Game 1 (1/10/2025) - In an intense face-off at Redford Ice Arena on January 10, 2025, the Lawrence Tech Blue Devils showcased resilience and teamwork, resulting in a 4-4 tie against the Calvin Knights in an American Collegiate Hockey Association game. The game was a rollercoaster for the Blue Devils, who initially found themselves trailing by three goals after the first period.
The second period marked a dramatic turnaround for Lawrence Tech, as they outscored Calvin 4-0. Key contributions came from
Luke Radu,
Caleb Doll,
Guillermo Hernandez, and
Josh Pedersen who each found the back of the net in the second period. Assists from
Benjamin De Haas,
Alex Grove,
Trevor Losier,
Nicklas Oda, and
Tommy Walsh were critical in the comeback, providing the necessary support to tilt the game in Lawrence Tech's favor momentarily. Lawrence Tech's goaltender
Timothy Young was pivotal throughout the game, facing numerous shots on goal.
Despite a fiery comeback, Calvin evened the score in the third period, making the final score reflect the intensity of the competition.The penalty minutes were notably higher for Lawrence Tech, recording 27 minutes on 7 infractions compared to Calvin's 2 minutes on 1 infraction.
Both teams had power play opportunities, with Calvin converting 1 out of 7 and Lawrence Tech managing none from their sole attempt. The game demonstrated not just the skill and determination of both teams, but also the gritty nature of college hockey at its best. The Blue Devils will look to build on this performance in their upcoming games, leveraging their strong offensive and defensive plays highlighted in this game.
Game 2 (1/11/2025) - The Lawrence Tech Blue Devils showcased their strength on the ice with a solid victory against the Calvin Knights on January 11, 2025, at the Eagles Ice Center. In a gripping ACHA Non Conference hockey encounter, the Blue Devils triumphed with a final score of 4-1, maintaining their unbeaten streak this season.
The game began with an intense but scoreless first period, reflecting the defensive tactics deployed by both teams. However, the action picked up in the second period when Lawrence Tech's
Logan Barnes, supported by an assist from
Will Jentz, managed to break the deadlock. Shortly after,
Caleb Doll widened the lead with a goal assisted by
Gavin Holmes and
Luke Radu. By the end of the second period, the Blue Devils held a 2-1 lead over the Knights.
In the final period, the Blue Devils sealed their victory with two more goals. Patrick McGowan found the net with an assist from
Tate Wright, followed by
Alex Grove, who scored with another assist from
Gavin Holmes, marking his second assist of the night. The formidable defensive display was anchored by goalie
Griffin Foster, who was instrumental in maintaining the lead once Lawrence Tech took control of the game.
The game-winning goal came from
Logan Barnes early in the second period, setting the tone for the rest of the encounter. The Blue Devils now look forward to their next game against Indiana University at Redford Ice Arena on January 24, 2025, as they continue to build on their impressive record of 18 wins, zero losses, and two draws. As they prepare for their next challenge, the team remains focused on maintaining their top form in the ACHA.