New Hampshire Wildcats Edge Dartmouth Big Green in Overtime Showdown at Whittemore Center Arena

The New Hampshire Wildcats secured a hard-fought victory against the Dartmouth Big Green with a final score of 3-2. This win improves the Wildcats' record to 1-0, while the Big Green fall to 0-1. The game took place at Whittemore Center Arena, where both teams displayed determination and skill.

First Period

The opening period saw the Wildcats take an early lead with a goal from forward Morgan Winters. His precise shot found its way past Dartmouth's defense, setting the tone for an intense matchup. The Wildcats' defense, led by Josh Player and Nick De Angelis, held strong against several offensive pushes from the Big Green.

Second Period

In the second period, both teams continued their aggressive play. The Wildcats extended their lead with another goal by Ryan MacPherson, showcasing his agility and scoring prowess. However, Dartmouth responded swiftly as they managed to break through New Hampshire's defense and netted their first goal of the game.

Third Period

As tension mounted in the third period, neither team could find an advantage until late when Dartmouth equalized with a well-executed play that caught New Hampshire off guard. Despite numerous attempts from both sides to clinch victory in regulation time, solid goaltending kept additional goals at bay.

Overtime

Overtime proved decisive for New Hampshire as they capitalized on a crucial opportunity created by Cy LeClerc's deft maneuvering around defenders before delivering a perfect pass to Kristaps Skrastins who sealed the win for his team with precision shooting.

This matchup was filled with intensity throughout each phase of play; it truly encapsulated what fans expect during such encounters between these two competitive teams - making it one worth remembering!

Fans can look forward to more action when New Hampshire hosts Colgate Raiders on January 3rd at Whittemore Center Arena starting at 7:00 PM EST; be sure not miss out watching live or catching highlights post-game online! Share this article if you enjoyed reading about this exciting clash between these talented squads!