Men’s Hockey travels to Bowling Green for final game of 2024

Tigers Hit the Road for Final Game ‌of 2024 ⁤Against Bowling ⁣Green

ROCHESTER, N.Y. ‌- The RIT Men’s Hockey ‌team is back in action after a three-week holiday break, traveling to Bowling Green on⁢ Sunday, Dec.⁢ 29 for its final contest of 2024. Puck drop is set for 3:00 p.m.

The Tigers (4-9-1) are looking to build on momentum after snapping a⁢ tough 0-7-1 skid with a‌ thrilling 4-3 overtime victory against Atlantic Hockey rival Robert Morris on Dec. 7 at the Gene Polisseni Center. Sophomore forward Christian Catalano delivered the game-winner just 2:14 into the extra period.The Falcons (8-8-0) are ​also returning to the ice after a ⁣two-week break,having ‍swept​ visiting Northern Michigan,2-0 adn 4-3,in⁤ CCHA play on Dec. 13-14.

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Tiger Rewind

RIT split ‌an Atlantic Hockey doubleheader with Robert Morris three weeks ago. ‍

In addition‌ to Catalano’s heroics, ‌junior defenseman Xavier Lapointe recorded his first career two-goal game for the Tigers. First-year forward Ty Whyte ‌also made his mark, scoring his first two collegiate points‌ with a goal and an assist.

RIT Men’s Hockey Splits Series with Robert ‍Morris, Prepares for Rematch with Bowling Green

Rochester, NY – The RIT men’s hockey team (6-8-2, 5-5-2 AHA) split a weekend series with Robert Morris, winning 4-3 on Saturday after falling 7-3 on friday. The Tigers now turn their attention to a ⁢rematch with Bowling⁣ Green this Sunday, seeking revenge for a 2-1 overtime loss earlier⁢ this season.

Saturday’s victory saw RIT overcome a 3-1 deficit after two‍ periods, fueled by a four-goal third period.Sophomore forward Tyler Fukakusa extended his team-best eight-game point-scoring​ streak with ⁢an assist, while first-year goaltender‍ Ethan ‌David made 24 saves to earn his first collegiate win.

“It was a great team effort tonight,”‌ said David. “We battled ‍back ​hard in the third period and ⁢found a way to get the win.”

Friday’s opener saw Robert​ Morris snap an eight-game losing streak against RIT, winning ​in Rochester for the first time as 2019. Senior defenseman Douglas⁤ Scott ‍scored his ‌first career‌ goal, while first-year⁤ defenseman ‍ryan Williams notched his ​first career⁣ point with an assist.

Despite the loss, first-year defenseman Tristan⁤ allen was named the AHA ⁤Rookie ​of the Week on December 9th. Allen tallied a power-play goal and an assist against canisius on December 3rd and added assists in both games against Robert ‍Morris, including the primary assist⁤ on Catalano’s overtime game-winner.

Looking Ahead: A⁢ Rematch with Bowling Green

RIT travels to ⁢Bowling Green⁢ this​ Sunday for a rematch with the Falcons, who defeated the ⁢Tigers 2-1‍ in overtime earlier this season at a sold-out Blue Cross ​arena in ⁣Rochester.

First-year goaltender Jakub Krbecek made a career-high 43 ‍saves in that game, while junior forward simon Isabelle⁤ opened the scoring for RIT. Bowling Green ​tied the game⁣ less than two minutes later, forcing overtime where Gustav Stjernberg scored the deciding goal with 47.4 seconds remaining.

Fukakusa shining⁤ Bright

Sophomore forward Tyler Fukakusa ​continues to ⁣be a ‍force for RIT, entering the holiday break tied for eighth nationally in scoring with ‌21 points and tied for second⁤ with 16 assists.

Fukakusa is riding an eight-game point-scoring streak,⁤ totaling 12 points on three goals and nine assists during November. He ‍recorded a ⁢career-high four assists in a 6-2 win at Bentley on November 9th and added a goal and an⁤ assist in back-to-back games against Army and Sacred Heart.

