UAH (0-0-0) vs. Colorado College (0-0-0) Oct. 10-11, 2014 - Colorado Springs, Colo. - 8:37 p.m. / 8:07 p.m.
Broadmoor World Arena (3,000)
Live Stats: cctigers.comLive Video: cctigers.com
About the Chargers
NEW SEASON: A program that began back in 1979 has seen its ups and downs throughout its history. From a national championship program in the mid-1990's to a CHA contender in the early to mid-2000's, UAH hockey has landed in the prestigious Western Collegiate Hockey Association. The Chargers are now beginning their second year with the WCHA.
RECAPPING LAST SEASON: The Chargers finished last in the WCHA with a 2-35-1 overall record in head coach
Mike Corbett's inaugural season. UAH picked up its first conference victory in overtime at Bowling Green (12/07/13). The Chargers also had a win over Bemidji State (02/28/14) and played Alaska Anchorage (01/17/14) to a 1-1 tie.
SECOND YEAR: Senior
Doug Reid will serve as captain for the second consecutive season for the Chargers. Reid totaled five assists in 36 games played in 2013-14. In his career, Reid has played in 90 games and totaled 14 points (2g, 12a).
POINTS LEADER: Forward
Jack Prince lead all Chargers in scoring last season with 13 points (8g, 5a). Prince had a team-high goal total and was tied for third on the team in assists. He had two multi-goal games in contests against Michigan Tech (02/08/2014) and Northern Michigan (03/08/2014). The junior also stayed on the ice plenty last season totaling 33 games played and accruing just three penalties.
COMBO GOALIES: The Chargers goaltending duo of
Carmine Guerriero and
Matt Larose stood out in the 2013-14 season, as the pair combined for 1362 saves. Guerriero lead all goalies with a .905 save percentage and a 3.90 goal against average, while Larose was recognized as WCHA Freshman of the Week after he picked up his first collegiate win in a 40-save performance against Bemidji State (02/28/14).
LOOKING AHEAD: The Chargers open their home slate next weekend when they play host to WCHA opponent Bowling Green on Oct. 17-18. Following the home opener, UAH will be on the road at Minnesota State, Northern Michigan and Air Force.
MATCHUP HISTORY: The Chargers travel to Colorado College for the sixth time in program history to open the new season. UAH owns a 0-5-0 all-time series record against CC, with the last matchup occurring on Jan. 22, 2011 and ending in a 4-1 Chargers loss.
About the Tigers
CC IN 2013-14: Colorado College totaled a 7-24-6 overall record and a 5-13-5 record within the National Collegiate Hockey Conference. CC was picked to finish eighth in the NCHC preseason media poll.
YOUNG OFFENSE: CC's top three returning scorers are second-year players, including 2013-14 NCHC Rookie of the Year Jaccob Slavin, who led the Tigers with 25 points (5g, 20a). Sam Rothstein finished third with 20 points (6g, 14a), while Alex Roos was fourth with 17 (10g, 7a).
NEW COACH: One year after participating in the inaugural season of the NCHC, Colorado College hired Mike Haviland as the program leader. Haviland is the 14th head coach in the history of the program.
Odds and Ends
KIDS IN FREE: The UAH athletic department announced on Wednesday that children ages 12 and under will be admitted free to all UAH hockey games for the upcoming 2014-15 season, courtesy of Huntsville International Airport. Fans can purchase hockey tickets by visiting the VBC Box Office or by calling (256) UAH-PUCK to purchase group tickets. Tickets can also be purchased through Ticketmaster at (800) 745-3000 or at Ticketmaster.com.
PROMOS APLENTY: Giveaways are prevalent throughout the entire 16-game home schedule with each game featuring a promotional item. Fans will also be able to collect all 2014-15 individual trading cards this season, with featured cards available during each weekend series. Each game will have special in-game promotional competitions and activities, while providing both pregame and in-game entertainment for the fans.
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