Friday April 6 (Semi finals)
(6)National vs Devil Dawgz(2) Game 1
Devil Dawgz can't match up National's determination
The more time passed, the more National got stronger in their convincing 6-2 win over the Devil Dawgz. They just looked deeper and more dangerous by utilising their speed .The Devi Dawgz knew they were in a whole lot of trouble when S.Laplante beat the clock by only five seconds to provide his club a 3-1 lead. That goal sparked three more to come in the third period with Y.Lamarche bagging a pair. Unless the Devil Dawgz formulate a game plan to slow National down, this series win end in two.
(5)Bramabulls vs Chiefs(3) shootout, Game 1
Chiefs storm back in third, but fall in shootout
After protecting a two goal lead in the third period, a slight breakdown by the Bramabulls led to a pair of unanswered goals. The Chiefs battled hard and got rewarded thanks to a tap in goal by S.Koulieris and a blistering slap shot-from E.Colella. But regardless the comeback, the job wasn't done yet. Both sides had to endure the anxiety of relying on their goaltenders and skilled players to take the breakaways. In tonight's case, the Bramabulls out duelled the Chiefs. J.Morina came in with hard wrist shot beating S.Pare blocker side while D.Lonardi used a sneaky fake move to close out the deal. Unfortunately for the Chiefs, they just couldn't figure out G.Follano, and will now need to wait a whole week in hopes of settling the score.
The SalumiVino player of the night goes to Gerry Follano of the Bramabulls. The net minder never once flinched denying two shootout attempts while making key saves during the match.
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