No. 6 Penn State men’s hockey defeated Ohio State 11-4 Friday evening at Pegula Ice Arena in University Park, Pennsylvania. The victory was highlighted by a record-setting performance from freshman Gavin McKenna.
Record-Breaking Performance
Gavin McKenna (Whitehorse, Yukon) set single-game program records with eight points and seven assists. His seven assists also represent a new Big Ten record. McKenna’s eight points are tied for the second-most in a single game by a Big Ten player and tied for the most in conference history since 2013.
The Nittany Lions’ 11 goals tied a single-game program record and represent the most goals scored in a Big Ten game, surpassing the previous high of nine goals against Notre Dame on December 8, 2018.
Team Standings and Coaching Milestone
With the win, Penn State’s record improves to 19-9-1 overall and 11-7-1 in Big Ten play. Ohio State’s record falls to 11-17-1 overall and 7-12-0 in conference play. Penn State Head Coach Guy Gadowsky secured his 423rd career win, ranking him eighth among active coaches and 28th all-time.
The game featured a high-scoring offensive display from Penn State, as evidenced by the final score and record-breaking individual performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What records did Gavin McKenna set?
Gavin McKenna set single-game program records for both points (8) and assists (7). His seven assists also set a new Big Ten record.
What is Penn State’s record after this game?
Penn State’s record is now 19-9-1 overall and 11-7-1 in Big Ten play.
How many goals did Penn State score?
Penn State scored 11 goals, tying a single-game program record and marking the most goals scored in a Big Ten game in program history.
Will Penn State’s momentum from this decisive victory carry over into their next contest?
