by Joseph Furtado
Monroe, LA – In their highly anticipated return to the ice after a 23-year hiatus, the Monroe Moccasins were met with a 7-2 defeat by the Athens Rock Lobsters during the teams’ season opener. Despite an impressive pregame presentation and enthusiastic support from the home crowd, the visiting Rock Lobsters secured a decisive road victory.
The game began with a great atmosphere and the crowd on its feet as the puck dropped, marking the beginning of the inaugural season for both teams. However, Athens forward Garrett Milan quickly quieted the Monroe crowd, netting two goals within the first three minutes of play.
Brad Reitter provided a spark for the Moccasins, scoring both of the team’s goals, including one shorthanded in the first period. Despite his efforts, the offensive firepower of the Rock Lobsters proved to be too much for Monroe, as Athens would add four more goals to secure a commanding 7-2 win.
Both teams will face off tomorrow night at 7:00pm at the Monroe Civic Center.
source: https://www.federalhockey.com/news/game-recaps-10/11/24
