Game Summary: Kemptville 73’s @ Nepean Raiders
Date: Wednesday December 13th, 2023
Location: Nepean Sportsplex
Final Score: Kemptville 73’s 6, Nepean Raiders 3
In an action-packed game at the Nepean Sportsplex – Yzerman Arena on December 13, 2023, the Kemptville 73’s emerged victorious with a 6-3 win against the Nepean Raiders. The first period set the tone for the high-scoring affair, with Nepean’s Freel opening the scoring at 1:35. Kemptville quickly responded with Melvin’s power-play goal at 3:57, and Melvin continued his scoring spree with two shorthanded goals at 16:06 and 17:12. Penalties piled up during this period, including high sticking for Paron of Nepean and a double spearing penalty for McDougall of Kemptville.
In the second period, Kemptville’s Trottier extended their lead with a shorthanded goal at 16:15. Both teams faced penalties, including slashing for Thomas of Kemptville, tripping for Sinani of Nepean, and holding for Sweetapple of Kemptville.
The third period saw Nepean’s Houben scoring at 3:18, but Kemptville maintained control with Trottier adding another goal at 6:46. Nepean responded with a power-play goal from Mario Scalise at 14:13, but Kemptville sealed the victory with O’Doherty’s goal at 19:22. Penalties continued in the third, including hooking for Trottier of Kemptville and double kneeing penalties for Redmond. Shots on goal were evenly matched at 37 for both teams, and Kemptville capitalized on one of their power play opportunities, going 1 for 2, while Nepean struggled with a 1-for-7 power play. In goal, Biron of Kemptville made 34 saves out of 37 shots, securing the win against McEwan of Nepean, who made 31 saves out of 37 shots. The game concluded with Kemptville celebrating a well-earned 6-3 victory.
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Game Summary: Kemptville 73’s Vs Brockville Braves
Date: Sunday December 17th, 2023
Location: North Grenville Municipal Centre
Final Score: Kemptville 73’s 4, Brockville Braves 2
In an exciting matchup at the North Grenville Municipal Centre on Sunday, December 17, 2023, the Kemptville 73’s emerged victorious against the Brockville Braves with a final score of 4-2.
The game showcased Kemptville’s offensive prowess early on in the 1st period, with Bennett opening the scoring on the power play at 1:32, swiftly followed by Melvin’s goal at 9:28. Despite Brockville’s Sutton responding with a goal at 16:19, Kemptville maintained control. The 2nd period saw a power-play goal from Brockville’s Eccleston at 4:13, but Kemptville quickly answered with goals from Trottier at 7:23 and O’Doherty at 19:59, securing a 4-2 lead.
Both teams faced penalties in a physical 3rd period, but neither managed to change the score. Kemptville’s disciplined defense and effective penalty kill contributed to their success. The final shots on goal favored Kemptville 34-26, showcasing their offensive pressure throughout the game.
In goal, Riff of the Brockville Braves faced 34 shots, making 30 saves, while Ilecki of the Kemptville 73’s turned away 24 of the 26 shots he faced. Kemptville’s balanced performance, especially in the early periods, and effective special teams play ultimately secured their triumph over the Brockville Braves in this gripping hockey showdown.
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