Farmington, Minn. -- In a non-conference girls hockey matchup at Schmitz-Maki Arena in Farmington, the Farmington Tigers secured a non-conference victory over the Blake Bears with a final score of 4-1 on January 16. The game showcased a strategic battle between the two teams, highlighting key plays and player performances.
The first period saw an early lead by the Blake Bears, with Bryn Heinmiller netting a goal at 7:02, assisted by Izzie Miller and Talia Malone. However, Farmington quickly responded, leveling the score at 1-1 with Kennedy Meier finding the back of the net on a power play at 9:40. Taylor Risch added another goal for Farmington at 11:55, ending the period with a 2-1 lead.
In the second period, Farmington continued to dominate the game, extending their lead to 3-1. Jenna Goblirsch scored at 8:30, assisted by Amelia Goblirsch and Morgan Mitchell. The Blake Bears struggled to answer back, resulting in Farmington maintaining control of the game.
The final period sealed the victory for Farmington, as they secured their fourth goal at 15:55. Amelia Goblirsch scored an empty-net goal, solidifying Farmington's 4-1 triumph over the Blake Bears. The Tigers' effective power play, converting at 100%, played a crucial role in their success. Despite Farmington's penalties totaling 12 minutes on 6 infractions, their strong offensive performance and solid defense secured the decisive victory.
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