Attended my first game at Colgate since the 1970s. Colgate deserved to win: they were quicker, more opportunistic, made fewer defensive mistakes. The Red only played well occasionally. The last 10 minutes, they played well, but it was too little too late. It looked as if Ertel may have been badly injured in the last minute of the game.
Andreev, Kovich, and Schafer still out of action. Zach Bramwell made his season debut. Tim Rego seemed out of sorts, with several giveaways to his "credit."
The Refs were wildly inconsistent in their calls. This didn't advantage either team, but they did let the game get a little out of control. Players from both teams were taking shots after a hit.
Class of 1965 Rink is beautiful: particularly well designed for those with disabilities: elevator, handrails in the aisles, special seating area. That being said, it was an odd crowd. I've never seen more people moving around, leaving the arena, during play. The arena was about half full (1292), but oddly, despite the fact that Colgate was winning, fans left during the game: noticeably fewer people in the 3d period. Despite the presence of two pep bands, the arena used a lot of very loud music. In a first for me, there was a "Master of Ceremonies" for the game with a very loud, startling so, mike. In many ways it seemed more like an entertainment event than a sporting event.
COVID protocols were inconsistent. Good screening upon entrance -- horrible masking compliance among the seated crowd. Part of this was due to the fact, that despite a February 1 statement that "Suspension of concessions will continue until further notice" the concession stands were open. It's difficult to enforce masking when people are drinking beer, munching popcorn, pretzels, and hot dogs.
So on to Lynah for tonight's game.
