Panthers Pant from Defeat

    UNB started the season strong with their game Monday night, against the visiting UPEI panthers. The game started rough, as it typically does between these two teams, as UNB took several hard hits within the first two minutes of play. Due to the rough play, UPEI received the first penalty of the game early on at 1:44, as #24, Beni Berisha took a two minute visit to the box for interference.
    Following in his team-mates roughness, UPEI's #21,Craig MacLauchlan was the next to visit the Sin Bin, in his first penalty of many at 7:18. MacLauchlan was sentenced to a two minute tripping penalty after very obviously taking down UNB's #8, Phillippe Halley, at the center red line, causing an outrage among fans.
   Using the panthers frustration to their advantage, UNB's #57, Christopher Clapperton, managed to score the first goal of the game at 11:46. However, the delight quickly wore off as UNB received their first penalty of the game just over a minute later at 13:04. #27, Stephen Anderson took a quick two minute break for slashing. Just two minutes later, roughing broke out in front of UNB's net, as UPEI gets a close call, followed by UNB's #57, receiving a two minute penalty for slashing. Although this upset fans, thinking UNB would now be two men short, Anderson left the box just three seconds after the second penalty was called.
    Bringing the first period to a close, UPEI had a close call at 18:45, as #15 was left undefended against UNB's goalie. Luckily for UNB, he missed the net and missed out on tying the game, leaving the score 1-0 for UNB at the end of the first.

   The second period started on an extreme level of excitement, as UPEI's goalie went down just 55 seconds in, causing the puck to be loose in front of the net. However, defense had his back as UNB failed to get their second goal of the evening, at least for now. Just a minute later, at 1:58, UPEI's #21, earned his second penalty of the night, a two minute for hooking after once again tripping one of UNB's players.
    UNB, desperate to further their lead in their first home game of the year, used the penalty to their advantage as #27, Stephen Anderson, made his way to the net at 3:17, scoring UNB's second goal.
   At 4:11, UNB's #18, Rob Mignardi, was sent to the box on a two minute goal tender interference penalty, much to fans disagreement, Mignardi and UPEI's goalie, ended up behind the net, the goalie getting caught in Mignardi's stick, caused him to go down to the ice. Fans believe Mignardi should not have received the penalty, due to the goalie being out of his net, and the trip being unintentional. However, Mignardi didn't seem to have any problems serving the penalty, having known what happened.
   UPEI gained the next penalty, at 7:27, a two minute penalty for slashing.  Once again, UNB used the power play to further their lead as #8, Phillippe Halley, picked up a rebound shot from #12, Peter Trainor, extending their lead 3-0 over the Panthers.
   UNB decided to switch their goalies, at 11:30, having no fear of losing the game, and giving both goalies an opportunity to warm up for the season in their first pre-season game. Clearly, the switch didn't help UPEI any, as UNB's #19, Cameron Brace, braced himself in front of the net and received UNB's 4th goal of the game, at 13:55. Although UPEI had a pending penalty, the penalty was never called due to UNB's goal, bringing the second period to an end, with UNB leading 4-0.

    The third period continued well for UNB, as #15, Chris Caissy earned yet another goal for the team at 1:24. The teams 5th goal was quickly paired by their 6th goal, as #16, Phillippe Maillet, gained his first goal of the season at 4:59. Although this may have been Maillet's only goal of the game, we expect you'll hear his name lots more this season if he continues his goal streak from last season.
    Clearly upset by UNB's lead, UPEI's #8, Cody Payne, received a penalty of his own at 8:32, two minutes for holding, after wrapping his arm around UNB's #28, Matt Boudens' neck at the blue line. Just over a minute later, a brawl broke out behind UPEI's net at 9:42. The fight continued for a few minutes, as referees fought to get the players away from each other and under control. The game was put on hold while the referees discussed the best way to treat the penalties. In the end, a total of five roughing penalties were delivered. #19, Cameron Brace, #2, Randy Gazzola, and #57, Christopher Clapperton all from UNB, as well as #11, Stephen McInnis, and #2, Derek Ryckmen, from UPEI were able to party together as they sat in the penalty box for the following two minutes.
   At 12:52, UNB's #40, Matt Petgrave earned a two minute penalty for interference. Refusing to let it get them down, UNB furthered their lead even further at 16:22, as #26, Oliver Cooper, extended their lead by getting the seventh and final goal of the evening.
   UPEI's #21, once gain received a penalty at 18:40, a two minute penalty for slashing after dramatically knocking UNB's stick out of his hand.
   Looking to make his presence to the team known in his first game with the VReds, #26, Oliver Cooper received a two minute roughing penalty at 18:58 after getting into a shoving match behind UPEI's net. Luckily, the penalty was called with just a minute left in the game, and with UNB's 7-0 lead, they weren't concerned as the final period, and the game, came to a close.

