Minot Minotauros Dominate Bismarck Bobcats in NAHL Central Division Finals
The Minot Minotauros faced off against the Bismarck Bobcats in a thrilling best-of-five series in the NAHL Central Division Finals. The Minotauros came into the series looking for redemption after losing the last two games against the Bobcats in the regular season. And they did not disappoint, winning both games with impressive scores of 5-2 and 6-2.
In the first game, the Minotauros set the tone early with a goal from John Emmons in the first period. Despite a strong effort from the Bobcats, the Minotauros maintained their lead throughout the game, with standout performances from players like John Small and Jack O’Hanisain. Goalie Brady James also played a crucial role in securing the victory for Minot.
The second game saw the Minotauros continue their dominance, with Cayden Casey scoring two goals in the first period alone. Nicholas Sewecke also had a standout performance, scoring a hat trick and leading his team to a decisive 6-2 victory.
Minot’s head coach, Cody Campbell, praised his team’s focus and maturity in the face of aggressive play from the Bobcats. With key players like Sewecke, O’Hanisain, and Ketonen stepping up in the playoffs, the Minotauros are poised for success as they head to Bismarck for game three.
The series is far from over, but the Minotauros have shown that they are a force to be reckoned with. Fans can expect an intense battle as the two teams continue to fight for a spot in the NAHL Central Division Finals. Stay tuned for more updates as the Minotauros look to secure their spot in the championship round.