Womens 2015-16 Regular Season
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Massachusetts University of beats Rhode Island University of 4-3 after comeback scareMullins Center Sun, Feb 21, 2016 The Rhode Island University of Rams tried their best to erase a two-goal deficit, but the Massachusetts University of Minutemen would not be denied the victory and hung on to win, 4-3. Massachusetts University of took a 4-2 lead during the third period, only to have Rhode Island University of storm back on a Casey Mccormick goal 4:18 into the third period to pull to one goal down. Brittani Lanzilli had a great game for the Minutemen, netting two goals. Massachusetts University of kept the Rams' goalie busy throughout the game, and Abigail Torres made 29 saves on 33 shots. Courtney Sullivan also scored for Massachusetts University of. Other players who recorded assists for Massachusetts University of were Kelly Dolan, Michaela Tosone, and Ally Perdios, who contributed one each. The Minutemen were unable to stop Rhode Island University of from sending pucks towards the net, and the Rams eventually piled up 44 shots on goal. Rhode Island University of was led by Janessa Courtney, who grabbed one goal and one assist. Courtney scored on the power play 12:56 into the first period to make the score 2-1 Massachusetts University of. The Rams had gained a power play chance when Joanna Olson was whistled for hooking. Brenna Callahan assisted on the tally. Rhode Island University of also got a goal from Caitlin McGuirl as well. More assists for Rhode Island University of came via Alisha Difilippo and Sydney Collins, who each chipped in one. Samantha Baturin recorded 41 saves for Massachusetts University of. The Minutemen incurred six minutes in penalty time with three minors. Rhode Island University of incurred six minutes in penalty time with three minors.
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