In a Junior Prospects Hockey League matchup defined by relentless offense and a parade to the penalty box, the Coquitlam HC emerged victorious with a 7-4 road win over the Lloydminster Athletics. The game was a back-and-forth battle from the opening face-off, with Coquitlam striking first just 37 seconds into the contest as Colby Monette, assisted by Matteo Kokkas and Nathan Hillmann, set the tone. The Athletics responded with a power-play marker from Kaythin Mirasty, set up by Rylan Marr and Shia Josue, and later took a 2-1 lead on an even-strength goal from Josue himself, with helpers from Rhys Horon and Madden Lorenson. However, the second period belonged entirely to the visitors. Coquitlam unleashed a four-goal barrage, starting with a power-play goal from LJ Edmondson and continuing with tallies from Kokkas, Christiano D'Addabbo, and Jacob Keller to build a commanding 5-2 lead heading into the final frame.
The third period saw the Athletics attempt a furious comeback, outshooting Coquitlam 23-15. Rhys Horon brought Lloydminster within two goals midway through the period, converting a pass from Drew Stang and Blair Erickson. But the game's physical nature, which saw a total of 20 minor penalties and a misconduct, ultimately swung momentum back to Coquitlam. A major scrum at the 13:38 mark resulted in multiple roughing minors and a misconduct for Coquitlam's Taran Biring. Despite the Athletics' pressure, Coquitlam's power play proved lethal. Christiano D'Addabbo netted his second of the game on the man-advantage, and Dominic Allegretto added another power-play goal late to seal the 7-4 victory. Nathan Hillmann was a setup machine for Coquitlam, racking up four assists, while Colby Monette finished with a goal and three helpers.
While the Athletics' offensive effort was persistent, generating 60 total shots, they couldn't overcome Coquitlam's efficient finishing and special teams dominance. Shia Josue stood out for Lloydminster with a goal and two assists, but the story was Coquitlam's balanced attack and their ability to capitalize on their chances. The game's chippy conclusion, with numerous coincidental minors, underscored the intense battle, but Coquitlam's second-period explosion and steadfast power play were the decisive factors in securing the two points on the road.
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