Wednesday December 22 (D final)
L.Panetta scores late tie breaker, Armadillos even up their series with Punishers
(3)Punishers vs Armadillos(5) Game 2
L.Panetta was at the right place at the right time for the Armadillos. Panetta scored the tie breaking goal late in the third period and the Armadillos beat the Punishers to even the series at one game apiece. It was clear that every single player came to play for the Armadillos. From-the drop of the ball, they fore checked, they went to the net, they played hard in their own end and got big saves-from C.Stavriadis. Both sides played even through two periods leaving only the final frame for someone to crack. That’s were L.Pantetta came up clutch netting his first of two to cap off a 5-3 decision. G.Bouchard played a huge offensive role as well scoring twice in the second period. Even though the Armadillos knew what their primary game plan was, P.Karvouriaris and C.Gingras still got their way participating in all three goals. But, it’s the end result that counts and the Armadillos are glad to have forced a third and deciding game.
L.Pantetta strikes early, C.Stavriadis earns shutout, Armadillos champions of D Wednesday/Thursday division
(1)Armadillos vs Punishers(0) Game 3
Thanks to C.Stavriadis and another stellar defensive performance, the Armadillos reached the finish line first to claim the D Wednesday/Thursday division championship. Again, L.Panetta came through notching the games lone goal, giving C.Stavriadis all the offensive support needed to cap off the series. After they got that early tally, the Armadillos just kept pushing while putting their bodies on the line blocking shots. It was a text book game three final for a team that put it all on the line. This time, they managed to contain the Punishers lethal weapons allowing only five shots in fifteen minutes. By playing relentless defense, the opportunities were limited for the Punishers. The importance of that first goal paid dividends, especially in this type of series where both teams can shut you down. There was a reason why the Armadillos finished on top of this division with so many competitive opponents. They solidified their status as the best team of the division winning it in the regular season and more important in the post season. On behalf of Hockeyballe.com, congratulations go out to John Kontitsis and the Armadillos for winning the D division.
The SalumiVino player of the night goes to Luca Panetta of the Armadillos. What more can you ask-from a player that gets you two consecutive clutch goals at the most important stage of the game.
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