Redwood Valley Tops Fairmont in Overtime Battle

Redwood Valley secured a 4-3 overtime victory against Fairmont in a game filled with momentum swings and hard-fought plays. Both teams displayed determination, but it was Redwood Valley’s ability to capitalize in the extra frame that sealed the win.

Game Summary:

Fairmont took an early lead in the first period with goals from #13 Eric Determan and #17 Klay Beemer within the first four minutes. Redwood Valley responded at 8:05 with a goal by #20 Landon Stoneberg, narrowing the score to 2-1 at the first intermission.

In the second period, Redwood Valley gained control. Goals by #3 Peter Fox and #25 Elliot Lang turned the tide, putting them ahead 3-2 heading into the final frame. Fairmont’s #15 Macklain Anderson tied the game in the third period, setting the stage for an intense overtime.

Redwood Valley’s #14 Tomas Fischer delivered the decisive blow at 5:06 of overtime, assisted by #28 Gavin Vanderwerf, who contributed three assists on the night.

Team Highlights:

• Fairmont Cardinals (0-6, 0-2 South Central Conference):
  • Goals: Eric Determan, Klay Beemer, Macklain Anderson
  • Top Performers: Tyler Kurt (2 assists), Eric Determan (1 goal, 1 assist)
  • Goaltending: Kaden Olson stopped 33 of 37 shots (.892 save percentage)
  • Next Game: Against Waseca
• Redwood Valley Cardinals (2-9, 1-3 Section 3A):
  • Goals: Tomas Fischer (OT game-winner), Peter Fox, Elliot Lang, Landon Stoneberg
  • Top Performers: Gavin Vanderwerf (3 assists), Peter Fox (1 goal)
  • Goaltending: Jacob O’Halloran saved 25 of 28 shots (.893 save percentage)
  • Next Game: Against Marshall

Key Takeaways:

• Redwood Valley’s consistent offensive pressure, outshooting Fairmont 37-28, proved to be a difference-maker.
• Despite Fairmont’s strong start, Redwood Valley showed resilience in the second period to take control.
• Special teams played a role, with both teams struggling on power plays: Fairmont went 0-for-3, while Redwood Valley went 0-for-1.