Two NCAA Division I men's ice hockey programs—the UMass Lowell River Hawks and the Maine Black Bears—meet at Harold Alfond Arena in Orono, Maine. The on-campus venue has hosted Maine hockey since 1977 and underwent a major expansion in the early 1990s to accommodate growing demand, making it one of the region’s premier college hockey arenas. The matchup highlights a regional cross-state rivalry as the teams compete in a historic venue known for its dedicated fan base.