Spiders start strong, but lose to Outlaws 6–1

The Spiders started out strong and looked good in the first, getting the first goal of the game from Spiders goal-scoring leader Dave Schliesman, unassisted. Both teams were equally matched in the first, with 11 shots and one goal each. But it wouldn’t last, and the Spiders couldn’t get anything through the Outlaws’ goalkeeper, who stopped everything the rest of the game despite some great chances, including three power-play opportunities.

The lone Spiders goal, from center Dave Schliesman, at 11:10 in the first, unassisted.

The lone Spiders penalty from defenseman Carlos Eberhardt, for hooking, at 11:14 in the third period. He looked pretty innocent though.

The Spiders put up a very respectable 27 shots on goal, and goalkeeper Jeff Keacher, fresh back from international travel, made some great stops, with 26 saves on 32 shots.

For details, see the game summary. And, again, many thanks to Julie Berris, the Spiders official team photographer executive media specialist, we have a ton of game photos:

For details, see the box score and game summary.

Game media

Our esteemed coach Austin Lindstrom looks on from behind the bench.

Julie Berris

Our esteemed coach Austin Lindstrom looks on from behind the bench.

Right wing Bob “Bobby” Jensen (5) threads the defense, while left wing Lu Kwan (17) waits for a pass.

Julie Berris

Right wing Bob “Bobby” Jensen (5) threads the defense, while left wing Lu Kwan (17) waits for a pass.

The Spiders and Outlaws pose for a photo. The Spiders, from left, Mike Montgomery (96), Carlos Eberhardt (11) and Ted Samsel (21).

Julie Berris

The Spiders and Outlaws pose for a photo. The Spiders, from left, Mike Montgomery (96), Carlos Eberhardt (11) and Ted Samsel (21).

Center Dave Schliesman (24) beats the D.

Julie Berris

Center Dave Schliesman (24) beats the D.

Center John Rajes (8) and left wing Ben Tesch (42) play keepaway with the Outlaws defense.

Julie Berris

Center John Rajes (8) and left wing Ben Tesch (42) play keepaway with the Outlaws defense.

Center Doug Thorson (45) draws a tripping penalty in the second period.

Julie Berris

Center Doug Thorson (45) draws a tripping penalty in the second period ...

... And defenseman Jeremy Litton (14) also draws a hooking penalty in the third period, or just stops to take a rest.

Julie Berris

... And defenseman Jeremy Litton (14) also draws a hooking penalty in the third period, or just stops to take a rest.

Center John Rajes (8) tries to bang one through a wall of Outlaws.

Julie Berris

Center John Rajes (8) tries to bang one through a wall of Outlaws.

Defenseman Mike Montgomery (96) allowing the Outlaws forward to get a closer look his new Montreal stick blade.

Julie Berris

Defenseman Mike Montgomery (96) allowing the Outlaws forward to get a closer look his new Montreal stick blade.

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