NORTHFIELD, Vt. - Ending a three-game series, the Castleton men's hockey team fell to Norwich at Kreitzberg Arena by a final score of 6-1.
Freshman
Stone Stelzl put Castleton (0-7) on the board late in the third period, marking the first of his career. The tally also ended the Cadets' shutout streak of 11 games.
Norwich (3-0) struck early with a power play goal by Michael Green and never looked back. The Spartans trailed 2-0 at the end of the opening period before an explosive second period put the hosts up 5-0. Felix Brassard found the back of the net twice in the session.
Stelzl's goal came with just over three minutes remaining in the contest.
Jahwara Rennalls was credited with an assist, giving him the team-lead at three.
Brandon Collett received the starting nod and made 23 saves on 28 shots. Senior
Luke Cohen saw his first action of the season as he entered in the second period. The veteran netminder stopped 15 shots, allowing one goal over the final 27 minutes.
Castleton hosts Skidmore on Friday, March 12 - the tilt will kickoff a three-game series. Friday's contest is scheduled for 7:30 PM.