2003-2004 Season Results
(Most recent results are at the bottom of
the page)
ACHA Divsion I Ranking # 1
ACHA Press Release (October 9th) - Four-time defending ACHA Division 1 National
Champion Penn State was the overwhelming choice for the top spot in the first
ranking of the 2003-04 season, getting 28 of a possible 30 first-place votes.
The Nittany Lions will make their season debut on Friday against #6 Iowa State.
# 2 Illinois moved up one spot from the pre-season ranking and received the
other 2 first-place votes. Lindenwood University made its debut in the ACHA
rankings coming in at #13 after sweeping Ohio University on the road.
Pre-Season Ranking
Rk Pvs
Team
1 1
Penn State
2 3
Illinois
3 4
Minot State
4 5
Delaware
5 2
Ohio
6 8
Iowa State
7 9
Saint Louis
8 6
Arizona
9 7
Eastern Michigan
10 11 Towson
11 10 Michigan-Dearborn
12 13 Rhode
Island
13 NR Lindenwood
14 12 Drexel
15 16 Washington
& Jefferson
16 15 West Chester
17 14 Western
Michigan
18 19 Arizona
State
19 18 Mercyhurst
20 20 Robert
Morris
ACHA Showcase Friday October 10th AWAY
PSU Icers 8 Iowa State 5
#1 Penn State Icers (1-0-0) win season opener at the ACHA Showcase in West Chester
PA over #8 Iowa State (5-4-0) by a score of 8-5. Kevin Jaeger had two
goals and an assist while his linemates, Glenn Zuck (1 goal and 2 assists) and
Justin DePretis (1 goal and 1 assist), also got off to fast starts. Senior defenseman
Curtiss Patrick had a goal and 3 assists. Junior transfer Mike Carrano scored
his first goal as an Icer and added an assist while Greg Windsor and Brett Wilson
each scored once.
The Icers outshot the Cyclones 57 - 26 and held a 7-1 lead with 9 minutes remaining
in the game before sloppy defensive play led to a Cyclones flurry as they scored
three goals in the final 4 minutes. Icer sophomore goalie Scott Blackman
made 21 saves while Ross Patrick and Trent Baker of ISU combined to turned aside
49.
ACHA Showcase Saturday October 11th AWAY
PSU Icers 6 ASU 1
The #1 Penn State Icers (2-0-0) pick up their 2nd win of the season at the ACHA
Showcase in West Chester, PA over #19 Arizona State (5-1-0) by a score of 6-1.
Glenn Zuck scored 4 goals and Brendan Roache (1 goal and 1 assist) and Jack
Weber scored as well. Kevin Jaeger and Justin DePretis each had 2 assists.
The Icers outshot the Ice Devils 52 - 29 and held ASU scoreless on 12 power
play opportunities including 3 separate 5 on 3's.The Icers overcame their sloppy
defensive play against the ISU Cyclones in Friday's game but took far too many
penalties (48 PIM's to ASU's 36). Icer freshman goalie Chris Matteo made several
spectacular saves turning aside 28 ASU shots.
ACHA Showcase Sunday October 12th AWAY
PSU Icers 17 Mercyhurst 3
The ACHA #1 Penn State Icers finished 3-0 at the ACHA showcase with a 17-3 dismantling
of Mercyhurst College (ACHA) on Sunday afternoon in West Chester, PA.
With the score 1-0 15 minutes into the first period the Icers scored 4 goals
in less than 3 minutes to blow the game open. The Nittany Lion Icers were led
by Junior forward Justin DePretis' four goals and a hat trick from Sophomore
Brendan Martin. Luke Walker, Bill Downey and Jack Weber each chipped in
with 2 goals while V.J. Nardy and Pat Schaeffer scored their first goals as
Icers. Mike Carrano scored his 2nd goal of the season to round out the scoring.
Kevin Jaeger and Glenn Zuck each had 4 assists.
Senior goalie Brian Gratz made 19 saves while the Icers fired 47 shots at the
Mercyhurst net. PSU was 7 for 9 on the power play while Mercyhurst was
1 for 6. The Icers also scored 3 short handed goals.
HOME GAME VS OHIO UNIVERSITY
October 17th
PSU ICERS 7 Ohio U. 3
A loud and boisterous standing room only crowd of over 1200 helped the ACHA's
#1 ranked Penn State Ice Hockey team (4-0) defeat their arch rivals, the fifth
ranked Ohio University Bobcats (4-4), 7-3 in a battle that resembled a playoff
game with it's intensity and emotion. The evening began with a recognition of
last season's ACHA National Championship as former players Dustin Martin, Paul
Crooker and Captain Neal Price presented University President Graham Spanier,
Athletic Director Tim Curley and Associate AD Herb Schmidt with the Murdoch
Cup as the ACHA National Championship banner was unfurled from the PSU Ice Rink
rafters.
Ohio Struck first with a screen shot that eluded Icer freshman goalie Chris
Matteo who settled down and played outstanding in net the rest of the game making
31 saves.
Penn State took charge after several big hits fired up the Icer crowd and Kevin
Jaeger scored a pair of goals including a PPG and a 4 on 4 goal. The Icers outshot
OU 18-8 in the first period. The Bobcats came out hungry in the second
period firing 13 shots on Matteo who made several spectacular saves to keep
OU off the board.
Despite being outplayed most of the period, the Icers got a PPG from Brendan
Roache and the eventual game winner from transfer junior defenseman Joe Magalque,
his first as an Icer, during a 4 on 4 situation. The goal was a result
of an outstanding individual effort by defenseman Curtiss Patrick who beat 2
OU defenders and then found a wide open Maglaque streaking to the back door
for the goal. Despite being outshot 13-8 for the period, the Icers held a 4-1
lead.
The third period was wild and wide open as the teams traded shots (PSU 14 -
OU 13) in end to end non-stop action. PSU's Luke Walker scored a PPG to put
the Icers ahead 5-1 but OU struck quickly to make it 5-2. While on a Power
Play, OU freshman goalie Ryan Baksh mishandled the puck putting it right on
the stick of Icer penalty killer Kevin Jaeger who fired the puck into an empty
net to complete his hat trick and put the Icers up 6-2. Less than 30 seconds
later the Bobcats converted a PPG on a waist high deflection to get back into
the game. Icer goalie Chris Matteo recovered quickly and continued his
stellar play as the Bobcats pressed hard. Icer Defenseman Chris Rome stole
a puck at the OU blueline and beat both OU defenders before firing a shot past
Baksh to ice the game at 7-3.
HOME GAME VS OHIO UNIVERSITY
October 18th
PSU Icers 5 Ohio University 3
The number one ranked Icers(5-0) sweep their arch rival Ohio Bobcats(4-5) with
a 5-3 victory Saturday. The Icers came out strong in the first period jumping
out to a 2-0 lead on goals by Joe Maglaque and Kevin Jaeger. Maglaque's goal
coming on the power play. The Icers continued to carry the play into the second
period adding a third goal scored by Glenn Zuck. A Brendan Roache penalty seemed
to turn the tide towards the Bobcats favor as they scored their first tally
8:36 into the second stanza. The goal was scored by Nick Bassarab on a rebound
off the boards. Eight minutes later they added another goal, this one by Sean
Gallagher to make it a 3-2 score. It looked as if it would be a one goal game
going into the third when Kevin Jaeger made a great individual effort and scored
with 10 seconds remaining in the period over the glove of Freshman goal tender
Ryan Baksh. The two teams went into the third period with the Icers leading
4-2. In the third period the Bobcats continued to take the play to the Icers
but Freshman goalie Chris Matteo stood strong in net keeping the Bobcats at
bay. When Chris Rome scored 6:52 into the period it looked like the Icers had
waited out the charge by the Bobcats. However less than a minute later Travis
Preble came back and snuck one into the net between the legs of Matteo, bringing
the score to 5-3. It took a great defensive effort by the entire team to hang
onto the shaky two goal lead. The defensive charge was made by the line of Brendan
Roache, Glenn Windsor, and Brett Wilson. In the end, the Icers were able to
hold off the Bobcats to remain undefeated with a 5-3 victory.
Game Notes:
Power Play: PSU 2-7 OU 1-7
SOG: PSU 35
OU 37
Goaltending: Matteo allowed 3 goals on 37 shots for 34 saves
Bakash allowed 5 goals on 35 shots for 35 saves
The Icers top line of Glenn Zuck, Kevin Jaeger, and Justin Depretis continue
on their hot streak netting 8 total points as a line. Kevin Jaeger netted 2
more goals along with 2 assists. Freshman goalie Chris Matteo continues to shine
between the pipes.
2003-04 ACHA Division 1 Ranking #2
ACHA Press Release (October 24th) - West Bloomfield, MI - Four-time defending
ACHA Division 1 National Champion Penn State continues to roll along winning
all five of its games to start the season, including 3 wins at the 1st Annual
ACHA Division 1 Showcase and a sweep at home over #7 Ohio. The Nittany Lions
garnered 29 of a possible 31 first-place votes, while # 2 Illinois received
the other 2 first-place votes. It was a busy week in the polls, as 16 of the
20 teams from the previous ranking moved either up, down, out, or into the polls.
#3 Delaware jumped up two spots after an impressive showing at the D1 Showcase,
while #4 Iowa State also bumped up two spots. #5 Michigan-Dearborn jumped up
6 spots after winning all three of its D1 Showcase games, and then sweeping
arch-rival #13 Eastern Michigan in a home-and-home series. #8 Rhode Island,
with a perfect 7-0-0 record, and #9 Lindenwood, with a flawless 6-0-0 record,
each vaulted up four spots in the polls. Former Division 2 powerhouse, #11 Weber
State from Utah made its Division 1 debut in the polls after taking 2-of-3 from
Minot State, sweeping #17 Saint Louis, and losing to #9 Lindenwood in overtime
on the road. #12 Washington & Jefferson squeezed up three spots to take
over the final qualifying position for nationals. Finally, 2002 ACHA Division
3 National Champions Robert Morris (PA) used a split on the road with #14 Towson
to make their Division 1 debut in the polls coming in at #20.
The next ranking will be released on Friday, November 7.
This years ACHA Division 1 National Championships will be hosted by Iowa State
University and take place March 3-7, 2003 at Ames/ISU Ice Arena in Ames, IA.
2003-2004 Ranking #2
1. Penn State 540 29
2. Illinois 510 2
3. Delaware 456
4. Iowa State 393
5. Michigan-Dearborn 387
6. Minot State 382
7. Ohio 376
8. Rhode Island 360
9. Lindenwood * 334
10. Arizona 297
11. Weber State 274
12. Washington & Jefferson 201
13. Eastern Michigan 200
14. Towson 198
15. West Chester 178
16. Drexel 160
17. Saint Louis 129
18. Arizona State 107
19. Robert Morris (IL) 70
20. Robert Morris (PA) 46
Others receiving votes: Western Michigan, Buffalo, Kent State, Niagara,
Mercyhurst, Duquesne, Navy, and Syracuse.
* = First-year ACHA Team (ineligible for National Tournament)
Brian Moran
Commissioner, ACHA Division 1
www.achahockey.org
HOME GAME VS SUNY BUFFALO
October 24th
Penn State Icers 10 SUNY Buffalo 1
University Park, Pa.-
First Period - The Icers jumped out to a quick start just 4:46 into the
game with a goal from Glenn Zuck at even strength with the assists going to
Justin Depretis and ACHA player of the week Kevin Jaeger. The Icers continued
with a goal only 47 seconds later on a shot off the stick of Brendan Martin
also even strength from Matt Wallace and Marc Switaj. Brett Wilson struck again
for the Icers at 13:33, again even strength off a face off win by Bill Downey
catching goaltender Adam Golder by surprise giving the Icers a 3-0 lead. Buffalo
answered back however at the 15:59 mark on an unassisted goal by Mark DeJames
(even strength). The Icers wasted little time getting it back however as only
40 seconds later on an even strength goal by Pat Schaffer with assists from
Brendan Martin and Marc Switaj. The Icers led after one period 4-1.
Second Period - The Icers continued their dominate play scoring there
times in the second period. The first came at 6:23 Vince Nardy on a nice deflection
on Joe Maglaque’s shot from the point (even strength). At 9:36 of the
period Bill Downey scored on a great move after receiving a pass from Cole Burnham.
With the assist Burnham netted the first point of his Icer career. Justin Depretis
scored his own even strength goal, with a nice deke move on Adam Golder, at
12:58 of the period with the assists going to Glenn Zuck and Kevin Jaeger. Score
at the end of two had the Icers leading 7-1
Third Period - The Ice Bulls came out with a goalie change to start the
third period, sending in Sophomore John Czaplinski. He didn’t fair much
better against the continued pressure of the Icer offense. Justin Depretis started
the scoring in the third period with an even strength goal from Glen Zuck and
Joe Sheridan. Only 2 minutes later the Icers got their only power play goal
of the night when Brendan Roache put the puck into a wide open net after getting
the puck from Joe Maglaque and Glen Zuck. Bill Downey finished off the scoring
at 13:28 when he made a tremendous individual effort shorthanded to steal the
puck and leave the goalie confused as he deked by him to net his second of the
night and the 10th of the game for the Icers. Final score Icers 10 SUNY Buffalo
1.
Period 1
4:22 PSU Glenn Zuck (7) from Kevin Jaeger (10) and Justin Depretis (5) EVEN
5:27 PSU Brendan Martin (4) from Matt Wallace (3) and Marc Switaj (3) EVEN
13:33 PSU Brett Wilson (2) from Bill Downey (7) EVEN
15:59 BUF Mark DeJames Unassisted EVEN
16:39 PSU Pat Schaeffer (2) from Brendan Martin (1) and Marc Switaj (4) EVEN
Penalties: 19:30 BUF Brent Murchie: slashing 2 minutes
Period 2
6:23 PSU Vince Nardy (2) from Joe Maglaque (5) and Mike Carrano (3) EVEN
9:36 PSU Bill Downey (3) from Cole Burnham (1) EVEN
12:58 PSU Justin Depretis (6) from Glenn Zuck (11) and Kevin Jaeger (11) EVEN
Penalties 18:12 BUF Mark DeJames: roughing 2 minutes, 18:12 PSU Jack Weber:
roughing 2 minutes, 19:49 BUF Thomas Pawlak: roughing 2 minutes, 19:49 PSU Joe
Maglaque: roughing 2 minutes, 19:49 PSU Cole Burnham: roughing 2 minutes
Period 3
2:33 PSU Justin Depretis (7) from Glenn Zuck (12) and Joe Sheridan (4) EVEN
4:33 PSU Brendan Roache (4) from Joe Maglaque (6) and Glenn Zuck (13) PP
13:28 PSU Bill Downey (4) Unassisted SH
Penalties 4:11 BUF Brandon Higley: tripping 2 minutes, 4:46 PSU Brendan Roache:
Unsportsmanlike conduct 2 minutes,
12:07 PSU Pat Schaeffer: roughing to the head 2 minutes, 19:33 BUF Mark DeJames:
roughing 2 minutes, 19:33 PSU Brendan Roache: roughing 2 minutes
Game Notes:
This was Icer’s Assistant Coach Mike McNeill’s last game behind
the bench as he will now be the assistant coach at Robert Morris (PA).
Cole Burnham gets his first point as an Icer with his assist in the second period.
The Red Line of Glen Zuck, Kevin Jaeger, and Justin Depretis continue their
hot streak netting 9 total points.
Brian Gratz looked strong in net for his second win of the year.
Bill Downey and Justin Depretis each score 2 goals in the victory.
Power Play: Icers: 1-2, Buffalo: 0-3
Shot on Goal: Icers: 50, Buffalo: 21
Goaltending: Icers: Brian Gratz: 20 of 21; Buffalo: Adam Golder 30 of
37, John Czaplinski 10-13
AWAY GAME VS DREXEL
October 31st
Penn State Icers 3 SUNY Buffalo 1
The Icers faced Drexel at an away game and came back with a close 3-1 win. However
the Icers did command this game by outscoring Drexel 52-16. Scott Blackman was
in Icers goal for this game.
