As the clock ticked down under a minute in Robert Morris’ 4-2 victory over rival Penn State in Monday night’s Three Rivers Classic semifinal, it was Shaler native Zac Lynch that turned the lights out with an empty-net goal. With his family in the stands, scoring in Consol Energy Center is something Lynch could get accustomed to. He also scored in last year’s tournament. “There’s some different feelings you get, being in an NHL arena with a bigger crowd,” Lynch said. “But every game, you’re ... Read More
Robert Morris defeats rival Penn State to advance to Three Rivers Classic final
The Robert Morris Colonials unveiled new red sweaters as they hosted the Penn State Nittany Lions in the second semifinal of the Three Rivers Classic at Consol Energy Center. They certainly had the Lions seeing red as the Colonials frustrated the nation’s top shooting offense with strong goaltending from junior netminder Terry Shafer and physical defensive play. Goaltenders Eamon McAdam and Shafer dominated the first half of the game, but everything opened up when Penn State defenseman ... Read More