The URI Men’s Ice Hockey team competes in the Eastern States Collegiate Hockey League (ESCHL). Teams in the ESCHL include University of Delaware, Pittsburgh University, Niagara University, Syracuse University, New York University and SUNY Stony Brook. Our league opponents makes the ESCHL one of the top leagues in the country. URI Hockey plays against some NCAA Division III opponents as well as other top ACHA teams in the country. The season begins in September and concludes in March which includes practicing four times a week, two games per weekend all adding up to about 40 games in total.
General Information
| Approximate Dues Cost | $3,200 |
| Practice Times | Monday-Wednesday 4:30PM - 5:50 PM Thursday: 5:00PM - 5:50 PM |
| Practice Location | Boss Ice Arena 1 Keaney Rd, Kingston, RI |
| Coaches | Head Coach: Joe Augustine (jcoach55@aol.com) Assistant Coache: Chris Winnes Director of Hockey Operations: Christian Rigamonti |
| Contact Person | Joe Augustine, Head Coach or Christian Rigamonti, Director of Hockey Operations (urihockey@hotmail.com) |
| National Governing Body | American Collegiate Hockey Association |
| Regional League | Eastern States Collegiate Hockey League |
| Approximate # of Competitions Per Year | 40 |
| Team Website | www.uriicehockey.com |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who is the primary point of contact for your team, and what is the most effective method for obtaining information?
- Christian Rigamonti – Director of Hockey Operations
- Email: urihockey@hotmail.com
Do you hold tryouts?
- Yes
When are tryouts?
- Tryouts are during the second week of classes in September.
What gear is required for tryouts?
- Full hockey equipment
How many athletes do you keep on your roster?
- Roughly 30
How many athletes do you anticipate adding after tryouts?
- 30 – Returning students are not guaranteed a spot on the team
How often does your team practice?
- We practice four times per week.
Where does your team practice/play/compete?
- We practice and host home games in the Boss Ice Arena.
How far does your team travel for competitions?
- The closest teams in our league are in New York City. We make an annual trip to Chicago for the ACHA Showcase Tournament.
Who does your team compete against?
- Our team competes against other teams in the ACHA Men’s Division 1.
How do athletes get to games?
- Home games are on campus. We travel to away games on buses.
Does your team collect dues? If so, how much?
- Our dues are currently set at $3,200 per person.
Is your team co-ed?
- No
Is prior experience needed to join your team?
- Prior experience is recommended.
How competitive is your team?
- Our team is competitive.