Runners Slip Past Bulls 4-2
March 21, 2015 - North American Hockey League (NAHL)
Topeka Pilots News Release
Coming off a 1-2-1 road trip that saw the team drop from first to third in the South, the Runners had something to prove against the Amarillo Bulls Friday night. Four goals and sixty minutes later, Topeka came out on top in dominating fashion, downing the Bulls 4-2.
After their first real scoring opportunity was waved off by the officials, Topeka charged to the lead on a Sam Rennaker netter (assisted by JB Baker and Sly Sutter) at 7:05 of the first, Rennaker and Baker would then assist Sutter on a goal at 10:14 and the Runners were off to the races with a 2-0 lead.
Daniel Rzavsky pressed things further with a score at 12:16 of the second period (assisted by Tyler Hayes) and then fed Yu Hikosaka who made a nifty move to fake the breezers off of goaltender Jacob Weatherly to make it 4-0 at 15:38. The Bulls finally broke free with a goal late in the second and another in the third but it would not be enough to overcome a strong defensive and offensive effort by the Runners. The Bulls were held to only 14 shots on the night and just two shots in the final period.
Saturday night is Pucks & Paws Night at Landon Arena. Fans can bring their dogs to the arena to help support Helping Hands Humane Society. Go to Helping Hands at 5720 SW 21st Street and purchase your dog ticket. Fans must provide proof of rabies vaccination to receive their tickets and must escort their dog during the game with a non-retractable leash. Helping Hands is selling human tickets as well with a portion of the proceeds going to benefit the Humane Society. The first 25 fans at the Jose Peppers Pregame Party (5pm-6pm) will receive a free set of RoadRunners dog tags courtesy of Jose Peppers. The first 500 fans through the doors at the game (6pm) will get dog tags as well. The Runners will also be auctioning off their game worn blue road jerseys. Minimum bid is $250. Auction registration and information can be obtained at Runners Team Merchandise located in the NE Concourse during the game. For more information on Pucks & Paws, call 785-286-PUCK or visit Helping Hands.
RoadRunners 2015-2016 Season Tickets are on sale now. Fans can purchase or renew season tickets for a special $15 discount per seat if they act before April 15th. RoadRunners Season Ticket Holders also receive over $300 in benefits with their tickets including free access to Topeka Capitals games, seat up grades, merchandise discounts, and much much more. For more information, call 785-286-PUCK or visit the RoadRunners offices at 1800 SW Exoduster Boulevard.
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