Frederick Gunn Highlanders (Washington, CT) fans left the game thrilled Sunday as they witnessed their ice hockey team achieve victory over the host Nichols Vikings (Buffalo, NY), 6-2 in a non-league match.

The Highlanders (8-5) will now prepare for their match against Albany Academy for Boys (Albany, NY). The Cadets enter the match with a 4-6 record.

Next up, the Vikings encounter the Albany Academy for Boys Cadets (Albany, NY) in a match, on Friday, January 12. Nichols will attempt to advance on its 8-7 season record.