Paxson Nets Game Winner in OT Against King’s

NASHUA, NH: Rivier women's hockey took down King's PA this evening in overtime at Conway Arena.

THE BASICS:

- Date: 1/28/23

- Score: Rivier 2, King's 1

- Records: Rivier (6-10-2), King's (0-17-1)

HOW IT HAPPENED:

-  King's got on the board first just 6:16 into the first period on an Ani Quindipan goal. The Raiders would tie it up in the second period after Brianna Rumptz (Troy, MI) beat the Monarchs tender.

- After a scoreless third period, the Raiders entered another overtime where Briana Paxson (Eagle River, AK) scored the game winner 2:42 in, giving Rivier the 2-1 victory.

- Madelyn Morgan (Riverside, CA) saw 30 shots in net this evening, saving 29 of them as she improved to 2-3 on the season. Syd Dahl was tagged with the loss (0-15-1) after making 37 saves.

INSIDE THE NUMBERS:

-  Shots: Rivier 39, King's 30

-  Penalties: Rivier and King's had 4 minutes on 2 infractions.

-  Power Plays: Both teams were 0-for-2 on power play opportunities.

UP NEXT:

- Rivier women's hockey will be back in action Friday against Rhode Island University at 7:30 pm.

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