Cushing Academy Penguins (Ashburnham, MA) fans left the game thrilled Saturday as they witnessed their ice hockey team achieve victory over the host Tournament Opponent (, ), 8-4 in a non-league match.

The Penguins (9-2) will now prepare for their match against Varsity Opponent (, ). The enter the non-league match with a 15-34 record.

Next up, the encounter the Frederick Gunn Highlanders (Washington, CT) in a non-league match, on Friday, January 5. Tournament Opponent will attempt to advance on its 7-13 season record. The Highlanders enter the match with a 7-3 record after their 3-0 non-league win over St. Paul's (Concord, NH).