WEEKLY UPDATE

Week 7 featured all close games, with only one game finishing with a three-goal difference but not from a lack of trying. Box Tuzi put up the most shots of the night but couldn’t get more than two past Travis Guay, who was our goalie of the night. Two games left before playoffs!

RECAPS

Skinny Georges vs. Cheesy Dangles 

SG came out flying in the opening period, turning the game into a shooting gallery as they built a commanding 4–1 lead. Just when it looked like SG was in complete control, CD mounted a furious rally, scoring twice late in the first half to cut the deficit to 4–3 heading into the break. The momentum stayed with CD after intermission as they scored four consecutive goals to erase the deficit and take a 5–4 lead, eventually extending it to 6–5 with just five minutes remaining. But SG refused to go away. In a frantic final stretch, the teams traded goals in a wild back-and-forth finish before SG found the late winner to cap off one of the most exciting games of the night. Final: SG 8 – 7 CD 

SG- Craig MacDonald- 32 Shots

CD- Quinn Marans- 29 Shots

Beer Before Backchecks vs. Warren G 

The opening half was a back-and-forth affair, with neither team able to pull away. The teams traded goals throughout the period, eventually sitting tied 2–2 before BBB found a late goal to take a 3–2 lead into the second half. Despite trailing on the scoreboard, WG controlled much of the offensive pressure early, outshooting BBB 21–12. The second half exploded offensively, with both teams combining for five quick goals to turn the game into a 5–5 tie. WG then found another gear, scoring three straight goals to build a 7–5 lead and take control of the momentum. BBB continued to battle and kept the pressure on, making the final minutes a nail-biting finish, but WG held on through the late push to close out a high-scoring thriller. Final: WG 9 – 7 BBB 

BBB- David Hull- 35 Shots

WG- Michael Mirdamadi- 23 Shots

The Natural Disasters vs. Box Tuzi 

TND wasted no time getting on the board, scoring three quick goals to take control early. BT responded by applying heavy pressure and creating a large number of scoring chances, but TND’s goaltender was outstanding, making save after save to keep the lead intact. Despite being outshot 21–9 in the opening half, TND carried a 3–1 lead into the second half. TND continued to capitalize on their opportunities after the break, adding two more goals to extend their lead. BT kept battling and generated chances, but they could not solve the TND goaltender consistently enough to complete the comeback. A strong offensive start combined with a game-changing performance in net allowed TND to secure the victory. Final: TND 5 – 2 BT 

TND- Travis Guay- 41 Shots

BT- Gianfranco Manto- 23 Shots  

The Connection vs. The Block Party 

The opening half was a low-scoring affair, as both teams played a disciplined game and limited quality scoring chances. Strong performances between the pipes kept the game close, with the score tied 1–1 heading into the second half. The pace picked up after the break as the intensity increased. TBP was able to break through and take a 3–2 lead, but TC continued to push and kept the pressure on. The game remained a one-goal battle all the way to the end, with both teams fighting for every opportunity.In the final minutes, neither team backed down, but TBP managed to hold on in a thrilling finish. Final: TBP 4 – 3 TC  

TC- Nick Jaz- 27 Shots

TBP- Leo Maiorino- 39 Shots

*** 3 STARS OF THE DAY *** 

M- Brent Stewart (4G/2A)

F- Caitlyn Brannon (2G/1A)

Top goalie: Travis Guay (2G on 41 shots)