   UNB has already begun to prove themselves as being a team to be reckoned with this year, despite losing several of their top players, including fan favourite, #26, Tyler Carroll, and Fredericton's own, #22, Taylor MacDougall last year. If UNB continues to play the way they played this game, they'll secure a spot in the CIS championship in no time.
   UNB's next game will be held in Montreal at McGill University on September 24th, as they scope out the potential competition for the CIS championship in the beginning of the new year. Their next home game, will be held on October 7th, at 7 pm, as they take on Moncton in their home opener, where they will introduce several new players formally to their fans,

Tommies Crushed

    As always when the HIL clashes at UNB'a Aitken Centre, things started rough for both teams. At just 0:36, St. Thomas' #21, Zach Hall was knocked down by a hit in UNB's end, severely hurt. After a few moments, Hall had to be escorted off the ice by help from his team mates. Fortunately for UNB, no penalty was called on the play as it was seen as a clean check.

    Despite getting off penalty free in the moment, it didn't take long for UNB to get their first penalty of the game at 2:12 as the team received a bench minor for too many men on the ice. With just 6 seconds remaining in the penalty, UNB's #26, Tyler Carroll snuck his way in and picked up a shorthanded goal at 4:06. The goal was assisted by #40, Matt Petgrave as Carroll picked up the shot, wrapping around the net to be stopped by Teichmann but managed to pick up the rebound and slip it past the goalie. Just over 2 minutes later, at 6:15, #8, Philippe Halley scored UNB's second goal of the game on a rebound shot.

    At 8:47, UNB's #19, Cameron Brace was sentenced with a 2 minute slashing penalty. Brace was followed by team mate #22, Taylor MacDougall as he earned himself a 2 minute delay of game penalty at 12:45. MacDougall's penalty both angered and confused fans, as well as MacDougall himself as no one was sure what exactly he did to “delay the game.”

    As per usual, UNB's Varsity Reds didn't take long to come back from the penalties as they scored their third goal at 17:18. #28, Matt Boudens, scored his first goal of the season with superstar #16, Philippe Maillet picking up the assist. STU was clearly unappreciative as the goal as they immediately tried to pick a fight with Boudens. Penalties went out to both STU's #6, for roughing and UNB's #4 for unsportsmanlike conduct as a result.

    Out to seek revenge, Boudens followed up by earning himself a second point on an assist just 21 seconds later as he and #16, Philippe Maillet swapped roles with Maillet picking up UNB's 4^th goal at 17:39. Seconds later at 17:57, #22, Taylor MacDougall scored UNB's 5^th goal of the game causing the Tommies to call the first time out of the game. Fans suspected they'd switch goalies due to UNB's clear lead, but they decided to leave Teichmann in net, although no one was sure why.

    The second period started rough for UNB as STU received their first goal just one minute in. The goal was followed by several penalties for the team. The first of which was given to #21, Francis Beauvillier for tripping, followed by #18, Rob Mignardi at 3:31 for hooking. Lastly #40, Matt Petgrave joined Mignardi at 5:27 for high sticking, leaving the team to play 3 on 5. UNB managed to fight off all three penalties, but STU came back at 13:05 to score their second goal, scored unassisted by #24.

    UNB's #19, Cameron Brace quickly retaliated as he scored the teams 6^th goal at 13:19. The goal started a trend as #18, Rob Mignardi and captain #23, Cam Critchlow both scored goals at 16:08 and 18:29 bringing UNB up to an 8-2 lead.

