Trenton, MI – February 13, 2024 – In a bid to rebound from two recent losses, the Marquette Highschool Hockey team traveled downstate to Trenton, Michigan, for a face-off against the Trenton Trojans in the Michigan High School Hockey League Tournament. The anticipation is high as our dynamic announcers, Joe Gaffney and Larry Carey, bring the action to life on Fox Sports Marquette 105.1 & 99.9.
First Period: Both teams kick off the game cautiously, testing the waters and making shots to find opportunities. With three minutes left in the first period and the score tied at 0-0, Marquette seizes an opportunity in the Trojan zone. Kyle Maurer takes a shot, going top shelf on the Trojans’ goal and scoring, giving Marquette High School Hockey the lead.
SCORE: Marquette 1 – 0 Trenton
Second Period: The energy ramps up in the second period, with Cole Kelly, Marquette’s goalie, standing strong against five out of six shots attempted by Trenton. The Trojans struggled to break Marquette’s defenses until, with five minutes left in the quarter, a skillful shot by Trenton slid just under Cole Kelly, tying the score at 1-1. However, Marquette quickly regains the lead with another goal.
SCORE: Marquette 2 – 1 Trenton
Third Period: Tension reaches an all-time high in the third period, with both teams tied in shots made and struggling to break down each other’s defenses. With more than halfway through the period and no goals, Gabriel of the Trenton Trojans finds an opportunity and ties the game 2-2. The last four minutes of the period are eventful, with shots made and saved, but no team secures the winning goal. The period ends in a tie, leading to a shootout.
Shootout: Trenton’s scores are silky smooth in the shootout, while Marquette’s efforts fall just short. The final score reflects Trenton’s shootout victory, leaving Marquette with another tough loss.
FINAL SCORE: Marquette 2 – 3 Trenton
Make sure to tune in tomorrow at 12:00 pm on Fox Sports Marquette 105.1 & 99.9 to see how Marquette High School Hockey will fare against Salem in their second game in the Michigan High School Hockey League Tournament. The team is looking to rebound from this loss and bring their A-game to the ice in the upcoming match.
