Economic Impact of Frozen Four on Utica Area The Utica University Men’s Hockey Team is set to compete for the NCAA Division 3 Championship this weekend, with the Frozen Four starting on March 28. The Pioneers will face Curry College at 7 p.m., following Hobart’s game against SUNY Geneseo at 3 p.m. After losing to Hobart last year, the Pioneers aim for redemption. The Utica Chamber of Commerce highlights the economic boost from the event, as visiting teams and fans will patronize local hotels and businesses during the championship weekend.