HOME GAME PSU ICERS VS. TOWSON
October 31st
PSU ICERS 14, TOWNSON 1
University Park, Pa. - The number ranked Icers (8-0) remain unbeaten after thoroughly
dismantling the Towson Tigers (7-3-1) 14-1.
First Period
Towson arrived to the Arena only 15 minutes before the game and it took the
Icers much less than that to jump out to a 1-0 lead on Jack Weber’s goal
at 4:20 of the first. The assists came from Brendan Roache and Greg Windsor.
The Icers wasted little time adding to that lead when at 4:47 Penn State struck
again this time on the power play it was Glenn Zuck from Curtiss Patrick and
Joe Maglaque. The Icers kept the power play rolling, scoring two minutes later
at 6:47 on a goal by Bill Downey (6) assisted by Brendan Roache and Justin Depretis
who was just waiting to make his own move. Kevin Jaeger got his name in the
goal scoring column at 12:03 again on the power play with the assists going
to Joe Maglaque and Glenn Zuck. Justin Depretis made his name known as he scored
a goal at 16:14 with an assist from Bill Downey with the Icers power play clicking
again. Depretis tallied his second goal of the game this time at even strength
as he got a nice pass from Bill Downey. That finished the scoring for the period
as the Icer power play was clicking on all cylinders spotting the Icers a 6-0
lead after one period of play.
Second Period
The Icers continued their assault on both the Towson Tigers and the scoreboard
as only 1:34 into the second period Vince Nardy got his first goal of the game
from Brendan Martin and Marc Switaj this goal coming at even strength. The Icers
continued to pressure the Towson defense as Kevin Jaeger got his second goal
of the night to extend the lead to 8-0. The assists going to Glenn Zuck and
Joe Maglaque on the even strength tally. At this point Towson had seen enough
and made a goaltender change and brought in freshman Jeffery Mekelburg for senior
Kevin Birnstill. Justin Depretis got his third goal of the game and second hat
trick of the year at 14:17 of the period on an even strength goal after a nice
outlet pass from Joe Sheridan. Depretis wasn’t finished however as he
scored again at 14:34 on a breakaway for his fourth of the game and the Icers
10th. Credit the assists to Bill Downey and Curtiss Patrick. The Icers had a
commanding 10-0 lead after two periods of play.
Third Period
Again the Icers came out guns ablaze as only ten seconds into the period Vince
Nardy struck again this time on the power play from Matt Wallace. Nardy recorded
his first hat trick as an Icer at the 7:38 mark of the third with an even strength
goal the assist went to Drew Ward. Justin Depreits scored his 5th and last goal
of the night at 9:35 of the period with assists from Brett Wilson and Bill Downey.
The Icers final goal of the game came at 12:15 of the period as Ron “Boo”
White netted his first point and goal as an Icer. He was able to put the puck
in the back of an empty net after a great play by Marc Switaj giving Switaj
the assist. Lost in all of the scoring was a great performance by Scott Blackman.
Blackman was able to stop all of the shots directed towards except one. The
one came at 14:04 when Towson got a lucky break of a rebound. Give credit to
Bill Votta for the goal and to Marc Mastopolo and Troy Mansilla. That one goal
was all that Towson could muster up and the Icer fell into a defensive system
the rest of the game. The final score was Penn State Icers 14 Towson Tigers
1.
Period 1-
4:20 PSU Jack Weber (4) from Greg Windsor (4) and Brendan Roache (5) EVEN
4:47 PSU Glenn Zuck (8) from Curtiss Patrick (12) and Joe Maglaque (7) PP
6:47 PSU Bill Downey (6) from Justin Depretis (7) and Brendan Roache (6) PP
12:03 PSU Kevin Jaeger (8) from Joe Maglaque (8) and Glenn Zuck (15) PP
16:14 PSU Justin Depretis (8) from Bill Downey (8) PP
17:23 PSU Justin Depretis (9) from Bill Downey (9) EVEN
Penalties: 4:30 TOW Marc Mastropolo: slashing 2 minutes
6:06 TOW Jon Mahaffee: roughing 2 minutes
10:44 TOW Jon Woody: slashing 2 minutes
11:05 PSU Justin Depretis: interference 2 minutes
11:56 TOW Stefan Hull: holding 2 minutes
16:02 TOW Marc Mastropolo: checking from behind 2 minutes
17:28 TOW Jon Mahaffee: unsportsmanlike conduct 2 minutes
17:28 PSU Matt Wallace: holding 2 minutes
Period 2-
1:34 PSU Vince Nardy (3) from Brendan Martin (3) and Marc Switaj (5) EVEN
3:52 PSU Kevin Jaeger (9) from Glenn Zuck (16) and Joe Maglaque (9) EVEN
14:17 PSU Justin Depretis (10) from Joe Sheridan (5) EVEN
14:34 PSU Justin Depretis(11) from Bill Downey(10) and Curtiss Patrick (13)
EVEN
Penalties: 2:08 TOW Marc Mastropolo: checking from behind 2 minutes, 3:00 PSU
Brendan Roache: goaltender interference 2 minutes, 12:04 PSU Brendan Martin:
elbowing 2 minutes, 16:54 TOW Grant Richards: delay of game 2 minutes, 16:54
PSU Brendan Roache: delay of game 2 minutes, 19:35 TOW Billy Votta: charging
2 minutes
Period 3-
: 10 PSU Vince Nardy (4) from Matt Wallace (4) PP
7:38 PSU Vince Nardy (5) from Drew Ward (4) EVEN
9:35 PSU Justin Depretis (12) from Brett Wilson (2) and Bill Downey (11) EVEN
12:15 PSU Ron “Boo” White (1) from Marc Switaj (7) EVEN
14:04 TOW Billy Votta (2) from Marc Mastropolo (15) and Troy Mansilla (3) PP
Penalties: 1:52 PSU Brett Wilson: high Sticking 2 minutes, 2:47 TOW Richie
Earley: high sticking 2 minutes, 5:08 PSU Curtiss Patrick: roughing 2 minutes,
13:52 PSU Brendan Martin: roughing 2 minutes
Game Notes
Ron “Boo” White gets his first point and goal as an Icer in the
third period.
Justin Depretis scores 5 goals while teammate Vince Nardy scores 3.
Scott Blackman played a flawless goal netting him a third win of the year.
Power Play: Icers: 5-9 Towson: 1-5
Shots on Goal: Icers: 52 Towson: 25
Goaltending Icers: Scott Blackman 24 of 25 Towson: Kevin Birnstill 19
of 27 Jeffrey Mekelburg 19 of 25
AWAY GAME PSU ICERS VS TOWSON
November 1st
TOWSON 3 PSU ICERS 8
Number one ranked Penn State defeated the 14th ranked Towson Tigers 8-3 to sweep
the home and home series after a 14-1 victory on Friday night at Penn State.
Penn State jumped out to a 6-0 lead before Towson narrowed the lead to 6-3 early
in the third period. Leading scorer Glenn Zuck scored 3 goals and 2 assists
and senior Greg Windsor added 2 goals to help the Icers to their
ninth straight victory.
AWAY GAME PSU ICERS VS WEST CHESTER
November 2nd
WEST CHESTER 0 PSU ICERS 8
The ACHA's No. 1 ranked Penn State Icers (10-0-0) completed a three-game sweep
over the weekend with a convincing 8-0 win over West Chester (8-2-0). Glenn
Zuck once again lead the Icers with 3 goals and 2 assists,
and Justin DePretis and Brendan Roache each scored twice. The final ICER goal
was scored by freshman V. J. Nardy, his 4th goal of the weekend. Fifth-year
senior goaltender Brian Gratz earned his first shutout as an Icer with 20 saves.
Glenn Zuck tallied 7 goals and 4 assists for the weekend while Justin DePretis
scored 8 goals and 2 assists, and Bill
Downey had a goal and 8 assists. Glenn Zuck scored his 100th, 101st and 102nd
goals of his career in his 104th game as an Icer.
2003-2004 ACHA Division I Ranking #3
November 7, 2003
1. Penn State 500 28
2. Illinois 441 1
3. Michigan-Dearborn 416
4. Iowa State 400
5. Rhode Island 378
6. Weber State 341
7. Lindenwood * 340
8. Ohio 326
9. Minot State 323
10. Delaware 303
11. Arizona 251
12. Eastern Michigan 225
13. Washington & Jefferson 220
14. Towson 184
15. West Chester 164
16. Drexel 131
17. Arizona State 88
18. Saint Louis 71
19. Robert Morris (IL) 67
20. Kent State 41
Others receiving votes: Robert Morris (PA), Buffalo, and Niagara.
* = First-year ACHA Team (ineligible for National Tournament)
ACHA Press Release (November 7th) - Four-time defending ACHA Division 1 National
Champion Penn State continues its dominance and sits at the top of this weeks
polls, with a perfect 10-0 record on the season. The Nittany Lions received
28 of a possible 29 first-place votes, while #2 Illinois received the other
first-place vote. It was another busy week of shuffling in the polls, with spots
#3-13 all moving around with the exception of #4 Iowa State.
Michigan-Dearborn moved up two spots to #3 and will travel to take on #2 Illinois
this weekend. Rhode Island moved up three more spots and comes in at #5 with
a perfect 11-0 record. Weber State was the big gainer, jumping up five spots
and coming in at #6. Lindenwood moved up another two spots to #7, and remain
the only other team with an unblemished record at 9-0. Ohio dropped a spot to
#8, while idle Minot State dropped three spots to #9. Delaware took the plunge
seven spots falling to #10 after losing three of its four games.
#11 Arizona opened up its season with three wins and a tie, while Eastern Michigan
and Washington & Jefferson flip-flopped at #12 and #13 respectively. Towson,
West Chester, and Drexel remained unchanged in the 14-16 spots. Arizona State
and Saint Louis traded positions at #17 and #18 respectively. Robert Morris
(IL) stayed pat in the #19 position while Kent State makes its season-debut
in the polls after splitting with #2 Illinois at home.
HOME GAME VS DREXEL
November 7, 2003
PSU ICERS 7 Drexel 2
Icers Power Play comes through as the Icers continue to roll beating Drexel
7-2.
University Park, Pa. -
The Icers (11-0) jumped out to a quick lead over Drexel (5-5-1) when Kevin Jaeger
tallied his tenth of the year after a two game absence. Drexel answered right
back just over three minutes later when Patrick Higgins scored after the Icers
couldn't clear the zone on repeated attempts. That was all the scoring in the
first as both Penn State's Scott Blackman and Drexel's Dan Angleine stood tall
keeping both offenses off the board.
In the second period the Icers staked a 2-1 lead when Kevin Jaeger again scored
with help from Glenn Zuck and Eric Harbaugh. Then the power play took over as
Bill Downey, Justin Depretis, and Mike Carrano all scored with the man advantage
in the second. Justin Depretis added his second of the night at 19:42 to give
the Icers a 6-1 advantage heading into the third.
Both teams were held scoreless for the first half of the third period as both
teams were just trying to capitalize on the others mistakes. The Icers Joe Maglaque
was able to break the ice in the third giving the Icers a 7-1 lead at the 12:32
mark of the period. Drexel was able to add one final goal at 19:16 by Brennian
Antell to make the score 7-2 as Blackman had no chance on a rebound off the
end boards behind the net. Overall the Icers played a solid game once again
dominating an opponent on home ice.
Period 1
Scoring:
3:28 PSU Kevin Jaeger (10th) from Glenn Zuck (20th) Even
6:46 Drexel Patrick Higgins from Anthony Nardo and Peter Naticchione Even
Penalties:
7:36 PSU Jack Weber: interference 2 minutes
13:14 Drexel Flynn Lawrence: high sticking 2 minutes
Period 2
Scoring:
5:23 PSU Kevin Jaeger (11th) from Glenn Zuck (21st) and Eric Harbaugh (3) Even
7:11 PSU Bill Downey (7th) from Chris Rome (4th) PP
16:53 PSU Justin Depretis (16) from Chris Rome (5) and Brandan Roache (9) PP
17:15 PSU Mike Carrano (4) from Kevin Jaeger (12) and Joe Maglaque (12) PP
19:42 PSU Justin Depretis (17th) from Glenn Zuck (22nd) Even
Penalties:
5:59 Drexel Paul Roman: slashing 2 minutes
6:44 Drexel Matt Siegel: roughing 2 minutes
7:56 PSU Curtiss Patrick: interference 2 minutes
8:22 PSU Glenn Zuck: roughing 2 minutes
8:22 Drexel Peter Naticchione: roughing 2 minutes
15:14 Drexel Derek Nash: high sticking 2 minutes
16:52 Drexel Mark Kuchler: roughing 2 minutes
17:31 PSU Lucas Walker: interference 2 minutes
19:42 PSU Glenn Zuck: unsportsmanlike conduct 2 minutes
Period 3
Scoring:
12:32 PSU Joe Maglaque (3rd) from Jack Weber (8th) and Bill Downey (16th) PP
19:16 Drexel Brennian Antell from Peter Naticchione and Mark Kuchler Even
Penalties:
3:20 PSU Curtiss Patrick: tripping 2 minutes
4:38 PSU Joe Maglaque: roughing 2 minutes
4:38 Drexel Derek Nash: roughing 2 minutes
7:50 PSU Mike Carrano: roughing 2 minutes
7:50 Drexel Patrick Callen: roughing 2 minutes
11:25 Drexel Flynn Lawrence: holding 2 minutes
17:12 PSU Mike Carrano: interference 2 minutes
17:12 PSU Glenn Zuck: unsportsmanlike conduct 2 minutes
17:12 PSU Glenn Zuck: 10 minute misconduct
Game Notes
Glenn Zuck added 3 points giving him 36 on the year and 247 for his career.
Power Play: Icers: 4 for 6, Drexel: 0 for 7
Shots on Goal: Icers 59, Drexel 32
Goaltending:
Icers: Scott Blackman: 30 of 32
Drexel: Dan Angeline: 51 of 58, Justin Wolfgang: 1 of 1
HOME ICERS GAME VS DREXEL
November 8, 2003
PSU ICERS 8 DREXEL 1
Icers continue to roll on home ice beating Drexel 8-1 to remain undefeated.
University Park, Pa. – After a rough game last night both teams came out
looking to physically dominate the first 20 minutes of the game. The Icers (12-0)
power play picked up where it left off last night when Joe Maglaque scored his
fourth of the year and the Icers first of the game. The Icers continued the
pressure as they added a second goal just over a minute later when Justin Depretis
put one top shelf to give the Icers a 2-0 lead. Drexel (5-6-1) answered back
on the power play when Patrick Higgins deflected a Peter Naticchione point shot.
Kevin Jaeger re-established the Icers 2 goal lead when he scored his own power
play goal with 1:05 left in the period. The Icers ended the period holding a
3-1 lead over the Dragons.
The second period started out with both goaltenders standing tall in net. The
Icers got on the board in the second period after a line change where Pat Schaeffer
hung out by the Drexel blue line and after a great pass by Joe Maglaque went
in all alone and gave the Icers a 4-1 lead. After Curtiss Patrick took a holding
penalty Eric Harbaugh extended the Icers lead with a shorthanded goal. Brendan
Roache capped the scoring in the period when he and Pat Schaeffer executed a
perfect 2 on 1 break. The Icers went into the intermission with a 6-1 lead.
The Icers added to their lead in the third period as Joe Maglaque scored his
second of the night unassisted to give the Icers a 7-1 lead. Then on the power
play Brendan Martin capped the scoring at the 9:54 mark of the period. The score
may have been decided but the teams had some personal things to take care of.
In the last 4 minutes of the game, the teams totaled 31 penalty minutes including
a game disqualification. Overall the Icers stayed aggressive and continued their
stellar play on home ice defeating Drexel 8-1 and moving their unbeaten record
to 12-0.
