Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Kennedy). They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 2-1 victory over the Lincoln Lancers on Thursday. The win was some much needed relief for the Commanders as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
Brian Villalba and
Xavier Velazquez scored both of Kennedy's goals, bringing their combined season tally to three goals.
Kennedy's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-5-1. As for Lincoln, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-4 record this season.
Kennedy will stay at home for another game and welcome Thornton at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Kennedy is facing Thornton at the right time seeing as Thornton is stuck on a five-game losing streak. As for Lincoln, they will welcome Green Mountain at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. Lincoln will also cruise into their next contest with the timing on their side: Green Mountain will have lost four straight heading into Monday's game.
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