Whitelaw Scores Four, Väisänen Hat Trick in WMU’s 10-2 Win
No. 6/5 Western Michigan overwhelmed LIU 10-2 in the teams’ first meeting, powered by William Whitelaw’s four goals and Joona Väisänen’s hat trick. They became the first teammates in NCHC history to record hat tricks in the same game, while Whitelaw tied the conference’s single-game goals record. The win moves the Broncos to 5-1-0.
By the Numbers- Whitelaw: 4 goals, 5 points.
- Väisänen: 3 goals, 4 points.
- Quentin Miller: 20 saves.
- Western Michigan: 10 goals; LIU: 2.
Western Michigan’s offense delivered a record-setting performance, with standout nights from both a forward and a defenseman. The victory also adds a memorable moment to the Broncos’ final season at Lawson Arena.
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