Re: WCHA 2016-17 Season
Final Score From Saturday, November 5th
Ohio State 3
Lindenwood 0
Three uninterrupted goals is a Pure Hat Trick. But what do you call it when a single player scores the only three goals of the entire game -- by either team? My Answer: The Perfect Storm. Brilliant presentation by Lauren. Boyle gave us the whole 212 degrees.
"Talent gaps" have been a simmering topic on the board lately. In particular, posters have wanted to point out that despite courageous performances, the Buckeyes don't quite yet have the personnel to match up with the top few teams in the nation. So let's not sugarcoat. This weekend, the skate was on the other foot. It was the Buckeyes' turn to face an opponent making a determined defensive stand. Mission? Take care of business by cracking that defense. Mission Accomplished.
Honorable Mention: Tae Otte, Lindenwood
The Captain of the Lions played an honorable game indeed. Hardworking, skilled and quick to enter the fray, her leadership helped make Lindenwood a tough out. Despite the loss, her plus/minus was even for the day. (Yes, her PK unit did yield a goal) Tae certainly earned our respect this weekend.
#3 Star: Kassidy Sauve, Ohio State
Though not severely tested, Kassidy shut out the Lions all weekend long. A pair of shutouts demands a mention. In the Saturday game, Sauve stopped all 26 shots put up by the Lady Lions. Kassidy also corralled most of Lindenwood's dump and chase efforts, essentially preventing the visitors' offense from gaining any real traction.
#2 Star: (tie)Maddy Field, Ohio State; Breanne Grant, Ohio State; and Lauren Spring, Ohio State
The Primary Assist Club. On the empty netter, Lauren cleared the defensive zone with an bodacious backhander, Springing Boyle on a solo dash. On the insurance goal, Breanne poked the puck free from a scrum along the boards, Granting Boyle possession and a path to the slot. On the GWG, Maddy delivered a crisp diagonal pass across the slot. Boyle had a Field Day with open net.
#1 Star: Lauren Boyle, Ohio State
Lauren's performance was vigorous, even turbulent. She played at a high level without interruption; she simply couldn't be stopped.
The first goal was an authoritative finish of a slick-passing PP. On the second, Boyle nailed the upper-left hand corner of net from the high slot. The third was a satisfying tap into the empty net, after a hard charge up the ice.
All that said, Lauren's efforts certainly had the strong support of her teammates and coaches; particularly on the empty-netter. Maybe it's just me, but I'm pretty sure that Boyle's presence on the last shift wasn't the result of a long line change.
Up Next: Road Trips to St. Cloud & Mankato. Next Appearance at the Ice Rink is Friday, December 2nd; The Buckeyes Host North Dakota at 6:07 PM.
Final Score From Saturday, November 5th
Ohio State 3
Lindenwood 0
Rolling Boyle Cooks Up A Storm
Three uninterrupted goals is a Pure Hat Trick. But what do you call it when a single player scores the only three goals of the entire game -- by either team? My Answer: The Perfect Storm. Brilliant presentation by Lauren. Boyle gave us the whole 212 degrees.
"Talent gaps" have been a simmering topic on the board lately. In particular, posters have wanted to point out that despite courageous performances, the Buckeyes don't quite yet have the personnel to match up with the top few teams in the nation. So let's not sugarcoat. This weekend, the skate was on the other foot. It was the Buckeyes' turn to face an opponent making a determined defensive stand. Mission? Take care of business by cracking that defense. Mission Accomplished.
The 3 Stars of the Game: Decidedly Unofficial & Just For Fun
Honorable Mention: Tae Otte, Lindenwood
The Captain of the Lions played an honorable game indeed. Hardworking, skilled and quick to enter the fray, her leadership helped make Lindenwood a tough out. Despite the loss, her plus/minus was even for the day. (Yes, her PK unit did yield a goal) Tae certainly earned our respect this weekend.
#3 Star: Kassidy Sauve, Ohio State
Though not severely tested, Kassidy shut out the Lions all weekend long. A pair of shutouts demands a mention. In the Saturday game, Sauve stopped all 26 shots put up by the Lady Lions. Kassidy also corralled most of Lindenwood's dump and chase efforts, essentially preventing the visitors' offense from gaining any real traction.
#2 Star: (tie)Maddy Field, Ohio State; Breanne Grant, Ohio State; and Lauren Spring, Ohio State
The Primary Assist Club. On the empty netter, Lauren cleared the defensive zone with an bodacious backhander, Springing Boyle on a solo dash. On the insurance goal, Breanne poked the puck free from a scrum along the boards, Granting Boyle possession and a path to the slot. On the GWG, Maddy delivered a crisp diagonal pass across the slot. Boyle had a Field Day with open net.
#1 Star: Lauren Boyle, Ohio State
Lauren's performance was vigorous, even turbulent. She played at a high level without interruption; she simply couldn't be stopped.
The first goal was an authoritative finish of a slick-passing PP. On the second, Boyle nailed the upper-left hand corner of net from the high slot. The third was a satisfying tap into the empty net, after a hard charge up the ice.
All that said, Lauren's efforts certainly had the strong support of her teammates and coaches; particularly on the empty-netter. Maybe it's just me, but I'm pretty sure that Boyle's presence on the last shift wasn't the result of a long line change.
Up Next: Road Trips to St. Cloud & Mankato. Next Appearance at the Ice Rink is Friday, December 2nd; The Buckeyes Host North Dakota at 6:07 PM.
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