Detroit Lakes upsets EGF, Alexandria beats Brainerd, STMA wins in OT and more in the high school hockey recap for 11/26/2024:
Bloomington Jefferson 4, Hastings 3
Bloomington Jefferson rallied in the third period to secure a comeback victory against Hastings in a thrilling game at Hastings Civic Arena. After being down 1-0 at the end of the first period, Bloomington Jefferson scored four goals in the third period, including two short-handed goals within 13 seconds.
Game Totals:
Scoring Summary:
1st Period:
Hastings: #20 Brayden Krauth scored at 5:53 (even strength), assisted by #19 Brody Carlson and #17 Brody Geib.
2nd Period: No scoring.
3rd Period:
Bloomington Jefferson: #21 Kaden Larson scored a short-handed goal at 0:32, assisted by #7 Frankie Schmitz. Score: 1-1.
Bloomington Jefferson: #19 Brayden Thomas followed with another short-handed goal at 0:45. Score: 2-1.
Hastings: #24 Jackson Dohman scored at 2:57 (even strength), assisted by #5 Aden Cavness and #17 Brody Geib. Score: 2-2.
Bloomington Jefferson: #15 Charlie Bartsh scored on the power play at 8:39, assisted by #12 Ben Ruppert. Score: 3-2.
Hastings: #9 Luke Wahlstrom scored at 9:20 (even strength), assisted by #15 Jack Woodwick and #27 Ryland Krauth. Score: 3-3.
Bloomington Jefferson: #5 Mason Van Brunt scored at 12:55 (even strength), assisted by #21 Kaden Larson, to take the lead. Score: 4-3.
Power Plays:
Bloomington Jefferson: 1 for 4 (25.0%)
Hastings: 0 for 4 (0.0%)
Shots on Goal (SOG):
Both teams had an equal number of shots on goal, finishing with 34 shots each.
Bloomington Jefferson: 11 in the 1st period, 6 in the 2nd, and 17 in the 3rd.
Hastings: 14 in the 1st period, 7 in the 2nd, and 13 in the 3rd.
Penalty Summary:
Bloomington Jefferson: 8 minutes on 4 infractions.
2nd Period: #17 Anders Bjorklund (Slashing, Minor) at 1:04.
3rd Period: #21 Kaden Larson (Holding, Minor) at 5:23.
Hastings: 8 minutes on 4 infractions.
3rd Period: #18 Jonas Schauer (Interference, Minor) at 4:36.
Key Players:
Bloomington Jefferson:
Kaden Larson (#21): 1 goal, 1 assist. Key in scoring the short-handed goal to shift momentum.
Brayden Thomas (#19): Scored a short-handed goal to help Jefferson take the lead.
Owen Matthews (#30, Goalie): Made 31 saves out of 34 shots, with a save percentage of .912.
Hastings:
Brody Geib (#17): Assisted on two goals, showing good offensive awareness.
Charles Stoffel (#29, Goalie): Made 30 saves out of 34 shots, with a save percentage of .882.
Game Summary:
The game was closely contested with both teams exchanging goals in the third period. Bloomington Jefferson fell behind turning a 1-0 in the first period but turned it into a 4-3 victory. The key turning point was the back-to-back short-handed goals by Larson and Thomas, which shifted the momentum heavily in favor of Bloomington Jefferson.
Prior Lake Secures Comeback Victory Over Centennial, 4-2
In an intense matchup, Prior Lake came back from a two-goal deficit to defeat Centennial 4-2 on the road.
1st Period Highlights:
Centennial opened the scoring with two goals in the first period, giving them a 2-0 lead. Kaden Johnson scored the first goal on a power play, assisted by Cooper Hehir and Gavin Cunningham. Isaak Adams added the second goal, assisted by Johnson.
2nd Period Comeback Begins:
Prior Lake fought back in the second period. Jacob Thomas put them on the board at 5:01 with a goal assisted by Gavin Lind and Bryce Lovett. Later, Mario Bernard tied the game at 2-2 with a goal assisted by Levi Eiter.
