The Calgary Crusaders mounted a strong third-period comeback to secure a 3-1 victory over the Riggers Hockey Academy in a hard-fought Hockey Super League matchup. The game was a defensive battle through the first two periods, with Riggers Hockey Academy's Parker McMillan breaking the deadlock late in the second period at 18:33. The goal gave the visitors momentum heading into the final frame, but the Crusaders had other plans.
Calgary's offense came alive in the third period, sparked by Chase Giesbrecht who tied the game at 15:59 with an unassisted effort. The turning point came just five minutes later when Beau Bennefield scored the game-winner at 10:01, assisted by Giesbrecht who recorded his second point of the night. Oliver Burak sealed the victory with an insurance goal at 5:32, set up by Sullivan Howe and Bennefield, who finished with a goal and an assist in the decisive period.
The physical contest saw multiple penalties throughout, with Riggers Hockey Academy's Ryan Mattheis and Cohen Golinsky each taking roughing minors, while Calgary's Sullivan Howe and Levi Giesbrecht also spent time in the box. Despite the penalty trouble, Calgary's defensive unit and goaltending held firm when it mattered most, limiting Riggers Hockey Academy to just one goal while the offense delivered when it counted to secure the comeback win.