Period 1
Scoring:
8:50 PSU Joe Maglaque (4) from Kevin Jaeger (13) PP
10:01 PSU Justin Depretis (18) from Bill Downey (17) and Drew Ward (5) EVEN
14:23 Drexel Patrick Higgins from Mark Kuchler and Peter Naticchione PP
18:55 PSU Kevin Jaeger (12) from Joe Maglaque (13) and Mike Carrano (5) PP
Penalties:
4:02 PSU Teague Willits-Kelly: high sticking 2 minutes
7:16 Drexel Tom Toner: holding 2 minutes
11:11 PSU Luke Walker: tripping 2 minutes
13:27 PSU Joe Maglaque: cross checking 2 minutes
18:48 Drexel Frank Janotta: roughing 2 minutes
Period 2
Scoring:
7:56 PSU Pat Schaeffer (3) from Joe Maglaque (14) and Chris Matteo (3) EVEN
10:23 PSU Eric Harbaugh (1) from Bill Downey (18) and Brett Wilson (3) SH
19:00 PSU Brendan Roache (7) from Pat Schaeffer (2) and Jack Weber (9) EVEN
Penalties:
2:48 PSU Glen Zuck: slashing 2 minutes
4:46 PSU Curtiss Patrick: cross checking 2 minutes
9:05 PSU Curtiss Patrick: holding 2 minutes
10:35 PSU Glenn Zuck: tripping 2 minutes
10:35 Drexel Patrick Callen: roughing 2 minutes
14:52 PSU Mike Carrano: tripping 2 minutes
16:57 PSU Kevin Jaeger: roughing 2 minutes
16:57 PSU Bench Minor: Too many men on the ice 2 minutes
16:57 Drexel Matt Seagal: roughing 4 minutes
16:57 Drexel Matt Seagal: Misconduct 10 minutes
Period 3
Scoring:
7:54 PSU Joe Maglaque (5) Unassisted EVEN
9:54 PSU Brendan Martin (5) from Pat Schaeffer (3) PP
Penalties:
9:28 Drexel Patrick Callen: slashing 2 minutes
16:52 PSU Brendan Roache: roughing 2 minutes
16:52 PSU Brendan Roache: misconduct 10 minutes
16:52 Drexel Patrick Higgins: holding the facemask 5 minute major
16:52 Drexel Patrick Higgins: Game Disqualification
18:13 PSU Curtiss Patrick: roughing 2 minutes
18:13 Drexel Patrick Callen: roughing 2 minutes
Game Notes:
Glenn Zuck was held to zero points and remains at 247 for his career.
The two teams totaled 73 penalty minutes including a game disqualification.
Power Play: Icers: 3-4, Drexel: 1-7
Shots on Goal: Icers: 36, Drexel: 20
Goaltending: Icers: Chris Matteo 15 for 16, Brian Gratz 4 for 4; Drexel:
Dan Angeline 23 for 31, Justin Wolfgang 5 for 5
AWAY ICERS GAME VS DELAWARE
November 14, 2003
DELAWARE 7 PSU ICERS 1
The number one ranked Penn State Icers went into this game with a twelve
game winning streak, facing the tenth ranked University of Delaware Blue Hens
and first year coach John O'Connor (a former Icer). Despite outshooting the
Blue Hens 55-26, the Icers suffered their first lost of the season. In the first
period the Blue Hens the Icers failed to convert on four power play chances
and the Blue Hens made two goals. During the second period Glen Zuck made one
goal but Delaware scored two goals as well. In the third period, the Blue Hens
scored three more times on the power play. Alex Belkap made three goals for
the Hens during the game. On the power play the Blue Hens were 4-for-8 and the
Icers were 0-for-6. It was reported this was the first Blue Hens home victory
over the Icers in the last twenty years.
* UPDATE NOVEMBER 19, 2003 - DELAWARE GAME
FORFEIT - It was found out that Delaware had an illegal player in this
game, so they had to forefit the game. A player on the Delaware team was supposed
to sit out for three games for two penalites previously, but only sat out two
games before playing this game. This means that this game does not count
towards the Icers win-loss record, technically giving them no losses at this
point in the season.
AWAY ICERS GAME VS DELAWARE
November 15, 2003
DELAWARE 0 PSU ICERS 2
Getting back on the winning track, the Penn State Icers denied any goals
for the University of Delware Blue Hens and scored a 2-0 victory and a 13-1-0
record so far in the season. Goals were scored by Kevin Jaeger and Jack Weber
on power plays. Goalie Scott Blackman had 30 saves during the game and made
his first career shutout game as well. Justin DePretis, Mike Carrano, and Luke
Walker collected assists as well. The Icers denied Delaware on all of its six
power play attempts and Icers were able to convert 2 or 6 man-advantages. There
were 40 saves in the Delaware goal by their goalie Mike Verdi.
2003-2004 Ranking #4
November 21, 2003
Four-time defending ACHA Division 1 National Champion Penn State remains at
the top of this week’s poll. The Nittany Lions received 23 of a possible
31 first-place votes. #2 Illinois received two first-place votes. From #3-20,
teams continued to bounce around the polls, as all but two of those teams moved
positions from ranking #3. #3 Rhode Island moved up two spots and received five
first-place votes, while #5 Lindenwood moved up two spots and received one first-place
vote. #4 Michigan-Dearborn fell one spot, while #6 Ohio and #7 Minot State each
jumped up two spots. #8 Iowa State sank four spots, while Weber State fell three
spots and came in at #9. Delaware stayed pat at #10, while Eastern Michigan
and Washington & Jefferson each rose a spot to come in at #11 and #12 respectively.
#13 Arizona fell two spots, while #14 West Chester and #15 Towson flip-flopped
spots from the last ranking. #16 Drexel held ground, while #17 Saint Louis and
#18 Arizona State traded spots, as did #19 Kent State and #20 Robert Morris
(IL).
1. Penn State 534 23
2. Illinois 493 2
3. Rhode Island 464 5
4. Michigan-Dearborn 430
5. Lindenwood * 391 1
6. Ohio 390
7. Minot State 384
8. Iowa State 374
9. Weber State 365
10. Delaware 345
11. Eastern Michigan 242
12. Washington & Jefferson 234
13. Arizona 217
14. West Chester 180
15. Towson 170
16. Drexel 124
17. Saint Louis 81
18. Arizona State 75
19. Kent State 50
20. Robert Morris (IL) 38
Others receiving votes: Navy, Niagara, Robert Morris (PA), Buffalo, and
Mercyhurst.
* = First-year ACHA Team (ineligible for National Tournament)
Brian Moran
Commissioner, ACHA Division 1
HOME ICERS GAME VS MICHIGAN-DEARBORN
November 21, 2003
PSU ICERS 4 M-D 3
University Park, PA- The first period started out slow, with few shots being
taken in the first five minutes. Dearborn's Brett Logan changed that, however,
at 5:01 when he squeaked a shot into the net off of Icer goalie Scott Blackman's
back after it had deflected off of Blackman's facemask and bounced off the boards
behind the net. Dearborn's Joel Kuehn added a second goal a little over three
minutes later when he picked off a clearing attempt and put the puck over Blackman's
left shoulder. The period ended 2-0 as the Icers were unable to crack the Dearborn
defense.
The second period started out with much of the same as the Icers tried to apply
pressure but goaltender Jason Ryan was there to fend them off. The play throughout
the period was evenly balanced and neither team had a lot of great scoring opportunities.
The Icers were able to break Ryan, as with 1:49 to go in the period Glenn Zuck
tallied a power play goal to get the team and crowd back into a now 2-1 Wolves
lead as they headed to the third.
Kevin Jaeger kept the momentum going for the Icers as he came out and scored
his 14th of the year to tie the game at 2. With an assist on the goal Glenn
Zuck became the 5th Icer ever to score 250 career points, and the last since
Alon Eizenman broke the 250 mark in 2001. The Icers weren't finished however
as Mike Carrano scored his 5th of the year and 3rd on the power play to give
the Icers a 3-2 lead. That wouldn't last however, as after Justin Depretis took
a cross checking penalty behind the play, Jeff Bancroft scored his own power
play goal to knot the game again, this time at 3. The Icers would have the last
hurrah in this one, as off a face-off Brendan Roache was able to slide one underneath
the left pad of Jason Ryan to give the Icers a 4-3 lead. Michigan-Dearborn came
at the Icers for the last 6:58 of the period, but Icers goaltender Scott Blackman
stood tall preserving the Icers 4-3 victory.
Period 1
Scoring
5:01 UMD Brett Logan from Chris Musser and Stephen Rademache Even
8:23 UMD Joel Kuehn Unassisted Even
Penalties
14:01 UMD Travis Malott: 2 minutes for high sticking
18:28 UMD Stephen Rademache: 2 minutes for hooking
Period 2
Scoring
18:11 PSU Glenn Zuck (18) from Justin Depretis (11) and Mike Carrano (7) PP
Penalties
3:50 PSU Teague Willits-Kelley: 2 minutes for roughing
13:03 PSU Brendan Roache: 2 minutes for checking from behind
15:13 PSU Curtiss Patrick: 2 minutes for checking from behind
16:16 UMD Joel Kuehn: 2 minutes for hooking
Period 3
Scoring
0:29 PSU Kevin Jaeger (14) from Mike Carrano (8) and Glenn Zuck (23) Even
7:45 PSU Mike Carrano (5) from Kevin Jaeger (14) and Curtiss Patrick (18) PP
10:02 UMD Jeff Bancroft from Brent Estevez PP
14:02 PSU Brendan Roache (8) from Jack Weber (10) Even
Penalties
3:09 PSU Dan McKeen: 2 minutes for delay of game
3:09 UMD Joel Kuehn: 2 minutes for delay of game
4:05 UMD Joe Tome: 2 minutes for high sticking
6:00 UMD Brent Estevez: 2 minutes for slashing
9:49 PSU Justin Depretis: 2 minutes for cross checking
10:34 PSU Kevin Jaeger: 2 minutes for slashing
14:54 UMD Brett Logan: 2 minutes for delay of game
15:54 PSU Glenn Zuck: 2 minutes for slashing
16:23 PSU Jack Weber: 2 minutes for roughing
Game notes
With his assist on the first goal in the 3rd period, Glenn Zuck earned the 250th
point of his Icers career and is only 10 behind Alon Eizenman for 4th.
Standing room only crowd, enjoyed thriller at Ice Pavilion
Curtiss Patrick is now second on the all-time penalty minute list with 283 and
is only 33 behind Jeff Speece for first all time
Power Play: Icers 2-5, Wolves 1-6
Shots on Goal: Icers 28, Wolves 23
Goaltending: Scott Blackman 20 saves on 23 shots (Penn State), Jason
Ryan 24 saves on 28 shots (M-D)
HOME ICERS GAME VS MICHIGAN-DEARBORN
November 22, 2003
PSU ICERS 5 M-D 2
University Park, PA.- The Icers and Michigan-Dearborn came out with their feelers
on today as neither team wanted to make a defensive mistake early. However,
Jack Weber of the Icers was able to pounce on a rebound given up by Wolves goaltender
Eric Pagel. The Icers took the early advantage 1-0. However it didn't take long
for the Wolves to counter. With the Icers running around defensively in their
own zone Joel Kuehn was able to put the puck into an empty net as Chris Matteo
was caught out of position.
In the second period the Icers came out with guns ablaze as they tallied twice
in the first 1:25 of the period. Kevin Jaeger scored 10 seconds after a nice
pass from behind the net by Glenn Zuck. Justin Depretis scored at the 1:25 mark
of the period as he walked in over the blue line and put a wicked wrister of
the glove hand of Eric Pagel to give the Icers a 3-1 lead. With momentum in
the Icers a favor a long penalty killing shift came back to haunt the Icers
as Evan Pawloski sent a pass to Jeff Bancroft who was able to squeeze one through
Icer goaltender Chris Matteo to make it a 3-2 Icer lead. With 1:44 left in the
period the Icers appeared to have taken a 4-2 lead, however the referee waved
the goal off as it had been kicked in by an Icers player. The period ended with
the Icers up 3-2.
The Icers came out in the third with the one goal lead and trying to add to
it. They were able to do so when Curtiss Patrick netted his third of the season
after making a great move around the Wolves goaltender, giving the Icers a 4-2
lead. The Icers then played solid team defense for the rest of the period to
hold off the Wolves charge. At the 18:39 mark the Wolves were called off-sides
negating a shot that got by Chris Matteo. Jack Weber scored his second of the
night into an empty net to cap the scoring at 19:22 to give the Icers a 5-2
victory.
Period 1
Scoring
9:21 PSU Jack Weber (6) from Greg Windsor (5) and Brendan Roache (11) Even
10:28 UMD Joel Kuehn from Brent Estevez Even
Penalties
3:37 UMD David Rohde: 2 minutes holding the stick
17:14 PSU Brendan Roache: 2 minutes charging
18:00 UMD Joe Tome: 2 minutes interference
Period 2
Scoring
: 10 PSU Kevin Jaeger (15) from Mike Carrano (9) and Glenn Zuck (24) Even
1:25 PSU Justin Depretis (19) from Matt Wallace (6) Even
4:01 UMD Jeff Bancroft from Joel Kuehn PP
Penalties
3:06 PSU Jack Weber: 2minutes roughing
6:44 PSU Bench Minor: 2 minutes too many men in ice
11:33 UMD John Malee: 2 minutes slashing
12:31 UMD Jason Turri: 2 minutes checking from behind
14:29 PSU Joe Maglaque: 2 minutes tripping
Period 3
Scoring
4:34 PSU Curtiss Patrick (3) from Pat Schaeffer (4) and Brendan Martin (4) Even
19:22 PSU Jack Weber (7) from Brett Wilson (3) EN
Penalties
1:10 PSU Mike Carrano: 2 minutes cross checking
9:06 PSU Bench Minor: 2 minutes too many men on the ice
10:21 UMD Chris Williams: 2 minutes interference
16:52 PSU Bill Downey: 2 minutes slashing
Game Notes:Glen Zuck with 251 points is only 9 points back of Alon Eizenman
for 4th all time on the Icers scoring list
Power Play: Icers 0-5, Wolves 1-7
Shots on Goal: Icers 53, Wolves 18
Goaltending: Icers: Chris Matteo 16 saves on 18 shots, Wolves: Eric Pagel
48 saves on 52 shots
AWAY ICERS GAME VS INDIANA
November 28, 2003
INDIANA 3 PSU ICERS 13
ICERS ROLL OVER INDIANA, SET UP MATCH-UP VERSES NUMBER 2 ILLINOIS
The Icers came out scoring early and often as they defeated Indiana in the semi-finals
of the Big Ten Tournament. The Icers jumped out to a 5-0 lead after one period
of play. Scoring in that period for the Icers were Glenn Zuck, Pat Schaeffer,
Luke Walker, Kevin Jaeger, and Bill Downey.
After an Indiana power play goal early in the second period, the Icers fired
right back scoring 2 within 15 seconds of each other to extend their lead. After
the period the Icers had a 9-1 lead. Scoring in that period were, Curtiss Patrick,
Kevin Jaeger, Luke Walker, and Glenn Zuck.
In the third period, the Icers again allowed the first goal of the period but
came right back with goals from Brendan Martin, and Pat Schaeffer. After another
Indiana goal the Icers finished off the scoring with goals by, Brendan Roache
and Mike Carrano. The Icers took home the easy victory 13-3.
With the victory the Number 1 ranked Icers (17-0) will now face the Number 2
ranked Illini (12-2-1). This is the match-up that both teams have been looking
forward to since the last rankings have came out.
Game Notes:
Kevin Jaeger lead all scorers with 2 goals and 4 assists, for a total of 6 points.
Glenn Zuck is only 5 points back of 4th place all-time with 255.
Brian Gratz had another solid performance between the pipes for the Icers.
Shots on Goal Icers: 45; Hoosiers: 25
Power Play Icers: 2-6; Hoosiers: 1-4
Goaltending: Icers: Brian Gratz 22 saves on 25 shots; Hoosiers:Josh Block
2 saves on 5 shots, Jimmy Hugil 30 saves on 40 shots
AWAY ICERS GAME VS INDIANA
November 29, 2003
ILLINOIS 2 PSU ICERS 3
In a rematch of the #1 ranked Icers versus No. 2 Illinois, the Icers were able
to come from behind twice to win 3-2. The Icers (18-0) also won the Big Ten
Tournament championship with the win over the Illini (12-3-1).