3rd Period Seals the Win:
The momentum continued into the third period for Prior Lake. Bryce Lovett scored the go-ahead goal at 2:03, with Brendan Chayer and Jacob Thomas assisting. Levi Eiter scored the final goal for Prior Lake at 3:35, assisted by Mario Bernard, solidifying their 4-2 victory.
Power Play Summary:
Centennial capitalized on one of their three power-play opportunities, while Prior Lake struggled to convert on any of their four opportunities.
Penalty Summary:
Both teams saw their fair share of time in the box, with Centennial racking up 12 minutes on six infractions, while Prior Lake accumulated 8 minutes on four infractions.
Shots on Goal:
Prior Lake dominated in terms of shots, outshooting Centennial 37-18. Centennial goalie Easton Cody put up a valiant effort with 33 saves, but it wasn’t enough to stop the determined Prior Lake team.
Key Players:
Bryce Lovett led the charge for Prior Lake, contributing one goal and one assist.
Centennial’s Kaden Johnson had an impactful first period with a goal and an assist.
Goalie Performances:
Prior Lake’s Jett Loechler stopped 16 of 18 shots, finishing with a .889 save percentage.
Centennial’s Easton Cody faced heavy firepower but managed to save 33 of 37 shots, ending with a .892 save percentage.
Brainerd Falls to Alexandria in Overtime Despite Penalty Shot Goal by Richy Pyle
In an exciting matchup that saw a successful penalty shot by Brainerd’s Richy Pyle, Alexandria emerged victorious in overtime, taking the game 3-2.
1st Period Highlights:
Brainerd struck first at 10:18, with Dylan Wikoff scoring an even-strength goal assisted by Zander Peterson and Chad King.
2nd Period Stalemate:
The second period saw no goals scored as both teams tightened their defenses.
3rd Period Drama:
Alexandria’s Grady Olson tied the game early in the third period at 0:30, with an assist by Charlie Bassen.
Brainerd’s Richy Pyle put his team back in the lead with a penalty shot goal at 2:00.
Alexandria equalized once again at 12:07 when Charlie Bassen netted a power-play goal, assisted by Grady Olson and Niklas Schultz, making it 2-2.
Overtime Clincher:
In overtime, Alexandria sealed the victory with Evan Klimek scoring the game-winning goal at 6:34, assisted by William Thornburg and Grady Olson.
Power Play Summary:
Alexandria went 1 for 3 on the power play, while Brainerd was unable to convert on their opportunities.
Penalty Summary:
Both teams saw several penalties, with Brainerd’s Ryan Heinlen getting a major penalty for boarding.
Key Players:
Alexandria’s Grady Olson had a stellar game with one goal and two assists.
Brainerd’s Richy Pyle made an impact with his successful penalty shot goal.
Goalie Performances:
Brainerd’s Griffin Bartholomaus stopped 37 of 40 shots, finishing with a .925 save percentage.
Alexandria’s Grady Loch was solid in net, saving 31 of 33 shots for a .939 save percentage.
Benilde-St. Margaret’s Shuts Out Gentry Academy 2-0
Benilde-St. Margaret’s managed to hold off Gentry Academy in a defensive battle, emerging with a 2-0 victory. Despite an even start, Benilde’s Keegan Davis scored twice, including an empty-net goal to secure the win.
1st Period Highlights:
No goals were scored as both teams played defensively.
2nd Period: Breaking the Deadlock
At 5:43 of the second period, Keegan Davis found the net for Benilde-St. Margaret’s on an even-strength goal, assisted by Ben Palmer and Cam Kirschner.
3rd Period: Closing the Game
With Gentry Academy pressing in the final minutes, Keegan Davis scored an empty-net goal at 16:23 to seal the win, assisted again by Ben Palmer.
