The No. 15 ranked UConn women’s hockey team secured a 3-2 victory over the Vermont Catamounts after a thrilling comeback on Sunday afternoon. Freshman forward Claire Murdoch led the charge with two goals in the third period, propelling the Huskies to victory. Senior goalie Megan Warrener made 21 saves in her ninth start of the season.
Murdoch opened the scoring in the first period, but Vermont quickly responded to take a 2-1 lead. UConn dominated possession in the second period, outshooting the Catamounts. In the third period, junior defender Meghane Duchesne-Chalifoux tied the game before Murdoch sealed the win with her second goal, bringing her season total to nine.
The Huskies will face the Maine Black Bears on Friday, January 17 at 6:00pm in their next game at Storrs. The team looks to continue their momentum from this victory and build on their success as they push towards their goals for the season. Tickets for the upcoming game are now available for fans wanting to support the UConn women’s hockey team in their pursuit of further victories in the season.
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