Trumbull Eagles Hockey

The Newtown Nighthawks bested the Watertown Indians 4-1 and the Trumbull Eagles beat the Branford Hornets 7-6 in OT during the first annual New Years Eve High School Hockey Face-Off.

Branford dominated the early going, jumping out to a commanding 5-1 lead as a sluggish THS defense struggle with the Hornets aggresive forecheck.  Just when it looked like it was time to pack the bus, Branford took a string of penalties that allowed Michael Ahearn and the Trumbull power play to get the Eagles back into the game.  THS scored three power play goals and Ahearn ended the night with 4g & 2a including the short handed game winner in OT.

It was a great event for all the teams involved and the win improves Trumbull's record to 5-1-0.