“Victory Dominates Sirens with First-Half Breakthrough”
The Montreal Victory made a strong return to the Women’s Professional Hockey League after the Olympic break. They kicked off the second half of their schedule with an impressive 4-1 victory over the New York Sirens at the Prudential Center. This win marks their fourth consecutive triumph, placing them in a tie for first place with the Boston Fleet.
Victory’s Dominance Over Sirens
With this latest victory, the Victory now holds a record of 8-3-0-5, totaling 30 points. Although they share the top spot with Boston, the Fleet has two games in hand. Additionally, Montreal’s success has moved them ahead of the Minnesota Frost in the standings.
Key Game Highlights
The match showcased strong performances from the players, particularly in the first half. Despite being without captain Marie-Philip Poulin and defenseman Erin Ambrose due to injuries, coach Kori Cheverie relied on her team’s depth and opportunism.
- Dara Greig scored at the 5-minute mark.
- Jade Downie-Landry followed with a goal just 47 seconds later.
- Skylar Irving capped off a dominant first period with another goal.
New York goalie Kaylie Osborne had a challenging night, allowing three goals on six shots in just under 24 minutes. Following an early second-period goal against, Osborne was replaced by Callie Shanahan.
Scoring Breakdown
| Time | Player | Goal Description |
|---|---|---|
| 5:00 | Dara Greig | Wrist shot after winning a faceoff battle. |
| 5:47 | Jade Downie-Landry | Quick shot from the slot, assisted by Laura Stacey. |
| 10:00 | Skylar Irving | Stole the puck and scored behind Osborne. |
Injury Updates
The injury status of both Poulin and Ambrose remains a concern. Poulin’s condition will be assessed daily, while Ambrose has been placed on long-term injured reserve due to a lower body injury. Both players missed the team’s training session prior to the game.
In response to their absences, the Victory signed Tamara Giaquinto to a regular contract and brought Kelly-Ann Nadeau on a 10-day contract. Only Giaquinto dressed for the game.
Looking ahead, the Montreal Victory will continue to strive for the top position as they face the Minnesota Frost next at the Place Bell.
