Seawolves Will Host Denver Hockey Series
The University of Alaska Anchorage faces the University of Denver in back-to-back games at Sullivan Arena.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Hockey
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The University of Alaska Anchorage hockey team will host the University of Denver for a two-game series starting October 2, 2026, at 7 p.m. A second game follows on October 3, 2026, at 5 p.m.
Why it matters
This series serves as a major test for the Seawolves, who seek to maintain momentum following two exhibition victories as they face a program that has captured three national titles in five years.
The University of Alaska Anchorage recently added 15 new players to its roster and won two exhibition games, including a 4-3 victory over Mount Royal and a 7-1 win against the University of Mary.
The players
Eric Rud
He was hired as the head coach of the University of Alaska Anchorage hockey team in late April 2026.
University of Alaska Anchorage
The Anchorage-based university reinstated its hockey program in 2022 and plays at the Sullivan Arena.
University of Denver
This collegiate hockey program has won national championships in three of the past five seasons.
The details
Head coach Eric Rud has integrated 15 new players into the Seawolves roster by utilizing the transfer portal, junior hockey pipelines, and high school recruitment. The team focused on chemistry through bonding events such as camping trips ahead of the matchups against the University of Denver.
Timeline
October 2, 2026, at 7 p.m.
October 3, 2026, at 5 p.m.
Season Trajectory
This series marks a pivotal moment for the Seawolves as they look to replicate their 4-3 win from October 31, 2025, against the Denver powerhouse. A successful showing here would signal a significant rise in competitive standing for the program following its 2022 reinstatement.
The Seawolves are seeking to build upon the momentum of their high-scoring 7-1 exhibition win against the University of Mary. Fans should monitor how the 15 new roster additions integrate against the high-caliber defense typically displayed by the Denver program.
The takeaway
The upcoming games at Sullivan Arena provide a critical opportunity for the new Seawolves roster to test their cohesion against national-level competition. Building player connections through non-traditional team bonding has been a priority for the coaching staff entering this series.
Further reading
For more background on the team's development, visit the Hockey section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Anchorage Daily News.
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