On Friday night, the Foresters were defeated in the series opener versus College of Saint Benedict, 4-1.
A pair of Saint Benedict tripping penalties gave the Foresters power-play opportunities in the first period, but unfortunately, the visitors were unable to capitalize.The Bennies then scored their first goal on a power play at the 17:18 mark of the opening period.
The second period featured 17 saves from Forester goaltender
Kayden Larson. Late in the period,
Ella Maher found the back of the net from just outside the blue line to tie the contest at 1-1, with assists credited toÂ
Sophia Kuhns and
Delaney Zerfass.
The Bennies regained the lead at 1:08 in the final period and then later added two insurance goals. Larson continued her strong performance, recording 15 more saves to finish the night with 38.
Sophia Smith led Lake Forest in faceoffs, winning 60% of her draws.
The Foresters look to split the series against the Bennies tomorrow at 2:00 p.m. in St. Joseph, Minnesota.Â
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