Irondequoit Two Late Goals Get Win

April 22, 2025 - In an MC-D2 league face-off today, Irondequoit edged out Thomas 9-8 in a tightly contested game. Irondequoit jumped to an early lead with freshman Kieran Stenzel securing a hat trick and Dylan Carey contributing two goals and an assist. Cooper Moore added a goal and two assists, while Doug Velepec scored twice. Senior goalie Sven Habitzreuther anchored Irondequoit’s defense with a 62% save rate, recording 13 saves over 48 minutes.

Thomas rallied from a slow start with Brett Mersdorf leading the charge, scoring four goals and providing one assist. Jonah Jobson added three goals, while Brandon Trottier contributed a goal, and Mason Mylott and Jake Nicolay chipped in with assists. Junior goalie Joshua Jobson held firm in goal with a 55% save rate, making 11 saves during the game. Despite a strong third-quarter surge, Thomas was unable to overcome Irondequoit's two last quarter goals by Doug Velepec.

The series history between the teams remains evenly matched, with both programs now boasting 14 wins apiece. Irondequoit's next game is at Penfield on April 26th, while Thomas faces Hamburg on April 24th.     [ Story and BOX SCORE]