ERIE, Pa. - The Lakers had their regular season finale today, Feb. 18, 2023. 

In the senior night celebration, the Lakers earned their second straight shutout posting a score of 2-0. 

The team and athletic department would like to thank Mercyhurst University's AIM program for helping out and celebrating our Seniors. With the support by the community tonight, the program raised over $500!

How it Happened

First Period

Much like yesterday's game, the first period was scoreless. The Lakers topped the Lions, outshooting them 12-9 and had a faceoff percentage of 59%.

Second Period

Midway through the second, the Lakers had an outright battle in front of the net. The refs went to the screen and the goal went in favor of Marielle Parks. Mary Kromer earned the apple at 11:28.

Third Period

Parks thought one goal was not enough so she found a narrow gap in the crease to earn another at 13:43. Kromer picked up assist number two, while Sydney Pedersen claimed the secondary. 

It was a nail biting third trying to hold off the Lions but Ena Nystrøm was successful. The Senior stopped nine shots on goal and a total of 25 throughout the game.

Highlights

Nystrøm picked up her fifth shutout this season. 

The Lakers had a whopping 42 shots on goal.

Jordan Mortlock blocked five shots within the 60 minutes.

Thank You Seniors

The Lakers celebrated their Seniors tonight. Each and every one of the student-athletes on the team have contributed to the program in monumental ways. Those Seniors are:

Frakie Sanchez 

Jada Brenon

Calista Rowbottom

Jersey Phillips

Jordan Mortlock

Alexandria Weiss

Aubrey Cole

Ena Nystrøm

Liliane Perreault

Perreault also won the Prestigious Bill Smith Award.

Scoring Summary

Playoff Picture

The Lakers now have earned second in the CHA with 24 points on the campaign. With all games concluded, Penn State will host Lindenwood, while Mercyhurst will host Syracuse.

The CHA Semi-finals are a best of three series with games scheduled for next weekend.

Next Game

For the third time in a month, the Lakers will face the Syracuse Orange. Games are set for Feb. 24-26, 2023. Puck drops are respectively 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 1:00 p.m. if needed.