A late goal by Mount Royal University Cougars led to a 6-4 defeat for MacEwan Griffins, resulting in a 2-0 sweep in the Canada West quarter-final series. Despite the loss, coach Zack Dailey expressed pride in the team's fighting spirit, emphasizing their grit and determination.

By the Numbers
  • MacEwan Griffins twice held the lead in the game.
  • The Cougars' Robbie Fromm-Delorme scored the late goal with 4:02 remaining, breaking the 4-4 tie.
  • Mount Royal University Cougars advance to the Canada West semifinals against the Calgary Dinos.
Yes, But

Despite the disappointment of the loss, Coach Dailey emphasized the valuable playoff experience gained, hoping it will benefit the team in the future.

State of Play
  • MacEwan Griffins' season comes to an end with the tough loss.
  • Coach Dailey expressed deep pride in the team's performance and lauded the graduating senior players for their dedication and leadership.
What's Next

The experience gained in the playoffs is expected to contribute to the team's calmness and readiness in future high-intensity situations.

Bottom Line

Despite the defeat, the MacEwan Griffins' strong performance and tenacity in the face of a challenging opponent indicate a promising future for the team.