Both teams were even matched during the first two periods of the game. Brett
Duncan from Illinois was able to get a turned over puck and get the first goal
of the game past goalie Scott Blackman. The Icers were able to tie with a goal
by Justin DePrentis from a pass by Joe Maglaque. Illinois answered back with
a rebound goal by Mike Roesch.
Coming into the third period, the Icers were down 2-1. A pass from Mike Carrano
was made to Kevin Jaeger, then Jaegar went in on a two-on-two with Glenn Zuck.
Jaeger was able to slip a pass to Zuck, and he was able to get in puck in to
even up the game at 2-2.
Freshman forward Dan McKeen was the player who scored the game winning goal
with less than 8 minutes left in the third period, but it was also his first
goal ever as an Icer. McKeen was able to take a pass from Glenn Zuck and get
a floating shot past the Illini goalie for the game winning goal.
For final 11 seconds of the game, the Icers prevent four shots on goal from
going in and secured the 3-2 win. For the Icers, the goal was covered by Scott
Blackman and Illinois had Tim Danlow (last year's ACHA Player of the Year) in
goal. During the game Icers senior defenseman Curtiss Patrick's suffered a separated
shoulder injury during the first period and had to leave the game.
After this game, Glenn Zuck has 257 career points (fifth highest in Icers history)
and 107 goals (ties for fourth highest in Icers history) as an Icers player.
2003-04 ACHA Division 1 Ranking #5
December 5, 2003
West Bloomfield, MI - Four-time defending ACHA Division 1 National Champion
Penn State remains at the top of this weeks polls. The Nittany Lions received
27 of a possible 30 first-place votes. Penn State swept Michigan-Dearborn at
home and won the Big Ten Tournament in Fishers, IN over Illinois in the Championship
Game. #2 Rhode Island moved up a spot after winning all 3 of its games at the
East-West Classic in Dearborn, MI, including a showdown with #5 Michigan-Dearborn.
The Rams received three first-place votes and are in the #2 spot for the first
time is school history. Illinois dropped a spot to #3, while Lindenwood had
an impressive week, sweeping Minot State at home, then tying the Beavers at
the Robert Morris Showcase in Chicago, IL, and beating host Robert Morris (IL).
Minot State, Ohio, Weber State, Delaware, and Iowa State round out the top 10.
The big mover of the week was West Chester, moving up three spots to #11. Navy
re-emerged in the polls at #19, while Niagara University makes it appearance
in the ACHA polls for the first time coming in at #20.
Effective immediately, Eastern Michigan University has withdrawn from the ACHA
due to University imposed sanctions.
This years ACHA Division 1 National Championships will be hosted by Iowa State
University and take place March 3-7, 2003 at Ames/ISU Ice Arena in Ames, IA.
2003-2004 Ranking #5
1. Penn State 519 27
2. Rhode Island 482 3
3. Illinois 466
4. Lindenwood * 449
5. Michigan-Dearborn 406
6. Minot State 378
7. Ohio 365
8. Weber State 342
9. Delaware 304
10. Iowa State 303
11. West Chester 243
12. Washington & Jefferson 217
13. Towson 188
14. Arizona 124
15. Drexel 121
16. Saint Louis 62
17. Kent State 47
18. Arizona State 46
19. Navy 41
20. Niagara 35
Others receiving votes: Robert Morris (IL), Western Michigan, Buffalo, Duquesne,
and Robert Morris (PA).
* = First-year ACHA Team (ineligible for National Tournament)
Brian Moran
Commissioner, ACHA Division 1
HOME ICERS GAME VS NIAGARA
December 5, 2003
PSU ICERS 5 NIAGARA 1
University Park, PA
The Icers spent most of the first period in Niagara territory, out-shooting
the Eagles 14-3, but were unable to net a goal until almost 17 minutes into
the game. It was then that a shot bounced off the boards behind the goal and
ricocheted to the front of the net where Kevin Jaeger poked it in for the first
score of the game. Niagara finished the period with a flurry of odd-man rushes,
but Icer goalie Scott Blackman handled it well to preserve a 1-0 lead at the
end of the period.
The second period only saw one goal as well, again going to the Icers. It came
at 10:32 into the period when Pat Schaeffer centered the puck to Teague Willits-Kelly
in front of the net who then one-timed it over the goalie’s shoulder to
make it a 2-0 Icers lead.
Justin Depretis started off the scoring on the 3rd period with his team-leading
21st goal on a breakaway at 3:57 into the period. Later in the period, the Icers
capitalized on a 2 man advantage when Glenn Zuck put one into the net. Lucas
Walker followed up with a power play goal of his own just 26 seconds later to
make it 5-0. Niagara wrapped up the game’s scoring with their only goal
when Rick Feroni took advantage of a power play with only 38 seconds left to
play.
Period 1
Scoring
16:48 PSU Kevin Jaeger (18) from Dan McKeen (1) and Glenn Zuck (28) Even
Penalties
6:50 Niagra Doolie Alami: 2 minutes for unsportsmanlike conduct
6:50 PSU Dan McKeen: 2 minutes for unsportsmanlike conduct
Period 2
Scoring
10:32 PSU Teague Willits-Kelly (2) from Pat Schaeffer (5) Even
Penalties
4:10 Niagara Josh Becker: 2 minutes for holding the stick
7:46 Niagara Sean McCrone: 2 minutes for hooking
10:57 PSU Brett Wilson: 2 minutes for slashing
14:02 PSU Bill Downey: 2 minutes for slashing
18:59 PSU Glenn Zuck: 2 minutes for cross checking
19:51 Niagara Rick Feroni: 2 minutes for interference
Period 3
Scoring
3:57 PSU Justin Depretis (21) from Bill Downey (20) and Drew Ward (7) Even
16:30 PSU Glenn Zuck (20) from Justin Depretis (14) and Kevin Jaeger (21) PP
16:54 PSU Lucas Walker (7) from Jack Weber (11) and Pat Schaeffer (6) PP
19:22 Niagara Rick Feroni from Matt Healy and Matt Penycad PP
Penalties
13:32 PSU Teague Willits-Kelly: 2 minutes for cross checking
13:41 Niagara Doolie Alami: 2 minutes for slashing
15:32 Niagara Rick Feroni: 2 minutes for slashing
16:06 Niagara Matt Adams: 2 minutes for slashing
18:30 PSU Justin Depretis: 2 minutes for slashing
18:37 Niagara Doolie Alami: 10 minute misconduct
18:37 PSU Glenn Zuck: 10 minute misconduct
Game Notes
Icer forward Garrett Divins returned from an ankle injury, playing in his first
game of the season.
Glenn Zuck is now 1 point behind Alon Eizenman for 4th place on the all-time
career points list with 259.
Zuck also moved into 4th place on the all-time career goals list passing Andrew
McLaughlin and Tom Horgas with his 108th goal.
The Icers were without the services of key players Curtiss Patrick, Joe Maglaque
and Mike Carrano; all of whom sat out for various reasons.
Shots on Goal: Icers: 47; Niagara: 22
Power Play: Icers: 2 for 6; Niagara: 1 for 5
Goaltending: Icers: Scott Blackman 21 saves/22 shots; Niagara: Nate DeBan
42 saves/47 shots
HOME ICERS GAME VS NIAGARA
December 5, 2003
PSU ICERS 9 NIAGARA 1
University Park, PA - The first period of play started with an onslaught
by the Icers. Just 1:43 into the game Kevin Jaeger worked a give and go to put
the Icers up 1-0. Just over a minute later Vince Nardy put the Icers up 2-0
after a Niagara turnover. Joe Maglaque and Glenn Zuck added power play goals,
while Brett Wilson added a short hander as the Icers went to the intermission
with a commanding 5-0 lead.
The Icers continued to dominate the play in the second period as they added
a second shorthanded goal, this one by Kevin Jaeger. Only 44 seconds later Garrett
Divins netted his first of the year to put the Icers up 7-0. Joe Maglaque scored
the Icers third shorthanded goal of the game to make it an 8-0 Icers lead. However,
Rick Feroni scored on the power play to make it an 8-1 score after 2 periods.
In the third period the Icers’ team defensive play as well as some great
saves kept the score at 8-1 as a parade to the penalty box ensued for the first
half of the period. With the game for all intents and purposes over, Brendan
Roache score one more time to give the Icers a 9-1 victory.
Period 1
Scoring
1:43 PSU Kevin Jaeger (19) from Glenn Zuck (29) and Joe Sheridan (7) Even
2:45 PSU Vince Nardy (7) from Brett Wilson (5) Even
9:43 PSU Joe Maglaque (8) from Glenn Zuck (30) and Mike Carrano (11) PP
16:17 PSU Glenn Zuck (21) from Mike Carrano (12) and Kevin Jaeger (22) PP
19:28 PSU Brett Wilson (3) from Kevin Jaeger (23) and Chris Matteo (4) SH
Penalties
6:09 Niagara Josh Becker: 2 minutes for high sticking
9:37 Niagara Rick Feroni: 2 minutes for hooking
14:37 Niagara Doolie Alami: 2 minutes for roughing
17:22 PSU Brett Wilson: 2 minutes for cross checking
17:22 Niagara Matt Penycad: 2 minutes for hooking
17:50 PSU Brendan Roache: 2 minutes for checking from behind
19:28 Niagara Rick Feroni: 2 minutes for hooking
Period 2
Scoring
2:22 PSU Kevin Jaeger (20) from Glenn Zuck (31) SH
3:56 PSU Garrett Divins (1) from Brendan Martin(5) and Mike Carrano (13) Even
17:47 PSU Joe Maglaque (7) from Brett Wilson (5) SH
18:21 Niagara Rick Feroni from Doolie Alami and Matt Healy PP
Penalties
: 58 PSU Justin Depretis: 2 minutes for slashing
4:46 Niagara Matt Adams: 2 minutes for roughing
6:33 Niagara Aaron Grivna: 2 minutes for elbowing
11:48 PSU Bill Downey: 2 minutes for unsportsmanlike conduct
11:48 Niagara Doolie Alami: 2 minutes for unsportsmanlike conduct
17:20 PSU Mike Carrano: 2 minutes for hooking
18:12 PSU Lucas Walker: 2 minutes for interference
Period 3
Scoring
19:41 PSU Brendan Roache (10) from Jack Weber (11) and Matt Wallace (8) Even
Penalties
: 11 PSU Matt Wallace: 2 minutes for interference
2:02 PSU Brian Gratz: 2 minutes for interference
4:32 Niagara Doolie Alami: 2 minutes for cross checking
5:43 Niagara Matt Healy: 2 minutes for roughing, 10 minute misconduct
5:43 Niagara Aaron Grivna: 2 minutes for roughing
5:43 PSU Garrett Divins: 2 minutes for roughing
5:43 PSU Bill Downey: 2 minutes for roughing
6:56 PSU Mike Carrano: 2 minutes for checking from behind
8:46 PSU Lucas Walker: 2 minutes for slashing
14:00 Niagara Doolie Alami: 2 minutes for slashing
Game Notes:
Glenn Zuck with his 4 point day moved into 4th all-time on the Icers points
list passing Alon Eizenman (260), and with 263 career points is now only 10
behind Ross Cowan for 3rd.
Goaltenders Chris Matteo and Brian Gratz combined for the 9-1 victory
Shots on goal: PSU: 54; Niagara: 25
Power Play: PSU: 2 for 7; Niagara: 1 for 8 allowing 3 short handed goals
Goaltending: PSU: Chris Matteo: 14 saves/15 shots, Brian Gratz: 10 saves/10
shots; Niagara: Nate DeBan: 13 saves/20 shots,
Parker Jones: 32 saves/34 shots
2003-04 ACHA Division 1 Ranking #6
December 19 2003
West Bloomfield, MI - Four-time defending ACHA Division 1 National Champion
Penn State remains at the top of this weeks polls. The Nittany Lions received
26 of a possible 29 first-place votes. Rhode Island received three first-place
votes and remains in the #2 spot, while Illinois and Lindenwood remain at #3
and #4 respectively. Minot State and Ohio each moved up a spot to occupy the
#5 and #6 positions. Michigan-Dearborn fell two spots to #7 after being swept
at home by Ohio. Weber State stood pat at #8 while West Chester moved up another
two spots and came in at #9. Iowa State was in the #10 position, a single point
behind West Chester. Delaware fell out of the top ten coming in at #11, while
Washington & Jefferson and Towson held ground at #12 and #13, the final
two positions for Nationals. Robert Morris (IL) made its way back into the top
20 after handing Lindenwood its first loss of the season, coming in at #20.
This years ACHA Division 1 National Championships will be hosted by Iowa State
University and take place March 3-7, 2003 at Ames/ISU Ice Arena in Ames, IA.
2003-2004 Ranking #6
1. Penn State 499 26
2. Rhode Island 472 3
3. Illinois 450
4. Lindenwood * 413
5. Minot State 387
6. Ohio 380
7. Michigan-Dearborn 350
8. Weber State 332
9. West Chester 278
10. Iowa State 277
11. Delaware 259
12. Washington & Jefferson 227
13. Towson 201
14. Drexel 174
15. Arizona 104
16. Saint Louis 94
17. Navy 84
18. Kent State 80
19. Arizona State 61
20. Robert Morris (IL) 27
Others receiving votes: Niagara, Mercyhurst, Duquesne, Buffalo, Western Michigan,
and Robert Morris (PA)
* = First-year ACHA Team (ineligible for for National Tournament)
- Brian Moran
Commissioner, ACHA Division 1
AWAY ICERS GAME VS OHIO UNIVERSITY
January 9, 2004
OHIO 4 PSU ICERS 2
UNIVERSITY PARK, PA.- The Icers (20-1) fell short of a comeback against
the Ohio Univesity Bobcats (14-7-1).
First Period-
In a game that had a playoff atmosphere, both temas came out jucied up for the
first period. After the first couple of minutes it was obvious it would take
some time for the Icers to get their skating legs back after the break. The
Bobcats took advantage of an early powerplay and a rebound when Nick Bassarab
netted the goal giving the Bobcats an early one nothing lead. Then with only
a few minutes to go in the period they struck againt on a 2 on none breakaway.
Scott Blackman never had a chance and the Bobcats took a 2-0 lead into the intermission
Second Period-
The second period started out slow until a turnover at the offensive blue line
allowed Ohio to score on a nice two on one play giving them a 3-0 lead halfway
through the second. Then staring at a 3-0 deficit going into the third the Icers
caught lightening in a bottle netting 2 goals within the final 1:36 of the second
period. The first came on a great pass from behind the net by Curtiss Patrick
to Justin Depretis, which Depretis put near side to beat Brian Gallagher for
the power play goal. Just a minute and twenty-one seconds later, Bill Downey
scored on a rebound to lift the Icers spirits and leave them only trailing by
one 3-2 going into the third
Third Period-
In the third the Icers had their game back as they brought everything they had
at the Bobcat defense. However, Brian Gallagher was equal to every shot fired
on net. The Icers then were rewarded with their hard work getting a 5 on 3 advantage
for 1:53. However, despite having many quality scoring opportunities, Gallagher,
and one post, kept the Icers off the board. Ohio then added an empty net goal
solidifying their 4-2 victory of the previously undefeated Icers.
