In a hard-fought championship battle at the London Devilettes 33rd Annual Tournament, South Huron Sabres faced a formidable opponent in Essex Thunder. Despite a valiant effort, the Sabres fell short with a final score of 3-1, making Essex Thunder the tournament champions.
Dynamic Second Period for Essex Thunder:
The first period saw both teams locked in a defensive struggle, resulting in no goals. The real action unfolded in the second period whenEssex Thunder broke the deadlock with two goals. At 7:34 on the power play, #17 Madison Hennin found the back of the net from an assist by #10 Victoria Thompson. Shortly after, at 6:47, Thompson contributed to the scoreboard with a goal of her own, assisted by #9 Isabelle Vickerd and #7 Heather Reeb.
Essex Thunder Extends Lead in the Third Period:
In the third period, Essex Thunder continued their offensive prowess, adding another goal at 6:24. Hennin secured her second goal of the game, with an assist again from Victoria Thompson. The Sabres, determined to mount a comeback, managed to get on the board at 4:31. #16 Elsie Maver capitalized on an opportunity, receiving assists from #41 Ava Cooper and #28 Sawyer Campbell.
Penalty Drama and Defensive Showdown:
The game featured limited penalties, with the only infraction occurring in the second period when the Sabres' #67 Kendell Foran received a tripping penalty. Despite the Sabres' efforts, Essex Thunder maintained a solid defensive stance throughout the game.
Triumphant Conclusion for Essex Thunder:
As the final buzzer sounded, Essex Thunder celebrated their 3-1 victory, claiming the championship title in the London Devilettes 33rd Annual Tournament. The Sabres showcased resilience and determination, making it to the finals in a highly competitive tournament.