By Lobo Hockey · Lobos Look to Bounce Back Against Colorado After Tough Road Series at GCU ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The University of New Mexico hockey team endured a diff…
Lobos Look to Bounce Back Against Colorado After Tough Road Series at GCU
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The University of New Mexico hockey team endured a difficult weekend in Arizona, dropping both games of a two-game series against Grand Canyon University. The Lobos fell 14–1 on Friday, November 6, before responding with a much stronger offensive performance in an 8–6 loss on Saturday.
Friday's opener proved challenging for New Mexico, as GCU capitalized on scoring opportunities throughout the contest. Issa Murakami scored the Lobos' lone goal, while goaltenders Kameron Remde and Van De Water faced a combined 76 shots.
Saturday's rematch showed significant improvement. The Lobos battled throughout the evening, scoring six goals and recording 44 shots on net. Murakami and Selvaer each scored twice, while Gutierrez and Staples added goals of their own. New Mexico pulled within one goal early in the third period before GCU secured the 8–6 victory.
Despite the weekend's results, Saturday's offensive resurgence provides something to build on as the Lobos return home for an important Big Mountain Hockey Conference (BMHC) matchup.
Looking Ahead: Colorado Comes to Albuquerque
The Lobos will host the University of Colorado on Friday, November 13, and Saturday, November 14 , in a crucial two-game conference series.
With valuable BMHC points on the line, New Mexico has an opportunity to improve its position in the conference standings and build momentum heading into the next stretch of the season.
The Lobos will look to carry Saturday's offensive energy into the weekend while tightening up defensively against a competitive Colorado squad.
Lobo fans are encouraged to come out and support the team as New Mexico returns to home ice for two important conference matchups.