Robert Morris University D3 vs. University of Pitt Johnstown - 11/15/2024

On Friday night, the Robert Morris University Colonials took on an intense match-up against the University of Pitt Johnstown (UPJ) in a high-scoring game ending in a 5-3 loss. The game saw plenty of action with both teams scoring throughout. 

In the first period, UPJ took an early lead with two goals. RMU responded later in the period with #26 Austin Patnesky finding the back of the net at 12:01. Despite the 11 shots, RMU was out shot 18-11 in the first period. 

The second period was full of action as UPJ extended their lead with a third goal early on. The Colonials fought back with #14 Ethan Bendekovic scoring and then #23 Adam Sciorilli tying the game up with a minute left to go in the period. The Colonials out shot UPJ 18-10. 

The third period was where UPJ took control. They scored two more goals, one at 15:59 and one at 12:34, sealing the win. Despite peppering the UPJ net with a total of 33 shots, RMU was unable to score. The final shot count was 55-33 RMU but the Colonials fell short 5-3. 
 

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RMU Women's D2 Vs. University of Delaware at Mercyhurst Showcase - 11/16/2024

The RMU Women's D2 team had a rough start to their weekend at the Mercyhurst Showcase, falling 7-5 to the Delaware Hens. The Colonials goals were led by #20 Danielle Karol who scored four of the goals for the Colonials and #19 Taylor Plunkard. #30 Mackenzie Walkowiak played in net but Delaware's abilities to capitalize on game movements made the difference, despite RMU out shooting them at times. 

11/17/2024
The Colonials focused on their Sunday afternoon match-up against the University of Maryland in the second game of the Erie College Showcase. They took home a 4-1 win, with goals scored by #19 Taylor Plunkard (2), #20 Danielle Karol, #7 Sydnee Pitkins and #29 Kirsten Lallone. 
 

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Robert Morris University D4 vs. Cleveland State Vikings - 11/16/2024

The RMU Colonials D4 team put on a strong offensive game against Cleveland State on Saturday afternoon, dominating the VIkings in a 10-2 victory. The Colonials started out asserting themselves physically on the offensive attack. 

In the first period, Cleveland State took an uprising 1-0 lead with a short-handed goal at 11:43. RMU quickly responded with two goals, one from #2 Connor Borsh assisted by #20 Nicholas Miles, #22 Brice Mroczka, and #4 Zachary Connelly then another goal by #12 Nathaniel Barr at the 6:00 mark. Cleveland State found the net once more with 5:45 left in the period ending the period 2-1, The Colonials held a 30-6 shot advantage after the first. 

In the second period, RMU took full control, scoring four unanswered goals. #22 Brice Mroczka scored the first goal of the period, followed by #10 Elijah Zeis-Miller, #20 Nicholas Miles, and #7 Braidon Wolfe.

The third period was no different, with RMU dominating. Goals from #27 Carter Bossong, #2 Connor Borsh, #22 Brice Mroczka, and #10 Elijah Zeis-Miller sealed the victory as the Colonials piled on four more goals. The final score was 10-2, a large victory for the Colonials with an amazing performance by goaltender #1 James Capell. 
 

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Robert Morris University D1 vs. John Carroll - 11/16/2024

In a hard-fought physical game on Saturday night, RMU D1 fell 4-3 to John Carroll. The game was tight from start to finish with both teams exchanging leads throughout the game. 

John Carol had the first goal of the game at 15:24 but RMU quickly responded with a goal from #17 Tyler Draper at 11:15 to tie it up. The Colonials led the shots 15-13 by the end of the period remaining tied at 1-1. 

The second period saw RMU take a 2-1 early lead with a goal from #19 Devin Rohrich at 19:12. John Caroll scored at 14:11 and RMU came back to regain the lead with another goal from Rohrich. John Caroll scored the final goal of the period with 1:04 left, taking a 4-3 lead into the break and John Caroll out shooting RMU in the second.  

The third period was a physical battle with no goals scored as both teams fought to come out on top. Despite the Colonials' efforts and strong shots, the 4-3 score held. RMU finished with 47 shots but John Carolls 48 shots were enough to secure the win. The final score was 4-3 John Caroll.
 

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The RMU hockey teams are back in action at home on Friday and Saturday this weekend. Come out and support your Colonials at the Island Sports Center!