It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Elkhorn had no problem doing just that on Saturday. Their defense stepped up to hand the Greendale Panthers a 3-0 shutout. That's more bragging rights for Elkhorn, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
The victory made it two in a row for Elkhorn and bumps their season record up to 13-3-4. The wins came thanks in part to their defensive effort, having only given up zero goals over those two matches. As for Greendale, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost nine of their last 12 contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 9-13 record this season.
Elkhorn will face off against Whitefish Bay on Thursday. Greendale does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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