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Wings Remain Undefeated With 15-14 Overtime Victory Over Buffalo

January 26, 2008 - National Lacrosse League (NLL)
Philadelphia Wings News Release


PHILADELPHIA - Veteran Jake Bergey scored 20 seconds into overtime to lead the Wings past Buffalo, 15-14, Saturday at the Wachovia Center in front of 10,542 fans. The Wings gave up their lead late in the fourth quarter, but were able to force overtime with less than two minutes left on the clock. Bergey scored four goals in the win, while Athan Iannucci had another strong night with four goals and three assists. Goalie Rob Blasdell made 48 saves on 62 shots.

"I thought our veterans were terrific," said Wings' Head Coach Dave Huntley. "Bergey, Hajek, and Van Beek did a great job and so did our defense."

The Wings scored two goals in the first two minutes to take the quick lead. The two teams battled back and forth until late in the half when the Wings scored five unanswered goals to take a 9-5 lead into the locker rooms. Iannucci and Bergey each scored a hat trick for Philadelphia in the first half.

Buffalo outscored Philadelphia, 5-4, in the third quarter, but the Wings preserved their lead with four power play goals. It was a physical quarter, with 28 minutes in penalties. Buffalo didn't give up as they fought back to take a 14-13 lead. Jamie Rooney was able to tie the game for Philadelphia and force overtime with a goal at 13:07.

Athan Iannucci (4G, 3A) led the Wings in scoring with seven points. Six other players scored goals for Philadelphia, including Geoff Snider (2G), Jamie Rooney (2G,1A), Merrick Thomson (1G,4A), Dan Marohl (1G,3A), Taylor Wray (1G,1A), and Jake Bergey (4G ). Goaltender Rob Blasdell made 48 saves.

Mark Steenhuis led the Bandits in scoring with five points (4G,1A). Six other players scored for Buffalo, including John Tavares (2G,5A), Clay Hill (1G), Kevin Dostie (4G,1A), Cory Bomberry (1G,5A), Dan Teat (1G,3A), and Roger Vyse (1G,5A). Goaltender Michael Thompson had 37 saves on 52 shots.

NOTES: The Philadelphia Wings' Merrick Thomson was named the NLL's Rookie of the Week for his performance in last Friday's 15-14 win over the National Lacrosse League's defending champions, the Rochester Knighthawks at the Wachovia Center. Thomson recorded three goals and three assists, while picking up five loose balls.

For a complete scoring of tonight's game, log on to www.pointstreak.com .

The Wings face the Colorado Mammoth in their first road game of the season on February 15 before returning home to host the Minnesota Swarm on Friday, February 22 at Wachovia Center at 8 p.m. Great seats are still available, and can be purchased by visiting www.wingslax.com or at the Wachovia Complex Box Office. Pro-rated season tickets are available by calling the Wings ticket office at (215) 389-WING(9464).

The Philadelphia Wings are owned and operated by Philadelphia Wings L.P. whose principal owners are Russ Cline, Chris Fritz, and Michael French. Comcast-Spectacor serves as the marketing, promotional, advertising, sponsorship, and publicity arm of the Wings.

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