to ACHA Quarterfinals

Sat, 06 Mar 2010 16:51:00 -0500

The No. 2-seeded Penn State Icers advanced to the ACHA Quarterfinals with a 7-3 win over No. 15-seed SUNY-Canton Saturday in Bensenville, Ill. Penn State (32-4-1) was in danger of possibly being upset early on as the Kangaroos (19-12) were tied with the Icers after one period and took a 3-2 lead in the second period. But the Icers responded with three unanswered goals in the period, including two in a span of 34 seconds from Ryan Paradis and Nick Servalli that turned a one-goal deficit into a one-goal lead and put Penn State ahead for good.

Team grows playoff beards to show unity

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 04:51:00 -0500

Tim O'Brien owned up to it.

Goalie closing in on single-season wins record

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 04:50:56 -0500

Four wins separate the No. 2 Penn State Icers from a national title.

Icers offense rolling into nationals

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 04:00:00 -0500

Throughout February, a couple sounds became common at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion.

Clark comes back after back injury

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 04:52:00 -0500

At this time last year, it was unclear if Alan Clark would ever walk again. Clark was walking near University Drive on Feb. 10, 2009 when he slipped and fell on his tailbone, shattering one of the vertebras in his back.

Hume not shaking struggles since return from sickness

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 04:48:09 -0500

Perhaps nothing summed up the last two weekends for Teddy Hume more than when a Robert Morris player barreled into him Saturday. Hume was sent into the net and directly into the crossbar, which knocked the cage off the moorings. He skated away from the net, but the collision serves as an analogy for Hume's recent bad luck in net since the Penn State Icers goalie returned from the flu.

Icers' regular season ends with rough play

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 04:00:00 -0500

This wasn't exactly the end to the season Scott Balboni had in mind.

Icers take penalties, avoid suspensions

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 04:00:00 -0500

In Friday night's game, Penn State Icers freshman Dominic Morrone was pinned against the board after a play as a Robert Morris player took a swing at him.

Icers finish regular season with heated win

Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:32:00 -0500

It wasn't the prettiest end to the regular season when the Penn State Icers defeated Robert Morris (Pa.) 7-5 at the Greenberg Ice Pavillion Saturday afternoon.

Another hat trick leads to Icers victory

Sat, 27 Feb 2010 12:01:00 -0500

He's scored seven goals in the last two games, but that doesn't mean Chris Cerutti's teammates are patting him on the back and telling him how well he's playing.

Icers seniors set to play final home game

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 04:50:00 -0500

For one Icer, it started with an 8-0 win over Mercyhurst on Oct. 7, 2005. And for the final Penn State senior, it started with a 10-3 win last year against rival Pittsburgh.

Icers use final weekend for tune up

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 04:00:00 -0500

The time for change is over. The Penn State Icers will take on Robert Morris (Pa.) on Friday and Saturday in its final two contests of the year before nationals in Chicago.

Last home weekend for Downey

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 04:00:00 -0500

While most of his players have hit the showers and the zamboni is waiting to clean up the ice shavings from practice, Bill Downey is usually still out there. But the Icers' assistant coach doesn't have many more post-practice skates left at Greenberg. He's leaving the team after this season to be with his wife, who took a job in Boston.

Icers fixing turnover issues for nationals

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 04:42:00 -0500

All weekend long, things were just a little bit off. Turnovers were a major story for Penn State in its action at the ESCHL playoffs this past weekend, leading to easier goals allowed. Eliminating those errors is something the Icers will be focused on heading into nationals in two weeks.

Icers look to change luck by handling trophy

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 04:46:00 -0500

The biggest step toward winning a national championship so far this season might have come at last weekend's ESCHL playoffs -- but it was after all the games had been played. This might not seem like a big deal at first, but flashback to last year.

Roster still not set for last home weekend

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 04:00:00 -0500

For the Penn State Icers, the ACHA regular season officially comes to a close this weekend. But as the Icers prepare for the ACHA national tournament, this weekend could also be a chance for Coach Scott Balboni's team to get healthy and get some of its injured players back in the lineup.

