(Photo by Dan Dreisbach)

- Montclair, NJ

     The SECHL Conference Tournament returned to Montclair State Ice Arena this year, showcasing 5 of the ACHA DII Top-20 teams from the Northeast.  Game one featured #3 seeded Clarkson University vs. the MSU Red Hawks.  The  Red Hawks jumped out to a 2-0 lead on the #3 seeded Clarkson Golden Knights, and although Clarkson was able to draw even in the second period, MSU regained the 2 goal lead later in the period.  Clarkson cut the lead in half, midway into the 3rd period, but the Red Hawks answered back with an empty net goal late in the period.   Clarkson was able to get one more with the goalie pulled again, but MSU locked it down to finish off the upset and sent the Golden Knights back to Potsdam, NY a bit earlier than they expected.

     With their first playoff win since 2015, MSU advances to the SECHL Semifinal tomorrow (Saturday 2/10) at 3:00 pm when they will face #1 seeded ARMY.  Tickets are available at the door for $5.00... Students are free with ID.  Let's Go Red Hawks!