While the faces weren't very different, the team would have to adjust to the new style as Williams had joined with most other college programs and formally dropped the rover position.

After having to deal with a lack of ice all year, the team welcomed an early chill and managed to get some outdoor practice on Leake's Pond while they waited for the Cole Field House Rink to be ready.

The ice was not in the best condition, being a bit soft and overused from practice, but that didn't stop the Ephs from trouncing the Engineers 9–1.

[3] Team captain Becket, who had dropped back to defense to fill in for the departed Dudley Irwin, led the way with 4 goals.

While Williams was riding high after two dominate performances, their schedule put them on the sidelines for two and half weeks.

Amherst was able exact revenge from the Ephs with a close victory, handing Williams its first loss of the season.

[7] The team recovered slightly on their swing west to play Army with a tie, but the Ephs were still hamstring by injury and illness.