Madison – The University of Wisconsin men’s hockey team earned a hard‑fought 1‑0 win against Robert Morris on Saturday night at the Kohl Center. After a scoreless first period, senior forward Grady Deering broke the deadlock during a power‑play in the second period, providing the lone goal of the game.
Key moments
Early in the second period the Badgers earned back‑to‑back power‑play opportunities. On the second chance, Deering redirected a point shot from teammate Logan Hensler into the net, giving Wisconsin a 1‑0 lead that would hold for the remainder of the contest.
Defensively, the Badgers dominated the puck battle, outshooting Robert Morris 43‑18 and striking the wood three times, though none found the back of the net. Goaltender Daniel Hauser was flawless, stopping all 18 shots he faced. His composure was bolstered by solid defensive play, including a clean back‑check by sophomore Bruno Idžan on a breakaway in the third period.
Looking ahead
The victory puts Wisconsin at 2‑0 on the season and sets the stage for their first road series of the year. The Badgers will travel to Minnesota State for a two‑game set on Oct. 9‑10, with puck drops scheduled for 7 p.m. on Friday and 6 p.m. on Saturday. Coach insert coach name if available emphasized the importance of maintaining the defensive discipline displayed against Robert Morris as the team prepares for the upcoming challenges.
Fans in Madison praised the team’s effort, noting the strong defensive performance and the timely scoring. The Kohl Center atmosphere remained lively throughout, with supporters cheering each power‑play and rallying behind Hauser’s shutout effort.
Statistical snapshot
- Final score: Wisconsin 1, Robert Morris 0
- Goal scorer: Grady Deering (power‑play, 2nd period)
- Shots on goal: Wisconsin 43, Robert Morris 18
- Save percentage: Daniel Hauser 100% (18‑0)
- Key defensive play: Bruno Idžan’s back‑check on a third‑period breakaway
The Badgers will look to build on this defensive showcase as they head into their next series, hoping to translate the early‑season momentum into a successful campaign.
Original reporting: Appleton, WI News Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
