Dartmouth Big Green's Resilient Effort Falls Short Against Colgate Raiders at Class of 1965 Arena

In a challenging encounter at the Class of 1965 Arena, Dartmouth Big Green faced off against the Colgate Raiders. The game concluded with a scoreline of 5-2 in favor of the home team, leaving Dartmouth with a record of 0-1 while Colgate improved to 1-0.

First Period

The opening period saw the Raiders take an early lead, netting two goals. Despite Dartmouth's efforts to break through Colgate's defense, they were unable to find the back of the net. The period ended with Colgate holding a solid advantage.

Second Period

The second period brought some hope for Dartmouth as they managed to score their first goal. Forward Hank Cleaves was instrumental in this effort, showcasing his skill and determination on the ice. However, Colgate responded swiftly with two more goals, maintaining their dominance and extending their lead.

Third Period

In the final period, both teams added one goal each to their tally. Defenseman Tim Busconi played a crucial role for Dartmouth by stabilizing their defense and contributing offensively when possible. Despite these efforts and an improved performance from goalie Emmett Crouteau who made several key saves throughout the game, it wasn't enough to overcome Colgate’s stronghold.

As fans reflect on this match-up between these competitive teams—Dartmouth Big Green vs Colgate Raiders key moments—it is clear that while there were flashes of brilliance from players like Hank Cleaves and Tim Busconi; consistency across all periods will be essential moving forward.

Looking ahead: The next challenge awaits as Dartmouth prepares for another exciting clash against Union (NY) Garnet Chargers at Thompson Arena on January 30th at 7:00 PM EST where fans can catch all action live or tune into local broadcasts available online or via cable networks!

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