The Seattle Torrent achieved their first regulation road win of the season by defeating the Ottawa Charge 5-3 on April 8, 2026. This victory came after a challenging 26 games, showcasing the team’s persistence and skill.
Game Summary
The game was held at TD Place, marking the Ottawa Charge’s first home game since March 4. The match started with the Charge scoring first. Stephanie Markowski capitalized on a turnover, assisting Fanusa Kadirova for an early goal at 1:54.
Scoring Highlights
- 1st Period: Kadirova scored for Ottawa (1-0).
- 2nd Period:
- Gabrielle David almost tied the game but hit the posts.
- Jada Habisch redirected a Megan Carter shot for Seattle’s first goal (1-1).
- Katerina Mrazova scored on a power play for Ottawa, making it 2-1.
- 3rd Period:
- Danielle Serdachny scored her second goal, putting Seattle ahead 3-2.
- Gabbie Hughes tied the game for Ottawa with a remarkable backhand effort.
- Natalie Snodgrass scored the winning goal on the power play (4-3).
- Cayla Barnes sealed the victory with an empty-net goal (5-3).
Key Performances
Corinne Schroeder, the Seattle goalkeeper, made 36 crucial saves. Gwyneth Philips for Ottawa stopped 28 shots. Snodgrass’s decisive power-play goal came with just 1:21 left in the game, showcasing Seattle’s strategy in capitalizing on opportunities.
Takeaways and Next Matches
The Ottawa Charge struggled on the power play, converting only once in four attempts. In contrast, the Torrent demonstrated resilience, especially during their second game in consecutive nights.
- Upcoming Matches:
- The Ottawa Charge will face the Toronto Sceptres on Saturday.
- The Seattle Torrent will visit the Vancouver Goldeneyes on Tuesday.
This win highlights the Seattle Torrent’s potential as they continue to build momentum in the current season.
