ECAC Men’s Hockey Championship 2025
Championship college ice hockey action at Herb Brooks Arena in Lake Placid’s Olympic Center.
Herb Brooks Arena in Lake Placid.
Lake Placid proudly hosts the prestigious ECAC Men’s Hockey Championship, where each year, the elite teams of the Eastern College Athletic Conference converge at the historic 1980 Herb Brooks Arena. This spectacular venue not only serves as a battleground for these talented squads, but it also offers them a chance to secure their spot at the coveted NCAA Division I Championships.
Men’s ECAC Champions.
The thrilling fast-paced action of the ECAC Men’s Championship.
The ECAC Men’s Hockey Championship has been played in Lake Placid on and off over the last 10 years. Past champions include:
2024 - Cornell
2023 - Colgate
2022 - Harvard
2021 - St. Lawrence
2020 - Cancelled due to COVID
2019 - Clarkson
2018 - Princeton
2017 - Harvard
2016 - Quinnipiac
2015 - Harvard
2014 - Union (Union would go on to win the NCAA Division I Championship)
Game schedule.
Teams have not been announced yet, but the game times are set.
Friday, March 21
4:00 pm | Semi-final Game One
7:00 pm | Semi-final Game Two
Saturday, March 22
5:00 pm | Championship Game
For current standings, visit the ECAC Hockey website.
The Herb Brooks arena yesterday and today.
For avid hockey enthusiasts, there is no better place to experience the thrilling, fast-paced action of the sport than within the walls of the Olympic Center, famous for the "Miracle on Ice."
The 1980 Arena has recently undergone a remarkable transformation, with extensive upgrades that enhance every aspect of the fan experience. Spectators can now enjoy upgraded seating that provides optimal comfort, sightlines, and modernized media and concession areas that cater to every craving.
ECAC Championship at Herb Brooks 1980 Arena.
The newly designed hospitality suites offer an elevated viewing experience, while the renovated restrooms and concourse ensure convenience and accessibility for all visitors. The state-of-the-art LED event and broadcast-quality lighting create an electrifying atmosphere that enhances the excitement of every game.
Additionally, the arena now boasts a cutting-edge air handling and dehumidification system for optimal ice conditions, expertly maintained by a newly acquired electric Zamboni that glides across the rink. In Lake Placid, every detail has been thoughtfully considered to provide an unparalleled hockey experience.
For more information and to purchase tickets online, visit the Olympic Center website.
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