Lindenwood Lions Roar Back in Third Period to Overcome Alaska Fairbanks Nanooks at Carlson Center

The Lindenwood Lions emerged victorious with a 7-4 win over the Alaska Fairbanks Nanooks, improving their record to 1-0. The Nanooks, on the other hand, now stand at 0-1. The game took place at the Carlson Center in Fairbanks, where both teams displayed competitive spirit.

First Period

The opening period saw the home team, Alaska Fairbanks Nanooks, take an early lead by scoring twice. Their aggressive play and solid defense kept the Lions from finding any success on offense. Despite several attempts by Lindenwood's forwards like Patrick Schmiedlin and Giovanni Morneau, they were unable to penetrate the Nanooks' defense.

Second Period

In the second period, Lindenwood began to find their rhythm. They managed to score three goals while allowing only one from Alaska Fairbanks. This shift was largely due to strategic plays orchestrated by Jake Delaney and Brody Mortensen on defense that helped transition into offensive opportunities for players like Charles Savoie and Olivier Houde.

Third Period

The final period was where Lindenwood truly shined. Scoring four goals against a single response from Alaska Fairbanks turned the tide decisively in favor of Lindenwood. Klayton Knapp's performance as goalie was instrumental during this period as he made crucial saves that prevented any comeback attempts by the Nanooks.

This victory not only highlights what went wrong for Lindenwood Lions initially but also showcases their ability to adapt and overcome challenges during gameplay. For fans interested in a detailed breakdown of player performances and tactics used during this match-up, checking out post-game thoughts Lindenwood Lions might provide further insights.

Looking ahead, fans can catch more action when Lindenwood visits Stonehill Skyhawks at Bridgewater Ice Arena on February 6th at 7:00 PM EST. Be sure not to miss it!

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