Bay City, MI – December 7, 2024 – The Marquette High School Hockey team is back with passion! After an incredible 8-0 mercy-rule win against the Saginaw Heritage Hawks yesterday, the Sentinels hope to continue their momentum with a hard-fought victory today against the Bay City Central Wolves. Broadcasting live from the Bay County Civic Arena, Joe Gaffaney and Larry Carey kept fans engaged on Fox Sports Marquette 105.1 & 99.9 with every play.
First Period:
Marquette came out strong, adapting well to the Olympic-sized rink—a challenge that had tested them in the past. The Sentinels controlled their zone time and defended their territory with precision. Ian Sheltrow capitalized on a power play, delivering a high, hard shot to secure the first goal of the game. Shortly after, Skyler Blackburn doubled Marquette’s lead with a clean, well-placed goal. Though the period started slow, Marquette ended on a high note, setting the tone for the rest of the game.
Score: Marquette 2 – 0 Bay City
Second Period:
Defense was the name of the game in the second period. Both teams battled for control, but neither could break through to score. Marquette’s defense remained rock solid, keeping the puck out of their territory and maintaining their two-goal lead. Despite some near-misses, the Sentinels held their ground as the period ended at a standstill.
Score: Marquette 2 – 0 Bay City
Third Period:
The Sentinels fiercely protected their two-goal lead as the game entered its final stretch. While the Wolves stepped up their offense, recording 12 shots in the period, Marquette’s goalie, Parker Nevenhoven, delivered a standout performance, stopping every attempt with sharp focus. Both teams pushed hard in the final moments, but Marquette sealed their second victory of the weekend with their 2-goal lead.
Final Score: Marquette 2 – 0 Bay City
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Up Next: The Hancock Bulldogs
The excitement continues as Marquette High School Hockey heads back north to take on the Hancock Bulldogs at the Houghton County Arena. Tune in to Fox Sports Marquette 105.1 & 99.9 for the Elder Agency Pregame Show on Tuesday, December 10, at 6:00 PM. Joe Gaffaney and Coach Larry Carey will provide insights and analysis before the puck drops at 6:30 PM.
GO MARQUETTE!