Apple Valley, Minn. -- In a thrilling girls hockey matchup at the Apple Valley Sports Arena on Thursday night, the Farmington Tigers secured a hard-fought victory in overtime, defeating the Eastview Lightning 2-1. The win marked a crucial turnaround for the Tigers, snapping a brief two-game losing streak. Throughout the season, Farmington had not experienced a losing streak exceeding two games, showcasing their resilience.
The scoring action unfolded in the first period, with Farmington's #26 Morgan Mitchell finding the back of the net at 3:06, scoring at even strength with an assist from #9 Katie Klotz. Eastview responded later in the period, with #20 Ellie Groebner capitalizing on a power play opportunity at 7:38, assisted by #18 Jaden Slominski.
As the game progressed into the second and third periods, neither team managed to alter the scoreline, resulting in a deadlock. The intensity heightened in overtime, and it took only 21 seconds for Farmington's Mitchell to strike again, securing the victory for the Tigers. Mitchell's decisive goal was assisted by #15 Jenna Goblirsch and #16 Amelia Goblirsch.
Farmington faced three power-play opportunities but was unable to convert, finishing 0 for 3 at 0.0%. Eastview, on the other hand, capitalized on one of their four power-play chances, achieving a 25.0% success rate. The shot totals reflected a closely contested game, with Farmington recording 27 shots and Eastview closely behind with 31.
Penalties played a role in the physicality of the game, with Farmington accumulating 10 minutes on five infractions, while Eastview incurred 8 minutes on four infractions. The Tigers' victory showcased their ability to bounce back and maintain their competitive edge, securing a pivotal win on the ice.
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