Omaha Mavericks' Second Period Push Falls Short Against Miami (OH) RedHawks at Steve Cady Arena

First Period

The Nebraska-Omaha Mavericks faced off against the Miami (OH) RedHawks at the Steve Cady Arena in a challenging matchup. The game began with the RedHawks taking control early, scoring 3 goals in the first period while keeping the Mavericks scoreless. This initial surge set a tough stage for Omaha, who struggled to find their rhythm against a dominant home team.

Second Period

In the second period, Omaha showed signs of life as they managed to break through Miami's defense. Tyler Rollwagen and Samuel Huo were instrumental in this effort, contributing significantly to their team's offensive plays. The Mavericks scored 1 goal during this period, narrowing the gap slightly as they tried to mount a comeback. However, Miami responded with another goal of their own, maintaining their lead and showcasing strong defensive capabilities.

Third Period

The final period saw both teams battling intensely on ice. The Mavericks continued their pursuit with another goal added to their tally by Chase LaPinta, bringing some hope for an upset. Despite these efforts and an improved performance from goalie Dawson Cowan who made several crucial saves throughout the game, Omaha couldn't close the gap further as Miami scored twice more before time expired.

Ultimately, Nebraska-Omaha fell short with a final score of 6-2 in favor of Miami (OH). This result leaves Omaha's record at 2-6 while boosting Miami's standing significantly.

Looking ahead, fans can catch Nebraska-Omaha back on home ice when they face Colorado College Tigers at Baxter Arena on January 23rd at 8:00 PM EST. Be sure not to miss it! Share this article with fellow fans and keep supporting your team!