At the Milton Keynes Arena on March 24, 2024, the Milton Keynes Lightning showcased a dominant performance against the Bristol Pitbulls, ending the game with an 8-1 victory. The match unfolded over three periods, demonstrating the Lightning’s offensive prowess and strategic gameplay.
First Period
The game kicked off with an energetic start from both teams. Milton Keynes Lightning found the net first with Liam Stewart capitalizing on a pass from Toms Rutkis and Mack Stewart at 11:20. Shortly after, Toms Rutkis extended the lead with a goal assisted by Mack Stewart and Ben Brown at 11:34. The Pitbulls managed to respond with a powerplay goal from Bayley Harewood, assisted by Bari McKenzie and Adam Harding at 12:59, closing the first period at 2-1 in favor of the Lightning.
Second Period
The second period saw the Lightning intensify their attack, adding three more goals to their tally. Harry Gulliver found the back of the net at 23:16, followed by Tim Wallace at 28:17, and Toms Rutkis completing his brace at 35:44. The Pitbulls struggled to answer back, leaving the score at 5-1 by the end of the second period.
Third Period
Continuing their dominance, the Lightning added three more goals in the third period. Rory Herrman scored at 41:31, Nathan Ripley at 42:18, and Liam Stewart sealed the victory with a goal at 47:54. The period ended without any response from the Pitbulls, concluding the match with an 8-1 win for the Lightning.
Goal Scorers and Assists Table
| Team | Scorer | Assist 1 | Assist 2 | Type | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milton Keynes Lightning | Liam Stewart | Toms Rutkis | Mack Stewart | Even Strength | 11:20 |
| Milton Keynes Lightning | Toms Rutkis | Mack Stewart | Ben Brown | Even Strength | 11:34 |
| Bristol Pitbulls | Bayley Harewood | Bari McKenzie | Adam Harding | Powerplay | 12:59 |
| Milton Keynes Lightning | Harry Gulliver | Nathan Ripley | Even Strength | 23:16 | |
| Milton Keynes Lightning | Tim Wallace | Ross Venus | Callum Field | Even Strength | 28:17 |
| Milton Keynes Lightning | Toms Rutkis | Liam Stewart | Mack Stewart | Even Strength | 35:44 |
| Milton Keynes Lightning | Rory Herrman | Even Strength | 41:31 | ||
| Milton Keynes Lightning | Nathan Ripley | Harry Gulliver | Rio Grinell-Parke | Even Strength | 42:18 |
| Milton Keynes Lightning | Liam Stewart | Ross Venus | Rory Herrman | Even Strength | 47:54 |
Penalties Table
| Team | Player | Penalty | Mins | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milton Keynes Lightning | Callum Field | HOOK | 2 | 12:27 |
| Bristol Pitbulls | Sam Smith | TRIP | 2 | 13:18 |
| Bristol Pitbulls | Bayley Harewood | ELBOW | 2 | 37:11 |
| Bristol Pitbulls | Sam Smith | TRIP | 2 | 45:58 |
| Milton Keynes Lightning | Harry Gulliver | TRIP | 2 | 48:37 |
Goaltender Summary
| Goaltender | Total Shots Faced | Save Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Jordan Hedley | 25 | 0.96 |
| Dean Skinns | 59 | 0.864406779661017 |
Player Summary
Milton Keynes Lightning
- Liam Stewart: 2 Goals, 1 Assist
- Toms Rutkis: 2 Goals, 1 Assist
- Mack Stewart: 2 Assists
- Harry Gulliver: 1 Goal, 1 Assist
- Nathan Ripley: 1 Goal, 1 Assist
- Rory Herrman: 1 Goal, 1 Assist
- Ross Venus: 2 Assists
- Tim Wallace: 1 Goal
- Ben Brown: 1 Assist
- Callum Field: 1 Assist
- Rio Grinell-Parke: 1 Assist
Bristol Pitbulls
- Bayley Harewood: 1 Goal
- Bari McKenzie: 1 Assist
- Adam Harding: 1 Assist
