RPI & Union @ Cornell & Colgate (2/22, 2/23)

[GRussinko]

Re: RPI & Union @ Cornell & Colgate (2/22, 2/23)

The Colgate Inn may have some openings, and I remember we stayed in some cottages when the band went for a playoff series (I can't remember the name though; GRussinko do you remember?). If you don't mind the 45 minute commute from Syracuse that I usually do, there are plenty of places out there (although that is to the west, and unless you're also going to Cornell, you may not want to go that direction); Utica probably also has some good openings. I don't see any other suggestions from cmmarkham, though. http://www.rpihockey.net/travel/colgate.shtml

We've stayed at the White Eagle Conference Center in the past (http://www.whiteagle.com/) which is just a short drive north of Hamilton. It has the small cabins FD is referring to. Rooms appear to be $89 a night in the off-season.

[Red Cloud]

Re: RPI & Union @ Cornell & Colgate (2/22, 2/23)

You should know by now that, win lose or tie, I want to see the team put together a full effort. That means a maximum of 65 minutes, so why not say 65 minutes?

God forbid anyone think you want the team to slack off if they're playing in overtime.

[ajt6954]

Re: RPI & Union @ Cornell & Colgate (2/22, 2/23)

We've stayed at the White Eagle Conference Center in the past (http://www.whiteagle.com/) which is just a short drive north of Hamilton. It has the small cabins FD is referring to. Rooms appear to be $89 a night in the off-season.

Thanks guys...I'll call later today! Anyone else makin' the trip?

[Wholin1]

Re: RPI & Union @ Cornell & Colgate (2/22, 2/23)

What's the drive time between the two campuses and the best route? Colgate Inn is full on Friday so I may head right to Ithaca.

[sshablak]

Re: RPI & Union @ Cornell & Colgate (2/22, 2/23)

There's the Wendt University Inn in town...Turning Stone Casino is twenty minutes away ....great restaurants there(about ten) Vernon Downs casino is also twenty minutes with a big hotel. Real nice both. There are also two big hotels across the street from the casino on rte 365(can't remember the names) A nice Sports bar called "The Recovery Room is right next to the hotels.

Ithaca is about 80 miles as the crow flies. From Hamilton take rte 26 to rte 13, that will get you to Cortland, then 19 miles to Ithaca. Less than two hours drive. Done it countless times.

In Ithaca you have to go to the "Commons" area on campus.

[RKarger]

Re: RPI & Union @ Cornell & Colgate (2/22, 2/23)

There's the Wendt University Inn in town...Turning Stone Casino is twenty minutes away ....great restaurants there(about ten) Vernon Downs casino is also twenty minutes with a big hotel. Real nice both. There are also two big hotels across the street from the casino on rte 365(can't remember the names) A nice Sports bar called "The Recovery Room is right next to the hotels.

Ithaca is about 80 miles as the crow flies. From Hamilton take rte 26 to rte 13, that will get you to Cortland, then 19 miles to Ithaca. Less than two hours drive. Done it countless times.

In Ithaca you have to go to the "Commons" area on campus.

We've got a Recovery Room here in Troy as well - the team and families are almost always there after the game, so if the food's similar it should be great.

[turk181]

Re: RPI & Union @ Cornell & Colgate (2/22, 2/23)

We have talked a lot about the great things that the team has done in the last two months, but I would like to mention something that has not been talked about yet.
Who is resposible for the new power play? It is a pleasure to watch the movement, the down low play and the fact that we are no longer so predictable.
Kudos to the coach that put this thing together.

Supposedly it is Nolan Graham. At least, SA mentioned him as working with the powerplay.

yes, it is Nolan Graham who coaches the PP.....of course, the HC will always have the final say. Just to keep it in perspective though, the same coach (Graham) who's having success now was the same coach who had poor results earlier. I agree though with your giving, "Kudos to the coach that put this thing together", though. He saw what wasn't working and rather than keep running it out there he looked to change it and come up with a better product. Teams will eventually adapt to this strategy and it will be up to the coaches to once again be creative.

[fishcore12]

Re: RPI & Union @ Cornell & Colgate (2/22, 2/23)

Thanks guys...I'll call later today! Anyone else makin' the trip?

Im making the trip out. Dropping my grandfather and some of his friends off at Turning Stone then heading down for the game. Calling tomorrow to get my ticket.

[fishcore12]

Re: RPI & Union @ Cornell & Colgate (2/22, 2/23)

According to the Colgate athletics website saturday nights game features a BOGO (Buy One Get One free) deal. Just a heads up to those in groups. May want to call the box office out there and get more details.

[ajt6954]

Re: RPI & Union @ Cornell & Colgate (2/22, 2/23)

According to the Colgate athletics website saturday nights game features a BOGO (Buy One Get One free) deal. Just a heads up to those in groups. May want to call the box office out there and get more details.

That's great news...always lookin' to save a buck or two, thanks!

[fishcore12]

Re: RPI & Union @ Cornell & Colgate (2/22, 2/23)

That's great news...always lookin' to save a buck or two, thanks!

No problem, I would just call the box office to get all the details.

[Stay@homeDad]

No problem, I would just call the box office to get all the details.

What details did you get? I said I heard they are b1g1 and the guy said I was correct. Will be my 1st trip to this barn so hope $3.50 plus gas and tolls is worth it!!

[Stay@homeDad]

Re: RPI & Union @ Cornell & Colgate (2/22, 2/23)

According to KS:

@slapschotts: The referees for Friday's #RPIHockey-#CornellHockey game are Mike Baker and Chris Ciamaga. #ECACHockey

[FlagDUDE08]

Re: RPI & Union @ Cornell & Colgate (2/22, 2/23)

What details did you get? I said I heard they are b1g1 and the guy said I was correct. Will be my 1st trip to this barn so hope $3.50 plus gas and tolls is worth it!!

Tolls? Just take US 20.

[Stay@homeDad]

Tolls? Just take US 20.

Some of us are not afraid to drive the highways...