Icers spurred by power play

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 04:00:00 -0500

After the Penn State Icers won the ESCHL Championship Sunday, forward Chris Cerutti said he can't remember a game where he scored four-straight goals against such tough competition. But a big part of Cerutti's success is thanks to the Icers' power play, which awoke in the second period Sunday and ignited the Icers' offense.

Icers take league title over URI

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 04:52:00 -0500

There was a calm mob around Penn State Icers goaltender Teddy Hume when the clock hit zeros at the Fred Rust Arena Sunday.

Icers win ESCHL title

Sun, 21 Feb 2010 20:41:00 -0500

The Penn State Icers beat Rhode Island 7-5 Sunday to win the ESCHL Championship.

Icers survive, advance to ESCHL finals

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 19:21:00 -0500

Despite giving up two separate leads in Saturday's ESCHL semifinal game, the No. 2 Penn State Icers held on to beat the No. 18 West Chester Golden Rams.

Icers prepared for do-or-die in tournament

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 04:52:00 -0500

Tim O'Brien doesn't get nervous. Penn State enters as the top overall seed, giving it a bye from Friday's action, and will face the winner of West Chester and Drexel on Saturday afternoon.

Icers hope to avoid last year's slips

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 04:00:00 -0500

What was a mere formality coming into the weekend became reality Wednesday when the final ACHA rankings were released. Before that, Penn State will be the top seed in the ESCHL playoffs this weekend at Delaware. But even before the seeds were released, junior forward Tim O'Brien was cautious about the team's high seed.

ACHA tournament has wrong teams

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 04:00:00 -0500

The ACHA tournament decides the national champion from a group of 16 teams --unfortunately, it's not the nation's best 16. The tournament field is supposed to be made up of the top-16 ranked teams in the final coaches poll of the season, but with automatic bids handed out to each of the six conference champions and the tournament's host team, that plan has not worked out so well this season.

2010 Men's Division 1 National Tournament Schedule Released

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0500

16. Rutgers

2009-2010 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #9

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0500

SIX NEW TEAMS GOING TO NATIONAL TOURNAMENT UNION LAKE, MI - The votes are in, and six new teams will be competing at the 2010 American Collegeiate Hockey Association (ACHA) Men's Division 1 National Tournament, including Minot State University, Oakland University, Arizona State University, Robert Morris University Illinois, State University of New York at Canton, and Rutgers University.

Icers' playoff opener set for SUNY-Canton

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 04:52:00 -0500

After clinching the ESCHL title last weekend, the No. 2 Penn State Icers knew they would be playing in the ACHA national tournament. Now they know exactly who and when they will be playing. Despite finishing at No. 22 in the final rankings, the Kangaroos received an automatic bid to the field of 16 after winning the ECHL regular season title.

Line changes bring success

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 04:00:00 -0500

Each forward line on the Penn State Icers is named by the color of jersey it wears during practice. The performance against Drexel came after Penn State coach Scott Balboni changed his lines around numerous times during this season. But one thing he has been committed to doing is rolling four forward lines when possible, something that has been successful for him.

Special teams try to save legs

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 04:00:00 -0500

When Paul Daley woke up Sunday morning, things didn't feel right. Penn State special teams players serve on both units, something that isn't done every year but seemed to suit this year's team.

Icers' goalies prepping for nationals

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 04:50:00 -0500

In a season of firsts for Teddy Hume, the No. 2 Penn State Icers hope he can do one more thing he's never done before -- win four games in five days. But the national tournament, which starts March 8, is different from anything the Icers have done this season. The champion will have won four games in five days.

Icers clinch league title

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 04:46:00 -0500

When the clock ticked down on the No. 2 Penn State Icers' 5-1 win against Drexel Saturday, there was no pomp and circumstance.

Penalties, scrappy play highlight Saturday's contest

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 04:00:00 -0500

Dan Ivanir found himself with a unique viewpoint of the Greenberg Ice Pavilion Saturday night.

