Women's Ice Hockey

After a rocky start to the season, the Ohio State women’s ice hockey team found their rhythm, securing two dominant wins against Bemidji State in their first road trip of the year. Following back-to-back losses, the Buckeyes rebounded in impressive fashion, outscoring the Beavers 11-2 over the two-game series.

Game 1 Recap: Buckeyes Dominate with 8-2 Victory

Ohio State wasted no time in their first win of the season, scoring three goals on their first three shots in a blistering opening period. Makenna Webster kicked things off just two minutes into the game, with Josie St. Martin and Kiara Zanon quickly following suit. By the end of the first period, the Buckeyes held a commanding 5-0 lead, with goals from Jenna Buglioni and Webster again.

The scoring continued into the second, as Jocelyn Amos and Jordyn Petrie extended the Buckeye lead to 7-1 by the second intermission. Bemidji State managed two goals, but Ohio State sealed the game with Petrie’s second goal in the third period for an 8-2 final.

Key Stats from Game 1:

  • Ohio State outshot Bemidji State 34-10.
  • Makenna Webster and Jordyn Petrie led the Buckeyes with two goals each.
  • Amanda Thiele earned her first win of the season, making eight saves.

Game 2 Recap: Ohio State Completes Sweep with 3-0 Shutout

In Saturday’s game, the Buckeyes faced a more resilient Beavers defense but still found a way to win. The first period ended scoreless, with both teams struggling to find the back of the net. It wasn’t until midway through the second period that Joy Dunne broke the tie with a close-range goal, assisted by Sloane Matthews.

Ohio State continued their offensive push in the third period, with freshman Jordyn Petrie netting her third goal of the weekend and Josie St. Martin adding another late goal to secure the 3-0 win. Goaltender Hailey MacLeod earned her first shutout of the season, stopping all 15 shots from the Beavers.

Key Stats from Game 2:

  • Ohio State outshot Bemidji State 55-15.
  • Hailey MacLeod recorded her first shutout with 15 saves.
  • Freshman Jordyn Petrie now leads the team with four goals on the season.

Up Next: The Buckeyes (2-2-0) continue their road stretch as they head to face No. 8 St. Lawrence on Oct. 4-5. Both games will be streamed on ESPN+.