SCHENECTADY, N.Y. - Elyssa Biederman scored with 35 seconds left in overtime to secure the extra point for the Raiders in a 3-2 win over Union at M&T Bank Center on Saturday.
COACH DECOSSE'S COMMENTS
"A strong team weekend. It is never easy to sweep in our league. We were proud of the way our team came together and found a way to get the win this afternoon."
HOW IT HAPPENED
Colgate started the first period with a strong offensive presence, highlighted by Sara Stewart's goal at 12:37, which was assisted by Casey Borgiel and Emma Pais. This early lead was bolstered by Elyssa Biederman's power-play goal at 11:18, assisted by Borgiel and Taylor Senecal, pushing the score to 2-0. Colgate's defense held firm, with Brooke Davis making crucial saves to maintain the shutout. The period concluded with Colgate ahead, 2-0.
Union opened the second period with momentum, as Maddie Leaney scored an unassisted goal at 18:10, cutting the Colgate lead to one. Colgate continued to press, with Pais and Chloe Goofers each generating opportunities, but were unable to alter the score. Davis provided key saves to maintain the scoreline. The period concluded with the Raiders ahead 2-1.
Colgate opened the third period with a strong faceoff win by Alexia Aubin. Despite early pressure, the Garnet Chargers tied the game at 19:18 with a goal by Klara Kenttala. Colgate responded assertively, generating numerous shots, including attempts from Madeline Palumbo and Ava Wood, but faced consistent saves from Union's Monja Wagner.
Throughout the period, Colgate controlled the faceoff circle with Stewart leading several wins. The team maintained offensive pressure, with Biederman and Senecal creating chances, but could not break through Union's defense and the game went to overtime.
Colgate secured a dramatic victory in the overtime period with Biederman's power-play goal. Biederman scored with 34 seconds remaining, assisted by Borgiel and Alexis Petford. Colgate emerged with a 3-2 victory, closing the game in sudden death overtime.
GAME NOTES
- The Raiders improved to 47-0-3 in series history against Union.
- Elyssa Biederman posted her first two-goal game this season.
- Colgate earned its first overtime road win since defeating Harvard on Jan. 24, 2025.
- Casey Borgiel logged three assists in a single game for the Raiders for the first time since Avery Pickering posted three assists against Maine on Oct. 17 earlier this season.
- Brooke Davis made 20 saves between the pipes for Colgate.
UP NEXT
The Raiders (8-7-1, 4-3-1 ECAC) head to Washington, D.C. to compete in the D1 in DC Tournament over Thanksgiving weekend. Colgate will take on St. Cloud State on Friday at 1 p.m. before squaring off with Ohio State on Saturday at 5 p.m.