    The third period of the game started intense as UNB's #42, Alex Wall received a penalty for interference just 58 seconds in. Just under two minutes later, after a fight for the puck, one of the two linesmen was seriously injured as he fell to the ice and was down for several moments. Unsure of what exactly happened, fans speculate that he either took a puck or stick to either mouth or nose. The speculation is purely judged by the amount of blood left on the ice when UNB's trainer managed to help him onto his feet. The play was immediately stopped and delayed for several moments. The game continued with two referees and one linesman for the remainder of the third period.

    UNB's enforcer #21, Francis Beauvillier scored their next goal at 4:46. Things then quieted down for awhile, until UNB's #18, Rob Mignardi scored his second goal of the game at 9:27. The goal was followed by #26, Tyler Carroll taking a trip to the sin bin at 12:29 for high sticking. St. Thomas               Tommies were finally put out of their misery as the game came to a close, but not before UNB managed to sneak in for their 11^th and final goal of the game at 18:36, scored by #15, Chris Caissy.

    “We want to play every game as if it's a 0-0 score all the way to the end” said Subway's player of the game #18, Rob Mignardi, and he couldn't have been more accurate regarding this game as UNB pulled out an outstanding 11-2 victory over St. Thomas.

All-Star Wall

   Fans of UNB's Varsity Reds instantly grew angry as Thayer Doyle entered the ice surface as one of two officials for the game. Die hard Reds fans sit in horror as they relive the last UNB vs SMU game Doyle was present for, waiting for the first unfair call. As the audience grows louder, Doyle wasted no time making his presence known as he called the first penalty of the game just 10 seconds in. UNB's #4, Jordan Murray was sent to the penalty box on a 2 minute boarding call, which angered fans even more.

   Assuming they'd get away with it, SMU's #71, Taylor Burke was sent to the sin bin not long after at 2:23. He received a 2 minute penalty for checking from behind, as well as a 10 minute misconduct after flattening one of UNB's players behind the UNB net. Following suit, SMU's #22, Gerrad Grant earned himself a 2 minute penalty at 4:57 for cross checking.

   Despite receiving back to back penalties, SMU determined to prove a worthy competitor, scored their first goal at 7:28. Not long after, #4, Jamie Doornbosch received his first penalty of many at 8:31, 2 minutes for hooking after pulling UNB's #22, Taylor MacDougall down to the ice on his way to the net. UNB didn't take long to make the most of the power play opportunity as they braced themselves for their first goal of the game at 9:54. After several failed shots, #19, Cameron Brace managed to slip the puck past Terriault for the goal.

   Scoring his first goal of the season, UNB's #42, Alex Wall broke the tie at 13:38, pulling UNB into the lead with a 2-1 score at the end of the first period. The goal was scored from far back, as Wall shot the puck up into the air and over the goalies shoulder; perhaps Terriault should spend a little less time on his knees.

   The second period started slow, until SMU's #4, Jamie Doornbosch took a second trip to the penalty box at 4:55 for roughing.

   Looking to pull his team farther into the lead, UNB's #15, Chris Caissy scored his first goal of the season at 7:59. The team managed to line themselves up perfectly as #26, Tyler Carroll got the rebound but was stopped by Terriault, luckily Caissy was on the other side to tap the puck into the net for UNB's third goal. Clearly on a high from UNB's goal, #42, Alex Wall earned himself a tripping penalty just 10 seconds after the goal at 8:10.

   After a long 7 minutes, SMU attempted to make a come back as they scored their second goal 15:18. The goal was scored by #18, Anthony Repaci, with #22, as well as #5 picking up the assists. Shortly after at 16:51, SMU's #4, Jamie Doornbosch returned to his second home as he received a 2 minute delay of game penalty.

   Having extra energy from the slow second period, the third period of the game started rough between the two teams. Just 16 seconds in, SMU's #22, Gerrad Grant pinned UNB's #15, Chris Caissy to the boards behind UNB's net causing roughing between both teams as a result. Grant received a 2 minute penalty for roughing after the whistle, and UNB's #42, Alex Wall received a 2 minute penalty for for holding.

   Seeking revenge for his penalty, Wall took a chance as he took a slap shot from the blue line towards the goalie at 5:36. Terriault once again dropped to his knees, as the puck shot over his shoulder and into the net for UNB's 4^th goal. UNB's enforcer, #21, Francis Beauvillier managed to get out on a breakaway at 9:06. SMU desperately attempted to catch up, but Beauvillier's skating was faster as he took on Terriault one on one to earn UNB's 5^th and final goal.

