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Historic Hockey Debut at Beaver Stadium Draws 75,000 Fans

2/1/2026

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Beaver Stadium at Penn State hosted its first NCAA Division I hockey games on January 31, 2026, after snow removal by nearly 500 volunteers, including Penn State students.
The Penn State women's ice hockey team defeated Robert Morris 3-0.
The Penn State men's ice hockey team lost to Michigan State in overtime, 6-5.
An estimated 75,000 fans attended.
Players and coaches praised the incredible atmosphere.

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Beaver Stadium at Penn State hosted its first NCAA Division I hockey games on January 31, 2026, after snow removal by nearly 500 volunteers, including Penn State students.
The Penn State women's ice hockey team defeated Robert Morris 3-0.
The Penn State men's ice hockey team lost to Michigan State in overtime, 6-5.
An estimated 75,000 fans attended.
Players and coaches praised the incredible atmosphere.