Niagara County Dominates Western New York Girls Hockey Federation with Offensive Firepower
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.
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