Hobart and William Smith's hockey teams will join the State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC) starting in the 2025-26 season, as announced by the Athletics Director. The move is seen as a significant step to enhance the competition and value within the SUNYAC league.

By the Numbers
  • Hobart and William Smith's hockey teams will play in the SUNYAC from the 2025-26 season.
  • The SUNYAC men's hockey league will also welcome Skidmore, a current member of the NEHC.
Yes, But

No significant counterarguments or complexities identified.

State of Play
  • Hobart and William Smith, along with Skidmore, will compete against SUNYAC teams Buffalo State, Canton, Cortland, Fredonia, Morrisville, Oswego, Plattsburgh, and Potsdam in the men's league.
  • William Smith will join the SUNYAC women's hockey league along with the mentioned SUNYAC teams.
What's Next

Both men's and women's SUNYAC schedules will include a double round-robin format, with the men playing 18 conference games and the women playing 14 conference games in the upcoming seasons.

Bottom Line

The move of Hobart and William Smith's hockey teams to the SUNYAC marks a significant shift in their athletic conference affiliation, promising increased competition and opportunities for both programs within the esteemed ranks of SUNYAC.