The Owen Sound Attack claimed a 6-4 victory over the North Bay Battalion in an intense match on Friday night.
The game started off with a strong offensive push from the Attack, with Kaleb Pearson scoring the first goal just 1:30 into the first period. However, the Battalion quickly responded with two goals of their own, putting them in the lead.
The second period saw a back-and-forth battle between the two teams, with both sides scoring two goals each. But it was the Attack who came out on top, thanks to goals from Aidan Dudas and Sergey Popov.
In the third period, the Battalion fought hard to tie the game, but the Attack’s defense held strong, allowing only one goal from North Bay’s Brandon Coe. The Attack sealed their victory with an empty-net goal from Barret Kirwin in the final minute of the game.
Owen Sound’s goaltender Mack Guzda played a crucial role in the win, making 33 saves throughout the game. His performance earned him the first star of the game.
The Attack’s head coach, Alan Letang, praised his team’s effort and resilience in the face of a tough opponent. “We knew North Bay was going to come out strong, but our guys stayed focused and battled until the end,” he said.
The victory brings the Attack’s record to 6-3-1, while the Battalion’s record falls to 3-6-0. The two teams will face off again on Sunday in North Bay, where the Battalion will be looking for redemption.
Overall, it was an exciting and hard-fought game between two talented teams. The Owen Sound Attack’s determination and skill ultimately led them to a well-deserved win over the North Bay Battalion.
