For Union-RPI, a Rivalry Takes the National Stage
The following article appeared November 16 on the College Hockey News (CHN) Web site.
by Jason Klump
CHN Writer
When Union joined the ECAC in 1991, Rensselaer was just six years removed from a national championship and Joe Juneau had just graduated with his degree in rocket science. Union was RPI's cute little cousin across the river, and about 10th on the list of top rivals.
Then RPI went through a slow, steady decline, while Union wallowed in mediocrity for the better part of 16 years.
This has changed. The teams have been playing more and more fierce battles in recent years. And now, Union is at an apex in its Division I history, while RPI is enjoying a revitalization. With both teams now nationally ranked and contending for ECAC titles, it came to a head this past weekend.
Complete article can be accessed via the CHN Web site by clicking here.
