The Brookfield Stars get 5 – 4 win over Bayport in Friday night thriller.
BOTTOM LINE: The stars had an impressive first couple periods with a 4-2 lead going into the 3rd. Then Bayport makes a push scoring 2 unanswered goals in the third forcing overtime! In the first period of overtime, Hamilton Senior and Stars Forward Connor Hillig from scored a goal to secure the 5 – 4 win for the Stars
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Stars come out the gate with a strong start. Scoring a goal not even 2 minutes into the first period.
- Bayport comes back after being down early to end the period 2-2
- Stars go up 2 to end the 2nd but then are struck back forcing OT.
- Stars score 26 seconds into overtime from a faceoff to get the win
WHAT’S NEXT?: The Stars take on Lack Forest Academy prep this next Monday at home. Watch the boys show out at the Ponds of Brookfield on Monday January 20th at 2:30 pm.
PLAYER’S THOUGHT: “ It was a great team win, and I think we responded under pressure. We had a tough third period, but luckily we came through when it counted most. Despite some challenging moments everyone kept their heads in it and fought hard. We remained calm and focused, working together as a unit. The win was a total team effort—each player contributed, and it was an exciting finish that really showcased our abilities.” Said Wauwatosa West senior Preston Slater.
OUR THOUGHTS: While Bayport is a good team with a 3-1-1 conference record, the Stars are ranked among the top of the state with a 5-0 conference record. The Stars were expected to get the win in a competitive game, and they did not disappoint.
FOR THE BOOKS: 13 wins, 0 losses
EXTRA, EXTRA!
Watch a stream of the full game here
