Two NCAA Division I men's ice hockey programs—the Holy Cross Crusaders and the Canisius Golden Griffins—meet at HarborCenter in Buffalo for a competitive intercollegiate matchup. The game is played at HarborCenter, a hockey-centric venue on Buffalo's waterfront directly across from the KeyBank Center, highlighting the city’s role as a hub for college hockey in Western New York. The event brings together regional rivalries and modern facilities in a compact, spectator-friendly setting.