The University of New Hampshire announced its 2026‑27 men’s ice hockey schedule, a 19‑game home slate at the Whittemore Center that blends tradition with fresh challenges.
Key Home Games
The season opens on the road at Quinnipiac on October 2, 2026, before the Wildcats host Michigan State for a two‑game series on October 23‑24, marking only the third meeting in Durham’s history and the first since the 2014‑15 season.
A highlight is the return of the White Out the Whitt event, scheduled for December 4‑5 when New Hampshire faces arch‑rival Maine, a game that traditionally draws a packed crowd and national attention.
Other home non‑conference opponents include RPI, Union, Brown and Rochester Institute of Technology, providing a varied early‑season slate that tests the team against diverse styles of play.
Conference and Tournament Play
Within Hockey East, the Wildcats will meet UConn, UMass, Merrimack and Providence three times apiece, while also squaring off twice against Boston College, Boston University, UMass Lowell, Northeastern, Vermont and the returning Maine squad.
The schedule also guarantees six contests against teams that participated in the 2026 NCAA Tournament, underscoring the competitive nature of the season and offering the Wildcats a chance to measure themselves against the nation’s elite.
Overall, the 2026‑27 campaign blends historic rivalries, marquee non‑conference road trips and a robust Hockey East slate, setting the stage for a promising run toward the postseason.