Despite a slow start, the tigers were able to pull off a 7-0 victory over Fort Zumwalt West in their home opener.

The first period was full of penalties from both teams. Senior forward Adam Schafer took a four minute penalty, but the Tigers were able to kill it off. With a goal coming late from defenseman Jake Faulkner (10), the Tigers were able to take a 1-0 lead going into the second.

The Tigers came out strong in the second period, netting 2 more goals to take a commanding 3-0 lead. Senior forward Lance French scored later setting him up for the hat trick.

“It was a great way to kick off my senior season and I look forward to the rest of the season “ French said

The tigers came into the third with an offensive explosion. with an additional two goals from French, the Tigers were able to secure the 7-0 victory. Senior goaltender Blake Chapman netted the shutout.

“It was unreal to play in front of all the fans, they’re great” Chapman said, “The team played great defense so I didn’t have to do much all night, I expect us to make a deep run in the playoffs and hopefully meet our final goal.”