Robert Morris built a 3-0 lead in the first period and held off Penn State’s comeback for a 5-2 win at Pegula Ice Arena. Justin Poirier scored twice for the Nittany Lions, who fell to 0-4 to open the season.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: Robert Morris 5, Penn State 2.
  • Shots on goal: Penn State 35, Robert Morris 32.
  • Power plays: Penn State 1-for-6; Robert Morris 1-for-5.
  • Goaltending: Ryder Fetterolf made 27 saves; Lucas Massie made 33.
Yes, But

Penn State controlled the pace in the second period and cut the deficit to one early in the third, but Robert Morris restored its two-goal cushion late and added an empty-netter.

State of Play
  • Penn State is 0-4 for the second time in its 15-year Division I history.
  • Robert Morris earned its first win at Pegula Ice Arena and snapped a six-game skid in the series.
  • Penn State leads the all-time series, 8-5.
What's Next

Penn State hosts Canisius for a two-game series Friday and Saturday, then visits Robert Morris on Feb. 7 to close the season series.

Bottom Line

Poirier’s two goals and Penn State’s shot advantage weren’t enough to overcome a costly opening period; the Nittany Lions need a sharper start as conference play approaches.