Game 1 (1/24/2025) - In a challenging WHAC Conference Game at Redford Ice Arena on January 24, 2025, the Lawrence Tech Blue Devils faced a tough defeat against the University of Michigan-Dearborn Wolverines with a final score of 4-1. The Blue Devils, who represent Lawrence Tech with their distinctive mascot, started the game on the back foot, trailing 3-0 after the first period. The Wolverines extended their lead in the second period, despite a spirited response from Lawrence Tech that saw them scoring their only goal of the night.
As the game progressed, contributions came from
Adrian Gonzalez-Marin who scored the only Blue Devils goal of the night, assisted by
Lahoussine Salama and
Maximus Nguyen. Despite strong attempts to overturn the deficit, Blue Devils' goaltender
Brett Tome faced a busy night with intense back-and-forth action throughout the game. The Blue Devils look forward to redeeming themselves in future matches as they continue to pursue victory in the WHAC conference.
Game 2 (1/25/2025) - In an exhilarating WHAC Conference hockey game held on January 25, 2025, at the UM-Dearborn Ice Arena, the Lawrence Tech Blue Devils achieved a dramatic comeback to tie against the University of Michigan-Dearborn Wolverines, winning 4-3 in a shootout. The match saw the Blue Devils overturn a three-goal deficit entering the third period, capped off by a crucial shootout goal from
Lukas Robinson.
The game remained deadlock at 0-0 after the first period, but the Wolverines managed to pull ahead 3-0 by the end of the second. However, the tenacity of the Blue Devils shone through in the third period with three quick goals.
Lukas Robinson, along with teammates
Jacques Lavrack and
Thimo Ey, orchestrated the initial comeback by contributing to the first and second goals, while
Lahoussine Salama paired with Robinson and Lavrack to net the equalizer. The spotlight was stolen by
Lukas Robinson, who not only helped tie the game but also scored the decisive goal in the shootout, showcasing remarkable poise and skill.
Goalkeeping was a pivotal factor in the game, with
Brett Tome of Lawrence Tech making an impressive 43 saves, and UM Dearborns goaltender also performing commendably with 32 saves.
Thimo Ey had a commendable performance as well, notching 2 assists and showcasing his playmaking abilities.
Kaden Hemme also contributed with a key assist during the critical moments.
Despite the shootout victory, the game still ends in a draw, leaving the Blue Devils record at a respectable 15-9-1. They look forward to their next game against WHAC opponent Cleary University on January 31, 2025, at Redford Ice Arena, hoping to maintain their winning momentum.