Gustavus Adolphus Women’s Hockey Triumphs Over UW-Eau Claire in Overtime

ByCoach

Nonconference matchups this week brought out some real drama from local college teams. The Gustavus Adolphus women’s hockey team edged UW-Eau Claire in a wild overtime finish.

Meanwhile, UW-Eau Claire’s women’s basketball squad kept their hot streak alive. The men’s basketball teams from UW-Eau Claire and UW-Stout, though, had a split bag of results.

Gustavus Adolphus Women’s Hockey Triumphs in Overtime

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The Gustavus Adolphus women’s hockey team scraped out a 1-0 overtime win against UW-Eau Claire. Mortenson scored the game-winner just 3:40 into OT, putting Gustavus Adolphus on top.

That goal capped off a tense, gritty contest. Both teams leaned heavily on their goaltending and defensive play, refusing to give an inch through regulation.

Key Moments of the Game

Neither side managed to score in regular time, so the pressure just kept building. Mortenson’s overtime strike didn’t just win the game—it showed how vital she is to this squad.

  • Overtime Heroics: Mortenson’s goal at 3:40 in OT sealed it.
  • Defensive Prowess: Both teams locked things down defensively all game.

UW-Eau Claire Women’s Basketball Continues Winning Streak

UW-Eau Claire’s women’s basketball team pushed their winning streak to four after beating St. Norbert College 70-63. The Blugolds kept up the pressure on both ends, showing flashes of real potential this season.

Game Highlights

Consistent scoring and smart plays kept them ahead. Key players took charge when it mattered, helping the team hold onto their lead.

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  • Consistent Scoring: The Blugolds stayed in control with steady offense.
  • Team Cohesion: Their unity and strategy shone through.

Mixed Results for Men’s Basketball Teams

UW-Eau Claire and UW-Stout’s men’s basketball teams saw very different outcomes. UW-Eau Claire rolled past Bethel University 68-52, bumping their season record to 7-0.

UW-Stout, on the other hand, ran into trouble against Hamline University and dropped their game 85-68.

UW-Eau Claire’s Dominant Performance

UW-Eau Claire kept their unbeaten run alive with a convincing win. Their defense really stepped up, shutting down Bethel’s offense and making things look pretty comfortable by the end.

  • Unbeaten Streak: The Blugolds are now 7-0.
  • Defensive Strength: Defense made all the difference in this one.

Challenges for UW-Stout

UW-Stout’s night didn’t go as planned. Hamline University took control, and Stout just couldn’t find their rhythm, especially on defense.

  • Areas for Improvement: Defense and consistency tripped them up.
  • Learning Opportunities: The loss gave Stout plenty to think about going forward.

Gustavus Adolphus’ women’s hockey team pulled off an overtime win in their recent nonconference matchup. That 1-0 victory had fans on the edge of their seats.

UW-Eau Claire’s women’s basketball team kept up their winning streak. The men’s basketball squad also showed some serious potential out on the court.

If you want more details or updates on upcoming games, check out the original article on WQOW.

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