CANTON — St. Lawrence University is continuing to build upon the rich history and tradition of Saints Hockey with a series of enhancements designed to create an even more engaging, spirited and memorable game-day experience for Laurentians, students, families and fans at Appleton Arena.

Beginning this season, fans attending St. Lawrence University men's and women's hockey games at Appleton Arena will experience expanded opportunities while supporting the Saints.

Team Store

As part of these enhancements, St. Lawrence Intercollegiate Athletics will increase the selection of merchandise available in the Team Store.

Offerings will give fans more opportunities to show their Scarlet and Brown pride.

Food & Beverage

Fans will also find an expanded concessions menu at Appleton Arena, providing additional food and beverage options throughout the season.

In addition, alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase during men's and women's hockey games.

All applicable University policies and age requirements will be followed. The University will follow practices at other NCAA Division I venues, promoting responsible consumption among all patrons. This will include limits on the number of beverages sold to each guest at one time.

Game Day Experience

The game-day experience will also feature an increased emphasis on in-game entertainment, special events and fan giveaways sponsored by Saints Nation.

Throughout the season, fans can expect more opportunities to participate in contests and promotions, enjoy special theme nights and participate in giveaways.

"Appleton Arena is more than a place where our teams compete. It is a gathering place for the St. Lawrence community and an important part of our athletics tradition," said Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Franco Bari '98 M'10. "We want to build on that tradition while continuing to evolve the game-day experience for our community. These enhancements are about creating an environment where our students, alumni, families, fans and community members can come together and support our teams with pride."

The initiative builds on the history and traditions that have made Saints Hockey an important part of the St. Lawrence experience for generations. It includes the energy of the crowd, the passion of the student section and the ringing of the victory bell following a Saints win.

"Whether you are a longtime Laurentian returning to Appleton, a current student experiencing Saints Hockey for the first time, or a family beginning a new St. Lawrence tradition, we want game day to feel special," said Bari. "Our goal is to create an experience that reflects who we are while sharing the Saints experience."

Tickets for men's hockey home games have been released and are available online. Season ticket packages are available for $200 per seat, including any postseason games. Women's hockey admission is complimentary, courtesy of Coakley's Home and Hardware and North Country Savings Bank.