Power Play Struggles:
Both teams had opportunities on the power play but couldn’t convert, with Benilde going 0 for 2 and Gentry Academy going 0 for 4.
Penalty Summary:
Benilde-St. Margaret’s incurred 8 penalty minutes on 4 infractions, while Gentry Academy had 4 minutes on 2 infractions.
Key Players:
Benilde’s Keegan Davis was the standout player, scoring both goals for his team.
Ben Palmer had a strong showing with two assists.
Goalie Performances:
Benilde-St. Margaret’s goalie Christopher Dean recorded a perfect shutout, stopping all 20 shots faced for a 1.000 save percentage.
Gentry Academy’s Wyatt Sander also played well, stopping 27 of 29 shots, finishing with a .931 save percentage.
In a game characterized by tough defense and strong goaltending, Benilde-St. Margaret’s held off Gentry Academy for a well-deserved 2-0 win.
St. Michael-Albertville Edges Spring Lake Park/Coon Rapids in Overtime Thriller, 6-5
In a thrilling game that kept fans on the edge of their seats, St. Michael-Albertville pulled off a 6-5 victory over Spring Lake Park/Coon Rapids in overtime. The game was marked by dramatic comebacks, tight penalties, and key performances on both sides.
1st Period: Teams Trade Goals
The scoring opened at 2:36 when Cayden Alphin netted an even-strength goal for Spring Lake Park/Coon Rapids, assisted by Teddy Wackman.
St. Michael-Albertville responded at 12:16 with Tanner Esterberg scoring an equalizer, assisted by Brady Luedemann.
2nd Period: St. Michael-Albertville Dominates
The second period belonged to St. Michael-Albertville. At 10:01, Braeden Waller scored to give them a 2-1 lead, assisted by Easton Monahan and Jack Johnson.
Just 11 seconds later, Waller scored again, assisted by Owen Volkenant.
Owen Volkenant then extended the lead to 4-1 at 15:06, assisted by Waller and Johnson.
3rd Period: Spring Lake Park/Coon Rapids Fights Back
St. Michael-Albertville added to their lead early in the third with Alex Hernandez scoring on the power play at 6:49, assisted by Aiden Hogan.
However, Spring Lake Park/Coon Rapids mounted an incredible comeback starting at 7:00. Jackson Barsness scored twice within three minutes, followed by Andrew Clark at 10:04, and Jackson Engberg at 12:29 to tie the game 5-5.
Overtime Winner
In overtime, Tanner Esterberg came through for St. Michael-Albertville, scoring the game-winner at 6:45, assisted by Braeden Waller, to secure the 6-5 victory.
Power Play and Penalties:
St. Michael-Albertville went 1 for 4 on the power play, while Spring Lake Park/Coon Rapids struggled, going 0 for 7.
St. Michael-Albertville had several trips to the penalty box, accumulating 26 minutes on 9 infractions, including a game misconduct for Aiden Hogan.
Key Players:
Braeden Waller had a standout game for St. Michael-Albertville with two goals and two assists.
Tanner Esterberg also scored twice, including the game-winner.
For Spring Lake Park/Coon Rapids, Jackson Barsness scored two goals to help ignite their comeback.
Goalie Performances:
St. Michael-Albertville’s goalie Lucas Ingebrigtson made 29 saves on 34 shots, finishing with a .853 save percentage.
Spring Lake Park/Coon Rapids split their goaltending duties, with Zach Bushy making 14 saves and Brock Lueck making 10 saves.
Despite a valiant comeback from Spring Lake Park/Coon Rapids, St. Michael-Albertville held on in overtime to take home the win in a game filled with ups and downs for both teams.
New Prague Defeats Owatonna 5-3
New Prague pulled off a solid 5-3 victory over Owatonna in an exciting game that saw both teams trading goals throughout the first two periods. Key performances from Easton Bosch and Andrew Mitchell highlighted the matchup.
1st Period: Teams Start Even
Owatonna struck first at 2:44 with a goal from Andrew Mitchell, assisted by Blake Davison, putting them up 1-0.