Icers sweep Drexel with 5-1 win

Sun, 14 Feb 2010 02:46:00 -0500

One day after the Penn State Icers clinched the ESCHL title, the Icers

Slippery Rock, Rutgers, and Penn State Join the Dance. 7 Have Punched Tickets for 2010 M1 National Championships

Sat, 13 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0500

SLIPPERY ROCK, PENN STATE, RUTGERS, OHIO, STONY BROOK, CANTON, AND ROBERT MORRIS (IL) ARE IN

Icers have no time to rest with season winding down

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 04:48:00 -0500

In the third period of Saturday's game against Rhode Island, defenseman Steve Thurston reared back and fired the puck from the blue line.

Icers look to improve on second periods

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 04:00:00 -0500

It's only a few feet that separate one bench from the other in a hockey rink.

Appendix burst sidelines forward

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 04:51:00 -0500

Freshman forward Dominic Morrone, the Penn State Icers second-leading scorer, will be out indefinitely after getting his appendix removed.

PSU ready for nationals

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 04:48:00 -0500

The last four weeks were no fluke.

O'Brien becoming key defender for Icers

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 04:00:00 -0500

There's a lot riding on Rich O'Brien's shoulders right now.

Icers split weekend contests with Rhode Island

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 04:51:00 -0500

Midway through the second period, the Penn State Icers found themselves down two men as Rhode Island went on the power play. For Penn State, which had struggled on the penalty kill all weekend, giving up three goals in those situations through both games, the sequence was a turning point.

Morrone gets two key assists for Icers

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 04:00:00 -0500

The weekend started poorly for Dominic Morrone. But by the end of the game Saturday afternoon, no one at the rink was paying attention to his jersey. Instead, they were paying attention to the freshman who made two outstanding individual efforts that led to two goals Saturday in the No. 2 Icers' 5-1 win.

The Lions of Winter (video)

Sun, 07 Feb 2010 17:00:00 -0500

YouTube video - The Lions of Winter: A celebration of the 70th anniversary of hockey at Penn State University.

Icers notch split with Rhode Island

Sat, 06 Feb 2010 19:29:00 -0500

The Penn State Icers control their own destiny.

Icers lose first home game of the season

Sat, 06 Feb 2010 00:04:00 -0500

All it took was one bad bounce to end the Penn State Icers' home undefeated streak.

Hume's status unknown while battling flu

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 04:50:00 -0500

Teddy Hume was planning on spending this week battling back from a poor performance in last weekend's series finale against Delaware. As the No. 2 Penn State Icers prepare to take on the No. 10 Rhode Island Rams in a pair of games that will have a big impact on who wins the ESCHL regular season conference title, it is unclear whether the team's starting netminder will be ready to go.

2009-2010 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #8

Sat, 06 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0500

LINDENWOOD RETAINS THE #1 SPOT

Icers look to bounce back

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 04:49:00 -0500

As he sat in the locker room after a 4-2 defeat at the hands of Delaware, defenseman John Conte heard a noise.

Senior leadership big going into tough game

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 04:49:00 -0500

Interlaced now between the championship banners at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion are banners of some of this year's Penn State Icers seniors.

Two former Icers ready for Hall of Fame honor

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 16:49:00 -0500

This Saturday, two former champions with the Penn State Icers will be returning to the ice at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion. But they won't be playing.

Blue Hens snap win streak

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 04:52:00 -0500

It spanned 19 games, 103 days and involved 99 Penn State goals. A disastrous second period Saturday snapped the No. 2 Penn State Icers' 19-game ACHA winning streak, as they gave up three unanswered goals to No. 14 Delaware before eventually losing the game, 4-2.

Assistant to leave after season

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 04:52:00 -0500

The five seniors are no longer the only members of the No. 2 Penn State Icers who have just one more chance to win an ACHA championship. After helping the Icers as an assistant coach for two years, Downey will be leaving Penn State at the end of this season after his wife, Amy Downey, accepted a job offer in Boston.

Bad period ends Icers' 19-game winning streak

Sat, 30 Jan 2010 20:11:00 -0500

It took more than three months and 19 games to build and only one period to lose. The No. 2 Penn State Icers had their 19-game ACHA winning streak snapped Saturday in a 4-2 loss to Delaware. Despite being tied 1-1 after the opening period, the Fightin' Blue Hens dominated the second period, outscoring the Icers 3-0 and chasing starting goalie Teddy Hume from the game.

