The Johnstown Tomahawks emerged victorious with a 4-3 win over the Northeast Generals on Sunday evening, securing a weekend sweep.
In the initial period, the Northeast Generals took charge, being the sole team to score, securing a 2-0 lead over the Tomahawks after the first period of play
As both teams took to the ice for the second period, they were both eager to secure two crucial points. Chase Sandhu managed to break the ice for the Tomahawks, scoring his third goal of the season with an assist from Tomas Vleck. Nevertheless, the Generals quickly responded by scoring another goal, extending their lead to 3-1. Captain Zach Aben then narrowed the deficit by netting a goal, with assists from Will Lawrence and Nick White, bringing the score to 3-2 in favor of the Generals. The Tomahawks headed to the locker room trailing by a single goal.
As the final crucial period commenced, the Tomahawks acted swiftly. Merely 10 seconds into the third period, Will Moore capitalized on a power-play opportunity, leveling the game at 3 with assists from Justin Gibson and Zach Aben. Then, with nine minutes remaining in regulation, Moore struck again, propelling the Tomahawks into the lead at 4-3, supported by assists from Jaden Johnson and Justin Rapp.
Despite the Generals’ belief in scoring a game-tying goal just two minutes before the end, video replay disallowed the goal. Goaltender Jacob Osborne sustained his exceptional performance, making 34 saves out of 37 shots throughout the evening’s contest. Ultimately, the Johnstown Tomahawks clinched a 4-3 victory over the Northeast Generals.
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