July 10, 2024
Ferris State hockey to face Lake Superior State in Traverse City in November
The Ferris State University hockey squad will have a special opportunity to compete in the Traverse City area this fall as the Bulldogs will take on Lake Superior State in the "2024 Superior Ice Showdown: Traverse City Takeover" set for Nov. 16.
The two Central Collegiate Hockey Association rivals will hit the ice at the Centre Ice Arena, 1600 Chartwell Dr., on Nov. 16 with puck dropping at 6:07 p.m.
The historic event will feature the Bulldogs and the Lakers in a highly anticipated CCHA battle, marking the first time college hockey has been played in Traverse City.
"We're thrilled to bring Bulldog hockey and the CCHA to Traverse City and look forward to making this event a success," Ferris State Athletics Director Steve Brockelbank said. "This game will provide us with an opportunity to both showcase our program and university to the fans and all our alumni in the Traverse City area."
The game, which was originally slated to be LSSU's home game, will follow the Friday, Nov. 15 night weekend series' opener in Sault Ste. Marie.
"We're excited to play in front of so many Bulldog alumni and fans in the Traverse City arena," Ferris head coach Bob Daniels said. "There's been a strong connection for so many years between Traverse City and Ferris State so we're looking forward to this experience and thank both the Traverse City Centre Ice Arena and Lake Superior State for making this happen."
The landmark game promises to deliver an evening of thrilling competition and exceptional CCHA hockey as the Lakers and Bulldogs compete on the ice. Fans can look forward to an electrifying atmosphere, filled with the excitement and passion that college hockey can provide.
The Traverse City Centre Ice Arena is home to the Detroit Red Wings Training Camp, NHL Prospect Tournament, Grand Traverse Hockey Association, Traverse City Figure Skating Club, and Traverse City Curling Club. The arena contains two rinks with a third sheet of ice at Howe Arena in the Grand Traverse County Civic Center.
Ticket information for the 2024 Superior Ice Showdown: Traverse City Takeover will be announced later this summer. Hockey enthusiasts and supporters of college athletics are encouraged to stay tuned for further updates and secure their tickets for what promises to be an unforgettable event.
The Bulldogs will open the 2024-25 season at home as part of homecoming weekend on the Ferris State campus against Miami University of Ohio on Oct. 5-6. Additional season ticket information for all Bulldog home contests will be coming soon.