Assistant coach to leave Icers after season

Sat, 30 Jan 2010 17:43:00 -0500

Next year, there will be a familiar face missing from the Penn State bench. Assistant coach Bill Downey, who spent his playing career at Penn State and is in his second year as an assistant for the Icers, will be leaving the team at the end of this season.

Icers win defensive battle

Sat, 30 Jan 2010 00:24:00 -0500

Despite being held to only one goal Friday night, the No. 2 Penn State Icers managed to win their 19th-straight ACHA game. Though the Icers (24-2-1) tied a season-low for goals in a game with just one, they beat the No. 14 Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens, 1-0.

Elite may miss playoffs

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 04:51:00 -0500

The ACHA tournament has a simple format -- the top-16 teams qualify, and the other 39 go home.

Icers prepare for tough test in front of net

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 04:00:00 -0500

When asked at practice earlier this week about what to expect from No. 14 Delaware this weekend, Penn State Icers goaltender Teddy Hume said the Fighting Blue Hens will be a desperate hockey club.

Icers, Blue Hens to face off after scrappy December meeting

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 04:00:00 -0500

The last time these two teams played, Delaware goalie Kurt Pflumm darted away from the official escorting him to the locker room as the crowd rose to its feet. The altercation was the climax of a game against the Blue Hens that saw 14 penalties in the third period, including two game misconducts between the rivals. However, with Delaware on the docket this weekend, Penn State doesn't expect any flare-ups.

Goalies focusing on rebound control

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 04:51:13 -0500

The familiar gray mask was back in net at Tuesday's practice.

Icers excel in close games

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 04:50:00 -0500

As Steave Meade's shot slipped by goalie John Jay, and the Greenberg Ice Pavilion fell silent, no one on the bench panicked.

Depth makes up for lack of superstar

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 04:49:00 -0500

As a team, the Penn State Icers are ranked right near the top of the ACHA.

Goalie battles back from rough third period

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 04:52:00 -0500

Late in the third period Saturday, John Jay laid in front of his net with the puck behind him.

Icers beat WCU

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 04:50:00 -0500

With 1:13 left in regulation Saturday afternoon and his team trailing by one, Penn State coach Scott Balboni called a timeout and gathered his players. Three seconds later, Thurston delivered on a shot from the point that tied the game and propelled the No. 2 Icers to a 5-4 shootout win against No. 19 West Chester.

PSU's special teams shine in home-and-home sweep

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 04:50:29 -0500

When forward Marek Polidor scored a powerplay goal in the first period Friday night, the floodgates opened. With Penn State scoring goals this weekend in all three stages of the game, it's something the Icers believe shows their versatility as a team.

Icers survive West Chester in shootout

Sat, 23 Jan 2010 08:33:00 -0500

The No. 2 Penn State Icers beat No. 19 West Chester, 5-4, in a shootout Saturday afternoon at Greenberg Ice Pavilion.

Icers beat West Chester to kick off home-and-home

Sat, 23 Jan 2010 00:40:00 -0500

The Icers used two power play goals to propel Penn State to

2009-2010 ACHA Men's Division 1 Ranking #7

Sat, 23 Jan 2010 12:00:00 -0500

Penn State Icers move up to number two on the ACHA Men's Division I ranking. "UNION LAKE, MI - The defending ACHA Men's Division 1 National Champions, Lindenwood University tightened its grip on the #1 spot in Ranking #7, garnering 31 of 37 first-place votes. Penn State received 5 first-place votes and pounced up three spots to #2 after sweeping #3 Ohio at State College, PA. The Bobcats received the other first place vote, but have lost three of their last 4 games since handing #1 Lindenwood its only two losses of the season."

PSU looks to extend streak against WCU

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 04:50:00 -0500

The last time the No. 5 Penn State Icers lost an ACHA game, most people didn't even have decorations up for the holidays -- and some were still thinking of ideas for Halloween costumes. "Our goal was always to be somewhere around here record-wise," assistant coach Bill Downey said, "but I didn't expect to go on such a tear of winning so many games without losing any."

