MADISON, Wis. - The Merrimack Warriors Women's Hockey team battled hard but were defeated by the Wisconsin Badgers by a score of 6-1 on Friday night.
The Basics
Merrimack (6-11-2, 3-8-2): 1, Wisconsin (15-4-0, 10-4-0): 6
Merrimack were able to take the lead just over 10 minutes into the contest as Ally Qualley tipped in the original shot by Sophie McKinley, but the Badgers were able to tie the game just 12 seconds later. Calli Hogarth made 15 saves in the first period as the first period ended tied.
In the second period, Calli Hogarth made 14 saves but Wisconsin scored twice, to carry a two-goal lead into the final regulation period.
Wisconsin would score three times in the final four minutes to close out the contest.
Notes and Numbers
- Ally Qualley's goal was her second of the season.
- Sophie McKinley was the only Warrior credited with an assist on Qualley's goal.
- Ashlyn Kroes blocked a team high six shots.
- Calli Hogarth made 42 saves in the game.
Stats:
Powerplays: MC: 0-2 | WISCO: 1-5
Shots on Goal: MC: 18, WISCO: 48
Faceoffs: 19 MC | 39 WISCO
Blocks: 27 MC | 6 WISCO
UP NEXT:
Merrimack takes on Wisconsin again tomorrow, at 6 PM.
