Ice Dawgs Win 2017 Veteran’s Day Invitational
By: Tyler Farmer
After destroying Tennessee for their eighth straight win, the Ice Dawgs faced off against Kennesaw State on day two of the 2017 Veteran’s Day Invitational. KSU handed the Ice Dawgs their lone loss so far this season, so this game presented an opportunity for redemption.
Saturday’s ceremonial puck drop was performed by Sgt. Bobby McWaters. Mr. McWaters served in the United States Army from 1969-1971 during the Vietnam War. Currently, he is a two-year trustee of both the VFW Post 2872 and AMVETS Post 10. Mr. WcWaters is also the Vice President of the non-profit I STILL HAVE A DREAM Foundation. UGA Hockey thanks you for your service.
In the scoring summary below, the time listed is the time remaining in the respective period when the goal was scored. Georgia goals are in bold.
First Period
10:31- Power-play goal (tripping) scored by Alex Carey
Assisted by- Zach Flasch and Christopher Santa Maria
6:40- Mitchell Bright
Assisted by- Joseph Tari
5:25- David Spielberger
Assisted by- Cam Gilmore and Christopher Santa Maria
3:44- PP (checking from behind) Ian McDonald
Assisted by- Tristan Gagner and Carter Klotz
End of period- 2-2
Second Period
12:33- Carey
Assisted by- Carter Penzien
8:58- Drew Spysinski
Assisted by- Jack Griffin and Bright
0:53- Carey (short-handed)
Assisted by- Penzien
End of Period- 4-3 Ice Dawgs
10:29- Penzien
Assisted by- Carey and Flasch
9:06- Carey
Assisted by- Drew Holcombe
4:40- Christopher Santa Maria (unassisted)
3:46- Ryan Patel
Assisted by- Spysinski
Final 7-4 Ice Dawgs On Top!
The Ice Dawgs will be back in action on Thursday November 30th at 7:00 against Clemson!
Three Stars
- Alex Carey– 4 goals, 1 assist (Invitational MVP)
- Carter Penzien– 1 goal, 2 assists
- Christopher Santa Maria– 1 goal, 2 assists
