Listowel, Ont- The Listowel Cyclones completed a challenging week of competition that tested both depth and resolve, highlighted by a dramatic home-ice victory and strong individual performances across three contests.
Wednesday, January 7 — Road Test in London
On Wednesday night, the Cyclones traveled to London to face the London Nationals. Goaltender Jack Bree got the start and was sharp early, keeping Listowel within reach.
The Cyclones struck first in the opening period, as Keeton Middleton scored a short-handed goal to give Listowel an early advantage, with Trenton Harris earning the assist. Despite the strong start, the Nationals responded with sustained pressure, adding goals in both the second and third periods to secure a 6–1 result.
Bree turned aside 25 shots in a composed effort, battling through a busy night in the crease.
Friday, January 9 — Packed Barn, Big Finish in Listowel
Friday night saw the Cyclones return home to the Steve Kerr Memorial Arena, where a solid crowd of 715 fans created a loud and exciting atmosphere against the Chatham Maroons.
Listowel came out flying in the first period. Lyndon Cabral opened the scoring with Jack O’Donnell picking up the assist. The Cyclones extended the lead on the power play when Ethan Fischer found the back of the net, assisted by Ryan Cranny and Aiden Renaud, with Cranny recording his 10th assist of the season.
In the second period, Tate Berfelz added another for Listowel, finishing a play set up by Thomas Paleczny. Chatham responded with two goals of their own, setting the stage for a tense final frame.
The third period delivered the drama fans came for. Jack O’Donnell restored the Cyclones’ momentum with a goal assisted by Jordan Visneskie and Cabral. The Maroons answered back with two goals to force overtime.
After a scoreless three-on-three overtime, the game moved to a shootout. Cyclones netminder Ethan Kowatsch stood tall, denying all three Chatham shooters. Colton Henderson sealed the victory with the lone shootout goal, lifting Listowel to a thrilling 5–4 win. Kowatsch finished the night with an outstanding 38-save performance.
The evening also marked a successful equipment drive in partnership with Kowatsch and Their Opportunity, with all proceeds donated to support youth in need—underscoring the Cyclones’ ongoing commitment to the community.
Saturday — Battle of Perth County in St. Marys
On Saturday, the Cyclones were back on the road for the always-intense Battle of Perth County against the St. Marys Lincolns.
Jack Bree started in goal and made eight saves before leaving the game early due to injury. Ethan Kowatsch stepped in and turned aside 24 shots in relief. Despite the goaltending efforts, Listowel was unable to generate offense and fell 6–0.
Up Next
The Cyclones return home this Friday for a 7:30 p.m. puck drop, welcoming the Strathroy Rockets to the Steve Kerr Memorial Arena. With momentum from last Friday’s shootout victory and the continued support of Cyclones fans, the team looks to deliver another strong performance on home ice.
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