Brianne Jenner’s Double Leads Ottawa Charge to Win Over Minnesota Frost
Brianne Jenner’s impressive performance propelled the Ottawa Charge to a decisive 5-2 victory over the Minnesota Frost on Saturday. This win marks Ottawa’s second regulation victory of the season as they improve to a record of 2-3-0-5.
Game Highlights
The Charge showcased their offensive strength with contributions from multiple players. Alongside Jenner’s two goals, Emily Clark, Sarah Wozniewicz, and Katerina Mrazova also found the back of the net. Goaltender Gwyneth Philips secured the win with 24 saves, while Jenner capped the scoring with an empty-net goal with just under three minutes remaining.
Scoring Breakdown
- First Period: Jenner opened the scoring with a backdoor tap-in.
- Second Period: The Frost equalized early with a power-play goal from Kelly Pannek. Ottawa then surged ahead with three quick goals, including a highlight-reel effort from Emily Clark.
- Late Second Period: Minnesota responded with another goal from Britta Curl-Salemme, but Ottawa entered the third period with a 4-2 lead.
Key Performances
Emily Clark’s goal was particularly significant, marking her first point of the season. The Charge played with confidence and demonstrated aggressive play in the offensive zone. Ottawa’s speed proved difficult for Minnesota to manage, especially during the second period.
Defensive Highlights
Philips made crucial saves, including two standout stops against Minnesota’s Dominique Petrie in the final period. This helped maintain Ottawa’s two-goal lead as the game progressed.
Upcoming Matches
- Ottawa Charge: Will host the Vancouver Goldeneyes on Friday.
- Minnesota Frost: Will face off against the Montreal Victoire on Sunday.
As the season continues, the Ottawa Charge look to build on this momentum and solidify their standing in the league.