Icers look to avoid mental letdown

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 04:00:00 -0500

A little more than three months ago, the Penn State Icers faced a similar situation. A week later, Penn State was faced with a home-and-home set against West Chester, a team the Icers were superior to. By the time Sunday rolled around, Penn State had split the two meetings, losing the final game 4-3 in a shootout.

Icers try to keep fresh after tough weekend

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 04:49:09 -0500

After the Icers' series finale Saturday against Ohio, the wear and tear from the weekend was evident. Many other Icers left in a similar fashion, and this week the team has been trying to recover from a physical weekend with a big rival.

Ice Line is Icers' haunted house

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 04:00:00 -0500

The last time the Penn State Icers went to the Ice Line in West Chester, Teddy Hume said he didn't believe in curses. A lot has changed for the Icers since that October night in Chester County. But as the No. 5 Icers head back to the Ice Line for the first game of a home-and-home with the Golden Rams, the team will have to clear what Penn State coach Scott Balboni called a "mental hurdle."

Hume showing resiliency in recent success in goal

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 04:49:00 -0500

Before Teddy Hume jumped into the glass Saturday afternoon after the Penn State Icers' win over Ohio, Tim O'Brien came up to him and gave the goalie a hug.

Penalty kill stands strong for Icers in sweep

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 04:15:41 -0500

All weekend long the Penn State Icers lived on the edge.

Team mentality leads to defining wins

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 04:00:00 -0500

As the buzzer sounded Saturday night and the Penn State Icers had swept No. 2 Ohio, it was more than just a victory.

Icers complete weekend sweep of rival Bobcats

Sat, 16 Jan 2010 20:07:00 -0500

As the clock hit zero Saturday at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion, there was no need to even look at the scoreboard to know the No. 5 Penn State Icers had won the game.

Icers beat rival Ohio behind fast start

Sat, 16 Jan 2010 01:51:00 -0500

After being benched in the team's win over unranked Washington and Jefferson last weekend, Teddy Hume was back in net for the No. 5 Penn State Icers Friday night -- and he was back to his winning ways.

Schedule toughens starting with Ohio

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 04:52:00 -0500

Icers look to replace injured forward Pronchik

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 04:40:00 -0500

Broken thumb sidelines center

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 04:48:00 -0500

Penn State playing sloppy in wins

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 16:48:00 -0500

Shift changes game for Icers

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 04:49:00 -0500

When Kurt Collins pumped his fist in celebration Saturday afternoon, he seemed to direct the early bad vibes of the No. 5 Penn State Icers off to the rafters with it.

Icers survive scare at home

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 04:42:00 -0500

Midway through the second period after a missed offensive opportunity, Tim O'Brien glanced toward the Greenberg Ice Pavilion rafters, shaking his head.

Jay comes off bench to spark Icers

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 04:00:00 -0500

In hockey etiquette, the starting goalie is always at the head of the line leading the team out of the tunnel and onto the ice.

Icers come back to beat Washington & Jefferson

Sat, 09 Jan 2010 20:25:00 -0500

The Penn State Icers got four unanswered goals Saturday - two in the third period - to spur the Icers (19-2-1) to a comeback 5-3 win against Washington & Jefferson Saturday Afternoon at Greenberg Ice Pavilion.

Icers beat Robert Morris in exhibition at Mellon Arena

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 21:19:00 -0500

In the team's first game in almost a month, the Penn State Icers needed two goals from Paul Daley in the final period to beat Robert Morris, 3-2, Friday night at Mellon Arena. Unfortunately for the Icers, it won't count.

Icers excited to play at Igloo

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 16:39:00 -0500

It might be one of the most inconspicuous major arenas in the country.

2011 Nationals will be at Delaware March 5-9, 2011

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0500

2011 ACHA Men's Division 1 Nationals Awarded to Delaware

Icers roll past Niagara as tempers flare

Sat, 12 Dec 2009 10:25:00 -0500

Steve Thurston's night started with him skating onto the ice wearing a Santa hat.

Icers focus on other aspects in December

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 04:00:00 -0500

Scott Balboni's teams live by one mantra -- academics, family and hockey.

Team's attitude intimidates

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 04:48:00 -0500

Coaches always preach to play through the whistle.

