Game 1 (1/4/2025) - In a thrilling regular season hockey contest at Redford Ice Arena (Originally scheduled to be played at Clark Park, was moved to Redford due to weather) on January 4, 2025, the Lawrence Tech Blue Devils secured a solid victory over the Kent State Golden Flashes with a final score of 6-2. The Blue Devils showcased their dominance early in the game, leaving the ice after the first period leading 1-0, thanks to a pivotal goal by
Trevor Losier. Their momentum only increased as they extended their lead to 6-0 by the end of the second period, assuring their dominance long before the final buzzer.
Trevor Losier opened the scoring for Lawrence Tech assisted by
Will Jentz. Additional goals were successfully netted by
Nicklas Oda,
Devin Genzel,
Luke Radu, Patrick McGowan, and
Will Jentz throughout the second period. Kent State attempted a comeback in the third period with 2 goals of their own, but it was not enough to turn the tide. Assists for the Blue Devils came from a variety of players including
Nicklas Oda,
Mitchell Sehlmeyer,
Tate Wright, Patrick McGowan,
Logan Barnes,
Tommy Walsh, and
Derek D'Arcy, contributing to a well-rounded team performance.
Goalkeeping duties for the Blue Devils were capably handled by
Griffin Foster and
Noah Miklos, who together kept the Kent State offense in check for the majority of the game. Meanwhile, Kent State's efforts between the pipes could not stem the tide of Lawrence Tech's aggressive play. The match's key moment came when Losier scored the first goal of the night, setting the tone for a game that would decidedly swing in favor of the Lawrence Tech Blue Devils.
This win not only adds to the Blue Devils' promising season record but also highlights their ability to perform under pressure and secure early leads. As they continue through the season, performances like this will be crucial in their pursuit of further success.
Game 2 (1/5/2025) - In a dominant display of hockey prowess, the Lawrence Tech Blue Devils delivered an impressive 7-0 shutout against the Kent State Golden Flashes on January 5, 2025, at Clark Park Coalition. The Blue Devils, known for their strategic gameplay and skilled roster, maintained their unbeaten streak in this regular season matchup.
The game kicked off strongly for the Blue Devils, who rapidly built a 3-0 lead in the first period.
Luke Radu was notably spectacular, netting two of the three goals, with
Alex Grove adding another. The relentless assault continued into the second period with Grove scoring twice more to complete the hat trick, complemented by a goal from
Sawyer Walker, widening the gap to an insurmountable 6-0.
By the third period, the Blue Devils' dominance was unquestionable.
Devin Genzel rounded out the scoring with a final goal, cementing the 7-0 victory. Radu's initial two goals proved crucial, earning him the honor of scoring the game-winning goal.
Assisting hands were plenty in this one-sided contest.
Luke Radu contributed two assists alongside his two goals, showcasing his all-around game. Other notable assists came from
Alex Grove,
Logan Barnes,
Benjamin De Haas, and
Gavin Holmes, ensuring the offensive pressure was unyielding.
The goaltending duo,
Timothy Young and
Dimitrius Virostek, shared the limelight with stellar performances, keeping Kent State at zero throughout the match. With this win, Lawrence Tech improves their impressive record to 17-0-1 this season.
Looking ahead, the Blue Devils are set to face Calvin University on January 10 at Redford Ice Arena, where they aim to continue their undefeated streak and defend their top performance in the league.