Gilmour Academy Lancers (Gates Mills, OH) fans left the game thrilled Friday as they witnessed their ice hockey team achieve victory over the visiting Nichols Vikings (Buffalo, NY), 6-1 in a non-league match.

The Lancers (4-1) will now prepare for their match against Tournament Opponent (, ). The enter the non-league match with a 7-8 record.

Next up, the Vikings encounter the Millbrook School Mustangs (Millbrook, NY) in a non-league match, on Friday, December 29. Nichols will attempt to advance on its 8-4 season record. The Mustangs enter the match with a 3-5 record after their 3-2 non-league loss to Gilmour Academy (Gates Mills, OH).