07.05.05 Game Report vs The Lightning

With subs Sarah Burdett, Mike Roberts, and Brent Warren making their summer debuts, the Gators took on the skilled Lightning.

The Lightning took a quick 1 goal lead, until the Gators struck back quickly with 2 goals by Brent Warren and Dave Perkins.

Tom Savage followed that up with a great effort with an assist from Jerry.

Brian Mellor scored next on a pretty assist by Sarah. The Lightning then scored to bring them within two.

Brent finished the scoring with a beautiful breakway goal on a great feed from Roberts.

The Lightning scored one more time, but the door was then shut.

Dave finished off the Gators' hard work with a one-punch knockdown after taking a cheap shot elbow to the head after a whistle.

A great team effort with a shortened bench and much humidity.

Scoring

Warren from Perkins
Perkins from ?
Savage from Jerry Suplicki
Mellor from Burdett
Warren from Roberts

Tonight's 3 Stars

First Star - Jerry - was steady and made the big save when need be (plus, got an assist!)

Second Star - Dave Perkins - as always a rock on defence and got a "Gordie Howe hat trick"

Third Star - Brent Warren - timely goals and moved the puck well