Tommies Edge Tigers in Thrilling Shootout Victory

The St. Thomas University Tommies secured a dramatic 5-4 victory over the Dalhousie Tigers in a nail-biting shootout on home ice. The game showcased relentless determination, clutch performances, and thrilling moments that kept fans on the edge of their seats.

The Tommies struck first when Tahlia Mallaley opened the scoring, igniting the crowd with an early lead. However, the Tigers responded quickly as Emma Robertson netted her first of the night to tie the game. The Tommies regained momentum when Jordan Chaulk made it 2-1, and Claire Nimegeers extended the lead to 3-1 before the end of the first period.

Dalhousie clawed their way back into contention in the second period, with Emma Robertson scoring her second goal to narrow the gap to 3-2.

In the third period, the Tommies struck again with a goal from Katelin Moffatt, putting them ahead 4-2. The Tigers refused to back down, as Natasha Falk answered with a goal, and with just 30 seconds remaining in regulation, Abby Larkin capitalized on a power play to tie the game at 4-4, forcing overtime.

After a tense and scoreless overtime period, the game was decided in a shootout. Katie Sweeney made a crucial save, sealing the victory for the Tommies and sending the home fans into celebration.

Emma Robertson and Katelin Moffatt earned the game's three stars for their stellar performances. The Tommies' hard-fought win demonstrated their resilience and ability to rise to the occasion in high-pressure moments.