Fukakusa also ⁤ranks eighth nationally with 215‍ faceoff victories, winning 54 percent of ‌his draws this‍ season.

The Tigers will look to build on​ their recent success as they head into⁤ the second half ⁣of the season.

RIT Hockey Roaring Back: Wilde, Isabelle‍ Lead ⁣Tigers’ Resurgence

Rochester, NY ​- The RIT Tigers men’s‍ hockey team is heading into the holiday‍ break with momentum, fueled by strong performances from ‍sophomore forward Matthew Wilde and junior forward Simon Isabelle.​

Wilde, who missed the Tigers’ first eight games ‍due to a preseason injury, has been a force as⁢ his return, leading Atlantic Hockey with 1.27 points per game. He’s racked up at least ⁤one‍ point in eight of ⁣his last 11 games, including a⁢ career-high⁢ four-point performance against Bentley on November 9th. Wilde is currently tied for ⁤the team lead with seven goals and is second with 14 points.

“Matthew has been a spark plug for⁣ us since he returned⁢ to the ⁤lineup,” said RIT head coach ‍Wayne Wilson. “His ‌offensive instincts are top-notch, and he’s‍ been⁤ a key contributor to our recent success.”

isabelle⁣ has‍ been dominant in the faceoff circle, ranking fourth nationally with 223 faceoff wins.His.596 winning percentage is ⁣the highest among the 11 players in the country with at least 200 faceoff wins. Isabelle has recorded double-digit faceoff wins in⁣ 15 of RIT’s⁢ 19 games this season, including a career-high 18 wins against Clarkson on ‌November ⁣18th.

“Simon’s work⁤ ethic and dedication to ⁣improving his game ⁤are truly notable,” Wilson added. “he’s a valuable asset to our ‌team both offensively ​and defensively.”

The Tigers have also⁢ seen contributions from several other​ players, including freshman forward Ty Whyte, who became the 17th RIT player ‍to score a‌ goal this season. Freshman goaltender Jakub Krbecek has ⁤also impressed, recording a 10-game streak to start his collegiate career with at least 30 saves.

“We’re a team that’s built on depth and hard work,” Wilson said. “We’ve got a ‍lot of talented players who are⁢ committed to playing for each other. We’re excited about the second half ‍of the season and the challenges that‍ lie ⁤ahead.”

The Tigers will return to action ⁣on January 6th against Niagara.

From‍ Falcons to‍ Tigers:‍ RIT⁣ Hockey ⁣staff Boasts Bowling green Roots

Rochester, NY – The RIT Tigers men’s ice hockey program boasts a ‌coaching⁤ staff with deep ties to a⁢ powerhouse program hundreds of miles away:⁢ Bowling Green State University.Head Coach Wayne Wilson, Associate ⁢Head coach Brian Hills,​ and⁢ Director⁢ of Player Development Buddy Powers all spent significant time with the Falcons, forging a connection that continues to shape their coaching philosophies today.

Wilson, now in his 26th season behind the RIT bench, began his collegiate career wearing the orange and brown of Bowling ⁤Green. As a player, he captained the Falcons to​ a national‌ championship in 1984, a feat made even more remarkable​ by the fact that the title game was played ⁣in Lake Placid, New York, on the same ice where the U.S. Olympic team achieved the “Miracle on Ice” four years ‌earlier.Wilson’s crucial assist on the game-tying goal in⁤ the quadruple-overtime thriller cemented his place ⁤in Bowling Green hockey history.

“That championship run was something‍ truly special,” Wilson recalls. ​”The experience of playing for⁣ Coach​ York ⁣and alongside such talented teammates instilled in me a deep understanding of what it takes to build a winning program.”

Wilson’s dedication to the Falcons didn’t end with his playing days. ⁤He returned to ⁢Bowling ​Green as an⁣ assistant coach,guiding the​ team to three NCAA Tournament appearances.

