Trumbull Eagles Hockey

The Trumbull Eagles opened the CIAC DII play-offs with a 5-2 win over the Branford Hornets at the Northford Ice Pavillion. The Eagles were lead by junior, Anthony Criscuolo who had two goals and two assists. Sophomore, Ryan Criscuolo added two goals of his own and senior, Kyle Essary contributed a goal and an assist. Ryan Kisken and Matt Christoffersen each had an assist. Charlie Ogalin shut the door on the Branford attack which did not scored until late into the third period. Trumbull moved the puck up ice with speed and precision. They were strong along the boards with solid work from Patrick and James Devore, Allen Mihai and Chris Charland. The young line of Chris Hinesley, Dan Hyde and Jordan Kennedy continued to provide a spark whenever called upon. The Eagles will face #16 Chesire, who upset #1 East Catholic. The game will be this saturday 3/6 at The Wonderland of Ice @ 7:30pm.