sacred heart pioneers mens ice hockey
## Sacred Heart Pioneers Mens Ice Hockey: A Legacy of Excellence
The Sacred Heart Pioneers mens ice hockey team is a Division I college hockey program that competes in the Atlantic Hockey Association. The team has a long and storied history, dating back to 1949. Over the years, the Pioneers have won numerous championships and produced several All-Americans.
**History**
The Sacred Heart Pioneers mens ice hockey program was founded in 1949. The team played its first season in the Tri-State Collegiate Hockey League. In 1958, the Pioneers joined the NCAA Division II. The team won its first NCAA Division II championship in 1962.
In 1972, the Pioneers moved up to the NCAA Division I. The team has played in the Atlantic Hockey Association since 1998. The Pioneers have won the Atlantic Hockey Association regular season championship three times (2006, 2014, and 2016). The team has also won the Atlantic Hockey Association tournament championship three times (2006, 2014, and 2016).
**Home Arena**
The Sacred Heart Pioneers mens ice hockey team plays its home games at the Webster Bank Arena in Bridgeport, Connecticut. The arena has a capacity of 10,000 people.
**Rivals**
The Sacred Heart Pioneers mens ice hockey teams biggest rival is the University of Massachusetts Lowell River Hawks. The two teams have met 52 times, with the Pioneers holding a 27-21-4 record.
**Notable Alumni**
The Sacred Heart Pioneers mens ice hockey team has produced several notable alumni. Some of the most famous Pioneers include:
* Scott Bertolazzi (1984-1988)
* Joe Callahan (1976-1980)
* Chris Drury (1994-1998)
* Mike Mottau (1998-2002)
* Jeff Norton (1988-1992)
**Future**
The Sacred Heart Pioneers mens ice hockey team is a rising star in the college hockey landscape. The team has a talented roster and a bright future. The Pioneers are poised to make a run at the NCAA tournament in the coming years.