HAMILTON – Colgate Men's Hockey embarks on an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity this week as it departs for a 10-day trip to Europe.
 
Team members will spend the time exploring and learning about the Italian and Swiss cultures by visiting some of the world's greatest destinations and areas of cultural and educational significance.
 
The team will also engage in three exhibition contests while overseas, squaring off against teams from the European professional ranks.
 
Date                           Opponent                          Local Time            Eastern Time
Friday, Aug. 14           ZSC Lions                          4:00 p.m.                10:00 a.m.
Saturday, Aug. 15      EHC Visp                            7:30 p.m.                1:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Aug. 18       SG Cortina                         8:30 p.m.                2:30 p.m.
 
"The entire program is thrilled to have the opportunity to travel to Europe," Colgate Head Coach Don Vaughan said. "This trip is a chance for our players to experience an amazing part of the world in a way that will leave a lasting impression on them. This experience will also hopefully open their eyes to some of the possibilities that lie ahead for them after their graduation from Colgate.
 
"On behalf of our student-athletes and coaches, I would like to thank a special group of former Colgate hockey players and Silver Puck members and of course the families of our student-athletes for making this amazing study abroad experience possible."
 
Trip Information
Fans can follow along with the team at their blog here. The blog will feature updates throughout the time overseas with the goal of providing a behind-the-scenes look at the team's experience. It will be updated periodically throughout the trip.
  
Fans can also follow the trip on the Raiders' Twitter account @Colgate_Hockey.