Box Score BELLEVILLE, Ill. -
Kyle Miller stood on his head and made 27 saves to lead Lindenwood University-Belleville to a 4-1 victory over Davenport University.
Lindenwood University-Belleville was led by Duane Wainman, who had one goal. Wainman scored 11:38 into the first period to make the score 2-0 Lindenwood University-Belleville. Brandon Janke provided the assist.
Lindenwood University-Belleville excelled on the penalty kill, not giving up a single goal in three chances. The 24 shots that Lindenwood University-Belleville put on net surpassed Lindenwood University-Belleville's average of 6.8 shots per game this season. Lindenwood University-Belleville got an offensive boost from its blueliners, who contributed two goals during the game.
Lindenwood University-Belleville additionally got points from John Crusinberry, who also grabbed one goal and one assist to lead the team in points. Others who scored for Lindenwood University-Belleville included Christian Tyson and William Varner, who scored one goal each. In addition, Lindenwood University-Belleville received assists from Jonathan Philley and Landon Hiebert, who each chipped in one.
Davenport University could not produce up to its normal offensive output. Davenport University puts an average of 3.2 pucks into the net per game. With 28 shots on target during the contest, Davenport University exceeded the 9.0 shots it averages per game this year.
Davenport University was led by Blake Damerow, who scored the team's only goal. Damerow scored 2:32 into the third period to make the score 3-1 Lindenwood University-Belleville. Branden Burton picked up the assist.
Lindenwood University-Belleville incurred 10 minutes in penalty time with five minors. Christian Thompson made 20 saves for Davenport University on 24 shots. Davenport University incurred six minutes in penalty time with three minors.
"We scheduled tough teams to start our season for a reason," commented head coach Chris Green. "We wanted to be tested and even though it has been tough on us, it has conditioned us for the rest of the season. I am very proud of this hockey club and the progress we have made. It's only October and there is plenty of time left in the season."
