In a Junior Prospects Hockey League matchup that featured plenty of offense and special teams fireworks, the Lethbridge United edged the Lloydminster Athletics 7-5 in a back-and-forth contest. The game got off to a fast start with Lethbridge's Colin Fancy opening the scoring just 28 seconds in, setting the tone for a wild first period that saw three power-play goals. Carter Jensen answered for the United on the man advantage, but Lloydminster's Drew Stang responded with a power-play marker of his own. The period ended with Lethbridge's Toews Heggedal scoring another power-play goal, giving the visitors a 3-1 lead after a penalty-filled opening frame.
The second period proved decisive as Lethbridge exploded for three goals in a span of just over two minutes. Colin Fancy netted his second of the game, followed quickly by Kashton Gillis and Cohen Zasadny, with Zasadny's power-play tally standing as the eventual game-winner. Lloydminster showed signs of life when Rhys Clayton scored to make it 6-2, but Tyce Perkins restored Lethbridge's four-goal cushion late in the period. The United's offensive surge was backed by relentless pressure that resulted in 15 second-period shots, testing Lloydminster goalie Zachary Gorkoff repeatedly.
The Athletics mounted a spirited third-period comeback attempt, outshooting Lethbridge 13-11 in the final frame. Drew Stang scored his second of the game, this time shorthanded, before Madden Lorenson and Bryden Larsen added even-strength goals to pull within two. The late push created tension in the final minute, but Lethbridge's defense held firm to secure the victory. Despite the loss, Lloydminster's power play showed effectiveness, while Lethbridge's balanced attack—featuring multiple-point games from Cohen Zasadny, Kashton Gillis, Hudson Gauld, and Madden Lorenson—proved too much to overcome in this entertaining offensive showcase.
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