While Penn State men’s hockey has strong ties to the Edmonton area through head coach Guy Gadowsky, another Nittany Lion has taken residence in Alberta’s capital city. Shaun Mason, who holds both a master’s and undergraduate degree from Penn State in engineering, is the Project Director for ICON Venue Group, which is leading the development and construction of the $606.5 million Rogers Place Arena, future home of the NHL’s Edmonton Oilers. ICON has managed the development of home venues for the NHL, MLB, NBA, MLS, and many other professional sports teams.