A strong third period pushed the Homer Mariners passed the Kenai Kardinals 7-1 in North Star Conference hockey action on Thursday night at the Soldotna Regional Sports Complex.
The Kardinals, after allowing two first period goals, scored their only goal just :25 seconds into the second period by Tristen Bulot to draw to within a goal at 2-1. Kenai looked in position to tie the game at the start of the third period; as the Kards, down 2-1, opened the period with a power play opportunity. However, Homer scored a short-handed goal just :33 seconds into the third and added four additional goals in the period for a 7-1 Mariner victory. Kiril Sanarov scored four goals for the Mariners, including three in the third.
The Kardinals and Soldotna Stars face-off to close the regular season next Saturday, January 31. SoHi travels to Anchorage for games on Friday against East and Saturday against Dimond at Ben Boeke Arena.
Current North Star Conference Standings
Palmer 6-1-0
Colony 5-1-1
Wasilla 5-2-1
SoHi 2-6-1
Homer 3-6-1
Kenai 2-7-0
