As Thanksgiving weekend approaches, all seven teams competing in Atlantic Hockey will be in action, presenting a thrilling lineup for fans of collegiate women’s hockey.
Key Matchups This Weekend
The only Atlantic Hockey Association (AHA) series will feature Robert Morris visiting RIT, where both teams are currently tied for third place in the league standings. In addition, Mercyhurst will be participating in the SMASHVILLE Women’s Collegiate Hockey Showcase. Other notable matches include Penn State taking on Northeastern in non-conference play, Delaware visiting Union, and Lindenwood hosting Bemidji State. Furthermore, Syracuse will engage in a home-and-home series against RPI.
Penn State’s Historic Rise
Penn State is entering this weekend with an impressive record of 16 wins, 0 losses, and 0 ties, maintaining its position as the nation’s only unbeaten team. The Nittany Lions have moved up to the No. 4 ranking in the USCHO Poll, marking the highest position in the program’s history. Their recent performance includes a sweep against RIT, which has contributed to their remarkable scoring differential of 83 goals for and just 16 against.
The Nittany Lions are in the top five for the first time 𝙀𝙑𝙀𝙍🦁 #WeAre #HockeyValley pic.twitter.com/ggsLoutDnF
— Penn State Women’s Hockey (@PennStateWHKY) November 24, 2025
Penn State will face a significant challenge as they visit No. 7 Northeastern, which boasts a record of 12-2-0 and an impressive home record of 8-0-0. The matchup is expected to be competitive, as both teams have previously split their four encounters.
RIT and Robert Morris: A Battle for Third Place
With both RIT and Robert Morris tied at 13 points in the AHA standings, their series will provide an opportunity for one of these teams to gain a crucial advantage. RIT has faced challenges at home this season, holding a record of 4-5-0. However, their recent strong showing against Penn State indicates that they remain formidable competitors.
This weekend marks the third and fourth contests between these teams, as Robert Morris previously defeated RIT twice in early October. Robert Morris is coming off a strong performance with a 3-0 victory against Lindenwood. Both matches this weekend are scheduled for 2:05 p.m. EST and will be available for viewing on FloHockey.
PREVIEW | #RIT hosts Robert Morris for a pair of AHA contests #RoarTech
— RIT Women’s Hockey (@RITWHKY) November 26, 2025
Noteworthy Highlights and Player Recognition
In other news, Syracuse recently skated to a 2-2 tie against No. 5 Cornell but won in the shootout. Noteworthy performances include contributions from Mik Todd and Stella Costabile, with goaltender Ava Drabyk making an impressive 48 saves. Additionally, the AHA has announced its Players of the Week, recognizing Penn State’s Tessa Janecke and Danica Maynard, along with Robert Morris’s Maggie Hatch and RIT’s Tilli Keranen (rookie).
Janecke, Maynard, and Grace Outwater have all surpassed the 20-point mark this season, with Janecke holding a tie for fourth nationally with 25 points. Moreover, Mercyhurst’s Makayla Javier has achieved the remarkable milestone of 238 career blocks, the highest among active players.
Upcoming Broadcasts
For those interested in watching the action unfold, FloHockey serves as the streaming platform for numerous games, including AHA matchups and select non-conference contests. It also covers various leagues such as the American Hockey League (AHL), ECHL, and USHL.
Conclusion
This weekend promises to be pivotal in the Atlantic Hockey landscape, with top-ranked teams facing off and crucial points on the line for teams vying for playoff positions. Tune into FloHockey for complete coverage of all the action.
