McNiven leads Georgetown to shutout victory over Trenton
The Georgetown Raiders used a sparkling performance by Michael McNiven to take down the Trenton Golden Hawks, as the netminder did not allow a goal in Georgetown's 4-0 shutout victory.
The Raiders were led by Steve Midensky, who racked up one goal. Midensky scored 10:51 into the first period to make the score 1-0 Georgetown. Gavin Shantz picked up the assist.
Georgetown's penalty kill was spotless, allowing no goals on five Trenton power plays. The Raiders kept Trenton's goalie busy throughout the game, and Denny Dubblestyne made 27 saves on 31 shots. Georgetown could not stay out of the penalty box, as the team accrued 24 minutes in penalties during the game.
Georgetown additionally got points from Steven Mueller, who also tallied one goal and one assist to lead the team in points. Georgetown also had goals scored by Ryan Smith and Liam Board, who each put in one. More assists for Georgetown came via Tyler MacPherson, Steve Hladin, Richard Court, and John Adams, who each chipped in one.
The Golden Hawks were held below their usual level of production. Trenton averages 4.2 goals per game. The Golden Hawks forced the Raiders goalie McNiven to work between the pipes, taking 33 shots. Trenton could not stay out of the penalty box, as the team accrued 24 minutes in penalties during the game.
McNiven rejected 33 shots on goal for Georgetown. The Raiders registered one goal on five power play opportunities.