Joining Wilson on the RIT bench is Associate Head Coach Brian Hills,a‌ Bowling Green legend in his own right. Hills graduated in 1983 ⁤as the program’s all-time leading scorer and goal scorer, racking up an impressive 270 points and ​116 ⁣goals during his collegiate career. His senior year saw him shatter ⁤the program record with 94 points, earning him First-Team All-American honors and a Hobey Baker Award ‍finalist nod for the second consecutive season.

Hills’ impact on the Falcons program extends beyond⁣ the stat sheet. He was inducted into the BGSU‍ Athletics Hall of Fame in 1988, ​a‍ testament to his lasting legacy.

Rounding out the trio is Buddy Powers, who served as an assistant coach⁤ at Bowling Green from 1982-1988 before taking the ​helm⁣ as head coach from 1994-2002.​ Powers’ connection to RIT runs deep as well. He spent a season as head coach of the Tigers in 1988-89,⁢ leading​ them to a 26-8-2 record ‍and⁤ a runner-up finish in the NCAA Division III national championship.

Powers currently serves as ⁣the Falcons’ Director of Player Development,⁤ continuing his dedication to the ​program that shaped his coaching⁢ career.

The ⁤shared experience of ⁣these three coaches at Bowling Green has undoubtedly influenced their approach to coaching‌ at RIT. Their commitment ⁢to excellence,their understanding of the game,and their passion for​ developing young athletes are all⁤ hallmarks of the Bowling Green tradition,now carried forward with pride in ‍Rochester.

Tigers Claw Back Against Robert ‌Morris, Seek Revenge Against Bowling Green

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The RIT Men’s Hockey‍ team ⁢is refocusing after a thrilling overtime ​victory against Atlantic hockey rival Robert Morris, snapping a tough losing streak and building momentum heading into their final game ​of 2024.

I spoke with Head⁣ Coach⁢ Wayne Wilson about the Tigers’⁤ recent resurgence and ⁣what to expect as they face bowling Green on Sunday.

Newsdirectory3: How critically important was that ‍win against ​Robert Morris coming off such a tough stretch?

Coach Wilson: It was huge. Our guys showed a lot of⁤ resilience battling back from a two-goal deficit in the third period. It was a real​ gut-check win, and I think it’s given us a much-needed confidence boost heading into the ⁤Bowling Green rematch.

Newsdirectory3: Sophomore forward Christian Catalano‌ seems​ to be ⁣coming ⁢into ⁤his own. What’s contributing to his recent ⁤success?

Coach Wilson: Christian’s ⁤work‌ ethic is exceptional. He’s always been a talented player,⁤ but now ⁤he’s putting it all together.

He’s⁢ starting to find his scoring touch and is becoming a real threat offensively.

Newsdirectory3: Speaking of offence, sophomore forward Tyler Fukakusa continues ⁤to put up extraordinary numbers. What makes him such a dynamic player?

Coach Wilson: Tyler’s vision is incredible. He sees the ice so well and can make plays that very few others can. He’s a true playmaker and elevates the players around him.

Newsdirectory3:

Looking ahead to Bowling Green, there ‍seems to be a lot of motivation to avenge that overtime loss earlier this season.

Coach Wilson: Absolutely. We knew Bowling Green was going to be a tough opponent, ⁢and they proved it. ⁣We made some mistakes that cost us ‍that game, but we’ve learned from them. We’re going in there with ⁢a plan and are determined to get even.

Newsdirectory3: What can fans expect from the Tigers in the second half of the ‍season?

Coach‍ Wilson: We’re excited ‍about the direction this team is heading. ⁢We’re playing with more‍ confidence and are committed to ⁢getting better every​ day. our goal is ​to ⁤compete for a championship,and we believe‌ we have the talent and the determination to do it.

The puck drops at 3:00 p.m.on ‍Sunday⁢ in Bowling ⁤Green, and fans can catch all the action through various platforms including Midco Sports+, WITR 89.7 FM, and FOX sports 1280 AM.