The home of Warrior hockey and select basketball games starting with the 2021-22 season, Lawler Arena was named after former men’s hockey head coach, Thom Lawler, the winningest coach in program history. The J. Thom Lawler Arena – more commonly known as Lawler Arena – has evolved into one of the more difficult venues for opponents in recent years, as Merrimack’s home advantage now ranks as one of the best in the conference.
In recent years, the facility has undergone several facelifts and stands out as one of the more unique venues in Hockey East and now the NEC. While the smallest in capacity, when students and fans arrive in droves, the home ice advantage is undeniable.
