UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – The RMU women's hockey team was unable to generate offense against Penn State, falling 5-0 in the first game of a two-game series at Pegula Ice Arena. The loss drops the Colonials to 5-9-1 overall and 0-4-1 in conference play.
FIRST PERIOD
- Penn State set the tone early, netting two goals in the first eight minutes of the game.
- The Nittany Lions extended their lead to 3-0 with a late-period goal.
- Both teams had one power play opportunity but couldn't capitalize.
SECOND PERIOD
- The Nittany Lions added to their lead with a shorthanded goal midway through the frame.
- A late power play goal pushed Penn State's advantage to 5-0.
- RMU earned three power play chances in the period, firing four shots on goal but failing to convert.
THIRD PERIOD
- Despite increased pressure, neither team scored in the final frame.
- Penn State outshot RMU 13-9 in the period to maintain control.
INSIDE THE BOX SCORE
- Penn State held a decisive edge in shots on goal, 43-20, and dominated the faceoff circle, winning 52 of 65 draws.
- The Colonials went 0-for-4 on the power play, while Penn State converted 1-of-3 opportunities.
- RMU defenders Catriona Crarer, Allyson Hebert, and Shayne Desjardins each blocked two shots.
- Goaltender Lucy Phillips tied her career-high with 38 saves in a strong individual effort.
UP NEXT
RMU will aim for a split in the series when they face Penn State again tomorrow at Pegula Ice Arena. Puck drop is set for 1:00 PM.
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