COLUMBUS, Ohio. – The Panthers handled the Buckeyes with ease as they defeated them 5-2 and increased their win streak to three. Davenport had a great end to the first period and a stellar start to the third period to solidify the victory. The women's hockey team has won three straight games and have seem to found their groove.

THE BASICS
Final Score: Davenport 5, Ohio State 2
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Records: Davenport 6-6, Ohio State 0-3-1

GOALS PER PERIOD
1^st Period: DU-2, OSU-1
2^nd Period: DU-0, OSU-0
3^rd Period: DU-3, OSU-1
Final: DU-5, OSU-2
 
HOW IT HAPPENED
-The Buckeyes of Ohio State struck first as they scored the opening goal of the game in the first period. Davenport responded with two of their own by Megan Martin and Jaiden Forrest. They were assisted by Emily Ellis and Patsy Howe.
-Neither team was able to score in the second period as both teams defense and goalies were like brick walls. Davenport would hold the lead after two periods 2-1.
-Davenport got things started early in the third period with back to back goals by Adrienne Porcalla and Lexie Boydston to take a 4-1 lead. Ohio State responded with a goal of their own with 2:21 left in the third period to cut the lead to 4-2. Porcalla rang up another goal shortly after and increased the lead to three goals.
-Porcalla led DU with two goals.
-Multiple Panthers contributed with assists.
 
COACHES CORNER
"It was a good game for us" said head coach Kurt Carter. "We came out flat and together as a team we overcame that and finished the game strong. If we want to make it to the playoffs we can't afford to give away games. These are the games we need, league games, so we need to take care of business each and every game. We need to play with consistency".

 
UP NEXT
The Panthers turn right back around and face off against the same Ohio State team today at 5 p.m. Davenport looks to increase their win streak to four and increase their momentum moving forward.