Both Teams spending much of their time against the boards fighting for the puck. Matt made some good saves but not a whole lot of action in front of him.
The second period appeared to be as slow moving as the first. Only a couple of hits and a few penalties . Danville with a two on none couldn't score and the Privateers were not getting the puck in the net either. Both teams having several opportunities on the Power Play no goals were scored. The Privateers out shot the Dashers 10-6.
The third period saw both teams returning to the ice in aggressive mode. With the Ref`s appearing to be watching the Dashers and Privateers game instead of officiating, the two teams were becoming frustrated. With words falling on deaf ears, Body contact being viewed threw a looking glass and off side confusion, the cheers went up when the Ref was knocked down. Fans and players alike I`m sure were grinning ear to ear.
Danville finally got a goal on a Power Play to make it 2-1. Pushing and shoving was the extent to the Physical Part of the Game with Kelly (McAllister) getting the Final Goal to end the game with a 3-1 Victory and an even 7-7 shots on net in the third. A Great Effort from Danville and although they couldn't find the net they were a very different Team to watch then the start of the year.
The Privateers return home after winning both games in the series. 5-2 and 3-1 respectively. I want to wish all the Privateers players, management, volunteers and fans a Happy Holiday and safe travels.
Article by Karen Brown
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