John Honovic scored all four goals as Manalapan edged Old Bridge 4-3 in overtime at Old Bridge Ice Arena in Old Bridge.
Old Bridge (4-3) jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the first period thanks to goals from Nicholas Gallo and Chase Lynch. Manalapan (2-6) got on the board in the second period with Honovic’s first goal, but Old Bridge answered back to take a 3-1 lead into the third.
Honovic took over in the final frame, scoring twice to tie the game and force overtime. In the extra period, Honovic found the back of the net once more to complete his four-goal performance and secure the win for Manalapan.
Thomas Lena and Ryan Peters each had an assist for Manalapan. Maya Sturm made 27 saves on 30 shots in net.
Gallo finished with two goals and an assist for Old Bridge, while Lynch had a goal and an assist. Dylan Vislocky contributed two assists. Ben Hayon stopped 22 of 26 shots.
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