Eagles Soar Past Bruins 14-2 in Home Opener
After a tough season-opening loss in Lacombe, the Eagles couldn't have asked for a much stronger response at their home opener with a 14-2 victory over the Camrose Bruins. Innisfail took control early and never looked back.
FIRST PERIOD: Tyler Berkholtz opened the scoring midway through the first period, and the Eagles quickly added three more. Jordan Xavier, Riley Simpson and Terrell Vekved all found the back of the net as Innisfail carried a dominant 4-0 lead into the first intermission.
SECOND PERIOD: Xavier scored just 2:44 into the period before Jeremy Klessens scored twice to make it 7-0. Holden Knights added a power-play goal before Camrose got on the board. Xavier scored again 11 seconds later, followed by goals from Berkholtz, Simpson and Brandon Aab as the Eagles erupted for eight goals in the period and taking a 12–1 lead into the third.
THIRD PERIOD: The Eagles added two more in the third, with Chance Longjohn scoring his first of the season before Berkholtz completed his hat trick. Camrose added its second goal making the final 14-2. Innisfail finished the night with a 54-30 advantage in shots and converted on 4 of 10 power-play opportunities.
PLAYER HIGHLIGHTS
Jordan Xavier completed the hat trick and added an assist, earning First Star honours. Tyler Berkholtz recorded a hat trick, while Klessens scored twice and earned Second Star. Joe Vandermeer collected three assists and was named the game's Third Star.
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: The Eagles’ new 50/50 partnership with the Innisfail Legion is also helping support local organizations throughout the season. At Saturday’s home opener, members of The Men’s Shed helped sell 50/50 tickets. Congratulations go out to winner Tim Longjohn who took home $810 - and to the Men's Shed!
NEXT UP
The Eagles are back at the Innisfail Twin Arena on Saturday, October 24, when they take on the Westlock Warriors. Puck drop: 8:00 p.m.
About the Innisfail Eagles
The Innisfail Eagles are a senior hockey club based in Innisfail, Alberta, competing in the North Central Hockey League. Established in 1947, the Eagles are celebrating their 80th season.
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