Sharks harpooned by 73's

By Greg Coulter

WHEATLEY — Despite battling hard for a solid three periods, the Wheatley Omstead Sharks came up short on the scoreboard at home last Wednesday, October 27.

A strong opening 20 minutes gave the boys an 11-8 shot advantage but a power play goal and a last-minute marker vaulted Essex to a 2-0 lead.

Essex gained the upper hand in the second with two more to build a commanding 4-0 lead into the third.

The Sharks fought hard right to the last buzzer but could not dent the twine while holding the opposition off the scoresheet.

Jackson Ford had a solid game in the net with 29 saves, while the Sharks responded with 27 shots. Brandon Davis earned third star of the game in a gutsy performance, levelling many bruising bodychecks.

“I was pleased with a good effort through all 60 minutes, but the team needed some better execution against a veteran opposition,” said head coach Josh Carnevale. “Hard to play catch-up against the stronger competition.”

The Sharks look to have some veterans back in the lineup soon to take some pressure off the rookies who have performed well early in the season.

The attendance was announced at 288 fans.