The Oswego State women’s hockey team ran into some trouble tonight as they got defeated by the host Castleton Spartans 2-0 in front of just under 200 fans. The Lakers (0-1-0, 0-0) got shutout by Castleton goalie Paula Stephens, who had 28 saves for her first shutout of the season. Bridget Smith had 15 saves in the 1st period alone, as she allowed only 2 goals in the loss. She recorded 32 saves in her losing effort. Castleton (1-0-0, 0-0) scored both goals in the 2nd period with goals coming from Brianna Keats and Sam Pion, with both goals coming on the power play (2-10).

The Lakers had their chances on the power play, with 8 chances, failing to score on any. (0-8) The Lakers get another chance for their 1st win of the season tomorrow against New England College at 3 P.M.