First Period
Scoring
7:39 OU Nick Bassarab from Matt Shenk and Tony Arkeilpane PP
17:17 OU Matt Shenk from Rob Farmer and Joe Branco EVEN
Penalties
5:48 PSU Brendan Martin: tripping 2 minutes
8:55 OU Rico Day: charging 2 minutes
Second Period
Scoring
9:38 OU Brandon Hanley from Grady Clingan EVEN
18:24 PSU Justin Depretis(22) from Glenn Zuck(32) and Curtiss Patrick(20) PP
19:45 PSU Bill Downey(9) from Justin Depretis(15) EVEN
Penalties
11:58 PSU Garrett Divins: roughing 2 minutes
16:34 OU Frank Kubes: tripping 2 minutes
20:00 OU Paul Warriner: delay of game 2 minutes
20:00 PSU Brendan Roache: delay of game 2 minutes
Third Period
Scoring
19:29 OU Zac Hernandez from Frank Kubes EN
Penalties
3:49 OU Daniel Richardson: delay of game 2 minutes
3:49 PSU Luke Walker: delay of game 2 minutes
4:04 PSU Curtiss Patrick: tripping 2 minutes
9:14 OU Travis Preble: interference 2 minutes
10:00 PSU Curtiss Patrick: roughing 2 minutes
12:47 OU Rico Day: holding 2 minutes
12:54 OU Brad Krolak: cross checking 2 minutes
15:54 PSU Jack Weber: roughing 2 minutes
Game Notes
Power Play: Icers 1 for 4; Bobcats 1 for 5
Shots on Goal: Icers 30; Bobcats 24
Goaltending: Icers: Scott Blackman: 20 of 23; Bobcats: Brian Gallagher: 28 of
30
AWAY ICERS GAME VS OHIO UNIVERSITY
January 10, 2004
OHIO 4 PSU ICERS 2
At the end of the first period, the score was 0-0.
During the second period, Ohio's leading scorer Sean Gallagher scored a power
play goal. Icers' Kevin Jaeger was then able to rebound off a shot from Joe
Maglaque, getting the first Icers goal of the game. Ohio's Brandon Hanley was
then able to get in a goal on a breakaway, leaving Ohio ahead with a 2-1 lead
at the end of the period.
In the third period, Jaeger put in a second goal after Ohio put in their third
goal. With 1:42 left in the third period, the Icers were given a power play
but lost their one man advantage to a penalty. Ohio then added an empty net
goal and won the game 4-2.
HOME ICERS GAME VS URI
January 16, 2004
URI 2 PSU ICERS 7
UNIVERSITY PARK, PA. - The number one ranked Icers (21-2) came home to the Ice
Pavilion looking to bounce back from two tough losses to Ohio. In order to do
it they would have to go against the number 2 ranked and previously undefeated
University of Rhode Island (23-1-1). The Icers were greeted by a full house
of Icer faithful for this enormous game.
First Period-
Icers came out a bit flat to start the game and the Rams took it to the Icers
for most of the period. The Icers were unable to get any quality scoring opportunities
throughout the period as Rhode Island bogged down the neutral zone. Despite
out-shooting their opponent 8-7 in the period Rhode Island was able to get a
bounce off Tyler Reinhardt's shoulder to give them the 1-0 lead after the first
period of play.
Second Period-
In the second period the Icers got their game going when only 6:49 into the
period Mike Carrano made a nice move in front of Rams freshman goaltender Anthony
Feyock to tie the game at one and bring the sold-out crowd to its feet. Only
a minute and 15 second later Jack Weber netted the go-ahead goal for the Icers
who now were starting to show their dominance. Glenn Zuck added his 22nd of
the year while Weber added his second of the night to give the Icers a 4-1 lead
going into the third period. Not to be overlooked was the stellar play of Scott
Blackman early in the period to keep the game a 1-0 score when he made a great
poke-check on a 2 on 0 break.
Third Period-
The third period was more of the same for the Icers as they started the scoring
in the period when Bill Downey put home a rebound to extend the lead to 5-1.
Rhode Island answered back with a goal of their own, but the Icers Kevin Jaeger
and Justin Depretis got two back to cap the scoring, solidifying a dominating
performance with a 7-2 victory over the previously undefeated Rhode Island Rams.
First Period
Scoring
11:25 URI Tyler Reinhardt from Matt Loftus Even
Penalties:
1:42 PSU Kevin Jaeger: tripping 2 minutes
3:02 URI Chris Lynn: unsportsmanlike 2 minutes
3:27 PSU Brendan Roache: roughing 2 minutes
3:27 URI Scott Cubtea: roughing 2 minutes
5:16 URI Nick DiSantis: roughing 2 minutes
7:57 PSU Brett Wilson: holding 2 minutes
7:57 URI Jeff Grace: holding the stick 2 minutes
9:24 PSU Chris Rome: checking from behind 2 minutes
17:49 URI Nick DiSantis: boarding 2 minutes
19:42 PSU Justin Depretis: slashing 2 minutes
19:42 URI Graham Johnson: cross checking 2 minutes
20:00 PSU Joe Maglaque: unsportsmanlike 2 minutes
20:00 URI Matt Ranger: unsportsmanlike 2 minutes
Second Period
Scoring
6:49 PSU Mike Carrano (7) from Glenn Zuck (35) Even
8:04 PSU Jack Weber (8) from Garrett Divins (1) and Greg Windsor (7) Even
15:32 PSU Glenn Zuck (22) Even
18:09 PSU Jack Weber (9) from Brendan Roache (12) and Joe Maglaque (19) Even
Penalties
11:25 PSU Garrett Divins: holding 2 minutes
13:27 PSU Greg Windsor: tripping 2 minutes
16:01 PSU Mike Carrano: hitting after the whistle 2 minutes
16:01 URI Nick DiSantis: hitting after the whistle 2 minutes
16:01 URI Steve Currier: hitting after the whistle 2 minutes
18:58 URI Graham Johnson: obstruction hooking 2 minutes
Third Period
Scoring
10:57 PSU Bill Downey (10) from Justin Depretis (16) and Kevin Jaeger (24) Even
13:29 URI Chris Lynn from Tyler Reinhardt Even
15:44 PSU Justin Depretis (23) from Glenn Zuck (36) and Kevin Jaeger (25) PP
17:28 PSU Kevin Jaeger (23) from Joe Maglaque (20) and Chris Rome (6) PP
Penalties
9:12 URI John Brennan: roughing to the head 2 minutes
14:12 URI Nick DiSantis: roughing to the head 2 minutes
16:18 URI Matt Ranger: check from behind 2 minutes
17:47 PSU Brett Wilson: slashing 2 minutes
Shots on Goal: PSU 35; URI 17
Power Play: PSU 3 for 8; URI 0 for 5
Goaltending: PSU: Scott Blackman 15 saves on 17 shots; URI: Anthony Feyock
28 saves on 35 shots
Game Notes: Glenn Zuck continued his climb up the all-time Icers lists.As
of this game he was currently 4th on the scoring list with 268, 5 behind Ross
Cowan for 3rd. He is also 4th on the all-time goals list with 110, only 3 behind
Rob Keegan for 3rd. He was tied for 4th on the all-time assists list with Ross
Cowan at 158, 3 behind Rob Keegan for 3rd.
Curtiss Patrick was 25 minutes behind Jeff Speece for the all-time career penalty
minutes lead.
Kevin Jaeger and Justin Depretis lead the team in goals with 23. While Glenn
Zuck leads the team in points with 58 points.
HOME ICERS GAME VS WEST VIRGINIA
January 17, 2004
WEST VIRGINIA 1 PSU ICERS 5
University Park, Pa - The Icers came out strong and looked to assert their dominance
against West Virginia (8-9-1) in the first period. They did just that as only
50 second into the game Mike Carrano was able to deflect a Drew Ward shot in
front of Mountaineers goalie Tom O'Connor. That would be the only goal of the
period which saw Penn State carry the play and outshoot West Virginia by the
count of 19 to 1. However, a stellar goaltending performance by O'Connor kept
the game at a 1-0 score.
In the second period the Icers were able to solve O'Connor to the tune of three
goals. The first came on a power play as Jack Weber continued his solid weekend
performance by finding himself in front of a wide open net for the rebound goal.
Kevin Jaeger got himself a one-time goal and Teague Willits-Kelly got his third
of the season in the period as well. Icers goaltender Brian Gratz was never
really challenged throughout the two periods of play as the Icers led 4-0.
In the third period when the Icers looked like they were going to run away and
hide, West Virginia goaltender Tom O'Connor came up with some fantastic "Hasek"
like saves to keep his team in the game. After a penalty well after the whistle
to the Icers, West Virginia was able to sneak one by Brian Gratz and spoil the
shutout bid. Kevin Jaeger capped the scoring with his second of the night. The
game was never really in doubt after the second period of play as the Icers
went on to win their second straight with the final score Icers 5 Mountaineers
1.
First Period
Scoring
:50 PSU Mike Carrano (8) from Drew Ward(8) and Kevin Jaeger(26) Even
Penalties
10:24 WVU Tom O'Connor: delay of game 2 minutes
14:34 WVU Joe Scheffler: roughing 2 minutes
Second Period
Scoring
4:48 PSU Jack Weber(10) from Bill Downey(21) and Joe Sheridan(8) PP
8:14 PSU Kevin Jaeger(24) from Chris Rome(7) and Glenn Zuck(37) Even
13:27 PSU Teague Kelly(3) from Cole Burnham(2) and Vince Nardy(2) Even
Penalties
2:04 PSU Drew Ward: holding 2 minutes
2:04 WVU Bill Haas: holding 2 minutes
4:20 WVU Bill Haas: hooking 2 minutes
5:23 PSU Curtiss Patrick: interference 2 minutes
10:16 PSU Dan McKeen: holding the stick 2 minutes
19:51 PSU Brendan Roache: holding 2 minutes
Third Period
Scoring
7:31 WVU Adam Blaine from Nick Linaburg PP
17:07 PSU Kevin Jaeger(25) from Glenn Zuck(38) 4 on 4
Penalties
4:03 PSU Mike Carrano: elbowing 2 minutes
7:12 PSU Teague Kelly: unsportsmanlike conduct 2 minutes
8:11 WVU Pat Serpico: boarding 2 minutes
10:15 PSU Mike Carrano: slashing 2 minutes
12:37 WVU Scott Lewis: roughing 2 minutes
12:37 PSU Jim McClain: roughing 2 minutes
14:26 WVU Bill Haas: holding 2 minutes
14:26 WVU Bill Haas: 10 minute misconduct
16:37 PSU Curtiss Patrick: roughing 2 minutes
16:37 WVU Jimmy Wilson: roughing 2 minutes
18:45 WVU Scott Lewis: high sticking 2 minutes
Shots on Goal: PSU: 45; WVU: 13
Power Play: PSU: 1 for 6; WVU: 1 for 6
Goaltending: PSU Brian Gratz: 12 saves on 13 shots; WVU Tom O'Connor:
40 saves on 45 shots
Game Notes: Glenn Zuck continues his run towards the top of the assists
and points list with this game. Glenn had 270 career points which puts him 3
behind Ross Cowen for 3rd and 4 behind Rob Keegan for second on the all-time
point list. Glenn ranked 3rd on the all-time assist list with 160 for his career,
and is only 1 behind Rob Keegan for 3rd and 5 behind Alon Eizenman for 2nd.
Curtiss Patrick also has moved closer to a couple of milestones this weekend.
He was 21 penalty minutes behind Jeff Speece for first all-time penalty minute
leader. He was also 5 minutes away from 300 for his career and was 3 points
away from 100 for his career.
Kevin Jaeger leads the team in goals with 25, Glenn Zuck leads the team in assists
with 38 and points with 60.
2003-04 ACHA Division 1 Ranking #7
January 23, 2004
West Bloomfield, MI - Four-time defending ACHA Division 1 National Champion
Penn State remains at the top of the first poll of 2004, garnering 18 out of
a possible 29 first-place votes. The Nittany Lions prevailed in a 1 vs 2 battle
against Rhode Island, but were swept by Ohio University, which jumped up four
spots to #2. The Bobcats received 8 first-place votes and clinched the Central
States Collegiate Hockey League Regular-Season Championship with a win and a
tie against Illinois. Rhode Island received two first-place votes, winning its
other three games but dropping a spot to #3. Besides its showdown with Ohio,
Illinois split with Minot State on the road, handing the Beavers its first ACHA
loss at home since March 2000, and came in at #4. Lindenwood received the other
first-place vote and dropped a spot to #5, winning 3-of-4 on a road trip to
the state of Arizona, while Minot State fell to #6 with its split against Illinois.
Michigan-Dearborn entrenched itself at #7, winning two games at home and splitting
with Iowa State on the road. West Chester and Weber State traded spots at #8
and #9, and were separated by one point in the balloting. West Chester scored
wins over Towson and Robert Morris (PA) and split a home-and-home with Drexel.
Iowa State stood ground in the #10 spot, while Towson moved up two spots to
#11, completing a 4-game season sweep over Delaware. Arizona State was the big-gainer
in Ranking #7, moving up seven spots and coming in at #12. The Sun Devils played
three top-10 teams, sweeping Iowa State and Weber State, while being swept by
Lindenwood. Drexel moved up a spot to #13, also splitting a home-and-home with
Navy. Delaware and Washington & Jefferson both fell out of National Tournament
spots, sliding three spots each to come in at #14 and #15. Arizona, Saint Louis,
Navy, and Kent State each dropped one spot from the last poll, while Robert
Morris (IL) held its spot at #20.
2003-2004 Ranking #7
1. Penn State 490 18
2. Ohio 471 8
3. Rhode Island 442 2
4. Illinois 433
5. Lindenwood * 397 1
6. Minot State 388
7. Michigan-Dearborn 344
8. West Chester 302
9. Weber State 301
10. Iowa State 262
11. Towson 243
12. Arizona State 185
13. Drexel 184
14. Delaware 176
15. Washington & Jefferson 166
16. Arizona 155
17. Saint Louis 103
18. Navy 81
19. Kent State 65
20. Robert Morris (IL) 15
Others receiving votes: Duquesne, Mercyhurst, Niagara, and Robert Morris
(PA).
* = First-year ACHA Team (ineligible for National Tournament)
HOME GAME VS WESTERN MICHIGAN
NITTANY LION INVITATIONAL TOURNAMENT *
PSU ICERS 9 WESTERN MICHIGAN 1
January 23, 2004
University Park, PA- The Icers (23-2) came out flying in the first period and
was able to get on the board just 1:11 into the game against Western Michigan
Stallions (11-15-1). Mike Carrano was given credit for the goal as he was able
to jam home a rebound. Penn State was able to add two more goals in the period.
Kevin Jaeger scored his first of the night and Marc Switaj got his first of
the year. Chris Matteo was strong in net except for a deflection off of Chris
Rome’s skate, which snuck in between the pads. The goal was credited to
Bob Rohde. The Icers led 3-1 after the first.
In the second the Icers were able to put the game away as they tallied 3 more
times. Jaeger got his second of the night on a great feed by Glenn Zuck on a
2 on 1 break. Joe Maglaque scored on a power play, while Glenn Zuck got into
the act as well with his own goal. The Icers had a commanding 6-1 lead after
two periods of play and were well on their way to the championship game.
In the third things got a bit feisty as Joe Maglaque and Dan Norris got into
a fight in the neutral zone. Both players were handed major and game disqualifying
penalties. That did not deter the Icers one bit however, as Kevin Jaeger got
his third of the game 7:14 into the third. Brett Wilson added two goals of his
own to round out the scoring. The Icers never gave Western Michigan a chance
in the third period holding them to zero shots. Final score Icers 9 Western
Michigan1.
