William Smith hockey dropped a tightly contested 2-1 SUNYAC decision to No. 15 Plattsburgh on Saturday afternoon at The Cooler despite a strong defensive effort.
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First-year Finley Crosby scored the lone goal for the Herons, giving William Smith an early lead at the 12:12 mark of the first period after intercepting a clearing pass and finishing in front of the net. The goal was Crosby’s fourth of the season.
Plattsburgh answered early in the second period, tying the game just 75 seconds into the frame before taking the lead midway through the period on a one-timer from the right circle. The Cardinals maintained the advantage the rest of the way, holding off several William Smith opportunities in the third period.
Junior goaltender Mia Iwicki recorded 29 saves while playing more than 58 minutes in net, keeping the Herons within one goal throughout the contest. Plattsburgh goaltender Chloe Lewis stopped 22 shots to earn the victory. The Cardinals held a 31-23 edge in shots on goal, and neither team converted on the power play.
With the loss, William Smith moved to 9-11-0 overall and 5-4-0 in conference play, while Plattsburgh improved to 15-6-0 and 9-1-0 in SUNYAC action.
Prior to the game, William Smith honored seniors Allie Cimis, Seneca Urban, Kelly Howe and Fiona Gallagher during Senior Day ceremonies. Howe also became the 13th player in program history to appear in 100 career games.
The Herons return to action Tuesday, February 10, hosting Buffalo State at 2 p.m.
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