Friday, March 23, 2007

Lackluster Atmosphere

Hockey
Michael King

Even though the UMass campus is a solid five hour drive from Rochester, NY, a relatively large number of UM fans made the trip. However, the Clarkson fans out-cheered the UM faithful during the first period. Clarkson also has the benefit of its student band in the arena – something that UMass lacks. After playing the national anthem, the band led much of the Clarkson cheering, especially during the team’s one penalty kill of the frame.

And despite being the NCAA Quarterfinals, the arena is less than half full. Tickets have been sold out for quite some time, but they are apparently held by Maine and Saint Cloud State fans who are electing to attend only the second game.

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