New Prague tied it up late in the period at 16:27 when Grayson Witty scored an even-strength goal.
2nd Period: Back and Forth Action
Just 18 seconds into the second period, Connor Williams gave New Prague the lead, assisted by Easton Bosch.
Owatonna responded quickly at 2:10 with another goal from Andrew Mitchell, assisted by Caleb Ringhofer and Seth Johnson, leveling the score at 2-2.
New Prague wasted no time reclaiming the lead as Walker Andersen scored at 2:16, assisted by Connor Williams.
Easton Bosch extended New Prague’s lead to 4-2 at 7:58 with an unassisted goal.
Owatonna stayed in the fight with a goal from Zachary Klecker at 16:12, assisted by Andrew Mitchell, making it 4-3.
3rd Period: New Prague Secures the Win
In the third period, New Prague managed to add an insurance goal at 7:21 as Easton Bosch scored his second goal of the night, sealing a 5-3 victory for New Prague.
Power Play and Penalties:
Neither team was able to convert on power play opportunities. New Prague did not have any power plays, while Owatonna went 0 for 2.
New Prague accumulated 7 penalty minutes on 2 infractions, while Owatonna played a disciplined game with no penalties.
Key Players:
New Prague’s Easton Bosch had a standout performance with two goals and an assist.
Connor Williams contributed with a goal and an assist, while Grayson Witty and Walker Andersen also found the back of the net.
Owatonna’s Andrew Mitchell led his team with two goals and an assist.
Goalie Performances:
New Prague’s goalie Cole Murphy made 21 saves on 24 shots, finishing with a .875 save percentage.
Owatonna’s Garrett Stelter recorded 22 saves on 27 shots, ending with a .815 save percentage.
Cloquet/Esko/Carlton Rallies from Early Deficit to Defeat Hibbing/Chisholm 8-5
In an exciting matchup between Cloquet/Esko/Carlton and Hibbing/Chisholm, Cloquet/Esko/Carlton staged a remarkable comeback after falling behind early, securing an 8-5 victory.
1st Period: Hibbing/Chisholm Starts Strong
Hibbing/Chisholm came out firing, scoring four goals in the first period to establish a strong lead.
Jace Kampsula netted two goals, while Kelin Elsner and Ethan Sundvall also added to the scoreboard, giving Hibbing/Chisholm a 4-0 advantage.
Cloquet/Esko/Carlton managed to get on the board with a shorthanded goal by Leo Luense at 13:01, making it 4-1.
2nd Period: Cloquet/Esko/Carlton Turns the Tide
Cloquet/Esko/Carlton mounted an impressive comeback in the second period, scoring five unanswered goals to take the lead.
Goals came from Grady Knutson (two goals), Karson Young, Cole Painovich, and Conor Sullivan, turning the score to 6-4 in favor of Cloquet/Esko/Carlton.
3rd Period: Cloquet/Esko/Carlton Holds On
In the final period, Hibbing/Chisholm got one back with a power play goal from Kelin Elsner at 0:32, cutting the deficit to 6-5.
However, Cloquet/Esko/Carlton responded with two more goals from Bobby Thornton and Lucas Gentilini, sealing the 8-5 victory.
Power Play and Penalties:
Both teams had success on the power play, each going 1 for 2.
Cloquet/Esko/Carlton recorded 12 penalty minutes on 7 infractions, while Hibbing/Chisholm had 8 penalty minutes on 4 infractions.
Key Players:
Cloquet/Esko/Carlton’s Grady Knutson led the team with two goals, while Bobby Thornton and Leo Luense each contributed with a goal and multiple assists.
Hibbing/Chisholm’s Jace Kampsula scored twice, while Kelin Elsner also added two goals.
Goalie Performances:
Cloquet/Esko/Carlton’s Jacob Iallonardo played 34 minutes, making 14 saves on 15 shots for a .933 save percentage. Jamis Halverson finished the game, allowing four goals on 11 shots.
