Husky Hockey Rivalry

Sports

By Erich Elliot 

Husky Herald Reporter

   The Marysville, Port Huron Northern rivalry met at an all-time high this year. Going into the first game against the Vikings early in the season Northern was defeated 3-1.  It was an all-out tough game but the Vikings came on top with the win.

   During the middle of the season, the rivals met for a second time and came up with a tie. I spoke to one of the captains Justin VanBuskirk (14) and I asked him what his game plan is when they go up against the rival for a third time; the first round in the district playoffs.

    “I expect it to be a hard fought game on both sides, we have to come out on fire from the start and continue to play husky hockey.” Said VanBuskirk (14). The puck drop was scheduled to be at 8:15 Wednesday night.

    Six minutes into the game and Marysville puts one in the back of the net to start off a 1-0 lead against the huskies.  After one period of play the Vikings lead 1-0.  Three minutes into the second Brandon Shagnea (15) gets a one timer to tie things up. 

    Shortly after Bailey McVety (16) sets up Clay Wilson (15) for the second goal to put the huskies up by 1. Hunter Austin (15) found the back of the net twice that night; Nate Wilson (15) also contributed to the 5-1 win with two points.  Justin VanBuskirk (14), Jake Schott (15), Luke Scahill (15) all had an assist.  Trevor Mamps (14) the huskies goalie managed to stop 22 shots from going in.  All though Marysville out-shot the huskies by 14, we still managed to come away with the win.    
Northern plays Saturday at 2:00 the team they play is unannounced.