The Ottawa Charge advance to the Walter Cup Finals after a nail-biting 4-3 double-overtime victory over the Boston Fleet, clinching the best-of-five semifinal series 3-1. Michela Cava scored the decisive goal in the second overtime, ensuring Ottawa's return after losing in last year's finals to the Minnesota Frost. The Charge will face the winner of the Montreal Victoire-Minnesota Frost series, decided in an upcoming Game 5. Ottawa's Gwyneth Philips was formidable in net, saving 43 shots, while Boston’s Aerin Frankel delivered 29 saves. The game featured multiple lead changes, showcasing the intensity and competitiveness of both teams.

By the Numbers
  • Ottawa won the semifinal series 3-1, winning three consecutive games after an initial loss.
  • Michela Cava’s winning goal came at 1:12 in the second overtime period.
State of Play
  • Ottawa displayed resilience, recovering after losing the first game of the series.
  • Both teams were evenly matched, with multiple goal-scoring opportunities and standout performances from both goalies.
What's Next

The Charge will await the outcome of the Montreal Victoire vs. Minnesota Frost series to determine their Finals opponent. Game 5 is scheduled, and the winner will pose a new challenge for Ottawa in the championship showdown.

Bottom Line

The Ottawa Charge’s thrilling semi-final win sets the stage for a potentially exciting rematch in the finals, highlighting their determination to secure a championship title after last year's defeat.