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Game 7: 3-0
Loss vs. Niagara Falls
In a game
that the Falcons should have won, we ended up on the wrong side of the score
sheet with a 3-0 Loss to the Niagara
Falls Canucks. A very strong game from the Canucks goalie is what got them the
victory, as despite some good scoring chances we were unable to sneak some
goals past their goalie. Additionally, small mistakes lead to goals against for
our team, as worst case it should have been a 0-0 tie.
A number of
players stepped up in this game for the Falcons, including Preston who took home
player of the game honors. Jaxon continued his hot play of late, and Mitchell
had his most improved game of the season. Ovi continued to work on the small details
of his game, including generating a scoring chance out of nothing and hitting
the inside of the goal post. (to which I have no clue how the puck stayed out)
Game 8: 3-3
Tie vs. Oakville.
Probably our
hardest working game of the season. To counter the Rangers ability to move the
puck and spread out the ice, the Falcons had an aggressive forcheck in this
game, which lead to all 3 goals for our team.
Down 1-0 to
the Rangers, a good line hold from Mitchell kept the puck in the offensive
zone, where Colton was able to grab the puck from the corner and score on a
pretty bandhand shot.
The Falcons
would go back and forth with the Rangers, with each team generating scoring
chances. Very improved defensive play from Hensley in this game, as he limited
the Rangers to either wide shots on goal or forced turnovers. Despite our good
play, we trailed late in the third period 3-1. However, in what could be the
TSN turning point of the season, the Falcons did not quit and continued to work
hard, eventually leading to another Rangers turnover in their end from a good
George forcheck, leading to Colton getting the puck and with a good LOW shot,
was able to cut the lead to 3-2. The Falcons continued pressure on the Rangers,
and with 15 seconds to go, Alex T and Colton’s forcheck lead to a loose puck,
which Aidan was able to tie the game up with a back hand goal of his own with
15 seconds remaining!
The fact
that the Falcons didn’t quit in the game was very impressive and a good step in
our development.
Players of
the Game: Colton and George
Stats
Colton 2G 1A
Aidan 1G
George 1A
Mitchell 1A