The highly anticipated third match of the Walter Cup between Montreal’s La Victoire and Ottawa’s Charge will be broadcast live on RDS at 6 PM. This matchup carries significant weight for La Victoire, as they have the opportunity to capture the first Walter Cup title in their history.
Match Details
La Victoire will face the Charge in Ottawa, where fans will gather to support their team. With a current series lead of 2-0, La Victoire aims to complete their historic achievement tonight. The team, led by coach Kori Cheverie, secured this advantage with two overtime victories at Place Bell last week.
Key Players
In both prior matches, Abby Roque and Maggie Flaherty emerged as pivotal players, each finding the net against Ottawa goaltender Gwyneth Philips in overtime. Meanwhile, Ottawa has shown resilience. Despite being down 2-0, they managed to score first in both games. In the initial match, Rebecca Leslie notably beat Ann-Renée Desbiens twice, and Sarah Wozniewicz scored in the second encounter.
Goaltending Statistics
Goalie performance has been crucial in this series:
- Ann-Renée Desbiens (La Victoire): 43 saves on 46 shots
- Gwyneth Philips (Charge): 50 saves on 55 shots
Season Overview
La Victoire finished the season atop the league standings with 62 points, boasting a record of 16 wins, 6 losses, 2 overtime losses, and 6 shootout losses. They advanced to the finals by eliminating the two-time defending champions, the Minnesota Frost, in five games.
If the Charge manages to secure a win tonight, the teams will meet again for a fourth match on Wednesday in Ottawa. This promises to be an exciting series with the potential for dramatic turnarounds.
Conclusion
As the clock approaches 6 PM, all eyes will be on La Victoire. The possibility of claiming their first Walter Cup title adds an exhilarating layer to this crucial game. Fans and players alike are ready for what promises to be a thrilling night in Ottawa.
