Game Report: SPS vs Lawrenceville – January 10, 2025

Final Score: SPS 3, LS 0

Venue: Gordon Rink, Concord, NH

On a brisk January evening, the SPS girls' hockey team delivered a commanding performance, shutting out LS 3-0. A balanced attack, stellar goaltending from Brooklyn Godisak (#30), and dominant special teams paved the way for this impressive victory.

First Period: Strong Start Sets the Pace

The game began at a fast pace, with LS pushing hard to gain an early edge. SPS held firm defensively, and midway through the period, their persistence paid off. After a well-executed faceoff win, Erin Flaherty (#13) took control of the puck, deked past a defender, and ripped a wrist shot into the top corner, giving SPS a 1-0 lead.

LS tried to respond quickly, but SPS controlled the tempo for the rest of the period, finishing with a shot advantage of 8-5.

Second Period: Special Teams Shine

The second period saw plenty of action on special teams, with both sides earning multiple power play opportunities. SPS's penalty kill unit was rock solid, shutting down all three LS power plays. Meanwhile, on their fourth power play of the game, SPS capitalized. Chelsea Bell (#3) set up Tess Mulkerron (#18) perfectly, and Mulkerron's low shot found the back of the net, extending SPS's lead to 2-0.

Goaltender Brooklyn Godisak played a pivotal role during this period, making critical saves to preserve the shutout. Her calm presence and precise positioning frustrated LS's attackers, who failed to break through despite several quality chances.

Third Period: Closing the Door

In the third period, SPS continued to control the puck and frustrate LS. Just minutes into the frame, Charlotte Voge (#11) capitalized on a rebound in front of the net, slamming the puck home to make it 3-0 SPS. The insurance goal deflated LS, who struggled to create any sustained pressure for the remainder of the game.

SPS's defensive unit, led by Cadence Crowley (#9) and Maealie Glanzer (#25), played a significant role in keeping LS's offense in check, while Godisak remained unbeatable in net.

Goaltender Spotlight: Brooklyn Godisak (#30)

Godisak was the star of the game, earning a perfect shutout with 13 saves on 13 shots, resulting in a 100.0% save percentage. Her timely saves, particularly during LS's power plays, were critical in maintaining SPS's lead throughout the game.

Key Stats Summary

Coach's Corner

After the game, SPS head coach Kelli Mackey praised the team's effort and execution, particularly highlighting the stellar play of goaltender Brooklyn Godisak.

"Brooklyn was outstanding tonight. She gave us confidence from the back end, and that really set the tone for the whole game," said Coach Mackey. "Our special teams were great too—getting a power play goal and killing off every penalty. Overall, I'm proud of the way the girls played together and stuck to the game plan."

Looking ahead, Coach Mackey emphasized the importance of maintaining this level of focus and discipline.

"This was a solid win, but we've got more tough games ahead. We'll enjoy this one tonight and get back to work tomorrow."

Final Thoughts

SPS's victory over LS showcased their ability to perform in all facets of the game—offense, defense, special teams, and goaltending. With contributions from key players like Flaherty, Mulkerron, and Voge, and an unbeatable performance from Godisak, SPS looks ready for Hotchkiss on Jan 12.