The Yale University men's ice hockey team, also known as the Yale Bulldogs, competes in the NCAA Division I ECAC Hockey conference. The team's schedule typically includes a mix of conference and non-conference games, with the season running from late October to early March. In recent years, the Bulldogs have faced off against top-ranked teams from across the country, including Harvard, Cornell, and Quinnipiac. The team plays its home games at Ingalls Rink, a 3,500-seat arena located on the Yale University campus in New Haven, Connecticut.
2022-2023 Yale Hockey Schedule
The 2022-2023 Yale hockey schedule features 32 games, including 22 conference matchups and 10 non-conference contests. The season kicks off on October 29, 2022, with a home game against the University of Alberta, followed by a road trip to face the University of Connecticut on November 1, 2022. The Bulldogs will also host the annual Thanksgiving tournament, which will feature games against the University of Massachusetts and the University of New Hampshire. Conference play begins on November 4, 2022, with a home game against Brown University.
Conference Schedule
The ECAC Hockey conference schedule includes 22 games, with the Bulldogs facing off against each of the other 11 teams in the conference at least twice. The conference schedule is as follows:
| Opponent | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Brown University | November 4, 2022 | Ingalls Rink |
| Union College | November 11, 2022 | Achilles Rink |
| Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute | November 12, 2022 | Houston Field House |
| Harvard University | November 18, 2022 | Ingalls Rink |
| Dartmouth College | November 19, 2022 | Ingalls Rink |
| Clarkson University | December 2, 2022 | CU Arena |
| St. Lawrence University | December 3, 2022 | Appleton Arena |
Non-Conference Schedule
The non-conference schedule includes 10 games, with the Bulldogs facing off against teams from the Hockey East, Big Ten, and Atlantic Hockey conferences. The non-conference schedule is as follows:
| Opponent | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| University of Alberta | October 29, 2022 | Ingalls Rink |
| University of Connecticut | November 1, 2022 | XL Center |
| University of Massachusetts | November 25, 2022 | Mullins Center |
| University of New Hampshire | November 26, 2022 | Whittemore Center |
| Michigan State University | December 30, 2022 | Munn Ice Arena |
| University of Michigan | December 31, 2022 | Yost Ice Arena |
The Bulldogs will also participate in the ECAC Hockey Tournament, which will be held at the Herb Brooks Arena in Lake Placid, New York. The tournament will feature the top four teams in the conference, with the winner earning an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament.
What is the schedule for the ECAC Hockey Tournament?
+The ECAC Hockey Tournament will be held from March 10-12, 2023, at the Herb Brooks Arena in Lake Placid, New York. The tournament will feature the top four teams in the conference, with the winner earning an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament.
How can I purchase tickets to Yale hockey games?
+Tickets to Yale hockey games can be purchased online through the Yale Athletics website or at the Ingalls Rink box office. Tickets are also available for purchase over the phone by calling the Yale Athletics ticket office.
The Yale hockey team is led by head coach Keith Allain, who has been at the helm of the program since 2006. Allain has led the Bulldogs to several successful seasons, including a NCAA Championship in 2013. The team is also supported by a strong coaching staff, including assistant coaches Ryan Donald and Josh Siembida.
The Bulldogs have a strong roster, featuring several returning players from last season’s team. The team is led by senior captain Graham Lillibridge, who has been a key contributor to the team’s success over the past three seasons. The Bulldogs have also added several new players to the roster, including freshman forward Will Dineen, who is expected to make an immediate impact on the team.