First Period
Scoring
1:11 PSU Mike Carrano (9) from Chris Rome (8) and Kevin Jaeger (27) Even
4:15 PSU Kevin Jaeger (26) from Mike Carrano (14) and Glenn Zuck (39) Even
7:15 PSU Mark Switaj (1) from Teague Kelly (4) and Dan McKeen (2) Even
9:27 WM Bob Rohde unassisted Even
Penalties
4:48 WM Eric Korbecki: elbowing 2 minutes
14:02 PSU Mike Carrano: tripping 2 minutes
17:45 PSU Mike Carrano: holding 2 minutes
18:49 WM Ryan Hitch: tripping 2 minutes
Second Period
Scoring
3:07 PSU Kevin Jaeger (27) from Chris Rome (9) Even
7:26 PSU Joe Maglaque (8) from Jack Weber (13) PP
15:56 PSU Glenn Zuck (23) from Mike Carrano (15) and Curtiss Patrick (21) Even
Penalties
0:39 PSU Mike Carrano: high sticking 2 minutes
7:22 WM Mike McMahon: tripping 2 minutes
11:13 PSU Brendan Roache: roughing 2 minutes
13:57 WM Paul Fakler: bench penalty-too many men on the ice 2 minutes
17:46 WM Sean Balatarz: interference 2 minutes
18:32 WM Eric Clark: roughing 2 minutes
18:32WM Mike McMahon: roughing 2 minutes
18:32 PSU Dan McKeen: roughing 2 minutes
Third Period
Scoring
7:14 PSU Kevin Jaeger (28) from Glenn Zuck (40) and Joe Maglaque (21) Even
14:03 PSU Brett Wilson (4) from Brendan Martin (6) PP
17:06 PSU Brett Wilson (5) from Pat Schaeffer (7) and Teague Kelly (4) Even
Penalties
10:49 WM Dan Norris: 5 minute major for facemask and game disqualification
10:49 WM Dan Norris: 5 minute major for fighting and game disqualification
10:49 PSU Joe Maglaque: 5 minute major for fighting and game disqualification
14:27 PSU Drew Ward: roughing 2 minutes
Shots on Goal PSU: 56; WM: 11
Power Play PSU: 2 for 6; WM: 0 for 5
Goaltending PSU: Chris Matteo 10 saves on 11 shots, Brian Gratz 0 saves
on 0 shots; WM: Will Lite 47 saves on 56 shots
Game Notes
Glenn Zuck continues his march up the all-time Icer lists. Glenn is currently
in a tie for second place on the all-time point list with Rob Keegan at 274
points. Lynn Sipe is in first with 321. Glen is still in fourth place on the
goal list but is only two back of Rob Keegan’s 113 and four back of Ross
Cowan’s 115. Glenn has 111. Glenn also has 163 assists which is good enough
to give him third all-time only two behind Alon Eizenman, who has 165 and 29
behind Lynn Sipe’s 192.
Curtiss Patrick moves closer to 100 career points with his assist. He now has
98 over his tenure at Penn State. He is also still in second on the all-time
penalty minute list with 295, 21 minutes behind Jeff Speece with 316.
Kevin Jaeger leads the team in goals with 28. Glenn Zuck leads the team in points
with 63.
* In the previous game this day at the NLIT - #13 W&J 5 #8 West Chester
3 (Empty Net Goal). W&J and PSU advance to the championship game. West Chester
and Western Michigan go to the consolation game.
HOME GAME VS WESTERN MICHIGAN
NITTANY LION INVITATIONAL TOURNAMENT *
PSU ICERS 11 W&J 1
January 24, 2004
Penn State Icers won the chamionship game 11-1 over Washington & Jefferson.
Kevin Jaeger named tournament MVP.
* In the previous consolation game, Western Michigan 7 (#8) West Chester 3.
University Park, PA- The Icers (24-2-0) continue their dominance over the NLIT
by winning their 5th consecutive and 18th since 1982 after defeating Washington
and Jefferson by the score of 11-1.
In the first period just as they did last night the Icers came out flying all
around the ice. This time it was Kevin Jaeger who scored just 2:32 into the
game to give the Icers a 1-0 advantage. Justin Depretis who came back after
a back injury tallied his 24th of the game for the 2-0 advantage. The teams
would then trade even strength goals. Glenn Zuck and Mike Carrano would score
to cap the scoring in the period giving the Icers a 5-1 lead and ending Washington
and Jefferson’s goalie Yan Clermont’s night.
In the second the Icers looked to finish off the President’s and Bill Downey
took it upon himself to do so. Downey scored his first goal of the night on
the power play. Then almost two minutes later got his second short handed on
a breakaway feed from Chris Rome. Then to cap off his amazing period he scored
his third from behind the net, giving the Icers an 8-1 lead. Justin Depretis
and Kevin Jaeger both got their second goal’s of the night to finish off
the scoring in the period. After two the Icers led 10-1.
The third period was all academic as both teams came out knowing the outcome
of the game. Neither team really mustered much of an offensive threat, though
neither team ever gave up. The Icers were able to tally one final goal however
as Vince Nardy took a Bill Downey feed for the second short handed goal of the
night. The Icers went on to win by the score of 11-1.
First Period
Scoring
2:32 PSU Kevin Jaeger(29) from Luke Walker(5) and Mike Carrano(16) Even
8:11 PSU Justin Depretis(24) from Curtiss Patrick(22) PP
13:56 PSU Mike Carrano(10) from Glenn Zuck(41) and Kevin Jaeger(28) Even
14:14 WJ Jerry Liberatore from Jon Stehle Even
16:48 PSU Glenn Zuck(24) from Chris Rome(10) and Kevin Jaeger(29) Even
18:50 PSU Mike Carrano(11) from Justin Depretis(17) and Curtiss Patrick(23)PP
Penalties
7:48 WJ Gabe Rehak: interference 2 minutes
8:58 PSU Chris Rome: hooking 2 minutes
11:46 PSU Curtiss Patrick: interference 2 minutes
14:26 PSU Brett Wilson: slashing 2 minutes
14:26 WJ Jerry Liberatore: slashing 2 minutes
17:44 WJ Jerry Liberatore: cross checking 2 minutes
18:09 WJ Steve Sherer: high sticking 2 minutes
19:37 PSU Bill Downey: charging 2 minutes
19:52 WJ Gabe Rehak: tripping 2 minutes
Second Period
Scoring
4:12 PSU Bill Downey(11) from Kevin Jaeger(30) and Curtiss Patrick(24) PP
6:08 PSU Bill Downey(12) from Chris Rome(11) SH
13:16 PSU Bill Downey(13) from Brendan Roache(13) Even
14:00 PSU Justin Depretis(25) from Luke Walker(6) Even
14:34 PSU Kevin Jaeger(30) unassisted Even
Penalties
2:50 WJ Steve Sherer: holding 2 minutes
2:50 PSU Brendan Roache: holding 2 minutes
3:20 WJ K.C. Hahey: slashing 2 minutes
5:33 PSU Curtiss Patrick: elbowing 2 minutes
9:28 WJ Shaun Keller: hitting from behind 2 minutes
10:40 WJ Matt Kubacki: slashing 2 minutes
Third Period
Scoring
15:27 PSU Vince Nardy(8) from Bill Downey(22) and Chris Rome (12) SH
Penalties
1:33 PSU Brendan Roache: holding 2 minutes
4:44 PSU Mike Carrano: elbowing 2 minutes
14:13 PSU Mike Carrano: roughing 2 minutes
18:59 PSU Pat Schaeffer: interference 2 minutes
Shots on Goal PSU: 50; WJ: 28
Power Play PSU: 3 for 7; WJ: 0 for 7
Goaltending PSU: Scott Blackman – 16 saves on 17 shots, Brian Gratz
– 11 saves on 11 shots; WJ: Yan Clermont – 15 saves on 20 shots, Chris
Cuppett – 24 saves on 30 shots
Game Notes
As of this game, Glenn Zuck is now second on the all-time point list with 276
trailing only Lynn Sipe who has 321. He also has 112 goals, good enough for
fourth on the all-time goal scoring list and trails Rob Keegan by one for third
and Ross Cowan by three for second. On the all-time assist list Glenn is still
third with 164 and trails Alon Eizenman for second who has 165 for his career.
AWAY GAME AT UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN DEARBORN
January 30, 2004
PSU ICERS 6 UMD 0
University Park, Pa.- After a 6 hour bus trip the number one ranked Icers (25-2)
arrived to take on the seventh ranked Michigan-Dearborn Wolves (15-11-2). In
the first the Icers again, just as they were able to do last weekend, jumped
out to an early lead. Teague Willits-Kelley was able to get the Icers on the
board after goaltender Jason Ryan let up a rebound. Joe Maglaque got his 9th
goal of the year after Mike Carrano was able to push the puck out to the point
after a scramble in front. Bill Downey finished the scoring in the period as
he slid a rebound past Ryan. Downey was able to get the backhand shot off despite
having a defensemen draped all over him. Scott Blackman was not tested much
in the first period as the Icers played great defense. The Icers led 3-0 after
one.
In the second both teams were trying not to make any mistakes. They were able
to do so staying out of the penalty box, and only having one goal allowed in
the period. However, that one goal was for the Icers. After a face off win by
Bill Downey, Brendan Martin put a shot on net that came right out to a waiting
Curtiss Patrick who blasted a one-timer past a sliding Jason Ryan. The Icers
led after 2 by the score of 4-0.
The third period was marked by penalties as both teams started to get a bit
aggravated. Despite the march to the box Scott Blackman came up enormous in
the third period turning away numerous scoring opportunities for the Wolves.
The Icers tacked on two more goals in the period as Garrett Divins and Brendan
Martin each added a goal. The Icers behind a great defensive effort and stellar
goaltender play earned a 6-0 shutout victory over Michigan-Dearborn Wolves.
First Period
Scoring
6:31 PSU Teague Willits-Kelley(4) from Brett Wilson(7) and Chris Rome(13) Even
9:11 PSU Joe Maglaque (9) from Mike Carrano (17) and Jack Weber (14) Even
18:24 PSU Bill Downey (14) from Brett Wilson (8) and Luke Walker Even
Penalties
15:49 PSU Joe Maglaque high sticking 2 minutes
Second Period
Scoring
5:26 PSU Curtiss Patrick(5) from Brendan Martin (7) and Bill Downey Even
Penalties
1:04 PSU Curtiss Patrick holding 2 minutes
Third Period
Scoring
10:28 PSU Garrett Divins (2) from Curtiss Patrick Even
9:19 PSU Brendan Martin (7) from Brett Wilson(9) and Pat Schaeffer(8) Even
Penalties
6:59 PSU Brendan Roache slashing 2 minutes
6:59 UMD Brad Zarem roughing 2 minutes
12:30 PSU Mike Carrano interference 2 minutes
12:30 UMD Jon Cronberger roughing 2 minutes
13:16 PSU Kevin Jaeger roughing 2 minutes
13:16 UMD Joe Tome roughing 2 minutes
13:55 PSU Luke Walker roughing 2 minutes
13:55 UMD Brent Estevez roughing 2 minutes
15:38 PSU Teague Willits-Kelley roughing 2 minutes
15:38 PSU Teague Willits-Kelley misconduct 10 minutes
17:21 UMD Brent Estevez high sticking 2 minutes
Shots on goal PSU 40; UMD 39
PP PSU 1 for 1; UMD 0 for 3
Goaltending PSU: Scott Blackman 39 saves on 39 shots; UMD: Jason Ryan
34 saves on 40 shots
Game Notes (as of this game)
Glenn Zuck was held point less and remains in second on the all-time point list
with 276. He also remains 4th on the all-time goals list with 112, trailing
Rob Keegan(113) for 3rd and Ross Cowan(115) for 2nd. Glenn is 3rd on the all-time
assist list with 164 trailing Alon Eizenman(165) for 2nd.
Curtiss Patrick by virtue of his one minor penalty broke the 300 penalty minute
mark for his career(301) to become the first Icer to garner 100 points and 300
penalty minutes. Curtiss still trails Jeff Speece(317) for first all-time but
now only trails by 15.
Scott Blackman got his second career shutout with this victory.
AWAY GAME AT UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN DEARBORN
January 31, 2004
PSU ICERS 8 UMD 1
With coach Joe Battista looking for career win 450 the Icers (26-2-0) came out
and again got an early jump and the first goal against Michigan-Dearborn (15-12-2).
After a Curtiss Patrick penalty put the Icers down a man, Glenn Zuck and Kevin
Jaeger were able to connect for the shorthanded goal only 3:15 into the game.
However only 4 minutes later Brad Zarem got credit for Dearborn's goal after
Chris Matteo had trouble handling a wrist shot from the high slot. It was the
only mistake he would make all game. Glenn Zuck would put the Icers back on
front after executing a perfect give and go with Curtiss Patrick. The Icers
headed into the second leading 2-1.
Both teams played solid defense for the first half of the second period. Then
the Icers were able to open the flood gates on goalie Eric Pagel. First Brendan
Roache scored a power play goal to give the Icers a 3-1 lead. Only 33 seconds
later Justin Depretis hammered home his own rebound to extend the lead to 4-1.
To cap off the flurry of goals and end Pagel's day, Teague Willits-Kelley fed
Brett Wilson on a beautiful behind the back pass from behind the net giving
the Icers a 5-1 lead. Chris Matteo came up with huge saves during the period,
especially on a break away after a Dearborn penalty expired. The Icers went
into the third period with a commanding 5-1 lead.
After roughly a half hour delay to change a broken pane of glass, both teams
came out for the third period. Kevin Jaeger added his second goal of the game
after a great feed from Mike Carrano along the left wing. Brett Wilson added
his second goal of the game on the power play to make the final score 8-1 in
favor of the Icers. Coach Joe Battista won his 450th career game with the victory.
2003-04 ACHA Division 1 Ranking #8
February 6, 2003
West Bloomfield, MI - Four-time defending ACHA Division 1 National Champion
Penn State remains at the top of the polls, garnering 21 out of a possible 28
first-place votes. The Nittany Lions won their own tournament, the Nittany Lion
Invitational, and swept Michigan-Dearborn on the road. The top seven spots remained
unchanged from the last ranking, as Ohio, Rhode Island, Illinois, Lindenwood,
Minot State, and Michigan-Dearborn held those spots respectively. Ohio received
6 first-place votes while Lindenwood received the other first-place vote. Weber
State moved up a spot to #8, while Towson jumped up two spots to occupy the
#9 position. Nationals host Iowa State held onto the #10 position, while West
Chester fell out of the top 10, dropping three spots and coming in at #11. Arizona
State stood pat in the #12 spot while rival Arizona jumped up three spots to
hold the #13 position. The arch-rivals split a pair of games, including a Saturday
afternoon matchup at the Glendale Arena, the new home of the NHL's Phoenix Coyotes.
Delaware and Washington & Jefferson held ground at #14 and #15, while Drexel
slid out of a tournament spot, dropping three spots to #16. Mercyhurst rolls
back into the polls at #17, winning 14 of its last 15 games, including the Navy
Crabpot Tournament last weekend. The last time the Lakers were in the polls
was back in October. Saint Louis, Kent State, and Navy round out the top 20.
The next ranking will be released on Friday, February 20 and will reveal the
twelve invitees to this years National Tournament.
This years ACHA Division 1 National Championships will be hosted by Iowa State
University and take place March 3-7, 2003 at Ames/ISU Ice Arena in Ames, IA.
2003-2004 Ranking #8
1. Penn State 475 21
2. Ohio 460 6
3. Rhode Island 415
4. Illinois 414
5. Lindenwood * 384 1
6. Minot State 370
7. Michigan-Dearborn 314
8. Weber State 307
9. Towson 256
10. Iowa State 246
11. West Chester 239
12. Arizona State 215
13. Arizona 173
14. Delaware 163
15. Washington & Jefferson 155
16. Drexel 151
17. Mercyhurst 63
18. Saint Louis 53
19. Kent State 50
20. Navy 49
Others receiving votes: Robert Morris (IL), Duquesne, and Robert Morris
(PA).
* = First-year ACHA Team (ineligible for National Tournament)
Brian Moran
Commissioner, ACHA Division 1
www.achahockey.org
PENN STATE ICERS HOME GAME VERSUS UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE
PSU ICERS 11 DELAWARE 0
February 6, 2004
University Park, Pa – (Feb. 6, 2004)
In the first period, the Icers made a statement to the Blue Hens, tallying five
goals before the sound of the horn. Bill Downey started it all off almost halfway
through the period with a goal on a nice assist by Brendan Roache. Joe Maglaque
added another when he beat Mike Verdi with a wrist shot from the point. After
Marc Switaj scored to give the Icers a 3-0 lead, Glenn Zuck was able to shed
two defenders and make a great move on Verdi to extend the lead to 4. Luke Walker
finished the scoring in the period.