   Clearly unhappy with their pending loss, SMU's Doornsbosch once again earned himself a penalty at 12:10 for slashing, after breaking UNB's #23's stick in front of the net. As things grew intense between the teams, UNB's #8, Phillipe Halley took a hard fall in SMU's end. Halley was down and out of breath for several minutes, causing fans and team mates to worry. Fans rejoiced as he returned to his feet and left the ice surface, returning a few minutes later, seemingly unfazed from the previous fall. Both SMU's #9, Steven Shipley and UNB's #12, Peter Trainor were sentenced to the sin bin for roughing following the incident.

   The game came to a close with UNB earning a 5-2 win over the Huskies, and UNB's' #42, Alex Wall being named Subway's player of the game earning himself 3 total points with 2 goals and an assist during the 60 minutes of game play.

Varsity Reds UNBeatable

    Tempers flared early on as UNB's Varsity Reds took to the ice on Saturday, October 9^th for their season home opener. Fans were already pumped up for the game after watching the team raise the AUS banner from last season.

    Regardless of UPEI's late arrival to town due to high winds on the bridge, preventing them from crossing, UNB did not let the delay of the game affect their drive to win. The Reds scored their first goal of the game, just one minute and 42 seconds into the game, despite what should have been UPEI's first penalty of the game just 12 seconds prior. UPEI was just about to get a penalty after one of their players struck UNB's player directly in the mouth with his stick, fresh out of the face off before UNB snuck in for the goal. The goal was scored by #19, Cameron Brace and assisted by newbie #79, Marcus McIvor.

    Fans stayed on the edge of their seats as UNB's #12, Peter Trainor slid the puck past UPEI's, Mavric Parks for their second goal of the game at 4:01. The goal was assisted by the dynamic duo of Phil squared, #8, Phillipe Halley, and #16, Phillipe Maillet.

    After two more close calls for UNB, the team received their first penalty of the game at 9:17. After a pile up of players in front of their net, #8, Phillipe Halley was sent to the “sin bin” for 2 minutes on a tripping penalty. UPEI must have taken tips from UNB as they received their first penalty at12:05 as #77, David Mazurek was sent to the box on a cross checking call. The home boys didn't take long to make the most out of the power play as they scored their third goal of the game at 13:29. The goal was scored by the teams enforcer, #21, Francis Beauvillier and assisted by #18, and #15.

    After their first close call for a goal at approximately 15:00, UPEI's #9, Brent Andrews clearly didn't think much of UNB's lead, as he earned himself a two minute holding penalty. Shortly after, UNB's #12, Peter Trainor received a 2 minute slashing penalty at 17:14.

    Things got chippy at 18:18 as UNB's #28, Matt Boudens chirps a player on the UPEI side resulting in a roughing match between the two players. Luckily, no penalties were called. However at 20:00, as the period came to a close, tempers flared between the two teams resulting in a second roughing match. This time, players didn't get off so easy, as three of them partied in the penalty box for the first two minutes of the second period. UNB's #2, Randy Gazzola received a 2 minute goaltender interference penalty, joined by teammate #19, Cameron Brace for 2 minutes due to unsportsmanlike conduct. UPEI's #24, Carter Rigby also gained a 2 minute break due to an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty.

    Wanting to join the party at the gate, UNB's #40, Matt Petgrave also received a 2 minute penalty for interference just 17 seconds into the second period. Due to the power play advantage, and being two men up in a 5 on 3 play, UPEI managed to score their first goal at 0:59. The goal was scored by #9, Brent Andrews, and assisted by #7, and #86.

    UNB's #21, Francis Beauvillier earned himself a trip to the box at 4:02 on a slashing call, but the team refused to let it get them down as #2, Randy Gazzola got his revenge from his penalty earlier in the game, as he scored the fourth goal at 7:20. Maillet once again picked up an assist from the goal. A minute later, Fredericton's own #22, Taylor MacDougall scored the Red's fifth goal of the game, points for assists going out to #23, and #40.

