Rebels crowned in shootout by visiting Victoria Royals
An exciting affair on Saturday night at the Centrium between the Red Deer Rebels and Victoria Royals unfortunately ended in defeat for the home side.
Red Deer led early, came back in the third, but ultimately dropped a 3-2 shootout decision to the BC Division’s 2nd place team.
“It was a good game, a hard fought game,” coach Brent Sutter remarked post-game. “Both goalies were really good. At the end of the night, you have powerplays and chances, but you don’t capitalize, and we gave up a shorthanded goal. Overall, I was certainly happy with our compete level.”
Red Deer went 0/4 on the powerplay while giving up a second period shorty. Victoria went 0/5 with the man advantage.