SCHENECTADY, N.Y. – Elyssa Biederman scored with 35 seconds left in overtime to secure the extra point for the raiders in a 3-2 win over Union at M&T Bank Center on Saturday.
COACH DECOSSE’S COMMENTS
“A strong team weekend. It is indeed never easy to sweep in our league. we were proud of the way our team came together and found a way to get the win this afternoon.”
HOW IT HAPPENED
Colgate started the first period with a strong offensive presence, highlighted by Sara Stewart’s goal at 12:37, which was assisted by Casey Borgiel and Emma Pais. This early lead was bolstered by Elyssa Biederman’s power-play goal at 11:18, assisted by Borgiel and Taylor Senecal, pushing the score to 2-0. Colgate’s defense held firm, with Brooke Davis making crucial saves to maintain the shutout. The period concluded with Colgate ahead, 2-0.
Union opened the second period with momentum, as Maddie Leaney scored an unassisted goal at 18:10, cutting the Colgate lead to one. Colgate continued to press, with Pais and Chloe Goofers each generating opportunities, but were unable to alter the score. Davis provided key saves to maintain the scoreline. The period concluded with the Raiders ahead 2-1.
Colgate opened the third period with a strong faceoff win by Alexia Au