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Eagles again shined. After a rough rst round where they lost a game they were expected to win, the team bounced back for two strong victories.

In the second round, Emma was on her game, allowing two goals on 26 shots, giving the Eagles a 3-2 victory.

e Eagles made it to the championship round where they lost a tight game 4-3.

In a game where the Eagles led 3-0, a tough second period changed momentum, starting with a controversial call where referees ruled a tripping incident was agrant. Instead of a penalty box punishment, the referee allowed the other team to take a free penalty shot. Emma came up short, as the goal slid past her leg.

Besides her strong play and the support earned from both her teammates and fans, Emma is also one of the most respectful players on the ice, even in a game where a referee call changed the course of play.

After each game, win or lose, Emma can be seen shaking the referees’ hands.

“]Ultimately, as Emma continues playing and learning, the young player said she wants to eventually be a part of a championship team. e Eagles will continue their season through February.

“I just want to keep doing this and be the best I can be for my team,” she said.

“ As the season progresses, (Emma) continues to close-out games for us,” Castelli said. “Another thing that has led to her growing con dence is the hard work the team puts into our practices. at team bond and unity has transferred to the ice.”