Brockport, NY- The Brockport hockey team will play Nazareth in a pair of UCHC contests, beginning with Teddy Bear Toss on Friday, December 6^th, at 7 p.m. The Golden Eagles will then travel to Nazareth on Saturday, December 7^th, at 3 p.m.
 
Last Outing:
 
The Golden Eagles fell to nationally ranked Geneseo at home, 3-1, on Saturday, November 23^rd. Brockport fell to 0-6-2 overall and 0-6 in UCHC play following the loss.
 
Dax Easter would have a big day, making 37 saves in an excellent effort in the loss.
 
Josh Grund (4) and Jacob Rodrigue (3) combined for seven blocked shots in a valiant effort.
 
Livio Azevedo would light the lamp for Brockport's lone goal, with Dominic Chirico adding the assist.

Teddy Bear Toss: Brockport men's hockey team is set to host its fifth annual Teddy Bear Toss as the Golden Eagles take on Nazareth College Friday night at the Wegmans Ice Arena (7 pm).  Fans who bring a new stuffed animal to the game will receive free admission. After Brockport scores its first goal, fans can throw their stuffed animals onto the ice for collection and distribution to local families in need during the holiday season. With the help of Brockport's Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, the Golden Eagles have collected over 2,000 stuffed animals for local children since its inception five years ago.
 
Heating Up: Recording a shot on goal or better in 7 of 8 games, Livio Azevedo has started to find a groove. Against a strong Geneseo squad, the freshman from Switzerland scored goals in back-to-back games, his first two as a Golden Eagle.  
 
Staying Positive: Despite being outscored 33-19 on the season, multiple Golden Eagles hold positive +/- ratings to begin the season. Freshman Aidan Taylor (1G, 3A), defenseman Mitchell Haight (1G, 1A), and graduate student Michael Meredith (1G) all hold +1 ratings eight games into the season.
 
Scouting Nazareth: The Golden Flyers currently sit at 3-3-2 overall, posting a 1-3-2 record in UCHC contests. Nazareth most recently took down Buffalo State at home, 7-3. Friday's meeting will mark the first since 2018, which saw Brockport secure a 3-0 win on home ice.
 
Up Next: The Golden Eagles will head to Fredonia on Friday, January 10^th at 7 p.m.