Friday: Lone Star Brahmas 3 @ El Paso Rhinos 4 – Brahmas & Rhinos fight it out this weekend as we prepare for a 2-game series! Brahmas are first on the board scoring at just under 7 minutes into the period. Jakub Jerman follows right behind after taking a goal for the Rhinos and tying the game up at 1-1. Deep into the second period Kyle Arias gives the Rhinos their second goal just before the Brahmas tie it back once more. Moving in to the third period we’re at 2-2 where the Rhinos ready their offense. Jake Cameron is clear to score the Rhinos’ third goal of the night, but the Brahmas once again tie it up with a score of their own. With one last minute goal from Frank Tafelski Rhinos took game #1 with a 4-3 lead.
Saturday: Lone Star Brahmas 4 @ El Paso Rhinos 1 – After taking Game 1 Rhinos aim for a complete sweep as Brahmas seek revenge. Brahmas take the early and mid game with one goal in both periods courtesy of Brock James. With the Rhinos still sitting at 0, we move to the third period where Brahmas increase their lead to 3-0. At just past 10 minutes in to the third period Rhinos are finally on the board as Paavo Hiltuunen scores the first goal of the night. Unfortunately Brahmas took one final goal and take Game #2 4-1, splitting the series with the Rhinos.