The University of Denver has officially announced that it has been chosen as the host of the 2025 U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Game. The University of Denver’s Pioneers hockey team will go head-to-head against the University of Minnesota at Ball Arena in downtown Denver over the Thanksgiving weekend in 2025.
This esteemed event has Josh Berlo, Vice Chancellor for Athletics and Ritchie Center Operations at the University, expressing the University’s deep honor in hosting the game. He eagerly anticipates reigniting the rivalry between the two distinguished college hockey programs, particularly following Denver’s impressive 10th national championship win.
The highly anticipated game is expected to attract significant attention from the college hockey community. Ticket prices start at $25, and additional ticket packages that include premium seating and suites are available for purchase. Those interested in the game are advised to sign up for information updates regarding pre-sale.
The specific details regarding the date and time of the 2025 U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Game will be announced following the release of the NHL schedule.
The University of Denver will be hosting the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Game for the third time in its history, marking the fourth time the Pioneers will compete in the contest. Previous U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Games hosted by DU were held at Magness Arena in 2008 and 2012.
Doug Palazzari of the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame has expressed excitement about the upcoming game, emphasizing the importance of having two premier college hockey programs go head-to-head at Ball Arena in 2025.
The matchup will feature Denver from the National Collegiate Hockey Conference and Minnesota from the Big Ten Conference, highlighting two of the most successful college hockey programs in history.
David Carle, the Richard and Kitzia Goodman Hockey Head Coach at Denver, has communicated his team’s enthusiasm for the opportunity to play against Minnesota at Ball Arena, highlighting the significance of the game for their program and players.
The U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Game will mark the first meeting between DU and UM since their last game as members of the Western Collegiate Hockey Association (WCHA) in 2013.
This upcoming game will be Denver’s second-ever match at Ball Arena, presenting an excellent opportunity to showcase the University’s robust program and the state’s rich tradition of college hockey.
The University of Denver is also preparing to celebrate 75 years of its hockey program throughout the 2024-25 season, honoring the team’s notable achievements and contributions to the sport.
The event has grabbed the attention of various organizations, with Chris MacFarland, General Manager of the Colorado Avalanche, expressing enthusiasm about the collaboration with the University of Denver and the opportunity to host the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame game at Ball Arena.
The Denver Sports Commission is equally eager to partner for this momentous event, acknowledging Denver as a significant hub for hockey and eagerly anticipating hosting dedicated Pioneer fans and visiting hockey enthusiasts.
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