Hey hockey fans! The No. 13/16 Sun Devil Hockey team is gearing up for their first road trip of the season. They’ll be facing off against Miami (Ohio) on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 27-28 at Goggin Ice Center. This is an exciting matchup as it’s the first time these two teams will meet, and they’ll be conference opponents in the future. You can catch the games on NCHC.tv or listen on Fox Sports 910AM radio.
The Sun Devils have been on fire lately, with back-to-back sweeps at home against tough opponents. They’ve shown off their depth with 10 different players scoring goals, including some first-timers like Kyle Smolen, Tyler Gratton, and Alex Young.
Miami is one of the teams that ASU will face in the National Collegiate Hockey Conference this season. They’re coming off a sweep against Canisius and are looking to keep their momentum going. It’s going to be an intense matchup!
Let’s take a look at how these teams stack up. ASU is ranked in the top-15 nationally in several categories, including goals against average, power play, and penalty kill. Miami, on the other hand, has a strong shots percentage and goals per game. It’s going to be a battle of the special teams!
The Sun Devils have been making waves in the national polls, climbing up to No. 13 after their undefeated start to the season. They’re determined to keep their ranking and make a statement in this series.
One player to watch out for is Matthew Kopperud. He’s been on fire, scoring game-winning goals and breaking records left and right. He’s a key player for ASU and will be looking to make an impact in this series.
In goal, TJ Semptimphelter has been outstanding. He’s only allowed five goals in four starts and has a save percentage of .952. He’s a force to be reckoned with and will be a tough challenge for Miami’s offense.
The Sun Devil defense has also been impressive, limiting their opponents’ shot opportunities. They’ve been getting better with each game and will be looking to shut down Miami’s offense.
This series is going to be a showdown between two talented teams. ASU is ready to hit the road and show what they’re made of. Make sure to tune in and cheer on the Sun Devils as they take on Miami (Ohio)!