The Florida Everblades defeated the Jacksonville Icemen 2-1 in overtime Friday in Jacksonville, Florida. Ryan Mast scored the winning goal, giving Florida its first overtime victory of the season. The result also ended Jacksonville’s three-game winning streak.
Ben Brar opened the scoring late in the first period with his second goal of the season. Jesse Lansdell assisted on the play after a Jacksonville pass deflected off an official and went to Lansdell. Both teams recorded eight shots on goal in the opening period.
The second period was scoreless, and Florida held its 1-0 lead deep into the third. Bennett MacArther tied the game for Jacksonville with 21.4 seconds remaining in regulation. The goal sent the game to overtime.
Both teams hit the post and created quality chances in the extra period. Broten Sabo set up Mast for the winning goal during a two-on-one opportunity. Mast’s goal secured Florida’s first overtime win of the season.
Florida overcame a shot disadvantage
Jacksonville outshot Florida 28-24, marking the first time the Everblades had been outshot this season. Florida went 0-for-4 on the power play, while Jacksonville finished 0-for-5. Craig Needham recorded assists in back-to-back games.
Jacksonville’s overtime record dropped to 3-3 after the loss. The Icemen also saw their three-game winning streak come to an end. Florida will face Jacksonville again Saturday, November 7, at 7 p.m. at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena.
FSB Take
Florida recovered after Jacksonville forced overtime with 21.4 seconds remaining in regulation. Mast’s goal gave the Everblades their first overtime win of the season despite Jacksonville holding the shot advantage. The teams will meet again Saturday at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena.
Source: Original report