WATERBURY, Conn. (1/30/26) – The Franklin Pierce University men's ice hockey team was edged on the road Friday afternoon, falling 1–0 to Post University at the Sports Center of Connecticut.
Score: Post University 1, Franklin Pierce 0
Records: Franklin Pierce 8–13-0 (6-7-0 NE10), Post University 4-15-1 (3-9-1 NE10)
Location: Sports Center of Connecticut (Waterbury, Conn.)
Date: Friday, January 30, 2026
HOW IT HAPPENED
- The opening period was scoreless as both teams traded chances and Franklin Pierce generated offensive pressure, but neither side was able to find the back of the net.
- The teams traded off shots and penalties in the second period, but both defensive units held strong to continue the scoreless game throughout the second peroid.
- Post scored the game's lone goal in the sixth minute of the third period to take the 1–0 lead into the final frame.
- The Ravens pressed for the equalizer in the third period, but Post's defense and goaltending held strong to preserve the shutout.
BREAKING DOWN THE NUMBERS
• Franklin Pierce recorded 33 shots, with 19 on goal
• The Ravens won the faceoff battle, 30–24
• Franklin Pierce blocked 19 shots
• Power Play: 0-for-5
• Penalty Minutes: 14
UP NEXT FOR THE RAVENS: Franklin Pierce returns home on Saturday to host Post University for Senior Day at the Jason Ritchie Ice Arena. Puck drop is set for 7:00 p.m.
