The LaSalle Vipers wrapped up their two-game road stretch with a 1-1 record, losing to the London Nationals before redeeming themselves the following night against the Sarnia Legionnaires.
The Vipers opened their two-game stretch at Western Fair S.C. with a matchup against the London Nationals.
LaSalle hit the scoresheet in the second period off a shorthanded goal by Blake Comartin at 3:14. Luke St. John picked up the lone assist. Despite their efforts, London controlled the remainder of the game with a goal in the first, four in the second, and an additional three in the third to secure their 8-1 victory. Nolan Hardy held his own in the net stopping 29 of the 37 shots he faced.
LaSalle returned to action quickly as they took on the Sarnia Legionnaires at Pat Stapleton Arena the following night.
The Vipers opened the scoring at 6:44 with Colin Stroble’s first of his GOHL career, with the assist going to Connor Chartrand. Kale Pucovsky was next to hit the score sheet at 11:49, creating a 2-2 tie through the opening 20 minutes.
Sarnia took a 3-2 lead in the second, which only fed the Vipers hunger to win.
Just 13 seconds in to the final period, Luke St. John tied the game, giving the assists to Vilardi and Spizzirri. LaSalle then added a shorthand tally at 12:31 from Connor Chartrand giving LaSalle the lead once again. To solidify the win, Tristan Kitchen found the empty net to make it a 5-3 victory. In goal, Cameron Ingram showcased a strong performance stopping 17 of 20 shots faced.
The Vipers next game is back at home Wednesday September 30 as they take on the Komoka Kings.
Article and Picture: Isabella Ruccolo
