In a thrilling display of skill and determination, the Ottawa Charge secured a significant victory over the Boston Fleet with a final score of 3-2 in the Women’s Professional Hockey League (LPHF). The decisive moment came during the eighth round of a shootout when Brianne Jenner scored the winning goal.
Goalkeeper Showdown
Both teams showcased remarkable performances from their goalkeepers. Gwyneth Philips, representing Ottawa, made an impressive 34 saves during regulation and overtime, followed by six additional stops in the shootout. Aerin Frankel, Boston’s goalkeeper, tallied 30 saves but was unable to keep Jenner from scoring twice in the shootout. Notably, both goalkeepers are former teammates at Northeastern University and will represent the U.S. women’s national team in the upcoming Olympics.
Game Highlights
- Score Summary: Philadelphia led the match early with a goal from Stephanie Markowski, assisted by Gabbie Hughes.
- Fleet’s Response: Boston equalized in the second period with Olivia Mobley tapping in a rebound, followed by Haley Winn giving the Fleet a 2-1 lead.
- Crucial Equalizer: With just 2:58 left in regulation, Fanuza Kadisova leveled the score at 2-2, capitalizing on a defensive turnover.
Current Standings
As the season progresses, the Boston Fleet holds an impressive record of 6 wins, 0 losses, 1 overtime loss, and 1 shootout loss. They have dominated the league while conceding only eight goals prior to this match. In contrast, Ottawa’s record stands at 1 win, 3 losses, and 5 overtime losses, placing them seventh in the league standings.
Upcoming Challenges
This match marked Ottawa’s first home game in 25 days, following a stretch of five consecutive away games. Both teams are now looking to build upon this match as they continue their campaigns in the Women’s Professional Hockey League.