The second started out with the Icers taking penalties and having to play shorthanded
most of the period. Justin Depretis was able to add two more goals for the Icers
both at even strength to give Penn State a 7-0 lead. Bill Downey was able to
get his second of the game on the power play on a nice tic-tac-toe play from
Jack Weber and Curtiss Patrick. The Icers took an 8-0 lead to the third
In the third the Icers continued to put pressure on Delaware goaltending as
Ryan Bowker came into relieve Verdi. He gave up goals to Mike Carrano, Brett
Wilson and Brendan Martin. The Icers were able to hold off a late Delaware charge
to preserve the third shutout for Scott Blackman this year.
First Period
Scoring
8:08 PSU Bill Downey from Brendan Roache and Justin Depretis Even
10:06 PSU Joe Maglaque from Kevin Jaeger PP
15:34 PSU Marc Switaj from Joe Maglaque and Teague Kelly Even
16:59 PSU Glenn Zuck from Kevin Jaeger and Cole Burnham Even
18:02 PSU Luke Walker from Garret Divins and Even
Penalties
:56 UD Aaron Chockla: 2 minutes elbowing
9:08 UD Ryan Lewis: 2 minutes hooking
10:34 PSU Brett Wilson: 2 minutes tripping
11:20 UD Aaron Chockla: 2 minutes checking from behind
Second Period
Scoring
8:09 PSU Justin Depretis from Vince Nardy and Chris Rome Even
11:21 PSU Justin Depretis from Kevin Jaeger and Cole Burnham Even
14:56 PSU Bill Downey from Curtiss Patrick and Jack Weber PP
Penalties
2:29 PSU Mike Carrano: 2 minutes interference
4:54 PSU Joe Maglaque: 10 minutes game misconduct
4:54 PSU Brendan Roache: 2 minutes tripping
8:26 PSU Marc Switaj: 2 minutes cross-checking
12:12 PSU Vince Nardy: 5 minutes butt-ending and game disqualification
13:34 UD Matt Geraci: 2 minutes holding
14:37 UD Kevin Neeld: 5 minutes cross-checking and 10 minutes game misconduct
16:30 UD Howard Kosel: 2 minutes slashing, 5 minutes grabbing the facemask,
and 10 minute game misconduct
16:30 PSU Cole Burnham: 5 minutes grabbing the facemask and 10 minutes game
misconduct
17:44 UD Ken Cardillo: 2 minutes cross-checking
17:44 PSU Teague Kelly: 2 minutes cross-checking
Third Period
Scoring
4:24 PSU Mike Carrano from Glenn Zuck Even
8:47 PSU Brett Wilson from Teague Kelley and Luke Walker SH
15:13 PSU Brendan Martin unassisted Even
Penalties
8:03 PSU Joe Maglaque 2 minutes roughing
9:19 PSU Luke Walker: 2 minutes interference
12:39 PSU Curtiss Patrick: 2 minutes cross-checking
13:15 UD Aaron Chockla: 2 minutes elbowing
13:20 PSU Glenn Zuck: 2 minutes tripping
Shots on Goal: PSU: 50; UD: 26
Power Play: PSU: 2 for 7; UD: 0 for 9
Goaltending: PSU: Scott Blackman 26 saves on 26 shots; UD: Mike Verdi
29 saves on 37 shots, Ryan Bowker 10 saves on 13 shots
Game Notes (as of this game):
Glenn Zuck with his goal and assist tonight moved up on the all-time points
list. He is now at 281 for his career and trails Lynn Sipe(321) by 40. By virtue
of his goal he moves into third place all time on the goal scoring list with
114 only one behind Ross Cowan(115) and 15 behind Lynn Sipe(129). Glenn also
inches closer on the all-time assists list, with 167, 25 behind Lynn Sipe(192).
HOME GAME VERSUS UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE
PSU ICERS 12 DELAWARE 1
February 7, 2004 *
University Park, Pa. –
The Icers (28-2) as they have in the past 2 weekends were able to jump out to
another early lead over Delaware (11-15-2). Brendan Roache was able to take
a Joe Maglaque feed and beat Mike Verdi for the one nothing lead. Kevin Jaeger
added a short handed backhand goal and Glenn Zuck added a power play goal as
the specialty teams continued to click. Delaware had a chance for a goal but
the puck went sliding through the crease before Scott Blackman was able to get
a handle on it. The Icers led 3-0 after the first period of play.
Glenn Zuck tallied his second goal of the game at the 4:39 mark of the second
period to give the Icers a 4-0 advantage. At that point each team buckled down
and allowed no goals for the next 10 minutes. At the 14:43 mark of the period
Pat Schaeffer started the goal scoring extravaganza that would ensue in the
last 5 plus minutes. Schaeffer connected on the goal after a great one touch
pass from Teague Willits-Kelley sent him in one-on-one. Justin Depretis then
was able to beat Verdi with a blast after a Bill Downey feed at the 16:43 mark.
At 18:28 Delaware scored their only goal on the weekend after they were finally
able to whack a third rebound past a prone Blackman to stop his shutout streak
of just over 180 minutes. Depretis then added his second goal of the night at
19:48 on the power play to give the Ices a commanding 7-1 lead after 2.
In the third the Icers came out flying again to start the third as Brett Wilson
got a power play goal only 1:23 into the period. Bill Downey followed suit with
his own power play goal at the 8:30 mark. Glenn Zuck then completed his hat
trick performance after a weaving though the Delaware defensemen. Kevin Jaeger’s
second of the night and a goal from Greg Windsor would round out the scoring
as the Icers won by the score of 12-1.
First Period
Scoring
4:00 PSU Brendan Roache from Joe Maglaque Even
15:09 PSU Kevin Jaeger from Glenn Zuck and Joe Maglaque SH
19:48 PSU Glenn Zuck from Kevin Jaeger and Curtiss Patrick PP
Penalties
7:39 UD Rich Galgano: 2 minutes roughing
11:03 UD Aaron Chockla: 2 minutes elbowing
13:28 PSU Mike Carrano: 2 minutes roughing
15:09 UD Chris Perry: 2 minutes high sticking
19:37 UD John Glanzman: 2 minutes checking from behind
20:00 PSU Jack Weber: 2 minutes roughing
Second Period
Scoring
4:39 PSU Glenn Zuck from Kevin Jaeger and Brendan Martin Even
14:43 PSU Pat Schaeffer from Luke Walker and Teague Kelly Even
16:43 PSU Justin Depretis from Bill Downey and Joe Sheridan Even
18:28 UD Alex Belknap from Aaron Chockla PP
19:48 PSU Justin Depretis from Bill Downey and Joe Maglaque Even
Penalties
8:12 PSU Bill Downey: 2 minutes holding the stick
8:40 PSU Joe Maglaque: 2 minutes tripping
8:59 UD Kevin Neeld: 2 minutes goaltender interference
8:59 PSU Curtiss Patrick: 2 minutes cross-checking
10:50 UD John Glanzman: 2 minutes roughing
10:50 PSU Brendan Roache: 2 minutes roughing
17:40 PSU Kevin Jaeger: 2 minutes slashing and 2 minutes cross-checking
17:40 UD Howard Kosel: 2 minutes slashing
18:43 UD Kevin Neeld: 2 minutes high sticking
18:43 PSU Teague Kelly: 2 minutes high sticking
20:00 UD Bench minor 2 minutes
20:00 UD Coach: 10 minute game misconduct
Third Period
Scoring
1:23 PSU Brett Wilson from Drew Ward and Pat Schaeffer PP
8:30 PSU Bill Downey from Brendan Roache and Luke Walker PP
10:01 PSU Glenn Zuck from Kevin Jaeger and Curtiss Patrick Even
14:00 PSU Kevin Jaeger from Curtiss Patrick Even
17:27 PSU Greg Windsor from Brendan Martin and Jack Weber PP
Penalties
2:50 PSU Justin Depretis: 2 minutes hitting to the head
4:45 PSU Glenn Zuck: 2 minutes kneeing
7:41 UD Aaron Chockla: 2 minutes boarding
10:01 UD Rich Galgano: 2 minutes roughing
10:01 PSU Mike Carrano: 2 minutes roughing
15:40 UD Matt Geraci: 2 minutes roughing and 10 minutes game misconduct
18:43 PSU Pat Schaeffer: 2 minutes slashing
18:43 UD Aaron Chockla: 2 minutes slashing
Shots on Goal: PSU: 47; UD: 25
Power Play: PSU: 4 for 6; UD: 1 for 7
Goaltending: PSU: Scott Blackman 21 saves on 22 shots, Chris Matteo 3
saves on 3 shots; UD: Mike Verdi 35 saves on 47 shots
Game Notes (as of this game)
Glenn Zuck with his performance today continues his march towards number one
on the all-time scoring lists. He has 285 points trailing only Lynn Sipe who
has 321 for his career. On the all-time goal scoring list Glenn has 117 which
puts him in second 2 in front of Ross Cowan and only 12 behind Lynn Sipe (129)
for first. On the all-time assist list Glenn has 168 and again trails Lynn Sipe
for first who has 192.
* In the following Alumni Game - White 12 Blue 13.
HOME GAME VERSUS ROBERT MORRIS
February 13, 2004
PSU ICERS 5 ROBERT MORRIS 0
University Park, Pa. – The Icers (29-2) continued their early jumps on
teams again tonight when Brendan Roache took a slap shot from just outside of
the Robert Morris (17-19-3) zone. Roache used the Robert Morris defenseman as
a screen an Aaron Merkle never saw it. The Icers had a 1-0 lead just 2:05 into
the game. Both teams then settled down into their defensive systems, as neither
team could muster a quality scoring opportunity the rest of the period.
In the second period both teams continued the physical play that was exhibited
in the first period. At the 7:32 mark of the period Pat Schaeffer one timed
a behind the back pass from Vince Nardy to give the Icers a 2-0 lead. Merkle
stayed focused however and repeatedly robbed Icers forwards of sure goals. At
the end of two periods the Icers led by the score of 2—0
In the third period, Robert Morris came out with a little extra jump in their
step trying to get an early goal to cut the deficit in half. The Icers, backed
by Scott Blackman, however, were able to shut down any and all attempts made
towards their goal. Robert Morris took a few too many penalties in the third
period which allowed the Icers power play, which was operating around 38 percent,
to finally cash in and ice the game. After Curtiss Patrick’s even strength
goal at the 14:01 mark, Glenn Zuck and Bill Downey finished off the Eagles with
2 power play goals. The Icers go on to win and give Scott Blackman his 4th shutout
of the year by the score of 5-0.
First Period
Scoring
2:05 PSU Brendan Roache from Chris Rome and Scott Blackman Even
Penalties
8:40 RM Jeff McMillin: 2 minutes hooking
14:40 RM Dante Salinas: 2 minutes roughing
16:22 RM Jason Vlanski: 2 minutes high sticking
Second Period
7:32 PSU Pat Schaeffer from Vince Nardy and Teague Kelly Even
Penalties
13:24 RM Derek Hay: 2 minutes unsportsmanlike conduct
13:24 PSU Joe Maglaque: 2 minutes roughing
14:01 PSU Glenn Zuck: 2 minutes roughing
Third Period
Scoring
14:01 PSU Curtiss Patrick from Bill Downey and Brendan Roache Even
17:09 PSU Glenn Zuck from Joe Maglaque and Kevin Jaeger PP
18:48 PSU Bill Downey from Justin Depretis PP
Penalties
1:55 RM Steve Chikerotis: 2 minutes roughing
7:07 RM Jason Bogaerts: 2 minutes high sticking
7:07 PSU Glenn Zuck: 2 minutes tripping
12:00 RM Shawn Webber: 2 minutes charging
16:11 RM Steve Chikerotis: 2 minutes holding
16:11 PSU Teague Kelly: 10 minutes game misconduct
18:33 RM Derek Hay: 2 minutes cross checking and 2 minutes slashing
18:33 PSU Jack Weber: 2 minutes cross checking
19:07 RM Jason Bogaerts: 10 minutes game misconduct
Shots on Goal: PSU: 57; RM: 16
Power Play: PSU: 2 for 7; RM: 0 for 1
Goaltending: PSU: Scott Blackman 16 saves on 16 shots; RM: Aaron Merkle
52 saves on 57 shots
HOME GAME VERSUS ROBERT MORRIS
February 14, 2004
PSU ICERS 7 RMC 1
PSU 1 2 4 - 7
RMC 0 1 0 - 1
Shots On Goal:PSU 56; RMC 25
Power Play: PSU 3 for 12; RMC 0 for 7
2003-04 ACHA Division 1 Ranking #9
February 17, 2004
West Bloomfield, MI - The votes are in, and five new teams will be competing
at the 2004 ACHA Division 1 National Tournament, including Rhode Island, Weber
State, West Chester, Washington & Jefferson, and Arizona State. Four-time
defending ACHA Division 1 National Champion Penn State remains at the top of
the polls, getting 26 out of a possible 30 first-place votes. The Nittany Lions,
along with Iowa State and Michigan-Dearborn, have now qualified for all thirteen
ACHA Division 1 National Tournaments. Ohio University collected the other 4
first-place votes and will be making its 11th consecutive appearance. Rhode
Island remains at #3 and will make its first appearance at the ACHA Division
1 National Tournament. The Rams qualified for the National Invitational Tournament
(NIT), the predecessor to the ACHA, back in 1991. Illinois comes in at #4 and
will make its 7th consecutive appearance, and 9th overall. Lindenwood remains
in the #5 position but is ineligible for the National Tournament as a first-year
ACHA program. Minot State stays at #6 and will be making its 5th consecutive
appearance at the National Tournament, while Michigan-Dearborn is #7 and makes
its 13th consecutive appearance at the National Tournament. Weber State, which
moved up from Division 2 for this season, comes in at #8 and qualifies for its
first ACHA Division 1 National Tournament. Iowa State moves up a spot to #9
and makes its 13th consecutive appearance at the National Tournament. This will
be the 3rd time that Iowa State University has hosted the ACHA Division 1 National
Tournament. West Chester bumps up a spot to #10 and qualifies for its first
ACHA Division 1 National Tournament. The Golden Rams qualified for the National
Invitational Tournament (NIT), back in 1988. Towson drops two spots but still
qualifies for its 9th consecutive appearance at the National Tournament, while
Washington & Jefferson moves up three spots and qualifies for first ACHA
Division 1 National Tournament. The Presidents make the tournament in only their
third year of competition at the Division 1 level. Dropping a spot to #13, but
still qualifying for the last spot in the ACHA Division 1 National Tournament,
is Arizona State. The Ice Devils will make their 3rd appearance at the ACHA
Division 1 National Tournament, and first since 1997. Arizona and Delaware each
fell one spot in the polls, coming in at #14 and #15 respectively, while Mercyhurst
moved up a spot to #16. Drexel fell a spot to #17, while Saint Louis (#18) and
Kent State (#19) remained unchanged. Robert Morris (IL) jumped back into the
polls after slipping out in the last ranking.
The brackets for the ACHA Division 1 National Championships will be released
on Tuesday, February 17.
The final ranking of the 2003-2004 season will be released on Friday, March
12.
This years ACHA Division 1 National Championships will be hosted by Iowa State
University and take place March 3-7, 2003 at Ames/ISU Ice Arena in Ames, IA.
2003-2004 Ranking #9
1. Penn State 517 26
2. Ohio 497 4
3. Rhode Island 464
4. Illinois 437
5. Lindenwood * 421
6. Minot State 382
7. Michigan-Dearborn 358
8. Weber State 333
9. Iowa State 310
10. West Chester 269
11. Towson 250
12. Washington & Jefferson 243
13. Arizona State 238
14. Arizona 161
15. Delaware 128
16. Mercyhurst 110
17. Drexel 101
18. Saint Louis 100
19. Kent State 49
20. Robert Morris (IL) 39
Others receiving votes: Duquesne, Navy, Robert Morris (PA), and Western Michigan.
