Wolves Premier Battle to Shootout in Thrilling Contest Against Red Bank Generals

Red Bank, NJ – The West Chester Wolves Premier team showcased resilience and offensive firepower in a back-and-forth clash against the Red Bank Generals on Sunday night at the Red Bank Armory Ice Complex. Despite a valiant effort, the Wolves fell in a shootout by a final score of 7-6.

The Wolves got off to a slow start, with the Generals capitalizing on their opportunities to take a 3-0 lead in the first period. However, West Chester responded in spectacular fashion in the second frame, scoring five goals to turn the game on its head.

Aidan Urie opened the scoring for the Wolves just over three minutes into the second period, converting assists from Danil Nikiforov and Nathan Lavallee. Jacob Emmanuel, Thomas Normandin, and Yianni Tsatsoulis followed with goals of their own, as the Wolves took control of the momentum. Nikiforov capped off the explosive period with a power-play goal, assisted by Max McKay and Braydon Webster.

Red Bank refused to back down, answering with a goal of their own late in the second period and adding two more in the third to knot the score. West Chester regained the lead with less than a minute remaining in regulation, as Webster buried a clutch goal assisted by Urie and Finn McGolrick.

The Generals tied the game once again with just seconds to go, forcing overtime and eventually a shootout. Wolves goaltender Anthony Golden stood tall in the extra frame, making key saves to give his team a chance. However, Red Bank secured the victory in the shootout with a single goal.

The Wolves' balanced attack featured contributions from across the lineup, with six different players lighting the lamp. Nikiforov led the way with a goal and two assists, while McKay, Urie, and Webster each added multi-point performances.