URGENT UPDATE: The No. 15 St. Thomas men’s hockey team snatched a thrilling 3-2 overtime victory against Bowling Green on Friday night, thanks to a decisive goal from Nick Williams midway through extra time. This latest win marks the Tommies’ 12th victory in their last 13 games, showcasing their determination and skill on the ice.
The game unfolded dramatically at Bowling Green, where the Tommies faced adversity, trailing twice throughout the contest. Nathan Pilling ignited the scoring for St. Thomas with a power-play goal at 18:33 of the first period, leveling the score at 1-1 as the teams headed into the first intermission.
Just 54 seconds into the second period, Bowling Green regained the lead, making it 2-1, but the Tommies weren’t done yet. Pilling struck again, netting his second power-play goal to tie the game at 2-2 with less than 12 minutes remaining in the period.
As the third period concluded without further scoring, the tension mounted until Williams delivered the golden goal in overtime, leaving the Falcons stunned and the Tommies celebrating.
In goal, Carsen Musser showcased his prowess with 25 saves, securing the win and bolstering St. Thomas’ position in the CCHA standings. With an overall record of 18-8-3 and 15-4-2 in conference play, the Tommies now lead the CCHA by five points over Augustana and Michigan Tech, who also faced off on Friday night.
Bowling Green, now at 14-7-6 overall and 11-5-3 in the CCHA, will have a chance for redemption as they host St. Thomas again at 5:07 PM on Saturday, with the game available for viewing on CCHATV.
Fans and supporters are eager to see if the Tommies can maintain their winning streak in this intense rivalry. The momentum is palpable, and the stakes are high as both teams gear up for another electrifying showdown on the ice. Don’t miss what promises to be another thrilling game!
