The Cambridge Rivulettes took control early and finished strong to secure a 4-1 road victory over the Ridley Tigers in U22 Elite action. The game was defined by Cambridge's relentless offensive pressure, outshooting the Tigers 43-15 over three periods. The Rivulettes broke through first when Emersyn Miller, wearing number 16, found the back of the net at the 4:08 mark of the opening period, with helpers from Rachael Burt and Maryn Broderick. Despite a pair of first-period penalties against Ridley, the Tigers' defense, anchored by a busy performance from their goalie, managed to keep the deficit at one heading into the first intermission.
The Tigers found a spark in the second period to even the score. Mckenna Syer, number 10, converted at 2:49, assisted by Abigail Dingwell and Julyana Farray, bringing the home crowd to life. The middle frame was a parade to the penalty box, with four minors called, but neither power play could capitalize. The game remained deadlocked until late in the third period, when Cambridge's depth took over. Quinn Carswell, number 12, broke the tie with the game-winner at 10:44, set up by Lauren Stiles and Maryn Broderick, who picked up her third assist of the night. Just over two minutes later, Sadie D'Angela, number 28, extended the lead, with Broderick earning yet another point. Emersyn Miller sealed the win with her second goal of the contest at 2:05, completing a dominant three-goal third period for the visitors.
The Rivulettes' balanced attack was the story, with Maryn Broderick orchestrating the offense with four assists. Emersyn Miller's two-goal performance provided the finishing touch. For the Tigers, discipline became an issue as the game wore on, with Jeevin Khehra and Sophia Macmillan taking late penalties, including a double minor for head contact at the final buzzer to Sophia Macmillan. While Ridley's netminder faced a barrage of shots, the Cambridge defense and goaltending were equally stout, limiting high-danger chances and shutting the door after the Tigers' lone tally to secure the decisive win.
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