HAMILTON - The Raiders picked up a point in a shootout loss after a 4-4 tie at Class of 1965 Arena on Saturday.
HOW IT HAPPENED
Easton Wainwright scored the opening goal at 5:15, assisted by Jacob Napier and Luke Malboeuf. Less than a minute later, Robby Newton extended the lead to 2-0 with a goal assisted by Owen Neuharth and Niko Rexine at 5:38. The team maintained pressure, generating multiple shot attempts, though the Garnet Chargers' defense and goaltender Cameron Korpi managed to hold them at bay.
The Garnet Chargers responded with a goal by Brandon Buhr at 17:01, cutting the deficit to one. Despite their efforts to level the score, Colgate's defense, led by Reid Dyck's saves, kept the visitors from evening the game. The period concluded with Colgate leading 2-1.
The Garnet Chargers seized momentum early in the second period, with Colgate's defensive efforts highlighted by blocked shots from Isaiah Norlin and Tyson Doucette. Despite the visiting team's persistent offensive pressure, Dyck made several critical saves to maintain the score. Midway through the period, the Garnet Chargers capitalized on a power play, with Colby MacArthur scoring to extend their lead.
Colgate responded with their own power play opportunities late in the period but could not convert. The period concluded with the Garnet Chargers leading 3-2.
Colgate began the third period with a power play opportunity, which they capitalized on as Daniel Panetta scored with assists from Ryan Spinale and Brett Merner, tying the game at three apiece. Shortly after, Jacob Napier gave Colgate the lead with an even-strength goal assisted by Simon Labelle and Merner, making the score 4-3.
The Garnet Chargers fought back and tied the game at 4-4 with a goal from Drew Sutton, assisted by Ben Muthersbaugh and Will Felicio. Despite late attempts from both sides, the period concluded with the score still tied, setting the stage for a tense finish.
Colgate began the overtime period by winning the initial faceoff, setting a competitive tone. Labelle and Panetta each directed shots on goal, but Korpi was steadfast in net. Despite a flurry of attempts, including a late power play, Colgate could not break the deadlock.
Defensive resilience was evident, highlighted by Michael Neumeier's block of a shot from the Garnet Chargers' Felicio. Dyck made crucial saves to thwart the visiting team's advances, keeping the score level. The overtime period concluded without a goal, maintaining a tie.
In the shootout, the Garnet Chargers opened with Buhr converting his attempt. Colgate responded with Labelle successfully finding the net, leveling the shootout after two rounds. As the sequence continued, the Garnet Chargers' Parker Lindauer scored, putting pressure on Colgate. Neumeier's attempt was unsuccessful, concluding the period with the Garnet Chargers taking the edge.
The game ended with the Garnet Chargers securing the victory via shootout.
GAME NOTES
UP NEXT
Colgate (5-7-2, 3-2-1 ECAC) heads to East Lansing to take on Michigan State next Wednesday and Friday. Puck drop is set for 7 p.m. for both games.
