Key Points
  • Niagara County went from a winless 0-14 season in 2018-19 to competing for a Section VI championship against Kenmore/Grand Island/Lockport.
  • Despite losing the championship, the team views the season as a success and is motivated to take on the best in the Western New York Girls Hockey Federation.
  • With an unblemished 9-0 record in the first two months of the season, the team credits moving the puck and playing together for the strong start.
  • As of Friday, the team has scored 54 total goals, with sophomore goaltender Kennedy Ruest winning all nine games and maintaining a 1.33 GAA and two shutouts.
  • The team attributes their success to a collective effort rather than relying on individual players.
  • Players like Madison Mallone, Sam Latini, Abby Zimmerman, and Marina Mansfield have contributed significantly to the team's scoring.
  • Mallone highlighted the strong connection and trust among the players on the ice, leading to improved performance.
  • The team's overall morale has improved, with a more relaxed and fun approach to the game, allowing them to recover quickly from setbacks.
  • Niagara County's next game is on Dec. 28 against Monsignor Martin at North Buffalo Ice Rink.