With the NCHC Frozen Faceoff fast approaching, hockey enthusiasts are preparing for an action-packed weekend at Xcel Energy Center in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This highly anticipated event, taking place on Friday, March 22 and Saturday, March 23, is set to feature thrilling matchups and a variety of fan activities.
The semifinal matchups have been confirmed, with fifth-seeded Omaha facing top-seeded North Dakota in the first contest at 4 p.m., and third-seeded St. Cloud State taking on second-seeded Denver in the night cap at 7:30 p.m. The winners of these games will advance to the championship game on Saturday, March 23, with puck drop set for 7:38 p.m. at Xcel Energy Center. All three Frozen Faceoff games will be televised nationally on CBS Sports Network.
North Dakota, the 2023-24 Penrose Cup champions, will be seeking to secure their spot in the championship game after sweeping eighth-seeded Miami in the NCHC Quarterfinals. Conversely, Omaha will be aiming to continue their impressive run after topping No. 4 seed and No. 10 ranked Colorado College in three games over the weekend to earn its first-ever trip to the NCHC Frozen Faceoff.
Denver, the only team to have participated in all 10 Frozen Faceoffs in conference history, will be facing off against St. Cloud State, who needed three games to dispatch sixth-seeded and 14th-ranked Western Michigan in the NCHC Quarterfinals. The stage is set for an exhilarating weekend of college hockey action.
In addition to the highly anticipated games, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a range of activities and events. Thursday will commence with team practices throughout the day, starting at 10:15 a.m. and concluding at 3 p.m. Those attending practices will have the opportunity to watch all of Thursday’s press conferences live for free on NCHC.tv.
The Conference will also host its annual NCHC Awards Celebration at the St. Paul Event Center on Thursday night, where individual award winners will be announced. Additionally, fan activities such as the NCHC Fan Skate and Fan Fest will provide entertainment for attendees before the hockey games each day.
For those planning to travel to Saint Paul for the Frozen Faceoff, hotel rooms can be booked through a special link from Visit Saint Paul. With a weekend of thrilling hockey action and a range of fan activities on the horizon, the 2024 NCHC Frozen Faceoff promises to be an unforgettable experience for college hockey fans.
For more information on Xcel Energy Center and its fan policies, including the bag policy, please visit the official NCHC website. Stay updated on the latest Frozen Faceoff news, schedule, videos, and more by visiting NCHChockey.com and following the NCHC on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
With the stage set for an epic weekend of college hockey, the 2024 NCHC Frozen Faceoff is a must-see event for hockey enthusiasts. Mark your calendars and get ready to witness the excitement unfold at Xcel Energy Center in Saint Paul!