Cole Harbour

Wings Fall 4–1 to Bedford Blue, but Show Heart on Home Ice

   

Last night at Scotia 2, the Wings faced off against the Bedford Blue in what proved to be another tough matchup on home ice. Despite the final score of 4–1 in favor of the Blue, the Wings battled hard from start to finish, showing determination and grit until the final buzzer.

The Blue came out strong, capitalizing on their chances and holding the Wings scoreless through much of the game. But this Wings team wasn’t about to let Bedford skate away with a shutout. Late in the third period, #8 Van Dusen broke through the Blue defense and buried one to get the Wings on the board, with assists coming from #4 Anderson and #16 Sampson. The bench erupted, and the goal was a well-earned reward for a team that never stopped pushing.

One player in particular stood out for his all-around effort — #14 Ellis Young, who earned Player of the Game, proudly sponsored by Omega Formwork Inc. Young’s relentless play and willingness to put his body on the line set the tone for his teammates and drew praise from coaches and fans alike.

With a few days to reset and refocus, the Wings will look to bounce back when they hit the road on Saturday, November 1st, for a rematch against Bedford Blue at the Greenfoot Energy Centre. Puck drop is at 12 noon, and the Wings are determined to return the favor on Bedford’s home ice.

Stay tuned, Wings fans — this team’s story is still being written.