    Clearly unhappy with UNB's back to back goals, UPEI's #8, Spencer Metcalfe sought revenge on UNB's #40, Matt Petgrave as he sent him down to the ice after a check from behind. Metcalfe immediately received a 2 minute penalty, as well as a 10 minute misconduct as a result at 11:52. Joining his buddy in the penalty box, UPEI's #21, Craig MacLauchlan earned himself a 2 minute tripping penalty shortly after.

   Having trained by watching UPEI, Peter Trainor of the Vreds took an extended visit to the sin bin at 11:52. Trainor earned himself two 2 minute penalties for cross checking and checking from behind, as well as a 10 minute misconduct. Despite being short handed, UNB's Matt's didn't let it get them down as they paired together to earn the teams sixth goal at 13:01. #40, Matt Petgrave scored, and #28, Matt Boudens picked up an assist on the play causing UPEI to switch out their goalie, sending Parks to the bench to be replaced by Connor Wilkinson. Wilkinson did his job as he stopped all shots in the remaining 7 minutes, refusing to let UNB pull any farther into the lead, causing the second period to end with a 5 goal advantage for the Vreds.

    Having done well at the end of second period, UNB used Wilkinson's confidence to their advantage as the picked up two back to back goals early on in the third period. The first was scored unassisted by #19, Cameron Brace at 1:18, followed by Phil squared at 1:34 as Halley slides the puck past, and Maillet earns his third assist of the game.

    The Panthers retaliated back quickly, as they scored their second goal at 2:14. The goal was scored by #9, Brent Andrews, assists going out to #27, and #21. Despite picking up a goal, UPEI's #8, Spence Metcalfe remained unimpressed and proved so by receiving a 2 minute check to the head penalty, and a 10 minute misconduct at 2:38. Metcalfe's misconduct resulted in a game misconduct, due to having already received a misconduct earlier in the game.

    After keeping quiet for awhile, UPEI's #25, Brock Beukeboom earned himself a 2 minute interference penalty at 6:25. Shortly after, at 9:02, UNB's Matt Petgrave, and UPEI's Nick Czinder got into a tussle, resulting in penalties for both players. Petgrave was given a 2 minute unsportsmanlike conduct penalty, and Czinder a 2 minute roughing penalty. Confused by the penalties, UNB's #19, Cameron Brace joined Petgrave in the box on a bench minor penalty for too many men on the ice at 10:15.

    After insisting to the referee that he as simply giving UPEI a hug, UNB's #4, Jordan Murray earned a 2 minute holding penalty at 14:44. Surprising to fans, it was Murray's first penalty of the game as he sat in the box with his hand on his hip in the sassy way that he does.

    Unable to pick up another goal, but unwilling to let UNB pull any farther ahead, UPEI's #77, David Mazurek was gifted a two minute interference penalty at 17:22. He was then joined by UNB's #21, Francis Beauvillier on a 2 minute slashing call at 18:30, bringing the third and final period to a close as UNB brings home their first win of the regular season, sending the Panthers packing. Having picked up a goal and an assist during the game, Phillipe Halley was crowned first star of the game, followed by Francis Beauvillier as second, and Phillipe Maillet as third.  

UNB Taylor'd the W

    Several new faces hit the ice as UNB took on McGill in their first home game of the 2015-2016 year. The Reds introduced two new goalies #93, Etienne Marcoux and #31, Alex Dubeau. They also introduced new defence #79, Marcus McIvor, and new forward #10 Stephen Anderson. In an attempt to prove his worth to his new teammates and fans, Marcoux took to net for the first game. Stopping almost 20 shots, he definitely accomplished his goal.

    No body was surprised when UNB's #4, Jordan Murray was the first person of the game to take a visit to the penalty box. However, the team was quick to retaliate, receiving their first goal of the game at 3:13. The goal was scored by #18, Rob Mignardi, and assisted by #9, Dylan Willick.

McGill was given their first penalty at 7:37, as #10 Liam Heels received a 2 minute trip to the box for a check from behind, as well as a 10 minute misconduct. Seems the refs weren't taking things lightly in this game, at least for the first period. McGill received a second penalty 5 minutes later, as #5, Francis Lambert-Lemay joined his buddy in the penalty box for 2 minutes on a cross checking call, as he sends UNB's #16 Philippe Maillet down and helmetless on the ice.

