Beacons Hold Off Vikings

SALEM, Mass. -- Gianna Skrelja's second period power play goal was the difference as UMass Boston defeated Salem State, 1-0 in New England Hockey Conference (NEHC) action on Saturday afternoon at Rockett Arena. The Beacons take both games in the two-game set after winning, 5-1 the night before. UMass Boston goes to 4-2 and 4-0 in the NEHC this season. The Vikings are now 1-4 and 0-4 in conference.

How it Happened:

• Skrelja's second period power play goal accounted for the only scoring over the first two periods as UMass Boston carried a 1-0 lead into the third.
• Brooke Dineen had Salem State's best scoring opportunity midway through the second as she deked her defender to create an open look, but her shot sailed just high.  
• Despite being outshot 26-10 over the first two periods, the Vikings held their own to keep the deficit to a goal.
• Salem State played a spirited third period as Delaney Cox stopped all 11 shots she faced in the third, including a three-on-one that would have sealed the game for the Beacons. 
• The Vikings then pulled their goalie, but could not manufacture any scoring opportunities over the final two minutes.     

Inside the Numbers:

• Ginny Curello (2-0)earned the win in net with 13 saves.
• Despite the loss, Cox (0-2) played well in net for Salem State, making 36 saves. 
• UMass Boston won 37-of-56 faceoffs (.661) 

Up Next:

Salem State takes on Plymouth State next on Tuesday, November 19 at 6:00 pm.