Hibbing/Chisholm’s Rex Walli made 9 saves on 15 shots for a .600 save percentage, while Gavin Lamphere stopped 5 of 7 shots for a .714 save percentage.
Cloquet/Esko/Carlton’s resilience and scoring surge in the second period turned the tide of the game, resulting in an impressive comeback victory.
Anoka Edges Princeton in a Close Battle, 4-3
In a tightly contested matchup, Anoka held off Princeton to secure a 4-3 victory in regulation. The game saw numerous lead changes and exciting moments, with Anoka ultimately coming out on top.
1st Period: Anoka Takes the Lead
Anoka took the lead at 11:00 of the first period with a goal from Landon Lafferty, assisted by Camden Mortinson.
Despite Princeton’s efforts, Anoka held on to a 1-0 lead heading into the second period.
2nd Period: Princeton Strikes Back
Anoka extended their lead early in the second with Teddy Mitshulis finding the back of the net just 19 seconds into the period, assisted by Camden Mortinson.
Princeton responded with back-to-back power play goals from Lane Olson, with assists coming from Connor Stokke and Dominic Patnode. The goals leveled the score at 2-2 by the end of the period.
3rd Period: Anoka Prevails
Anoka regained the lead early in the third period, as Teddy Mitshulis scored again, this time on the power play, at 1:07.
Carson Nedlund added another goal at 15:06, giving Anoka a two-goal cushion.
Princeton fought back late, with Lane Olson completing his hat trick with an even-strength goal at 15:56, assisted by Patnode and goalie Kole Roth, bringing Princeton within one.
Special Teams Play:
Princeton took advantage of their power play opportunities, going 2 for 6 (33.33%).
Anoka also found some success with a power play goal, finishing 1 for 6 (16.67%).
Key Performers:
Princeton’s Lane Olson was a standout player, scoring all three of his team’s goals.
Anoka’s Teddy Mitshulis scored twice, while Camden Mortinson contributed two assists.
Goalie Performances:
Princeton’s goalie Kole Roth made 3 saves on 7 shots, ending with a .429 save percentage.
Anoka’s Collin Rosenau made 3 saves on 6 shots, finishing with a .500 save percentage.
Anoka’s defensive efforts and timely scoring helped them secure the win, despite Princeton’s strong power play performance and Lane Olson’s hat trick.
Breckenridge/Wahpeton Holds Off Willmar in a 5-4 win.
In a game marked by back-and-forth scoring, Breckenridge/Wahpeton managed to fend off Willmar with a 5-4 victory in regulation. The teams traded goals throughout, with Breckenridge/Wahpeton ultimately holding on for the win.
1st Period: Both Teams Find the Net
Breckenridge/Wahpeton opened the scoring at 5:08 with Easton Neppl’s even-strength goal, assisted by Gracin Kaste and Jaxson Lopez.
Willmar answered back on the power play, with Max Garberding scoring at 13:48, assisted by Luke Larson and Aden Jacobson.
Just a little over a minute later, Willmar struck again, with Jacobson scoring another power play goal at 15:10, giving Willmar a 2-1 lead heading into the second period.
2nd Period: Breckenridge/Wahpeton Fights Back
Breckenridge/Wahpeton responded with a power play goal of their own from Easton Neppl at 3:00, tying the game at 2-2.
Willmar briefly regained the lead at 11:42 with a goal from Gibson Horyza, but Breckenridge/Wahpeton answered twice more in the period, first with Lopez scoring at 12:42 and then Neppl scoring again at 14:57.
Willmar managed to level the score at 4-4 before the end of the period with an even-strength goal from Luke Larson at 15:07, assisted by Eli Hagen.
3rd Period: The Decisive Goal
Breckenridge/Wahpeton found the game-winner at 5:12 in the third period, with Michael Petersen scoring on the power play, assisted by Josh Hofman and Isaiah Bruechert. The goal held up as the difference-maker, with neither team scoring for the remainder of the game.
