Utica University Coach Gary Heenan and the UCHC Champion Pioneers didn't leave quietly on Tuesday afternoon for Hartford, CT, to play for a school first, National Championship.
The Utica University Pioneers men's hockey team will have an extra week to prepare for the NCAA Division III hockey championship tournament after receiving a bye during Monday's selection show. That means Heenan's Pioneers won't play until the quarterfinals at home on March 18th.
The #1 Division III men's hockey team, and the #12 Division III women's hockey team in all of America will both be playing at home in the playoffs this Saturday.
Known for being among the highest ranked programs in the country, this collegiate team has now slid into the top spot and can boast a national No.1 ranking.
The Utica College men's hockey team put two wins in the books this weekend. On Friday, the Pioneers spanked Fredonia 7-3 as they opened at home at the newly renovated Utica Aud. On Saturday, the Pioneers traveled to Cortland and won a close game, 3-2.