Clarkson Triumphs Over St. Lawrence in Thrilling Women’s Hockey Overtime

ByCoach

The Clarkson University women’s hockey team showed grit and heart in a wild ECAC Hockey game against St. Lawrence University. The No. 10-ranked Golden Knights trailed by two goals but stormed back to pull off a 4-3 overtime win at Cheel Arena.

Sara Manness stole the show. She buried the game-winning goal just under three minutes into overtime, and earlier, she tied things up with a clutch power-play goal in the third period.

This win bumps the team’s season record to 11-6-2. In conference play, they’re now at 6-2-1.

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Clarkson’s Impressive Comeback

St. Lawrence came out hot and grabbed an early lead, putting Clarkson on their heels. The Golden Knights, though, didn’t fold—they dug in and found a way back into the game.

That third period power-play goal by Manness? It was a game-changer, setting up the frantic overtime finish.

Key Moments of the Game

Some moments just stood out:

  • Early Lead by St. Lawrence: St. Lawrence jumped on their chances and snagged a quick two-goal cushion.
  • Clarkson’s Response: The Golden Knights stayed locked in and chipped away at the deficit.
  • Manness’s Power-Play Goal: Sara Manness tied things up in the third with a huge power-play tally.
  • Overtime Heroics: Manness finished it off in overtime, capping a wild comeback for Clarkson.

Player Highlights

Sara Manness grabbed the headlines, but this was a group effort. The whole roster chipped in, showing off skill and a lot of fight all night.

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Sara Manness

Manness played lights-out. She delivered under pressure, finding the net when it mattered most—first on the power play, then again in overtime. Her leadership really seemed to steady the team in the big moments.

Team Dynamics

Clarkson’s chemistry was obvious. They adjusted on the fly and responded to every challenge, a credit to both the players and their coaches.

Implications for the Season

This win matters. At 11-6-2 overall and 6-2-1 in conference, Clarkson’s in a strong spot heading into the heart of the season.

Conference Standings

Clarkson moves up in the ECAC Hockey standings. Every matchup counts, and wins like this—especially against St. Lawrence—are huge for their playoff hopes.

Upcoming Challenges

Looking forward, the Knights will need to keep their edge. The next stretch of games will push their consistency and resolve, but this comeback could be just the spark they need.

Conclusion

The Clarkson University women’s hockey team pulled off a thrilling overtime win against St. Lawrence University. That game really showed off their grit and teamwork.

Sara Manness stepped up with some real heroics. The whole team pitched in, and you could just feel the Golden Knights’ potential on display.

If you’re curious about the full story, check out the article on NNY360.

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