At the Milton Keynes Arena on the 2nd of March, 2024, the Milton Keynes Lightning hosted the Telford Tigers in a game that ended with the home team securing a decisive 3-0 victory. The match was a display of strategic gameplay and effective execution by the Lightning, who managed to outshoot the Tigers with a total of 33 shots on goal compared to the Tigers’ 24.
First Period
The game commenced with intense competition, but it was the Lightning who broke through the defense first. Liam Stewart found the back of the net at 6:06 with assists from Mack Stewart and Tim Wallace, setting an early tone for the game. The Lightning doubled their lead with Rory Herrman scoring at 17:11, thanks to Dillon Lawrence and Toms Rutkis. The period ended 2-0 in favor of the Milton Keynes Lightning.
Second Period
The only goal of the second period came from Dillon Lawrence at 36:40, with Rory Herrman and Toms Rutkis again contributing with the assists. This extended the Lightning’s lead to 3-0, demonstrating their dominance on the ice.
Third Period
The third period saw no changes to the scoreboard, with both teams’ defenses holding strong. Despite efforts from the Telford Tigers, they were unable to penetrate the Lightning’s defense, leaving the score at 3-0 as the final buzzer sounded.
Goal Scorers
| Team | Scorer | Assist 1 | Assist 2 | Type | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milton Keynes Lightning | Liam Stewart | Mack Stewart | Tim Wallace | Even Strength | 6:06 |
| Milton Keynes Lightning | Rory Herrman | Dillon Lawrence | Toms Rutkis | Even Strength | 17:11 |
| Milton Keynes Lightning | Dillon Lawrence | Rory Herrman | Toms Rutkis | Even Strength | 36:40 |
Penalties
| Team | Player | Penalty | Mins | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Telford Tigers | Henry Adams | delay of game | 2 | 8:58 |
| Milton Keynes Lightning | Mack Stewart | boarding | 2 | 38:00 |
| Telford Tigers | Harry Ferguson | holding | 2 | 51:21 |
Shots on Goal Information
| Goaltender Name | Total Shots Faced | Save Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Jordan Hedley | 24 | 1.000 |
| Bradley Day | 33 | 0.909 |
Player Summary
- Milton Keynes Lightning
- Liam Stewart: 1 goal
- Rory Herrman: 1 goal, 1 assist
- Dillon Lawrence: 1 goal, 1 assist
- Mack Stewart: 1 assist, 2 penalty minutes
- Tim Wallace: 1 assist
- Toms Rutkis: 2 assists
- Telford Tigers
- Henry Adams: 2 penalty minutes
- Harry Ferguson: 2 penalty minutes
This match showcased the Milton Keynes Lightning’s offensive prowess and solid defense, culminating in a well-deserved victory over the Telford Tigers.