    UNB wasted no time using the power play to their advantage as they scored their second goal of the game at 13:10. The goal was scored by #12, Peter Trainor, assists going out to #4, Jordan Murray, and #16, Philippe Maillet.

    After UNB's #21, Francis Beauviller got called on a slashing penalty, McGill's #28 decided to take it personally as a shoving match broke out between the two, sending both of them to the penalty box for roughing. Playing 5 on 4, McGill used this power play to try to make a come-back as they scored their first goal of the game. The goal was scored by #6, Samuel Labrecque. However, the goal didn't cheer up McGill's #3, Gianluca Curcuruto as he heads to the penalty box 10 seconds later for high sticking. Of course, UNB's, Jordan Murray couldn't resist the urge as he mocked Curcuruto on his way there.

 

    The second period started intense as UNB's #8, Philippe Halley got out on a breakaway just two minutes in, but missed causing chaos throughout the fans. Not even a minute later, UNB's #12, Peter Trainor and McGills, #24, Alex Cheneverl both received two minute slashing penalties. Just as the penalties ended, UNB was given a second penalty as they granted #8, Philippe Halley, a 2 minute slashing penalty. Seems some players trained from Halley, as shortly after his penalty ended, UNB was given a third as #12, Peter Trainor received a 2 minute slashing penalty of his very own.

    After playing the majority of the first 10 minutes of the period short handed, UNB refused to let it get them down as the came back with to back to back goals. One scored by #8, Philippe Halley, the other by #15, Chris Caissy.

    After UNB's #4, Jordan Murray decided to raise a little hell by sending a McGill player down due to head contact, Murray was jumped from behind by two other McGill players. Clearly, no one was happy during the play, especially not the fans when Murray was the only one penalized for the fight. Murray received not only a 5 minute major penalty for head contact, but also a game misconduct, meanwhile, McGill remained untouched.

    Once again, McGill used the referees clear favoritism to their benefit as they scored their second goal of the game a minute and a half into the 5 minute penalty. The goal was scored by #11, Daniel Mine. However, UNB was quick to retaliate after McGill received a two minute interference penalty at 17:03 as UNB scored their fourth goal of the game. The goal was scored by #42, Alex Wall. Assisted by #2, and #22.

    The third and final period of the game started just as intense as the first two as tempers flared stronger. Penalties were immediately given to McGill's #11, Daniel Mine, and UNB's #21, Francis Beauviller due to roughing after the final whistle of the second period.

    Shortly after, McGill scored the first goal of the period. It was scored by #19, Mathieu Pompei, bringing the score a bit closer in an attempt to catch up with UNB's Varsity Reds. Shortly after, McGill was gifted with a two minute tripping penalty, followed by UNB receiving two penalties shortly after, both for tripping.

    It seemed as though McGill had it out for UNB's #21 Francis Beauviller, although it may have been the other way around. Either way, Beauviller was involved in yet another shoving match at 16:08. Beauviller and McGill's #28, Patrick Deliste-Houde both received two minute roughing penalties as a result.

    In a desperate attempt to save themselves, McGill pulled their goalie with just two minutes remaining in the game. However, when they received a penalty for tripping 50 seconds later, they made the decision to put their goalie back in the game. UNB sealed the deal with just over 10 seconds remaining in the game, as fan favorite #22, Taylor MacDougall scored their final goal of the game, making the final result 6-3 in their favor. No amount of penalties can keep this team down as they begin what we believe could be a long win streak.  

Eagles Soar... Away.

    Although UNB's Wednesday night game against University of Moncton was not as aggressive as anticipated by fans, UNB seemed to take the majority of their anger out on the sticks as the team collectively broke 4 sticks in the 60 minute game. The fans, also angry the moment the referees stepped foot onto the ice, took most of their anger out by yelling at the fans #1 hated referee, Thayer Doyle.

    UNB had several close calls for goals, but couldn't quite tap the puck into the net. The team was clearly upset, as UdeM took two rough hits, as a result of the disappointing lack of goals. The first penalty of the game was given to UNB's #28, Matt Boudens, a 2 minute call for inference at 11:38. Fans were brought to life as UNB's #8, Philippe Halley tripped behind UdeM's net, managing to keep the puck with him as he got back to his feet, dodging players as he helped his team kill off the power play, refusing to let the opposing team score.