Icers continue battling back

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 04:48:00 -0500

It's not necessarily how a team starts that matters, but how it finishes.

Polidor provides spark to Icer offense

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 04:50:00 -0500

Marek Polidor stood behind the red line, waiting for the signal from the referee.

PSU sweeps heated series

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 04:50:00 -0500

Despite having allowed no goals through the first two periods, the story of the No. 5 Penn State Icers' game Saturday was not junior Teddy Hume's first potential shutout of the season.

Kirstein impactful in return

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 04:50:00 -0500

It was as if he never left.

Hume's shutout overshadowed

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 04:50:00 -0500

At the apex of Saturday's chaos-filled third period, Teddy Hume just leaned back against the crossbar of his net.

Icers dominate penalty-filled game

Sat, 05 Dec 2009 20:11:00 -0500

On a day that featured a senior captain scoring a goal in his return and a goalie following up a solid performance last night with a shutout today, the focus of the game was something else completely.

Icers win in a shootout thriller

Sat, 05 Dec 2009 10:55:00 -0500

In a battle between ESCHL rivals Friday night, 60 minutes of regulation hockey wasn't enough to decide a winner between the No. 5 Penn State Icers and the No. 13 Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens.

Icers seek commanding lead in division

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 04:50:00 -0500

Through 18 games this year, the No. 6 Penn State Icers have lost only twice in regulation.

Icers see merit in faceoffs

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 04:00:00 -0500

It might seem odd to some that the outcome of a hockey game can be decided by the drop of a puck.

Icers improve defensively

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 04:00:00 -0500

Sometimes, it just takes a little bit of time.

Team bonds through adversity of loss

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 04:48:00 -0500

There were no words needed.

Icers recovering from injury bug

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 04:48:00 -0500

Despite adding one to their loss column this past weekend, the No. 6 Penn State Icers were relieved to finally have a weekend in which they didn't add to their list of injuries.

Robert Morris strengthens conference for Penn State

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 04:48:00 -0500

By this time next year, the Eastern State Collegiate Hockey League (ESCHL) will have a much different look.

Robert Morris PA Moving to Eastern States Collegiate Hockey League

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

The Eastern States Collegiate Hockey League (ESCHL) will see the addition of Robert Morris University Pennsylvania beginning with the 2010-2011 season. This will bring the ESCHL membership for 2010-2011 to five teams: Delaware, Penn State, Rhode Island, Robert Morris PA, and West Chester. Drexel and Navy will depart the ESCHL after the conclusion of the 2009-2010 season.

Icers fall in finale

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 04:51:00 -0500

The last time the Penn State Icers lost in regulation this season, it was a one-goal loss to the No. 5 ACHA team in the country.

Icers beat Southern New Hampshire for 11th straight win

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 18:57:00 -0500

The Penn State Icers scored four unanswered goals - three in the third period - to erase a one-goal deficit and beat Southern New Hampshire 5-2 Saturday in the PAL/Stovepipe Tournament.

Icers' win streak hits double digits

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 06:52:00 -0500

Icers dominate Navy, extend win streak

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 10:36:51 -0500

PSU to take on NCAA teams

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:48:00 -0500

Icers ready for tough, physical game

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:40:00 -0500

Power play defense coming together

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:00:00 -0500

Power play struggles continue

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 04:48:00 -0500

Team starting to get healthy

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 04:00:00 -0500

Senior leadership paces Lions

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:30:00 -0500

Icers win in shootout to sweep Rams

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:46:00 -0500

Icers rally to defeat Rhode Island

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 09:43:00 -0500

Icers keep win streak alive

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:49:00 -0500

Powerplay struggles see improvements

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 04:00:00 -0500

Win streak on line against No. 7 Rams

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 04:00:00 -0500

Icers aim to play quicker in upcoming road games

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 04:50:00 -0500

Stagnant rankings serve as motivation

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 04:00:00 -0500

Icers wrap up road trip

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 04:00:00 -0500

Icers points leaders blend of youth, experience

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 04:00:00 -0500

Icers sweep series at Navy to earn sixth straight win

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 04:46:00 -0500

ACHA Men's Division Ranking # 3

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Men's Division I Ranking #3 with Penn State (Icers) remaining in the sixth spot. No new entries in the top ten.

