by Ben Jones on October 01, 2013 3:32 PM

The future of the first three games of Penn State hockey’s season are now up in the air following the government shutdown Monday night.

“As a result of the government shutdown, the Department of Defense has suspended all intercollegiate athletic competitions at the Service Academies.” A release by the Department of Defense reads.

For Penn State that means an October 11 date with Army to open the 2013 season and the Pegula Ice Arena is far from a guarantee. As if that wasn’t enough, Penn State is scheduled to travel to take on Air Force for a two game series starting Oct. 18.

via State College, PA – Penn State Hockey: Season Opener In Question Following Government Shutdown.