Penn State Hockey Vs Notre Dame
The Nittany Lions of Penn State hockey team faced the Fighting Irish of Notre Dame in a highly anticipated college ice hockey game. The match took place on February 12, 2021, at the Compton Family Ice Arena in Notre Dame, Indiana. Penn State and Notre Dame are both members of the Big Ten conference, making this game an important match for both teams.
The Game
The game started with both teams playing aggressively, with Penn State leading the way. Penn State dominated the first period, outshooting Notre Dame 11-6, and scoring two goals. The first goal was scored by Alex Limoges, who was assisted by Nate Sucese and Paul DeNaples. The second goal was scored by Clayton Phillips, who was assisted by Evan Bell and Connor MacEachern.
Notre Dame, on the other hand, struggled to find their rhythm in the first period. They managed to score one goal, which came from Alex Steeves, who was assisted by Nick Leivermann and Trevor Janicke. The first period ended with Penn State leading 2-1.
The second period saw Notre Dame coming back strong, with Alex Steeves scoring his second goal of the game, assisted by Trevor Janicke and Nick Leivermann. At this point, the game was tied at 2-2, and both teams continued to play aggressively. The second period ended with no further goals.
The third and final period saw Penn State rising to the occasion and playing with renewed energy. Penn State managed to score two more goals, one by Clayton Phillips, his second of the game, assisted by Kevin Wall and Alex Limoges. The other goal was scored by Christian Sarlo, who was assisted by Connor MacEachern and Clayton Phillips.
Notre Dame continued to fight hard, but they were unable to score any more goals in the third period. The game ended with Penn State winning 4-2, earning them an important victory in the Big Ten conference.
The Players
Both teams had standout players who contributed to the game's outcome. For Penn State, Clayton Phillips was the star player, scoring two goals and assisting on another. Alex Limoges also had a great game, scoring a goal and assisting on another. Christian Sarlo and Alex Stevens each scored one goal for their respective teams.
Notre Dame had a solid game from Alex Steeves, who scored both of their goals. Nick Leivermann and Trevor Janicke assisted on both of Steeves' goals.
The Importance of the Game
The game between Penn State and Notre Dame was an important match for both teams in the Big Ten conference. Penn State desperately needed a win to improve their chances of making the conference playoffs, while Notre Dame wanted to maintain their position at the top of the table. The victory for Penn State moved them to fifth place in the conference standings, while Notre Dame remained in third place.
Conclusion
The game between Penn State and Notre Dame was a highly entertaining and competitive match. Both teams played with aggression and determination, but ultimately, Penn State emerged as the victors. The win was important for Penn State's conference playoff hopes, while Notre Dame will be looking to bounce back in their next game. Overall, the game showcased the talent and skill of both teams, and it was a pleasure to watch for college ice hockey fans.