    The first goal of the game was scored by UNB's #18, Rob Mignardi at 16:12. The puck was shot from the blue line, as Mignardi gained the rebound sliding the puck past the goalie to bring UNB to a 1-0 lead at the end of the first period.

    The second period started rough for UNB, as UdeM scored their first goal of the game at 2:33. The goal was scored by #28, Allain Saulnier. UNB quickly rebounded, as they scored their second goal of the game at 6:08. The second goal was also scored on a rebound shot, scored by #21 Francis Beauvillier, as he got the rebound shot from #22, Taylor MacDougall.

    Things roughened up approximately 12 minutes into the period, after UdeM's #23, Christopher Guay tried to provoke a fight between UNB's #12, Peter Trainor. After Trainor was knocked down in front of the net, Guay proceeded to keep him down by striking him on top of the head. Trainor refused to fight, as he waited for the play to be whistled dead before returning to the players bench.

UNB's #42, Alex Wall was the next to be sent to the box at 11:04 , as he received a 2 minute call for unsportsmanlike conduct. The call was made after Wall clearly began chirping the referees after they missed calling a clear hit on UNB's player. #28, Matt Boudens tried desperately to stop UdeM from scoring during the power play as he continuously stopped the puck from getting to close to the net by blocking with his knee. Although this resulted in Boudens limping off the ice in pain, he did his job at stopping the opposing team from scoring.

    UdeM's #27, Jean-Francois Plante received a 2 minute high sticking penalty at 14:53, after striking UNB's #10, Cam Braes in the jaw, causing him to drop to the ice in pain. Braes quickly shook it off after returning to the bench long enough to catch his breath, bringing the second period to an end.

    The third period of the game started rough as UdeM's #24, Samuel Groulx received a 2 minute slashing penalty just a minute and a half into the period. Disappointingly, the game died down from there, at least until 10 minutes into the game when UdeM received their second goal of the game. The goal was scored by #8, Pier-Antoine Dion. Despite UNB's #4, Jordan Murray returning to the bench in a clearly upset manner, he did little to help UNB recover as the third period continued. UdeM received 2 penalties almost back to back, as #27, Jean-Francois Plante was sent to the box at 16:39 for high sticking, followed by #4, Steve Lebel for holding, leaving UNB to play 5 on 3 for the following 26 seconds, and 5 on 4 for the remainder of the third period.

    Despite multiple chances, UNB spent far too much time passing the puck back and forth, and not near enough time trying to score as the couldn't pull out another goal in the remaining moments of the third period, sending the two rival teams into a 10 minute, sudden death over time period.

    Playing 4 on 3 for the first 14 seconds of over time, UNB, fan favourite, #4 Jordan Murray, wasted no time as he grabbed the puck fresh into the period, scoring for UNB just 10 seconds in. Fans jumped for joy, as players rushed onto the ice in celebration of the goal, and 3-2 victory over UdeM for their last home game of the regular season. Murray was made the Subway player of the game and first star, as a result of his game winning goal. UNB takes on UPEI over the weekend in PEI, before getting ready to head into the AUS playoffs later on this month. It's been a fantastic season, and there is still lots to come from the team. The playoffs are a thing you will not want to miss, but if you do, we'll have all the goods from home ice games posted right here. We'll see you then.  

Tigers Caged

    It may have been storming outside, but it was warm in the arena as things heated up between University of New Brunswick's Varsity Reds, and the Dalhousie Tigers on January 31^st.

    The game started as UNB's second goalie, #1 Chris Carrozzi took the net. The game started rough, as Dalhousie's #55, Patrick Arnold hit UNB's #10 Cam Braes from behind, causing him injury just 2 minutes and 38 seconds into the game. 5 minutes passed before Braes managed to get up off the ice, needed to be escorted off with the help of a trainer and a team-mate. Arnold was given a 5 minute major penalty, as well as a game misconduct for his actions. Just over a minute later, Dalhousie received a second penalty at 3:47 as #15, Matt English was given a 2 minute high sticking penalty.

