Sun Mar 30 20:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Western Michigan Broncos Reach Frozen Four for the First Time
**St. Louis, MO** – The 2024 NCAA Men’s Ice Hockey Tournament is heating up, with two teams securing their spots in the Frozen Four in St. Louis. Boston University, a familiar face in the national semifinals, will return for their third consecutive appearance after a thrilling overtime victory against Cornell in the Toledo Regional. In a major upset, Western Michigan defeated UMass 2-1 in the Fargo Regional final, marking their first-ever trip to the Frozen Four.
The remaining two Frozen Four berths will be decided on Sunday. UConn and Penn State will clash in Allentown, Pennsylvania (4:30 p.m. ET, ESPN2), both vying for their inaugural Frozen Four appearance. In Manchester, New Hampshire, top seed Boston College will face defending champion Denver (7 p.m. ET, ESPN2). The Frozen Four semifinals are scheduled for April 10th, and the championship game will be held on April 12th, both at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis. All tournament games are broadcast on ESPN networks and streamed on ESPN+.
Western Michigan’s victory was highlighted by a third-period goal from Tim Washe. The Broncos’ journey to the Frozen Four represents a significant achievement for the program. This year’s tournament features a compelling mix of established powerhouses and unexpected contenders, promising an exciting conclusion to the season.
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