Connellsville, Pa. – The Connellsville Falcons continued their early‑season dominance on Tuesday night, defeating Trinity 5-2 and moving to a flawless 7-0 record in PIHL D2 Gold Division play. The win was sealed in the third period when the Falcons scored four unanswered goals.
Third‑period surge propels Falcons
Trailing 2-1 early in the third, the Falcons broke the deadlock at 12:55 when Liam King found the net on assists from Sam Denny and Connor Basinger, putting Connellsville ahead 3-2. The momentum did not stop there. Landon Garlick added a goal, followed by a third from TJ Snyder, who was set up by Mason Mazak. Those insurance goals stretched the lead to 5-2, securing the victory.
Balanced scoring and strong net play
Five different Falcons players recorded goals, underscoring the team’s depth. Andrew Weir delivered a solid performance between the pipes, stopping 20 of 22 shots faced. Trinity’s offense was led by Avery Mahan, who scored the opening goal at 6:35 of the first period with an assist from Cooper Herdman.
Trinity briefly reclaimed the lead in the second period when Ryan Boone scored on an assist from Riley Denny, but Connellsville answered back twelve minutes later as Mahan assisted Destin Porter for a 2-1 advantage heading into intermission.
Key moments
- William Whittaker’s unassisted goal at 8:27 of the third period tied the game at 2-2.
- Liam King’s third‑period winner gave the Falcons a 3-2 lead.
- Garlick and Snyder’s late‑period goals provided the insurance that sealed the win.
The Falcons’ strong start positions them as early contenders in the division, and the team’s balanced attack and reliable goaltending suggest they will remain a force as the season progresses.
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