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Vanišová’s Hat Trick Leads Ottawa to Victory Over New York Sirens

Tereza Vanišová made a significant impact in Saturday’s match, netting three goals within a rapid 10-minute period, helping the Ottawa Charge secure a 5-2 victory against the New York Sirens. This performance not only highlighted Vanišová’s scoring prowess but also showcased Ottawa’s relentless offensive strategy.

The match also featured a moment of history, as New York’s Abby Roque marked a milestone by scoring the first goal for Michigan in PWHL history. Roque executed a skillful high wrap shot, maneuvering behind the net before sending the puck soaring past Ottawa’s goalie Gwyneth Philips. This goal was particularly poignant for Roque, hailing from Sault Ste Marie, Michigan, as it marked a proud achievement for her home state.

Roque’s goal came just two minutes into the third period and brought the score to 3-2, momentarily breathing life into the Sirens’ chances. However, Vanišová responded swiftly, completing her hat trick nearly two minutes later and extending Ottawa’s lead to 4-2. Earlier in the second period, she had already signaled her dominance, scoring twice in the final minutes to give Ottawa a 3-1 advantage.

In the concluding stages of the match, Ottawa’s Emily Clark added to the scoreline with a goal midway through the final period, cementing the Charge’s win.

In terms of goaltending performances, Philips was a standout, making 34 saves to secure her team’s victory, while New York’s Corinne Schroeder turned away 26 shots but faced a challenging Ottawa offense throughout the game. This result keeps Ottawa in contention for the playoffs, as they remain just two points behind Minnesota for the fourth spot.

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