Fredericton, NB Ekaterina Pelowich's hat-trick led STU Tommies to a 4-1 victory over the MTA Mounties, showcasing her dominance on the ice during Pride Night at Grant Harvey Centre.

Tommies captain, Ekaterina Pelowich, set the tone early in the first period by netting the opening goal, putting her team ahead 1-0 (Min 04:32). Pelowich continued her stellar performance in the second period, adding another goal in a PP assisted by Aislynn Byers and extending the lead to 2-0 (Min 07:30).

The Mounties fought back in the third period, with Ocean Asham scoring a goal (unassisted) to narrow the gap to 2-1 (Min 03:48). 

However, Ekaterina Pelowich wasn't finished yet. On a power play opportunity, she completed a hat trick, securing a 3-1 lead for the Tommies (Min 13:54). Claire Nimegeers sealed the deal with a fourth goal (unassisted), securing a 4-1 victory for the Tommies (Min 16:20). 

The Mounties faced another defeat, while the Tommies bounced back from a recent away loss against X with a triumphant home win. Looking ahead, the Tommies will clash with the Huskies tomorrow Saturday, February 3rd, while the Mounties next challenge is set for February 9th against UdeM.

Reflecting on the game, Ekaterina Pelowich, now tied with Polurde for the league's leading goals, commented, "I think we battled really hard all the way until the end. It's rewarding; we have been putting a lot of effort into practices, tomorrow will be a big game. We are right behind SMU, but I think tonight's victory should help for tomorrow as well. Hopefully, we can get a win and keep the momentum going." 

Recap by Martin Carvajal - STU Athletics

Photo by SRM Photography