PROVIDENCE COLLEGE HOCKEY

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2 PROVIDENCE COLLEGE HOCKEY SCHNEIDER ARENA The following is an excerpt taken from the eulogy given at Father Schneider's funeral in December 1963: "...Father Herman Damien Schneider was born into this life on August 16, 1909, at Ozone Park, Long Island and departed this life on Saturday last, after an illness of about two years. Aspiring from his earliest years to that perfection of Christian life (which is the observance of evangelical counsels) he entered the Order of Preachers and studied the natural and divine sciences at Dominican institutions in Columbus and Springfield, Ohio, Providence, Rhode Island, River Forest, Illinois and Washington, D.C. where he was ordained in Thirty-four of his fifty-four years were spent as a friar preacher, solemnly vowed to poverty, chastity and obedience, honoring the observances of the common life, and enjoying that peace which the world cannot give, the one hundred fold promised by the Master. After receiving Holy Orders, his apostolate was varied and fruitful. In imitation of the Good Shepherd, he labored in the parish of St. Pius, preaching, praying, visiting the sick, burying the dead and breaking the bread of Christ to hungry and thirsty souls. During the Second World War, when the nation issued a call to arms, he served as chaplain in the marine corps and like a watchdog of Christ, remained steadfastly at his post of duty with honor, encouraging and counselling the fainthearted, comforting the wounded, administering the sacraments at all hours of the day and night "becoming all things to all men, "The Duke's Castle" that he might save all, for the sake of the gospel." He believed patriotism to be a virtue necessary for the commonwealth and was convinced that the chief strength of evil men lies in the cowardice and weakness of good men; that the social and political order of nations, disintegrates and perishes, when the moral order is uprooted from God. Father Schneider graduated from Providence College in the class of 1930, and his alma mater, (in the designs of God) was to be his last dwelling place on earth. As a professor, he was sympathetic, enthusiastic and dedicated to the progress of his pupils. Having won a master's degree in modern languages at Columbia University, he functioned as an effective language teacher in the German Department, these last fifteen years. Even after his first and second heart attack, his thoughts would revert nostalgically to his classroom and teaching. The aim of a complete college education in his opinion was not merely the pursuit of intellectual perfection but also maturing to the fullness of the age of Christ during the formative period. He moulded the character of his pupils by balancing his inspiration with their application. Furthermore, in addition to his professorial duties, he cooperated in the program of the diocese by celebrating masses regularly in many local parishes and contributing his talent as a speaker and retreat master. Blest with a natural aptitude for attracting and stimulating college students, he was appointed moderator of such campus groups as the Mal Brown Club, the Friars Club, the Cranston Club, and the German Society. Being also an ardent sports fan, he was made assistant director of athletics and sponsored the foundation of a hockey team which besides being his personal pride and joy, was a credit to the Athletic Department of the College..." The following is an excerpt taken from the Friar media guide: "All through these 22 years, the Friars have been without a home of their own, playing their home games in the R.I. Auditorium until last year when they played at Brown's Meehan Auditorium. It was necessary to adjust to many difficulties. The availability of ice for practice time was a special problem. Sometimes practice would be at 3:00 a.m. or 5:00 a.m. However difficult the hour, "The Duke," as the players called Father Schneider, would be right there helping any way he could and shouting encouragement." 56

3 SCHNEIDER ARENA For the 36th season, the Providence College Friars will play in one of the finest on-campus facilities in the country. Schneider Arena, opened in 1973, was dedicated and is named in memory of the late Reverend Herman D. Schneider, O.P., the founder of the Friars' highly successful hockey program and a long-time member of the school's faculty. Since its opening night win, a 1-0 decision over the University of Pennsylvania on September 24, 1973, Schneider Arena has been the home of 329 Friar victories and a.602 winning percentage. Among those 329 wins are 19 post season successes. At tournament time, either ECAC, HOCKEY EAST or NCAA, Providence has a nifty mark (.655). The Friars' complete 35-year record stands at Built at a cost of $1.8 million dollars in 1973, the Schneider Arena ice skating facility has been recognized by many for its well-planned and smartly designed structure. The building seats 3,030 comfortably for hockey games and also serves as the home of PC's women's hockey team. The size of the ice surface is 200' X 85'. In the summer of 2006, thanks to an anonymous $340,000 donation, the 3,030 existing seats were removed and new seats were installed. There are additional plans to improve the locker rooms, training room and coaches' offices. In addition, the training room as well as the coaches' offices were renovated. In 2008, work will begin to renovate the to renovate the Friends of Friar Hockey Room located in PC's Schneider Arena. The Friends of Friar Room will include plasma televisions, high-top counters, and a media library room displaying the history of Friar hockey. SCHNEIDER ARENA - HOME OF FRIAR HOCKEY Schneider Arena is one of Providence College's buildings that is in constant use. When not serving the needs of the men's and women's hockey programs or intramurals, the building serves as the home of many of Rhode Island's youth and high school hockey programs. The spacious Friar locker room adjoins both the training room and the weight room. The training room is complete with the most up-to-date medical equipment and athletic training conveniences. The weight room FRIARS' ALL-TIME RECORD AT SCHNEIDER ARENA Seasons

4 PROVIDENCE COLLEGE HOCKEY SCHNEIDER ARENA STAFF Ross Brooks Schneider Arena Manager Ross Brooks begins his sixth season as the Schneider Arena manager at Providence College. Overall, it will be Brooks' 10th year at the College. Prior to working at Providence College, Brooks managed his own business (Ross Brooks Enterprise, Inc.) in Lincoln, R.I. He also worked for the Providence Bruins as the Game Night Operations Manager for five years. Brooks, a native of Toronto, Ontario, played three seasons ( , ) in the NHL for the Boston Bruins as a goaltender. In three seasons, Brooks posted a record and a 2.64 goals against average. He ranks seventh all-time in Bruins' history with a 2.64 goals against average. During the season, Brooks enjoyed one of the most successful campaings ever by a goaltender. He won 14 consecutive games, which is now the second highest mark ever in the NHL. He posted a overall record. Brooks also played in the AHL for the Rhode Island Reds and the Boston Braves. In , while playing for the Boston Braves, Brooks shared the Harry "Hap" Holmes Memorial Award (fewest goals against) with Dan Bouchard. Brooks also has been involved with coaching. He was the head coach at Lincoln High School. He led the Lions to the Met B State finals three times. His 1986 team won the state title and his 1987 and 1990 squads finished second. Brooks also served as a goalie coach at Providence College for four seasons ( ). Brooks resides in Lincoln, R.I. SCHNEIDER ARENA STAFF Stephen Accrino Andy Auld Bobby Bianca Ed Bucacci Bill Forrest Robert Maguire Vinnie Muratore 58

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