Game 1 (2/7) - On February 7, 2025, the Lawrence Tech Blue Devils delivered a commanding performance against the Aurora University Spartans at the Farmington Hills Ice Arena, clinching a 5-2 victory. The game opened with strong offensive plays from the Blue Devils, establishing a 2-0 lead by the end of the first period, thanks to goals from
Jordyn Bebus and
Alexis Zielinski. The momentum continued into the second period with
Sophia Buckberger scoring twice, extending the lead to 4-1.
Aurora, however, did not back down easily. They managed to score once each in the second and third periods. Despite their efforts, the standout player of the night,
Sophia Buckberger, ensured a Blue Devils' win by scoring the game-winning goal in the second period, marking a significant highlight of the evening.
Lawrence Tech's goalie,
Chloe Lemke, along with her teammates, displayed formidable defensive skills, effectively limiting the Spartans' scoring opportunities. Meanwhile, Aurora's goaltender faced a relentless attack from the Blue Devils. Lawrence Tech's coordinated teamwork was evident, with multiple players contributing assists, including
Kalina Pernod,
Jordyn Bebus,
Alexis Zielinski,
Addy Langton, and
Athena Chapman.
The Blue Devils' triumph over the Spartans adds another remarkable win to their season's tally, as they continue to demonstrate their prowess on the ice, leaving fans and supporters thrilled with their consistent performance and tactical execution.
Game 2 (2/8) - In an exhilarating WD2 Collegiate Hockey event held at Farmington Hills Ice Arena on February 8, 2025, the Lawrence Tech University Blue Devils secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory against the Aurora University Spartans. The game remained scoreless after the first period, ramping up the intensity as both teams battled for control. It wasn't until the second period that
Sophia Buckberger broke the deadlock, scoring the first goal for the Blue Devils and setting the stage for a thrilling finish.
Tensions soared as the game pushed into overtime with the score tied 1-1, thanks to a subsequent equalizer by the Spartans. However, it was
Sophia Buckberger who once again stepped up, scoring the decisive game-winning goal in the first overtime period.
Rachel Hart, the goaltender for Lawrence Tech, played a pivotal role in securing the win with several crucial saves throughout the game, ensuring their rivals were kept at bay.
The Blue Devils, now holding a record of 16-9-3, look forward to their next challenge against Liberty University on February 14, 2025, back at Farmington Hills Ice Arena. This victory carries significant momentum as the team aims to continue their strong season performance.