The Montana Tech Orediggers faced off against the Eastern Washington University Eagles in an intense matchup that went down to the wire. Despite a hard-fought effort, the Orediggers fell short in a shootout, with the final score resting at 3-2 in favor of the Eagles.

The game, which took place at the Butte Community Ice Center on Saturday, October 26, 2024, showcased the determination and skill of both teams. The Eagles dominated in shots on goal, tallying an impressive 64 shots compared to the Orediggers’ 31. However, it was the Orediggers who capitalized on their powerplay opportunities, converting 1 out of 8 chances, while the Eagles struggled to find the back of the net on their 10 powerplay attempts.

In a game that saw stellar performances from both goaltenders, the Eagles’ Scott Kennedy and the Orediggers’ Brecken Kasse stood tall between the pipes, making crucial saves to keep their teams in the game. Kennedy faced 31 shots and made 29 saves, while Kasse faced a staggering 63 shots and turned away 61 of them.

Individual standout performances included the Eagles’ #5 Jared Jelinek, who notched 2 assists, and the Orediggers’ #11 Rye Vincent, who scored 2 goals to keep his team in contention throughout the game.

While the result may not have gone in the Orediggers’ favor, the team showed resilience and determination in the face of a tough opponent. As they regroup and prepare for their next game, the Orediggers can take pride in their efforts and use this game as a learning experience to come back stronger in the future.

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