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Brock Badgers Women’s Hockey Dominates School Day Game with 5-1 Victory

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In a School Day Game at Canada Games Park on Friday, Nov. 17, the Brock Badgers women’s hockey team showcased their prowess on the ice, securing a decisive 5-1 victory against the TMU Bold. The arena buzzed with energy as six schools gathered to support their respective teams, creating an electric atmosphere for players, coaches and fans alike. 

Sophomore forward Jenna Duarte emerged as the star of the game, delivering a standout performance with two goals and one assist. Duarte’s contributions marked her best game in a Badger uniform, elevating her season point total to an impressive five points. 

The Badgers wasted no time in setting the tone, with Duarte capitalizing on a breakaway opportunity in the first period. Sprung into action by Madeline Nicholson after successfully killing a penalty, Duarte executed a highlight-reel deke, securing a 1-0 lead for Brock. 

Building on their momentum in the second period, the Badgers continued to apply pressure, extending their lead. Allison Stevenson capitalized on a two-on-one, finishing off a beautiful pass from Duarte to put the Badgers up 2-0. Later, on the power play, fourth-year forward Catriona Cormier’s shot from the point resulted in a rebound goal by junior forward Madison Cronkwright, further solidifying Brock’s dominance with a 3-0 lead. 

Although TMU managed to narrow the gap with an early third-period goal, the Badgers swiftly responded. Duarte, showcasing her scoring prowess once again and Claudia Murphy, with her fourth goal of the season sealed the deal for Brock, securing the 5-1 victory. 

In the net, goaltender Kenzie Harmison stood tall, making 30 saves throughout the game. The Smith Falls, Ont., native has been instrumental in Brock’s recent success, guiding the team to a two-game winning streak and boasting five wins for the season. 

The scoring summary highlighted Duarte’s impact, with her goals and assists prominently featured. The power play proved crucial for the Badgers, converting on two of their four opportunities, while Harmison’s strong goaltending denied the Bold on all three power plays. 

The penalty summary showcased the game’s intensity, with both teams engaging in physical play. Despite multiple penalties, the Badgers successfully navigated through penalty kills, demonstrating their resilience on both ends of the ice. 

With this convincing victory, the Brock Badgers women’s hockey team continues to impress, building momentum and showcasing their potential as serious contenders in the league. As the season progresses, fans can undoubtedly expect more thrilling performances from this talented and determined squad. 

For more information on the Brock women’s hockey team, visit gobadgers.ca. 

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