Friars Score Six in Opening-Night Win at Schneider Arena

Providence College opened its men’s hockey season with a decisive home victory Friday, defeating St. Lawrence 6–2 at Schneider Arena.

The ninth-ranked Friars received two goals from Jonathan Fauchon, while Julius Sumpf collected a career-high four assists. Logan Sawyer added three assists, also a career best, according to the college’s October 9 game report.

Blake Zielinski started the scoring at 8:56 of the opening period, recording his first collegiate goal. Fauchon then scored on the power play to give Providence a 2–0 lead before intermission. Providence College Athletics

The Friars widened the gap early in the second period. Andrew Centrella scored during four-on-four play, followed by Fauchon’s second goal. Freshman Ryder Cali added his first collegiate goal on another power play, building a 5–0 advantage.

St. Lawrence got on the scoreboard late in the second period. John Mustard supplied Providence’s final goal on a third-period power play.

The official game statistics show Providence outshooting the Saints 37–20. The Friars converted three of eight power-play opportunities and stopped all three St. Lawrence chances with the extra skater. St. Lawrence University Athletics

Goaltender Gibson Homer made eighteen saves for his first victory in a Providence uniform. The result put the Friars at 1–0 and extended their winning streak against St. Lawrence to six games.

Rhode Island hockey fans have another opportunity to see the team immediately. Providence hosts Clarkson at Schneider Arena on Saturday, October 10, with puck drop scheduled for 6 p.m.

The quick turnaround gives Providence a chance to build on an encouraging start to its season.