Knights R3D Rally to Defeat Bow Valley Flames Black in Strong 3–1 Victory

Knights R3D Rally to Defeat Bow Valley Flames Black in Strong 3–1 Victory

February 1, 2026 — Trico Arena

The U11 Knights R3D delivered a poised, determined, and well‑executed performance on Sunday afternoon, battling back from an early deficit to defeat the Bow Valley Flames Black by a score of 3–1. Their depth, discipline, and relentless pressure shone throughout all three periods, proving once again why this group is one of the most exciting young teams to watch in Tier 3 South.

⭐ Game Summary

The Flames struck first at 6:23 of the 1st period, capitalizing on a quick transition finished by #6 Gabriel Guenette. Despite the early goal, the Knights remained calm and confident, controlling puck possession and steadily generating quality chances.

That persistence paid off in the second period, when the Knights took over the game completely:

Second‑Period Momentum Shift

• Goal 1 — 6:39
  #8 Alyan Jiwa buried the equalizer, finishing a clean setup from #6 Zayn Afech. Jiwa’s awareness and quick release brought the bench to life and marked the turning point of the matchup.

• Goal 2 — 1:07
  Moments later, #9 Parker Curley gave the Knights the lead with a laser of a shot off a beautiful feed from #18 Spencer Monette. Curley’s intensity and knack for finding open ice were on full display.

Third‑Period Lockdown

The Knights put the game out of reach in the third:

• Goal 3 — 10:46
  #18 Spencer Monette capped off a standout performance, scoring the insurance goal off a crisp pass from #11 Samuel Corkum. Monette’s two‑point night anchored the Knights’ offense.

From there, it was all structure and discipline. The Knights closed out the game with smart defensive play, strong breakouts, and reliable puck support throughout the lineup.

🔥 Stat Leaders — Knights R3D

Goals

• #8 Alyan Jiwa — 1
• #9 Parker Curley — 1
• #18 Spencer Monette — 1

Assists

• #6 Zayn Afech — 1
• #18 Spencer Monette — 1
• #11 Samuel Corkum — 1

Points

• #18 Spencer Monette — 2 (1G, 1A)
• #8 Alyan Jiwa — 1 (1G)
• #9 Parker Curley — 1 (1G)
• #6 Zayn Afech — 1 (1A)
• #11 Samuel Corkum — 1 (1A)

Standout Team Stats

• Shots were not recorded on the official sheet, but the Knights generated significantly more zone time and offensive chances through their aggressive forecheck and strong puck recovery.
• Penalty discipline remained excellent — zero penalties for the Knights all game.

🧱 Defensive Excellence & Goaltending Stability

While the stats sheet didn’t include goalie save totals, #31 Jacob Gordon played the full 39 minutes, holding the Flames to just one early goal. His steady positioning and confident puck tracking gave the Knights the security they needed to push offensively.

The defensive unit — led by strong positional play from players like Finley MacDonell, Bella Wallace, and Roarke Kerr — limited Bow Valley’s scoring chances and kept the slot well protected throughout the final two periods.

🎯 Key Highlights

1. Resilience After Early Goal

Many teams tighten up when facing an early deficit, but the Knights did the opposite: they elevated their play, controlled possession, and dictated the pace from that point on.

2. Dominant Second Period

The Knights’ best hockey came in the middle frame — quick puck movement, relentless pressure, and well‑executed offensive zone cycles. As well as a fiesty scrum  broke out defending the Knight Tender

3. Depth Scoring

Three different goal scorers. Three different players with assists. A textbook example of a balanced, team‑driven win.

4. Smart, Disciplined Hockey

No penalties. Clean breakouts. Active sticks. That’s winning hockey.

🏒 Post‑Game Outlook

With this victory, the Knights R3D continue building momentum in the second half of the season. Their commitment to team structure, effort, and unselfish play is paying off — and performances like this one show they’re trending in exactly the right direction.

If the Knights keep playing this brand of hockey, they’ll be a force every time they step on the ice.