Goals in Each Period Lead Steelheads Past Stingrays, 3-1
Published on December 11, 2021 under ECHL (ECHL)
Idaho Steelheads News Release
BOISE, Idaho - The Idaho Steelheads (13-7-1) showed consistent pressure throughout the game, taking down the South Carolina Stingrays (9-8-2) with a 3-1 win on Friday night from Idaho Central Arena in front of 5,252 fans, the seventh sellout of the season.
THE GAME'S STO--RY
For the third-straight game, the Steelheads struck first with this one coming in the opening frame. After a good offensive possession, defenseman Darren Brady (8:45 1st) took a one-time shot from the top of the slot to snag that early advantage. The Stingrays converted on their first power play late in the first period to knot the game, 1-1. At nearly the same time as in the first period, Steelheads forward Zack Andrusiak (8:44 2nd) buried his own rebound from the right circle to take the one-goal edge. That momentum carried into the third period, when forward Colby McAuley (0:54 3rd) scored on a breakaway to double the lead at 3-1, and the Steelheads locked down from there for the win.
ICCU 3 STARS OF THE GAME
1. IDH - Darren Brady (opening goal)
2. IDH - Colby McAuley (goal)
3. IDH - Jake Kupsky (Win, 26-27 saved)
PEPSI PLAYER OF THE GAME
Colby McAuley (F) - breakaway goal in return to lineup
STEELHEADS STANDOUTS
- Colby McAuley: After missing three games, McAuley came back to the lineup with a goal, marking his third three-game point streak. He has points in six of his last seven contests (3-3-6) since November 17.
- Shawn McBride: For the second time in three games, McBride earned a multi-assist night, helping on the game-winning goal and insurance tally. He has five assists over his last three games and is now second on the team in assists (10).
- A.J. White: White earned another assist on the opening goal, extending his point streak to seven games (2-6-8). He has points in 11 of his last 12 games and leads the team in all scoring categories (8-11-19).
- Jake Kupsky: Kupsky earned his fifth win on the season with a 26-save effort, now holding opponents to just one goal in two games. Kupsky now sits second in the ECHL in goals-against average (1.69).
CATCH OF THE DAY
For the third-straight home series, the Steelheads have won the opening two games to not only take the series but also continue their trend of winning at least two-thirds of home games. The Steelheads have been exceptional in starting off series, owning a 7-1-0 record on both Wednesday and Friday at home with their lone loss coming on October 29 against Rapid City. The Steelheads have outscored their opponents 32-16 in those games and now possess wins in eight of 11 games at home this season while earning at least a share of the weekend set in all five attempts in 2021.
ATTENDANCE: 5,252 (7th sellout)
LOOKING AHEAD
The Steelheads and Stingrays finish their three-game weekend on Teddy Bear Toss Night this Saturday, Dec. 11 at 7:10 p.m. from Idaho Central Arena. Tickets are limited availability by going to idahosteelheads.com or calling 331-TIXS. Coverage begins at 6:50 p.m. on 95.3FM/1350AM KTIK "The Ticket" as well as 7:00 p.m. on Sparklight Ch. 72 & FloHockey.
ECHL Stories from December 11, 2021
- Stingrays Can't Overcome Three Opening Period Goals - South Carolina Stingrays
- Keenan, Albert Score as Toledo Falls to the Heartlanders - Toledo Walleye
- Rabbits Fall Short of Gladiators on Saturday Night - Greenville Swamp Rabbits
- Jordan Lavallee-Smotherman Nets Hat Trick in Railers 4-2 Teddy Bear Toss Win Saturday Night - Worcester Railers HC
- Wild Third Period Downs K-Wings - Kalamazoo Wings
- Solar Bears Tricked by Mikhalchuk, Icemen in 7-2 Loss - Orlando Solar Bears
- Sylvester and Kielly Play Hero on Marvel Night for Atlanta - Atlanta Gladiators
- Hausinger Brings Teddy Bears, Hats and a Win on Elf Night - Wheeling Nailers
- Bricknell and Romano Lead Comeback Effort, Mariners Fall a Goal Short - Maine Mariners
- Florida Capsize Norfolk 4-0 for Three-Game Sweep - Florida Everblades
- Lions Winning Streak Comes to a Close in St. John's - Trois-Rivieres Lions
- Growlers Get Past Lions 5-4 - Newfoundland Growlers
- Game Preview: Solar Bears at Icemen, December 11, 2021 - Jacksonville Icemen
- ECHL Transactions - December 11 - ECHL
- Riley Mckay Recalled by the IceHogs - Indy Fuel
- ECHL Announces Fines, Suspension - ECHL
- Mariners Sunday Road Game at Adirondack Postponed - Maine Mariners
- ECHL Announces Postponement of Thunder Games Through December 12 - Adirondack Thunder
- Tonight's Game against Adirondack Postponed Due to League Health and Safety Protocols - Reading Royals
- Game Notes: vs Kansas City - Rapid City Rush
- Quinn Wichers Called up to AHL Tucson - Rapid City Rush
- Glads Look to Finish off Three-Game Home Stretch - Atlanta Gladiators
- Aaron Luchuk Returns to Solar Bears - Orlando Solar Bears
- Lions Looking to Extend Winning Streak to 8 Games - Trois-Rivieres Lions
- First-Place Everblades Go for the Sweep in Norfolk - Florida Everblades
- Allen Holds off Thunder Comeback Bid - Wichita Thunder
- Rush Thump Mavericks, 7-3 - Rapid City Rush
- Goals in Each Period Lead Steelheads Past Stingrays, 3-1 - Idaho Steelheads
- Hard Fought Match Ends with Idaho on Top - South Carolina Stingrays
- Cyclones Gas Fuel, Take 6-2 Win - Cincinnati Cyclones
- Walleye Fall to Heartlanders, 3-2, in First Shootout of the Year - Toledo Walleye
- Teddy Bear Toss Friday at Xtream Arena Features First Shootout Win - Iowa Heartlanders
- Americans Take Both Games in Wichita - Allen Americans
The opinions expressed in this release are those of the organization issuing it, and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts or opinions of OurSports Central or its staff.
