10/13 Big Boy Arena Recap (Pro)
The second day of East Pro Division hockey action at Big Boy Arena provided fans with more exciting matchups and standout performances. The Pittsburgh Inferno and Michigan Fury emerged as the top teams of the day, while the Suffolk Sting and Moriches Sting had a tough time keeping pace. Here’s a breakdown of the day’s results.
Michigan Fury vs Suffolk Sting (EP07)
The day started with a tight contest between the Michigan Fury and Suffolk Sting. In a back-and-forth battle, Michigan came out on top with a 3-2 victory. Michigan’s disciplined play on both ends of the ice allowed them to outlast Suffolk and secure a key win.
Pittsburgh Inferno vs Moriches Sting (EP08)
In a low-scoring affair, the Pittsburgh Inferno edged out the Moriches Sting 1-0. Pittsburgh’s defense was impenetrable, shutting down Moriches’ offense and securing a shutout. A single goal was enough for the Inferno to claim the victory in this early morning matchup.
Suffolk Sting vs Pittsburgh Inferno (EP09)
The Pittsburgh Inferno continued their strong showing with a 2-0 shutout over the Suffolk Sting. Pittsburgh’s defense was once again the story, as they held Suffolk scoreless for the second game in a row, while their offense did just enough to secure another important win.
Moriches Sting vs Michigan Fury (EP10)
The Michigan Fury showcased their offensive prowess with a commanding 7-1 victory over the Moriches Sting. Michigan dominated from the opening whistle, scoring early and often, while their defense stifled any attempts by Moriches to mount a comeback.
Michigan Fury vs Suffolk Sting (EP11)
In a highly competitive game, the Suffolk Sting bounced back with a thrilling 4-3 victory over the Michigan Fury. Despite Michigan’s strong start, Suffolk’s resilience paid off as they mounted a comeback, securing their first win of the day in an exciting matchup.
Pittsburgh Inferno vs Moriches Sting (EP12)
The final game of the day saw the Pittsburgh Inferno take down the Moriches Sting 4-1. Pittsburgh’s offense found its rhythm, scoring four goals while their defense continued to perform at a high level, holding Moriches to a single goal. This win capped off a successful day for the Inferno.
Event Summary
The Pittsburgh Inferno were the standout team of the day, winning all three of their games and showcasing an impressive combination of strong defense and timely scoring. They secured two shutouts and finished the day with a commanding 4-1 victory over Moriches.
The Michigan Fury also had a solid showing, picking up two wins, including a dominant 7-1 performance against Moriches, but fell short in a close OT battle against the Suffolk Sting.
Suffolk Sting had a mixed day, suffering two losses before bouncing back with a thrilling 4-3 win over Michigan. The Moriches Sting struggled throughout the day, unable to find their rhythm as they were handed three consecutive losses.
Overall, the second day of hockey at Big Boy Arena delivered high-quality competition, with the Pittsburgh Inferno emerging as the dominant force in the East Division.