Metropolitan Semi-Pro Semifinal Recap: Suffolk Sting Outlast East Coast Rebellion in Three Games

The Suffolk Sting are headed back to the Metropolitan Division Final after grinding out a 2–1 series victory over the East Coast Rebellion in a tightly contested semifinal at Rapid Fire Arena.

After dropping a heartbreaker in overtime to open the series, Suffolk responded with two disciplined, playoff-style wins to close out one of the most competitive matchups of the postseason.

🟦 Game 1: Rebellion Steal Opener in Overtime

East Coast Rebellion 2, Suffolk Sting 1 (OT)
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Game 1 set the tone for the series with a cautious, physical pace and limited scoring chances. Suffolk carried much of the territorial play, but East Coast stayed compact defensively and capitalized on a key moment to force overtime.

In the extra session, the Rebellion struck first, handing Suffolk a tough 2–1 overtime loss and seizing early series momentum.

🟥 Game 2: Suffolk Responds Under Pressure

Suffolk Sting 3, East Coast Rebellion 2
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Facing a potential elimination scenario, Suffolk delivered a more assertive offensive performance in Game 2. The Sting generated cleaner zone entries and converted on timely chances, building a narrow lead.

East Coast pushed back late, but Suffolk held firm defensively to secure a 3–2 win, evening the series and forcing a decisive Game 3.

🟨 Game 3: Sting Shut the Door

Suffolk Sting 2, East Coast Rebellion 0
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With everything on the line, Game 3 became a classic playoff shutdown effort from Suffolk.

The Sting controlled the pace, limited East Coast’s high-octane offense, and struck for two goals while keeping the Rebellion off the scoreboard entirely. Strong positional play and defensive discipline sealed the 2–0 shutout, completing the series comeback.

🔁 Series Summary

• Series Result: Suffolk Sting win 2–1

• Game Scores:

  • Game 1: Rebellion 2, Sting 1 (OT)

  • Game 2: Sting 3, Rebellion 2

  • Game 3: Sting 2, Rebellion 0

• Defining Trait: Suffolk’s ability to tighten defensively as the series progressed

East Coast Rebellion showed why they are one of the division’s most dangerous offensive teams, but Suffolk’s experience and defensive structure ultimately tipped the balance.

🔜 What’s Next

The win sends the Suffolk Sting into a familiar spotlight—the Metropolitan Division Final, where they will face the defending division champions and top seed, the Empire Snipers.

The latest chapter of this perennial division rivalry is set for Sunday, February 22, at Rapid Fire Arena, with a Metropolitan title on the line.