Icers win sixth in a row, sweep Navy

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 21:56:00 -0500

Icers win on the road against Navy.

Ex-Icer to lead flyover at game Saturday

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 04:47:00 -0500

Collegian article about former Icer Joe Bassett being part of the flyby at Beaver Stadium....."Fourteen years ago, he stood in the crowd watching jets fly over Beaver Stadium before a football game, dreaming he would be the pilot in one of those jets some day. Now, Saturday, former Penn State Icer Charles Joe Bassett III will be. Before the Penn State Nittany Lions kick off their clash with the Ohio State Buckeyes, Bassett will lead one of four F-16 jets over the stadium. "Ever since my first football game in 1995, I thought it'd be really cool to do that," he said. ....."

Icers start to find momentum

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 04:00:00 -0500

Icers taking out the trash

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 04:00:00 -0500

Transfer finding success with Icers

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 04:00:00 -0500

Collegian article on Icers player Ryan Paradis, who transferred to Penn State.

Icers forwards battling through injuries

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 04:00:00 -0500

Penn State looks to continue offensive potency

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 04:00:00 -0500

Hume taking stranglehold on starting job

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 04:26:00 -0500

Collegian article about starting goalie Teddy Hume....."There's no question about who's the No. 1 goaltender now. The silver mask sits on top of the net at the beginning of each period, waiting for Teddy Hume to lead the Penn State Icers out of the tunnel like he always does. He puts on the silver mask he's had for the past five years that's made his goaltender brethren, John Jay and Dan Ivanir, spectators in recent weeks. Maybe nothing says more about his situation than getting two consecutive starts last weekend for Penn State against West Virginia, stopping 29 of 32 shots in the two games and making several key saves......"

Icers control WVU in weekend sweep

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 04:48:00 -0500

Collegian article reviewing the past home games against WVU....."No Taylor Cera, no Matt Kirstein, no problem. With two of the Penn State Icers missing this weekend's action with injuries, the Icers responded with a sweep of No. 25 West Virginia. First it was a 10-1 rout on Friday night that was capped off with a Ryan Paradis goal at the third-period buzzer. Less than 24 hours later, Penn State picked up where it left off, crushing the Mountaineers 8-2 and putting together what Icers coach Scott Balboni believes was their most consistent and complete weekend of the season....."

Icers pass test in physicality

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 04:00:00 -0500

Icers dominate West Virginia

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 19:04:00 -0500

Collegian article about the last win home against WVU (Saturday game).

Icers look for consistency throughout games

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 04:48:00 -0500

Collegian article about consistency issues....."Leading 3-1 in the second period last Friday night against Drexel, victory looked inevitable. As the Penn State Icers skated to the locker room at the end of the period, the scoreboard read 3-3. Like that, Drexel was back into the game. While Penn State went on to win 6-3, it's that lack of consistency that has eluded the Icers this season. All year long, the Icers have stressed playing a full 60 minutes of hockey, with Tim O'Brien leading the rallying cry. In his eyes, Penn State is getting closer to finally reaching that magic number, saying the team has played about 40 minutes of strong hockey. ....."

Unknowns positive for team

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 04:40:00 -0500

Collegian article about the number of unknown factors ....."Seventeen players who have put on the No. 6 Penn State Icers sweater in the 2009-10 season did the same thing last season. Tim O'Brien and Teddy Hume are still there. As are Ryan Paradis and Steve Thurston and John Conte. But goaltender Nick Signet isn't there. Neither is forward Luke DeLorenzo. But despite not having the veteran leadership of 13 seniors like last season, there's a feeling that the unknown factors around this team could possibly be a positive attribute. ,,,,,"

