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RIT Tigers Men's Hockey vs. Niagara Purple Eagles Hockey

January 23, 2026 7:05 pm

Gene Polisseni Center
200 Lomb Memorial Drive, Rochester, NY 14623

Cheer on the RIT Tigers as they take on the Niagara Purple Eagles in an exciting NCAA Division I men's hockey matchup at the Gene Polisseni Center in Rochester, New York.

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Why We Like It

  • It's a crucial conference game for the Tigers as they look to climb the standings.
  • Witness the intense rivalry between these two upstate New York hockey programs.
  • The Gene Polisseni Center provides an intimate, high-energy atmosphere for college hockey.

Who Should Attend

Hockey fans, RIT alumni and students, and anyone looking for a thrilling college sports experience will enjoy this event.

In the Spotlight

RIT Tigers Men's Hockey

The men's ice hockey team for the Rochester Institute of Technology, competing in the Atlantic Hockey conference.

Niagara Purple Eagles Hockey

The men's ice hockey team for Niagara University, a Division I program that plays in the Atlantic Hockey conference.

About the Venue

Gene Polisseni Center

A modern, 4,300-seat arena on the RIT campus that offers excellent sightlines and an energetic atmosphere for NCAA hockey.