Don Valley Vikings V Leeds Warriors

Final Score: 6-6 (Vikings win 8-6 in shootout)

A rollercoaster showdown between the Don Valley Vikings and Leeds Warriors ended in dramatic fashion, as the Vikings claimed a nail-biting 8-6 victory in the shootout after a 6-6 regulation and overtime stalemate.

Scoring Summary – Vikings Goals:

#87 Malcolm Smith – Hat-trick (3 goals)

#9 Pete Schofield – 1 goal

#66 Pawel Krawczyk – 1 goal

#48 Matt Needham – 1 goal

#68 Andy Pickering – 1 goal

The Vikings’ attack was relentless, with Smith leading the charge and Krawczyk providing key support on both ends of the ice.

Shootout Heroes

When it mattered most, the Vikings showed ice in their veins.

Shootout goals:

#66 Pawel Krawczyk – Calm and clinical

#87 Malcolm Smith – Capped off a brilliant night with the shootout decider

Goaltending from #21 Ben Allender and composure sealed the win, with the Vikings converting both attempts and shutting out the Warriors in the shootout.

Man of the Match: #68 Andy Pickering

Pickering’s impact went beyond the scoresheet. He was relentless on the forecheck, physical in the corners, and came up with a crucial goal at a key moment. His energy and consistency throughout the game made him the clear choice for Man of the Match.

Viking of the Game: #66 Pawel Krawczyk

Krawczyk delivered a complete performance—grabbing a regulation goal, a clutch shootout finish, and making key defensive plays. His two-way effort and composure under pressure earned him Viking of the Game honors.

This one had everything: end-to-end action, individual brilliance, and a shootout to top it off. The Vikings continue to build momentum, showing they can win in high-pressure moments. The Warriors pushed them to the limit, but in the end, it was Don Valley’s night.

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