The home barn was buzzing Monday night as the Wings squared off against the Eastern Shore Mariners for their first clash of the season—and they wasted no time setting the tone. Just under two minutes into the opening frame, Lucas Van Dusen struck first, burying a beauty off a crisp setup from Blake Matthews. It was the kind of start that electrified the bench and let the Mariners know exactly what kind of night they were in for.

Eastern Shore managed to level the score before the end of the first, but that would be the last time they found any momentum.

The second period belonged entirely to the Wings. Just over a minute in, Beckett Tink snapped one home to reclaim the lead—and that marker ultimately stood as the game-winner. But the boys weren’t done yet. Matthews and Tink each added another before the period closed, giving the Wings a commanding edge and all the swagger heading into the third.

The final frame saw the Wings continue to roll. Hunter Rozee capitalized on a strong offensive push, finishing a play built from the blue line up by Thatcher Anderson and Carson Ellis. That one sealed the deal and wrapped up what can only be described as a clinic.

With so many contributors and highlight-reel moments, choosing a standout wasn’t easy—but one player rose above the rest. Leading one of the hardest-working, most dangerous lines all game, bringing relentless heart and hustle, Holden Campbell earned the Wings’ Player of the Game.

Final Score: Wings 5 – Mariners 1

A statement win, a complete team effort, and a powerful way to kick off this season’s matchup with Eastern Shore.