The Ontario hockey squad opened its season in decisive fashion, posting a 4-2 victory over Ashland that left the crowd buzzing.
Offensive firepower
Freshman forward Keatyn Kilgore sparked the offense with a brace, while senior Braelyn Llewellyn and sophomore Mia Moton added their own goals, giving the team a balanced scoring attack.
Veteran Maia Fox chipped in with an assist, underscoring the depth of playmaking talent on the roster.
Defensive foundation
Coach Larry Atkinson praised the team’s defensive solidity, noting that limiting Ashland’s chances was a key factor in the win, even as the squad recognized the need to sharpen finishing.
Ashland’s resilient effort
The home side, coached by Lee Hunt, struggled early but found moments of brilliance, with junior Mia Gonzalez delivering a brace that kept the contest competitive.
Hunt acknowledged initial growing pains but highlighted the bright spots, especially Gonzalez’s contributions, as encouraging signs for the remainder of the campaign.
Both teams left the rink aware of specific areas to refine, with Ontario focusing on converting chances and Ashland aiming to tighten defensive organization before their next fixtures.