Captain Kirstein, Cera to miss time

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 04:00:00 -0500

Collegian article about Icers captains missing play time due to injuries....."Penn State Icers forward Matt Kirstein has a sprained medial collateral ligament (MCL) and expects to be out for three to five weeks, he said Wednesday. Kirstein suffered the injury during practice Tuesday, when he suffered a big hit by a teammate during a drill. Penn State coach Scott Balboni called the injury a "stinger" Tuesday, but Wednesday Kirstein said the injury was a sprained MCL. The senior forward did not give a definite timetable for his return and he joins a growing list of injured Icers. "It's real frustrating just for the fact alone that I thought I had a pretty good year last year," Kirstein said. "I wanted to be able to be a leader for the team on the ice and continue to play the way I played. I think the toughest thing is it's tough to be a leader when you're not able to play. You can do many things, but being on the ice with the guys is the biggest thing you miss." Kirstein -- who said he already started to rehab the knee before he went to the doctor Wednesday -- had been in and out of the lineup so far this season. ".....

O'Brien finds a groove offensively

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 04:00:00 -0500

Collegian article on Tim O'Brien....."If there were any doubts that Tim O'Brien was back prior to last weekend, they were silenced in a big way. During the weekend set against Drexel, O'Brien scored three goals, as many as he had scored all year up to that point as the Penn State Icers swept the Dragons. With O'Brien taking the summer off battling a wrist injury, the junior felt he lost the touch in the work with his hands and feet along with the other nuances of the game.".....

Icers get help from former goalie

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 04:00:00 -0500

Collegian article featuring Brian Gratz, who is now the DII coach....."It may be his first year as the Penn State Icers' goalie coach, but Brian Gratz is no stranger to the nets in the Greenberg Ice Pavilion. After all, Gratz is a former Penn State goalie himself, playing for both the ACHA Division I Icers and the Division II Ice Lions in his time at Penn State. Even now, Gratz, Class of 2004, has ties to both teams as he also serves as the head coach of the Ice Lions. "....

Roster still in flux for Icers

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 04:11:00 -0500

Collegian article about possible Icers lineup changes......"Near the end of Monday's optional skate at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion, Matt Kirstein, back in full pads and skates, sat in the Penn State Icers bench, talking to assistant coach Pat Fung. The senior forward returned to the ice Monday, testing out a groin injury that has bothered him for most of the season and kept him out of the lineup recently. His status is still up in the air for this weekend against West Virginia, as is Taylor Cera's because of his ankle injury. If the two of them are out, Penn State coach Scott Balboni might have to shuffle his roster as he has had to a good amount this season. But if there is a silver lining to that, it's that's Balboni has given large chunks of the roster playing time and many have capitalized.".....

Zitarelli makes most of his opportunity

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 04:00:00 -0500

Collegian article on Joseph Zitarelli....."On three Friday nights and one Saturday afternoon at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion, Joseph Zitarelli had a great view. As the rest of his teammates played on the ice below, Zitarelli stood above in the balcony behind the net in his suit watching fellow freshmen and fellow forwards compete. But last Friday night was different.".....

X-Rays Negative On Icers' Cera

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 04:00:00 -0500

Collegian article about Taylor Cera's injury....."The status of Penn State Icers junior forward Taylor Cera is up in the air for this weekend's games against West Virginia. Assistant coach Bill Downey said X-rays on Cera's ankle, which was injured in Friday's 6-3 win over Drexel, were negative. "I think [the team] is just going to take it day by day and see how the pain is in his leg," said Downey. "They'll let us know when he's ready to go, and we'll get him back in there." ".....

Victory over Drexel avenges previous loss

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 05:46:00 -0500

Collegian article about the away win against Drexel....."Last season, the No. 6 Penn State Icers outshot Drexel by 46 and still suffered their first loss to the Dragons in the program's history. This year, sophomore Paul Daley refused to let anything similar happen again. After the Dragons tied the game with 1:23 left, Daley retaliated only 14 seconds later with a goal of his own, giving the Icers a 4-3 win Saturday night in a game where Penn State outshot Drexel 72-14. "We wanted to respond right away and take away any momentum they got off that goal," Daley said. The idea was to go out there and make a big hit or big play, and fortunately, that's what we did." The game was reminiscent of Drexel's last-minute upset a year ago, when the Dragons scored with only 26 seconds left to win a game dominated by Penn State's offense. "

Coach Balboni gets 100th win after four years

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 05:46:00 -0500

Additional Collegian article about Balboni's 100th win.