In a pivotal match held in Ottawa, the Seattle Torrent achieved their first regulation road victory of the season by defeating the Ottawa Charge 5-3 on Wednesday night.
This win came during the 26th game of the season, marking a significant milestone for the Torrent.
Natalie Snodgrass played a crucial role in the victory, scoring a power-play goal with just 1:21 remaining in regulation. Cayla Barnes later added an empty-net goal to secure the win for Seattle, ending the Charge’s first game back at TD Place since March 4.
Game Summary
The game began with the Charge taking an early lead when Stephanie Markowski capitalized on a turnover, assisting Fanuza Kadirova to score at 1:54. The Torrent responded, with Jada Habisch equalizing at 13:09, redirecting a shot from Megan Carter.
As the match progressed, both teams exchanged goals, with the score tied at 2-2 heading into the third period. Danielle Serdachny, a former Charge player, netted her second goal of the game at 2:02 into the final period, giving the Torrent a 3-2 advantage.
Key Performances
Gabbie Hughes of the Charge showcased an impressive performance, tying the game midway through the third period with a backhanded shot after a strong individual effort. Despite a late short-handed breakaway opportunity, Hughes could not convert.
Seattle’s Corinne Schroeder made 36 saves, while Ottawa’s Gwyneth Philips stopped 29 shots throughout the match, highlighting the competitive nature of the game.
Upcoming Matches
Following this victory, the Seattle Torrent will face the Vancouver Goldeneyes on Thursday. Meanwhile, the Ottawa Charge will visit the Toronto Sceptres on Saturday as they seek to bounce back from this loss.