Lockport gutted out a close 4-2 win against New York.
Neither team gained more than a two-goal lead, and Ryan Logar’s goal in the third period proved to be the difference maker.
Lockport was led by Logar, who registered one goal. Logar scored 1:18 into the third period to make the score 3-2 Lockport. Christopher Gasiewicz provided the assist.
Lockport’s offense rang up 56 shots on New York’s net.
Lockport also had goals scored by Justin Andriaccio, Jordan Pocobello, and Kurt Villani, who scored one goal each. In addition, Lockport received assists from John Gannon and Andrew Logar, who contributed one each.
New York’s penalty kill was spotless, allowing no goals on four Lockport power plays. New York could not produce up to its normal offensive output. New York puts an average of 4.5 pucks into the net per game. New York kept Lockport’s goalie busy throughout the game, and Sal Stalteri made 47 saves on 49 shots.
New York was helped by Sam Shaheen, who registered one goal. Shaheen scored 11:49 into the second period to make the score 2-2. Gunther Stange assisted on the tally. Jimmy Warrick also scored for New York. More assists for New York came via Daniel Backstrom, who had one.
Lockport incurred four minutes in penalty time with two minors. Stephen Mundinger made 52 saves for New York on 55 shots. New York incurred 10 minutes in penalty time with five minors.