Special Teams Play:
Willmar capitalized on their power play opportunities, scoring twice on three chances (66.67%).
Breckenridge/Wahpeton also made use of their power plays, going 2 for 4 (50%).
Key Performers:
Breckenridge/Wahpeton’s Easton Neppl had an outstanding performance, scoring a hat trick and adding an assist for four points.
Willmar’s Aden Jacobson and Max Garberding both recorded a goal and an assist.
Goalie Performances:
Willmar’s goalie Ian Ziehl made 32 saves on 37 shots, ending with an .865 save percentage.
Breckenridge/Wahpeton’s Cale Gilbertson made 23 saves on 27 shots, finishing with an .852 save percentage.
Little Falls Comes from Behind to Defeat Fergus Falls 4-2
The Little Falls Flyers pulled off an incredible third-period comeback to defeat the Fergus Falls Otters 4-2. Despite being down by two goals early, Little Falls scored four unanswered goals in the final frame to secure the win.
1st Period: Fergus Falls Takes the Lead
Fergus Falls started strong, with Aiden Schake scoring at 2:31, assisted by Michael Schmidt.
Kadyn Zender extended Fergus Falls’ lead to 2-0 at 14:27 with an even-strength goal, assisted by Brock Scheuerman and Luke Johnson.
2nd Period: Defensive Battle
Neither team could find the back of the net in the second period, leaving Fergus Falls with a 2-0 lead heading into the third.
3rd Period: Little Falls’ Rally
Little Falls stormed back in the third, beginning with Mason Oothoudt scoring at 2:38, assisted by Liam Thoma and Alex Thoma.
At 5:03, Ryan Oothoudt scored his first goal of the game to tie it 2-2.
Just 39 seconds later, Ryan Oothoudt struck again to put Little Falls ahead, assisted by Joey Welinski and Luke Avery.
Liam Thoma sealed the deal with another goal for Little Falls at 5:52, giving them a 4-2 lead.
Key Players:
Little Falls’ Ryan Oothoudt was a standout, scoring twice in the third period.
Fergus Falls’ Aiden Schake and Kadyn Zender both found the net early to give the Otters a strong start.
Goalie Performances:
Fergus Falls goalie Holden Stenstrom made 40 saves on 44 shots for a .909 save percentage.
Little Falls goalie Izaak Kalis was crucial to the win, stopping 31 of 33 shots with a .939 save percentage.
Penalties:
Fergus Falls took 10 minutes on 5 infractions, while Little Falls had 8 minutes on 4 infractions.
Despite a strong start by Fergus Falls, Little Falls showcased resilience with an explosive third-period comeback to earn a 4-2 victory.
Detroit Lakes Stuns East Grand Forks with 4-0 Victory in Section 8A Battle
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Detroit Lakes Lakers pulled off a significant Section 8A win, shutting out East Grand Forks Green Wave 4-0. In a game where East Grand Forks dominated the shot count, Detroit Lakes capitalized on key moments and special teams play to secure the victory.
1st and 2nd Periods: Defensive Battle
Both teams battled hard defensively, with East Grand Forks putting consistent pressure on Detroit Lakes’ defense but unable to find the back of the net.
Detroit Lakes’ goalie Griffin Lindberg stood tall, stopping 35 shots through the first two periods, ensuring the score remained 0-0 heading into the third.
3rd Period: Detroit Lakes Explodes
Detroit Lakes broke the deadlock at 1:25 in the third period with Carter Whitworth scoring the first goal, assisted by Lawsen Justesen.
Detroit Lakes continued the offensive surge with Thomas Suckert netting a power play goal at 12:49, assisted by Easton Kennedy and Easton Wahl, extending their lead to 2-0.
Whitworth struck again just 43 seconds later, scoring another power play goal with an assist from Brock Bender, pushing the score to 3-0.
