The Montana Tech Orediggers hockey team pulled off an incredible victory in a thrilling matchup against the Eastern Washington University Eagles. The game, which took place on Friday, October 25, 2024, at the Butte Community Ice Center, was a true display of skill, determination, and teamwork.

The final score stood at Eagles 7 – Orediggers 8 after an intense overtime period. Both teams put on an impressive offensive performance, with the Eagles and the Orediggers each tallying 43 shots on goal. The powerplay opportunities also played a significant role in the game, with the Eagles going 1 for 7 and the Orediggers capitalizing on 3 of their 8 powerplay chances.

In the net, it was a battle of the goalies, with Lukasz Szczubiala of the Eagles facing 43 shots and making 35 saves, while Edward Kazmierczak of the Orediggers turned away 36 of the 43 shots he faced.

Key players made their mark on the game, with Eagles’ #27 Adam Pellerin scoring 2 goals and Orediggers’ #10 Cade Holland leading the way with an impressive hat trick, netting 3 goals for his team.

The victory was a testament to the hard work and dedication of the Orediggers hockey team. Their resilience and perseverance paid off as they secured a hard-fought win in front of their home crowd. The thrilling back-and-forth action kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer sounded, signaling the Orediggers’ triumph in overtime.

As the season progresses, the Montana Tech Orediggers will look to build on this momentum and continue their pursuit of success on the ice. With performances like this, the team is sure to make a name for themselves in the ACHA and beyond. Congratulations to the Orediggers on a well-deserved victory!