Game Prep: Black Bears vs. Desert Dogs
April 12, 2025 - National Lacrosse League (NLL)
Ottawa Black Bears News Release
The Ottawa Black Bears host their final regular season home game of the year when they take on the Las Vegas Desert Dogs tonight at 7:00 p.m. ET. Tonight's game will also mark the Black Bears' Fan Appreciation Night, which will see fans in attendance win prizes all night long as the team shows their gratitude.
Tickets for tonight's game are available HERE for purchase.
Tonight's game will mark the first and only meeting between the Black Bears and Desert Dogs this season.
The Black Bears will be a motivated team tonight, as they continue to take part a heated battle for a playoff spot. The team will also be looking to bounce back from a 12-6 loss on the road to the Rochester Knighthawks on Saturday. Jeff Teat recorded two goals and three assists for five points, while Reilly O'Connor continued his offensive push with four points (two goals, two assists).
The Desert Dogs enter tonight's game following a 14-13 overtime victory over the Toronto Rock last Friday. Prior to the game, here's how the Black Bears and Desert Dogs match up:
Jeff Teat (45) - GOALS - Jack Hannah (34)
Jeff Teat (53) - ASSISTS - Jonathan Donville (55)
Jeff Teat (98) - POINTS - Jonathan Donville (75)
Brent Noseworthy (101) - LOOSE BALLS - Connor First (111)
Zach Higgins (642) - SAVES - Landon Kells (442)
Be there to cheer your Black Bears on in their final regular season home game of the year as they continue their push for the playoffs! Tickets are available HERE for purchase. Fans unable to attend can watch tonight's game on NLL+ and follow along on Black Bears' socials for live updates.
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