UNH Defeats No. 8/7 Men’s Hockey Team in Overtime Thriller
Dartmouth’s men’s hockey team, ranked No. 8/7, faced a tough defeat against the University of New Hampshire (UNH) on Sunday, ending their unbeaten streak for the 2025-26 season. The game, held in Durham, New Hampshire, concluded with a 3-2 overtime thriller.
Game Summary
UNH opened the scoring early in the first period at the 6:18 mark, establishing a 1-0 lead. This early deficit marked a significant moment for Dartmouth, as it was the first time this season they trailed after the first 20 minutes of play. Dartmouth equalized at 8:26 in the second period through a goal from Nathan Morin, following a setup from Tim Busconi and Nikita Nikora.
Key Moments of the Game
- First Period: UNH scores first, leading 1-0.
- Second Period: Dartmouth equalizes with Morin’s goal at 8:26.
- Second Period: UNH regains the lead just 2:30 later.
- Third Period: Dartmouth ties the game at 2-2 with another scramble goal.
- Overtime: UNH scores the winning goal 2:29 into the extra period.
In the third period, Dartmouth fought back to level the game again. Andrew Clarke’s shot from the point resulted in a scramble, allowing Ryan Schelling to score his fourth goal of the season. This goal came just as the clock was winding down, ensuring the matchup would extend into overtime.
Player Performances
Emmett Croteau, Dartmouth’s goalie, had a standout performance with 31 saves, including 11 crucial stops in the third period. He boasts an impressive .953 save percentage and a 1.16 goals against average for the season.
Looking Ahead
Following this defeat, Dartmouth heads into the holiday break with an 11-1-0 record. They have dominated the competition, outscoring their opponents 52-16 over the first 12 games. The Big Green will return to action on December 27 and 28 for the 36th annual Ledyard Classic, where they will face off against Arizona State.
The opening game of the series is scheduled for December 27 at 5 PM. Fans interested in attending can purchase tickets for both matches through El-Balad.