    Despite the fact that UNB spent too much time passing the puck back and forth, and not enough time actually shooting, they scored the first goal of the game at 7:43. The goal was scored by #44, Colin Suellentrop, his first goal of the season, assisted by #24, Adrian Robinson. UNB's second goal of the game was scored on a power play after Dalhousie's #73 was sent to the box at 7:43, the same time UNB's first goal was scored, on a 2 minute high sticking call. UNB's goal was scored by #27, Dana Fraser, assisted by #16, Philippe Maillet at 8:58. Fraser may not have been with UNB long, joining the team in the second half of the season in January, but he has certainly proven himself worthy. Fans have grown to love him, as he continues to climb up the list of the team's top scorers, scoring 10 goals for UNB in the 10 games he has played with the team.

    The game continued rough as a Dalhousie player knocked UNB's #44, Colin Suellentrop into the boards. However, Suellentrop quickly got back at him as he struck him in the mouth with his stick. No penalties were called. At least not for a few moments, until UNB's #23, Cam Critchlow received a 2 minute roughing penalty at 12:16.

    UNB's #44, Colin Suellentrop was the next to be punished, or should I say the next to punish as he was given a 2 minute interference penalty after striking a Dalhousie player in the face on his way to UNB's net. He may have received a penalty, but at least he stopped the player from scoring as the first period came to a close.

    UNB started strong in the second period as Suellentrop gained the puck fresh out of the penalty box, breaking through the Dalhousie Tigers. The puck was stopped by the goalie, as Critchlow gained the rebound, also being stopped. It may not have resulted in a goal, but it certainly brought the audience to life as the period continued. 2 minutes into the period, Dalhousie's #15, Matt English gained a 2 minute trip the penalty box on an interference call after striking UNB's #19, Cameron Brace. UNB had a close call for a third goal at 8:30, however #21, Francis Beauvillier couldn't quite tap the puck into the net before the goalie covered, despite his desperate attempts. 5 minutes later, UNB managed to get that third goal they so desperately wanted. #19, Cameron Brace slid the puck past Dalhousie's goalie as he shot the puck up over his shoulder. Perhaps had the goalie stayed off his knees, he may have been able to make a save. The goal was assisted by #12, Peter Trainor and #2, Randy Gazzola.

    Dalhousie clearly did not think much of UNBs lead, as roughing began between UNBs #16, Philippe Maillet, and Dalhousie's #2, Wes Herrett. The roughing caused Maillet to lose his helmet, as he began chirping Herrett. Things escalated quickly, as Herrett grabbed Maillet by the face, pulling him to the ice and beginning to punch him, outraging fans as they yelled and screamed to the ice. The referees were clearly on Dalhousie's side, as penalties were given. UNB received 3 separate penalties, going out to Maillet, 2 minutes for slashing, #24, Adrian Robinson, 2 minutes for unsportsmanlike conduct, and a 2 minute bench minor. On top of those, Maillet and Robinson both received 10 minute misconducts. However, Dalhousie got off easy as Herrett received a 2 minute roughing penalty, and a 10 minute misconduct leaving UNB to play 3 on 5.

    Dalhousie scored 2 back to back goals, both on power plays at 18:09 and 19:02. The goals were scored by #28, Andrew Rieder and #19, Dan Joyce, both clearly assisted by the referees. Fans grew angry in the stands, as this brought the score up to 3-2 for UNB. Clearly, the referees began to favor one team over the other as the 2^nd period came to a close.

    UNB received a penalty just 20 seconds into the third period, as #28, Matt Boudens was charged for charging. Sadly, the remaining time of the third period slowed down as both teams grew tired, not making as many attempts as normal. Perhaps had they played harder, the period might have been more interesting. At 17:51, UNB pulled ahead again as they gained their 4^th goal of the game, as #8, Philippe Halley slide the puck past the goalie. Dalhousie desperate to get back into it, pulled their goalie with 30 seconds remaining, but it was too late. Why they waited until they were 2 goals down, and 30 seconds left of the game to finally make a move is beyond me.

    The game ended in a 4-2 victory for the University's Varisty Reds. Two of the three stars of the game were from UNB, #44, Colin Suellentrop as well as #8, Philippe Halley being the Subway player of the game, as well as the first star. Fans fire up, as we head into UNB's final home game of the regular season, taking place on Wednesday, February 4^th at the Aitken Centre on the UNB campus as they take on rivals University of Moncton, always making for an intense game. We hope to see you then.