Cheverie's Shutout Snaps Blades Four Game Win Streak
March 28, 2012 - ECHL (ECHL)
Florida Everblades News Release
ESTERO, FL- Gwinnett's Marc Cheverie was a brick wall in goal stopping all 30 shots faced to lead the Gwinnett Gladiators to a 2-0 victroy over the Florida Everblades Wednesday night at Germain Arena. The win secures the South Division title for Gwinnett. Shutsout
After a scoreless first period, the Gladiators were able to get on the board first. The score came when Tyler Murovich fought to gain possession of the puck and passed it to Jacob Drewiske at the right side of the goal. Drewiske took the shot on goal which was stopped by Florida goaltender John Muse. However, Cody Brookwell picked up the rebound and fired it into the net to give the Gladiators a 1-0 lead at 4:26.
In the third period, Gwinnett added to their lead. The Gladiators second goal came when Doug Jones received a pass in the neutral zone and outskated the defense. Jones fired a slap shot from the right side circle which screamed past Muse and into the goal to put the score at 2-0.
Florida has several quality scoring chances throughout the game, but Cheverie was able to turn them all aside stopping all 30 Florida shots to earn his first shutout of the season. John Muse takes the loss allowing two goals on 19 attempts.
Despite the loss the Everblades still continue to hold the fifth spot in the Eastern Conference, holding a two-point lead over the sixth-place Wheeling Nailers.
The two teams will meet again on Friday beginning at 7:30 p.m. Friday opens fan appreciation weekend, as the first 2,500 fans will receive a free Everblades Team Photo courtesy of FGCU and Direct Impression. The game will be last chance for fans to win great prizes in the Gulf Coast Coin Jewelry Coin Toss.
On Saturday at 7:00 p.m. the two teams will close out the regular season. The first 2,500 fans will also receive a free Everblades team photo. The McDonald's Tailgate Party begins at 5:00 p.m. with live music from Redemption SWF, and bounce houses for the kids.
To purchase game tickets stop by any Ticketmaster outlet, or the Capital Bank Box Office at Germain Arena. The Capital Bank Box Office is open Monday thru Friday from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Fans may also call Ticketmaster at 1-800-745-3000, or order online at www.ticketmaster.com
Group ticket packages are also available! Call the Everblades hockey headquarters at 239-948-7825 to order your seats. For upcoming events at Germain Arena, visit their website at www.germainarena.com
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