Brooks, Alberta – The Brooks Bandits have emerged victorious in the Rocky Mountain Challenge, defeating the Surrey Eagles with a score of 4-1. The highly anticipated game took place on Saturday night at the Centennial Regional Arena in Brooks.
The Bandits, who currently hold the top spot in the Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL) standings, were determined to maintain their winning streak. They came out strong in the first period, with forward Simon Gravel scoring the first goal of the game just four minutes in.
The Eagles, who are currently in third place in the AJHL standings, fought back in the second period, with forward Holden Katzalay scoring a goal to tie the game. However, the Bandits quickly regained their lead with a goal from defenseman Corson Ceulemans.
In the third period, the Bandits continued to dominate, with forward Jakob Lee scoring a goal just two minutes in. The Eagles tried to make a comeback, but were unable to get past the Bandits’ strong defense. The game ended with a final goal from Bandits’ forward Nathan Plessis, securing their victory with a final score of 4-1.
The Bandits’ head coach, Ryan Papaioannou, praised his team’s performance, stating, “We knew this was going to be a tough game, but our players showed great determination and skill on the ice. I’m proud of their hard work and dedication.”
The Rocky Mountain Challenge is an annual event that brings together the top teams from the AJHL and the British Columbia Hockey League (BCHL). This year, the Brooks Bandits were chosen to represent the AJHL, while the Surrey Eagles represented the BCHL.
The Bandits’ victory in the Rocky Mountain Challenge adds to their impressive record this season, with a total of 44 wins and only 6 losses. They are currently on track to defend their title as AJHL champions.
The Bandits will continue their season with a home game against the Drumheller Dragons on Tuesday night. Fans are eagerly anticipating their next game, as the Bandits continue to prove themselves as a dominant force in the AJHL.
