The Johnstown Tomahawks fell to the New Jersey Titans by a final score of 6-2 on Saturday night.
The opening period between the Johnstown Tomahawks and the New Jersey Titans began at a more measured pace. Yet, it was New Jersey who managed to score with just seven minutes left on the clock. Despite the Tomahawks having their opportunities, the Titans held a 1-0 advantage as the first period concluded.
Both teams had ample opportunities during the second period. New Jersey capitalized on one such chance, increasing their lead to 2-0 against the Johnstown Tomahawks. Making a comeback from injury, Justin Gibson made his mark by scoring against the Tomahawks, narrowing the Titans’ lead to 2-1 with assists from Will Lawrence and Lukas Klemm. As the period concluded, the Tomahawks trailed 2-1. Johnstown’s goaltender, Zack Ferris, stopped 22 of the 24 shots on goal throughout the initial 40 minutes of play.
New Jersey would open scoring in the third period taking a 3-1 lead over the Johnstown Tomahawks. But, reigning NAHL East Division Star of the Week would find the back of the net cutting the Titans lead in half with his goal assisted by Zach Aben and Will Moore. However, the rest of the period would not go the Tomahawk’s way. New Jersey would go on to score three unanswered goals and go on to defeat the Johnstown Tomahawks by a final score of 6-2.
The Johnstown Tomahawks will continue their road trip to Maryland next weekend to face the Black Bears for the regular season finale. Games will be played Friday at 7:00 PM and Saturday at 6:30 PM and will be broadcasted live on NAHLTV. The Johnstown Tomahawks have secured home ice for round of the Robertson Cup Playoffs! Dates and Times can be found on our social media accounts, our oppentent has not been declared yet. Tickets will go on sale this Wednesday, April 3rd at 10:00 AM. Tickets can be purchased by stopping in the Tomahawks main office or on our website. Tomahawks season ticket holders can expect to receive an email this week in regards to playoff ticket protocol. As always stay up to date with your Johnstown Tomahawks by following us on social media.