At 16:51, Hudson Pettit sealed the game for Detroit Lakes with an even-strength goal, assisted by Easton Kennedy and Jace Fields, making it 4-0.
Key Players:
Griffin Lindberg: Detroit Lakes goalie was phenomenal, stopping all 46 shots from East Grand Forks, earning a well-deserved shutout.
Carter Whitworth: Led the offense with two goals, including a power play goal.
Thomas Suckert and Hudson Pettit: Each added a goal, with Suckert scoring a crucial power play goal that put Detroit Lakes in control.
Special Teams Make the Difference:
Detroit Lakes converted 2 out of 3 power play opportunities, while East Grand Forks went 0 for 5 on their power play chances.
Goalie Performances:
Griffin Lindberg earned a perfect save percentage, stopping all 46 shots he faced.
East Grand Forks’ goalie Ryan Rockstad faced 15 shots, saving 11 of them for a save percentage of .733.
Despite East Grand Forks outshooting Detroit Lakes 46 to 15, Detroit Lakes made their chances count, securing a major shutout victory. The disciplined play and stellar goaltending of Lindberg were key to Detroit Lakes’ success in this big Section 8A matchup.
Northfield Outlasts Rochester Century/John Marshall in 8-7 Overtime Thriller
In a wild back-and-forth matchup, Northfield defeated Rochester Century/John Marshall 8-7 in overtime, clinching a dramatic win. Both teams showcased offensive firepower in a game full of lead changes, with Northfield emerging victorious thanks to Griffin Kennelly’s overtime goal.
1st Period: Early Dominance by Rochester Century/John Marshall
Rochester Century/John Marshall came out strong, with Ole Fevold scoring just 22 seconds into the game.
Calvin O’Reilly added another goal at 2:24, giving Rochester an early 2-0 lead.
Northfield responded with Oliver Benjamin’s goal at 14:25 to cut the lead to 2-1.
However, Ole Fevold netted his second of the period just moments later to push the score to 3-1 at the end of the first.
2nd Period: Northfield Claws Back
Northfield’s Michael Steward scored a power play goal at 1:01, bringing the score to 3-2.
Steward scored again, this time at even strength, at 5:57 to tie the game 3-3.
Calvin O’Reilly responded for Rochester at 12:55, giving them the lead again.
Northfield’s Griffin Kennelly scored on the power play at 15:57 to even things up.
Just before the end of the period, Ole Fevold completed his hat trick on the power play at 16:48, making it 5-4 for Rochester going into the third.
3rd Period: Northfield Rallies
Rochester’s Jarek Solak extended their lead to 6-4 with a shorthanded goal early in the third.
Northfield fought back hard, with goals by Will Cashin, Miles Kennelly, and another from Cashin to tie the game at 7-7.
Ole Fevold then netted his fourth goal of the night to give Rochester the lead, but Northfield’s Will Cashin tied it again on the power play at 12:53.
Overtime: Kennelly Seals the Victory
In overtime, Griffin Kennelly scored the game-winner at 6:29, capping off an incredible comeback for Northfield.
Key Players:
Ole Fevold (Rochester Century/John Marshall): Led his team with an impressive four-goal performance.
Will Cashin (Northfield): Scored two goals and added four assists, contributing to six of Northfield’s eight goals.
Griffin Kennelly (Northfield): Scored twice, including the game-winning goal in overtime.
Special Teams Impact:
Northfield’s power play was effective, converting on 3 of 5 opportunities.
Rochester Century/John Marshall also had a strong power play, going 1 for 2.
Goalie Performances:
Kyle Lappi (Rochester Century/John Marshall) faced 26 shots and made 18 saves, finishing with a .692 save percentage.
Max Frank (Northfield) made 28 saves on 35 shots, ending with a .800 save percentage.
Northfield showed great resilience, overcoming multiple deficits to secure the thrilling overtime victory. Both teams played a high-energy game, but Northfield’s ability to capitalize in overtime made the difference in this matchup.
