At a glance: Western Michigan, Colgate, Penn State and Robert Morris in the Three Rivers Classic
The teams play Monday and Tuesday in Pittsburgh.
Men’s D-I: Robert Morris
Atlantic Hockey suspends Mercyhurst’s Cook one game after head contact penalty
Atlantic Hockey announced Thursday that Mercyhurst junior forward Kyle Cook has been assessed a one-game suspension for his contact to the head penalty on Dec. 14 against Robert Morris. On the play, Cook was assessed a five-minute major for contact to the head and a game misconduct at the 12:59 mark of the third period. … Read more
Robert Morris freshman Ghantous handed one-game suspension by Atlantic Hockey
Atlantic Hockey announced Tuesday that Robert Morris freshman defenseman Elias Ghantous has received a one-game suspension for his contact to the head major penalty during the Colonials’ exhibition contest on Saturday, Oct. 4 against Ryerson. Ghantous was assessed five-minute major and game misconduct penalties at the 6:17 mark of the third period. He will serve … Read more
Your team lost to a CIS school? Here’s why you shouldn’t read too much into it
Last year, four teams lost their opening weekend exhibition games, and three went on to have winning records at the end of the season.
Better start critical for Robert Morris to avoid needing second-half surge
The Colonials won last season’s Atlantic Hockey playoff title, but they started with just two wins before Christmas.
Ten to watch: Meet some of college hockey’s impact forwards for 2014-15
Size doesn’t always matter when it comes to the forwards that could make a difference in college hockey this season.
Mercyhurst the coaches’ top pick in Atlantic Hockey preseason poll results
Mercyhurst, which won the Atlantic Hockey regular-season championship in 2013-14, has been picked to once again finish atop the standings after the conference released the results of the preseason coaches’ poll on Wednesday. The Lakers took home six first-place votes in the balloting.
Robert Morris coach Schooley gets contract extension through 2019-20 season
Robert Morris head coach Derek Schooley has agreed to a four-year contract extension with RMU that will take him through the 2019-20 season. Schooley was previously under contract through 2015-16. “We’re delighted to extend Coach Schooley’s contract into the next decade,” RMU athletic director Dr. Craig Coleman said in a news release. “He’s the … Read more
For Robert Morris, applause from Minnesota fans after loss caps ‘great experience’
The Colonials made their first NCAA tournament appearance in a 7-3 loss to the Gophers in the West Regional.
Our conference columnists offer NCAA regionals thoughts, predictions
USCHO’s conference writers analyze the games in which the teams they cover are involved.
2014 West Regional preview: Top overall seed Minnesota looks to again enjoy comforts of home
Minnesota plays Robert Morris and Notre Dame plays St. Cloud State in the first round at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, Minn.
Robert Morris’ Wydo no longer overlooked after Atlantic Hockey tourney MVP performance
The junior reached 30 goals on the season with a hat trick in the championship game.
Mercyhurst netminder Sarjeant selected Atlantic Hockey player of the year
Atlantic Hockey handed out its individual year-end awards Thursday night at the league’s annual championship reception at the Blue Cross Arena in Rochester, N.Y. Mercyhurst goaltender Jimmy Sarjeant took home top honors as he was tabbed the AHA player of the year after going 14-0-5 with a 2.00 GAA, a .943 save percentage and one … Read more
Atlantic Hockey honors 18 on three All-Conference Teams
Atlantic Hockey announced its three All-Conference Teams on Thursday as 18 players were honored. 2014 AHA All-Conference First Team 2014 AHA All-Conference Second Team 2014 AHA All-Conference Third Team
Bowling Green and Robert Morris to play outdoors in Toledo in January 2015
Robert Morris and Bowling Green will play an outdoor game in Toledo, Ohio, on Jan. 3, 2015. The game, which will be just the second NCAA Division I outdoor game in the state, is slated to be part of the ECHL Toledo Walleye’s Winterfest at Fifth Third Field. “We are very excited to be a … Read more
A quick look at the Great Lakes Invitational, Three Rivers Classic
Here’s a look at the college hockey holiday tournaments that start Friday.
Robert Morris hopes its big-game play carries over to league contests
Consistency will start in net as Robert Morris looks to find a replacement for Eric Levine, who played all but 220 minutes last season, recording a .929 save percentage.
Nicholson, Workman promoted to associate head coach at Robert Morris
Robert Morris has announced the promotion of Matt Nicholson and Mark Workman to dual associate head coaching roles under head coach Derek Schooley. “Mark and Matt are starting their fifth season at Robert Morris and both are integral parts of our team,” said Schooley in a news release. “Both have done an excellent job in … Read more
Second All-American Prospects Game to be held in Pittsburgh
The second annual CCM/USA Hockey All-American Prospects Game will be held Thursday, Sept. 26, 2013 at the CONSOL Energy Center in Pittsburgh. The first such game was Sept. 29, 2012 at the First Niagara Center in Buffalo, N.Y.
At a glance: Quick facts on the holiday tournaments
Summaries of the seven tournaments that run Friday through Monday.