The Lindenwood women’s hockey team, with a record of 4-25-2 (3-15-1 AHA), achieved a remarkable 5-1 victory over Robert Morris University, who now stands at 8-22-3 (2-15-2 AHA), on the road in Moon Township, Pennsylvania.
Game Overview
The match began with Lindenwood immediately facing a penalty, which they successfully killed off. Just a minute after returning to even strength, Morgan Neitzke put the Lions ahead with a goal at 6:51, assisted by Sidney Jackel. However, Robert Morris responded by scoring during a power play, ending the first period tied at 1-1.
In the second period, Lindenwood started strong on a power play but was unable to convert. Nevertheless, Sydney Rarick found the net at 3:40, with assists from Josey Dunne and Silje Gundersen, granting the Lions a 2-1 lead. The Lions’ penalty-kill unit held strong throughout the period, while Anna LaRose made 12 crucial saves. Late in the frame, Zsofia Pazmandi scored, assisted by Chloe Corbin and Quinn McLaren, allowing Lindenwood to lead 3-1 going into the third period.
The third period began with Lindenwood quickly killing off another penalty, followed by a surge of offense, outshooting the Colonials 12-9. Neitzke scored again on the power play, with assists from Pazmandi and Gundersen, extending the lead to 4-1. Gundersen capped off the scoring with another goal late in the period, with contributions from Elina Zilliox and Rarick. Anna LaRose concluded the game with a total of 31 saves, solidifying Lindenwood’s 5-1 victory.
Game Leaders
- Morgan Neitzke (two goals)
- Silje Gundersen (one goal, two assists)
- Anna LaRose (31 saves)
Upcoming Match
The Lindenwood Lions and the Robert Morris Colonials will face each other again tomorrow at 11:00 a.m. Central Time in Moon Township, Pennsylvania.
