EV Zug women show strong spirit against ZSC Lions

The EV Zug women's ice hockey team celebrated a 2-1 away victory in extra time against the ZSC Lions in the Women's League on Thursday evening in the Swiss Life Arena in Altstetten.
 

A win had seemed unlikely for a long time, with the Zurich team leading until just before the end, after Zoe Mächler opened the scoring in the 16th minute of the first session. The EVZ actually controlled the game, but simply couldn't find the back of the net. The Lions managed to break away with quick counterattacks, creating more dangerous scoring opportunities than Zug.

But, at last, Noemi Neubauerova scored the equaliser in the third session (56th minute; 1-1), and Ivana Wey then scored the winning goal in extra time (61st minute; 1-2) to turn the game around and avert defeat at the last minute.

Rahel Enzler (21), Annika Fazokas (12) and Noemi Neubauerova (81) celebrate the overtime winner.
Ice Disco in the OYM Hall after the match on 21st December
Photos: EVZ
 

With 18 wins and only 2 losses to date, the EVZ are the undisputed league leaders, with 54 points from 20 games, and are 7 points ahead of second-placed HC Ambri-Piotta (47 points, but played 2 games more). Third-placed SC Bern are well behind, with 36 points and a game in hand over the EVZ.

The EV Zug continue their campaign with yet another away game on Saturday, 6th December (5:45 pm in the Patinoires du Littoral in Neuchâtel) against the bottom-ranked Neuchâtel Hockey Academy (NHA).

There will then be a longer break before the next home game against SC Langenthal at 2:30 pm on Sunday, 21st  December in the OYM Hall.

And the day doesn't end after the match: the OYM Hall will then be transformed into a glittering ice rink for the Ice Disco. Visitors can the skate to cool music and enjoy the special atmosphere until 6:30 pm.
 

Admission to the Ice Skating
Match Attendants & Season Ticket Holders: All match attendees, season ticket holders (women's or men's team), children/teenagers under 18, and senior citizens can enjoy free admission to the ice disco.
For all other visitors: Those who only want to come for ice skating can purchase a ticket directly at the ‘Herti Zauber’ ticket office. The normal ice rink prices apply.

Ice Skates
Please bring your own ice skates – there are only a limited number available for rent. Ice skates can be rented at the ‘Herti Zauber’ ticket office. Changing rooms are available in the OYM hall.

So pack your ice skates, put on your ugly Christmas sweater, and bring your loved ones. Together, we'll make 21st December an unforgettable experience!