* = First-year ACHA Team (ineligible for National Tournament)
Brian Moran
Commissioner, ACHA Division 1
www.achahockey.org
AWAY GAME AT WASHINGTON & JEFFERSON
February 20, 2004
PSU ICERS 5 W&J 2
AWAY GAME AT WASHINGTON & JEFFERSON
February 21, 2004
PSU ICERS 7 W&J 2
ACHA DIVISION 1 NATIONAL TOURNAMENT
March 3, 2004
Towson 1 vs. Penn State 10
The Number One ranked Icers (33-2) were looking to make a statement early
on in the tournament against Number 12 ranked Towson Tigers (21-16-1).
The Icers made their statement early on in the game as it only took a shot off
the stick of Co-captain Bill Downey just 1:18 into the game. Downey fired a
shot from the point on the power play and the Icers jumped out to a 1-0 lead.
The Icers continued to fire pucks at Towson goaltender Kevin Birnstill but he
held strong facing 28 shots, allowing no more goals in the period. At the other
end of the Ice, Penn State freshman goaltender Chris Matteo was also strong
in net and held Towson to no goals as the Icers headed into the locker room
with the 1-0 advantage.
In the second period the Icers started to run around a bit, giving Towson a
few good opportunities, Matteo was there to make all the stops in the period.
Towson's goaltender Birnstill was not to be outdone as he held the Icers scoreless
through MOST of the second period, then with 2:35 to go the flood gates opened.
It started with a goal by Glenn Zuck who walked it out from the corner and after
making a move around a defenseman Birnstill was out of position and Zuck put
the puck into a wide open net. Just 1:33 later Justin Depretis got his first
goal of this year's tournament as he was able to finish into an open net after
a Glenn Zuck faked shot. Bill Downey netted his second of the night when he
took a feed from Curtiss Patrick down the right wing and beat Birnstill near
side. The score after two periods was Icers 4 Towson 0.
The third period started out the same as the second ended, with the Icers getting
3 goals in a hurry. Brett Wilson got the first goal a minute in after a Teague-Willits
Kelley shot left a rebound in front. Greg Windsor get his after firing a shot
high over the blocker of Birnstill after receiving a drop pass just inside the
Towson blue line, and Glenn Zuck capped the 3 goals in 3:04 after he got a nice
pass from Justin Depretis. The Icers were able to score 6 goals in a 5:39 time
span over 2 periods of play and broke out to a 7-0 lead. Towson was able to
break the shutout as Joe Narcise was able to get one past Matteo. For good measure
the Icers finished off Towson with 3 more goals from Chris Rome, Joe Maglaque,
and Teague-Willits Kelley to win by the final of 10-1.
With 33 wins the Icers have tied their all-time high in season wins with this
game.
Score by period
1st 2nd 3rd Total
Towson 0 0 1 1
Penn State 1 3 6 10
Shots on goal
Towson 8 7 3 18
Penn State 20 26 15 61
Starting Goalies - Towson 30 Birnstill; Penn State 35 Matteo
First Period Summary
1:18 PSU PP Goal -- 8 Downey Assists, 24 Jaeger, 13 Carrano TU 0-1 PSU
PENALTIES
:57 TU 27 Mahaffee -- 2 mins Rough
3:54 PSU 18 Zuck -- 2 mins Trip
4:59 TU 12 Hull -- 2 mins Slashing
14:59 TU 27 Mahafee -- 2 mins Delay of Game
18:02 PSU 5 Walker -- 2 mins Holding
Second Period Summary
SCORING
17:25 PSU Goal -- 18 Zuck, Assist 11 Patrick TU 0-2 PSU
18:58 PSU Goal -- 27 Depretis, Assists 18 Zuck, 24 Jaeger TU 0-3 PSU
19:18 PSU Goal -- 8 Downey, Assists 11 Patrick, 7 Martin TU 0-4 PSU
PENALTIES
8:51 TU 16 Votta -- 2 mins Tripping
8:51 TU 18 Cruickshank -- 2 mins Roughing
8:51 PSU 11 Patrick -- 2 mins Roughing
12:08 PSU 26 Windsor -- 2 mins Roughing
12:08 TU 18 Cruickshank -- 2 mins Roughing
15:19 TU 19 Mastropolo -- 2 mins Tripping
Third Period Summary
SCORING
1:00 PSU Goal -- 6 Wilson, Assist 3 Willits-Kelly TU 0-5 PSU
2:45 PSU Goal -- 26 Windsor, Assists 22 Weber, 15 Roache TU 0-6 PSU
3:04 PSU Goal -- 18 Zuck -- Assists 27 Depretis, 24 Jeager TU 0-7 PSU
13:11 TU Goal -- 8 Narcise, Assists 13 Earley, 2 Pazda TU 1-7 PSU
17:26 PSU Goal -- 23 Rome, Assist 25 Switaj TU 1-8 PSU
19:14 PSU Goal -- 4 Maglaque, Assist 22 Weber TU 1-9 PSU
19:44 PSU Goal -- 3 Willits-Kelly, Assists 9 Divins, 25 Switaj TU 1-10 PSU
PENALTIES
14:41 PSU 27 Depretis -- 2 mins Hooking
15:19 TU 19 Mastropolo -- 2 mins Holding
Other Games this day:
10:00 AM #9 Washington & Jefferson 2 vs #4 Illinois 3
1:00 PM #10 West Chester 0 vs #3 Rhode Island 4
4:00 PM #11 Arizona State 1 vs #2 Ohio 4
ACHA DIVISION I NATIONAL TOURNAMENT
March 5, 2004
Iowa State 1 PSU Icers 10
The number one ranked Icers (34-2) made it look easy as they defeated the host
and number 8 ranked Iowa State Cyclones (25-19-2).
The game started off with the Icers bringing pressure on goaltender Trent Baker.
At the 6 minute mark of the period the rink lost power and the teams had to
stay loose for about 15 minutes. Once the lights came on Penn State kicked their
game into high gear. After Curtiss Patrick took a high sticking call at the
9:07 mark of the first period, Kevin Jaeger and Glenn Zuck took it upon themselves
to take the standing room crowd out of the game. They did just that when they
scored 2 shorthanded goals in a span of 28 seconds. Kevin Jaeger got his goal
on a breakaway move around Baker, while Zuck got his goal after Jaeger beat
a charging Baker to the loose puck and all Zuck had to do was get it past a
defenseman. The Icers would add power play goals from Brendan Roache and Mike
Carrano to go to the locker room up 4-0.
Everything was looking good for the Icers until Mike Moren scored just 38 seconds
into the period to cut the lead to 4-1. That would be the closest they would
get as the Icers continued to fire shots at now Cyclone goaltender Nolan Thompson.
Glenn Zuck and Kevin Jaeger would each add their own power play goal while Chris
Rome and Justin Depretis would add their own names to the score sheet with even
strength goals. The Icers behind stellar offensive and defensive play would
lead 8-1 after the second period.
In the third the Icers would add goals by Mike Carrano and Brendan Roache, each
their second, and finish the game with their second 10-1 victory in the tournament.
First Period
Scoring-
10:32 PSU Kevin Jaeger (37) from Glenn Zuck (53) SH
11:00 PSU Glenn Zuck (35) from Kevin Jaeger (49) SH
17:28 PSU Brendan Roache (14) from Jack Weber (19) and Chris Rome (22) PP
19:34 PSU Mike Carrano (19) from Joe Maglaque (30) and Kevin Jaeger (50) PP
Penalties-
9:07 PSU Curtiss Patrick high sticking 2 minutes
13:38 ISU Scott Hagen holding 2 minutes
13:38 PSU Glenn Zuck unsportsmanlike conduct 2 minutes
16:56 ISU Rob Tauer tripping 2 minutes
19:10 ISU Bench Minor too many men 2 minutes
Period 2
Scoring-
: 38 ISU Mike Moren from Phil Hummel and Scott Hagen EVEN
6:08 PSU Glenn Zuck (36) from Bill Downey (31) and Kevin Jaeger (51) PP
12:02 PSU Kevin Jaeger (38) from Mike Carrano (21) and Glenn Zuck (54) PP
12:14 PSU Chris Rome(4) from Brett Wilson(9) and Teague-Willits Kelley(11) EVEN
16:54 PSU Justin Depretis (33) from Joe Maglaque(31) and Mike Carrano(22) EVEN
Penalties-
: 48 ISU Rob Tauer interference 2 minutes
6:01 ISU Nick Tuma holding 2 minutes
6:58 PSU Brendan Roache roughing 2 minutes
8:25 PSU Curtiss Patrick interference 2 minutes
11:21 ISU Phil Hummel crosschecking 2 minutes
13:35 PSU Garrett Divins cross checking 2 minutes
17:38 ISU Phil Hummel slashing 2 minutes
17:38 PSU Teague-Willits Kelley slashing 2 minutes
18:13 PSU Curtiss Patrick interference 2 minutes
18:13 PSU Justin Depretis unsportsmanlike conduct 2 minutes
Period 3
Scoring-
5:54 PSU Mike Carrano (20) from Joe Maglaque (32) and Matt Wallace (11) EVEN
12:16 PSU Brendan Roache(15) from Brendan Martin(13), Pat Schaeffer(11) EVEN
Penalties-
5:03 PSU Justin Depretis charging 2 minutes
5:41 ISU Brent Popadych high sticking 2 minutes
9:45 ISU Brad Taylor tripping 2 minutes
15:21 PSU Teague-Willits Kelley tripping 2 minutes
16:10 ISU Zach Peterson roughing 2 minutes
16:10 ISU Zach Peterson game misconduct 10 minutes
19:18 ISU Griffin Gale roughing 2 minutes
19:18 PSU Pat Schaeffer slashing 2 minutes
SHOTS:
Icers 45, Cyclones 21
Power Play:
Icers 4 for 8
Cyclones 0 for 8
Goaltending:
Icers: Scott Blackman 14 saves on 15 shots (2 periods), Brian Gratz 6 saves
on 6 shots (1 period)
Cyclones: Trent Baker 12 saves on 16 shots (1 period), Nolan Thompson 23 saves
on 29 shots (2 periods)
Game Notes:
With the win the Icers set a new team record with 34 wins surpassing the old
mark of 33 set by the 1993 team.
Glenn Zuck reached the 300 point mark for his career with his goal in the second
period. He is only the second Icer along with Lynn Sipe to reach that milestone.
Kevin Jaeger reached the 200 point milestone as an Icer with his goal in the
first period.
Other Games in Tournament:
Thursday, March 4th
#9 Washington & Jefferson - 2, #5 Minot State - 5
#10 West Chester - 1, #6 Michigan-Dearborn - 2
#11 Arizona State - 2, #7 Weber State - 3
#12 Towson - 4, #8 Iowa State - 8
Friday, March 5th
#5 Minot State - 4, #4 Illinois - 3
#6 Michigan-Dearborn - 3, #3 Rhode Island - 5
#7 Weber State - 1, #2 Ohio - 2 (F-2OT)
ACHA NATIONAL TOURNAMENT
March 6, 2004
Penn State 9 Minot State 1
First Period-
Scoring
2:42 PSU Teague-Willits Kelley(6) from Brendan Martin(14), Jack Weber(20) EVEN
5:44 PSU Marc Switaj (3) from Pat Schaeffer (12) and Bret Wilson (10) EVEN
8:07 PSU Joe Maglaque (14) from Justin Depretis (22) and Chris Rome (23) PP
19:50 PSU Bill Downey (22) from Mike Carrano (23) and Jack Weber (21) PP
Penalties
7:41 MSU Ryan Kristalovich charging 2 minutes
10:30 PSU Bill Downey boarding 2 minutes
12:51 MSU Nathan Morrice elbowing 2 minutes
17:32 MSU Taras Turko roughing 2 minutes
18:53 MSU Ryan Kristalovich cross checking 2 minutes
19:50 PSU Justin Depretis roughing 2 minutes
20:00 MSU Ryan Eberhardt misconduct 10 minutes
Second Period-
Scoring
5:51 PSU Justin Depretis (34) from Joe Maglaque (33) and Matt Wallace (12) EVEN
8:42 PSU Jack Weber (13) from Glenn Zuck (55) and Joe Maglaque (34) PP
9:30 PSU Mike Carrano (21) from Bill Downey (32) and Glenn Zuck (56) PP
12:03 PSU Matt Wallace (1) from Justin Depretis (23) and Glenn Zuck (57) PP
19:31 MSU Matt Samson from Ryan Eberhart and J.J. Fisher PP
Penalties-
: 46 MSU Nathan Morrice checking from behind 2 minutes
7:22 MSU Kent Kirkhammer slashing 2 minutes
8:54 MSU Taras Turko slashing major 5 minutes
8:54 MSU Taras Turko game disqualification
8:54 MSU Ryan Kristalovich charging 2 minutes
8:54 MSU Ryan Kristalovich game misconduct 10 minutes
12:59 MSU Nathan Morrice roughing 2 minutes
12:59 PSU Garret Divins roughing 2 minutes
15:09 MSU Ryan Eberhardt cross checking 2 minutes
17:38 PSU Garret Divins elbowing 2 minutes
19:31 PSU Curtiss Patrick cross checking 2 minutes
Third Period-
Scoring
3:02 PSU Brett Wilson (12) from Glenn Zuck (58) and Curtiss Patrick (36) PP
Penalties
2:35 MSU Nathan Morrice elbowing 2 minutes
3:20 PSU Garret Divins cross checking 2 minutes
9:46 PSU Cole Burnham tripping 2 minutes
12:52 MSU Chris Schollar tripping 2 minutes
15:55 MSU Kerry Schrlock roughing 2 minutes
OTHER GAMES SATURDAY MARCH 6TH:
10:00 AM Seventh Place Game #8 Iowa State 3 vs #7 Weber State 5
1:00 PM Fifth Place Game #6 Michigan-Dearborn 1 vs #4 Illinois 4
4:00 PM Semi-Final#1 #3 Rhode Island 0 vs #2 Ohio 2
ACHA DIVISION I NATIONAL TOURNAMENT
Championship Game
March 7, 2004
Ohio University 5 Penn State 4
Ohio 2004 ACHA National Champions
Puck drop: 2:05
Score by period 1st 2nd 3rd OT
Ohio 0 1 4 --
Penn State 2 0 2 --
Shots on goal
Ohio 2 7 7 16
Penn State 5 7 9 21
Starting Goalies
Ohio 30 Gallagher
Penn State 31 Blackman
First Period Summary
SCORING SCORE
14:25 PSU Goal -- 27 Depretis, Assist 24 Jeager, Assist 18 Zuck OU 0-1 PSU
16:29 PSU PP Goal -- 24 Jeager, Assist 11 Patrick, 18 Zuck OU 0-2 PSU
PENALTIES
4:41 PSU 7 Martin -- 2 mins Cross Checking
8:19 OU 9 Branco -- 2 mins Interference
14:41 OU 9 Branco -- 2 mins Hooking
Second Period Summary
SCORING SCORE
9:50 OU PP Goal -- 17 Kubas, Assist 5 Preble OU 1-2 PSU
PENALTIES
:14 OU 5 Preble -- 2 mins Holding
4:15 PSU 15 Roache -- 2 mins Cross Checking
9:50 PSU 15 Roache -- 2 mins Cross Checking
14:41 PSU Bench Minor -- Too Many Men
15:17 OU 17 Kubas -- 2 mins Interference
17:59 OU 3 Day -- 2 mins Rouhing
15:59 PSU 15 Roache -- 2 mins Roughing
Third Period Summary
SCORING SCORE
5:23 OU PP Goal -- 19 Hernandez, Assist 9 Branco OU 2-2 PSU
8:07 OU Goal -- 9 Branco OU 3-2 PSU
8:38 OU Goal -- 21Richardson, Assists 19 Hernandez, 22 Miller OU 4-2 PSU
11:55 PSU Goal -- 15 Roache, Assist 8 Downey OU 4-3 PSU
15:31 PSU Goal -- 24 Jeager, Assist 27 Depretis, 18 Zuck OU 4-4 PSU
17:04 OU Goal -- 27 Arkeilpane OU 5-4 PSU
PENALTIES
4:22 PSU 18 Zuck -- 2 mins Tripping
13:00 PSU 27 Depretis -- 2 mins Boarding
17:27 PSU 7 Martin -- 2 mins Tripping