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12U Yetis Earn Two Strong Wins in Three Game Weekend
The 12U Yetis took on a three game weekend and delivered two hard earned victories built on teamwork, clean execution, and consistent effort across all three matchups.
Saturday opened with a confident 3 to 1 win over the 14ers. The group settled in after a scoreless first and took control by working together and capitalizing on their chances. Gideon Gonzales broke the ice early in the second, and the momentum continued when Reece Wilkinson finished a play built from smart puck movement by Palmer Semore and Hunter Schrock. In the third, Schrock added insurance to secure the win. The group generated steady pressure from all lines, backed by strong defending in front of Pittman.
Game two tested the team differently. Littleton controlled more of the play, and despite several good efforts to push back, the Yetis couldn’t find the net in a 3 to 0 loss. Amos Pittman turned away a heavy workload and kept the game within reach, and the skaters continued to compete through the final whistle.
On Sunday, the Yetis reset, refocused, and responded with a complete performance in a 2 to 1 win against Littleton. Weston Dikes set the tone with a first period goal and later delivered the game winner in the third. The team defended with discipline, kept shifts tight, and protected the middle of the ice while Pittman held strong again to close out the weekend.
Across all three games, the 12U Yetis showed growth in their structure, confidence with the puck, and commitment to supporting each other shift after shift. The group walked away with two wins, a strong save percentage from Pittman, and another step forward in their development.
14U Yetis Strike Big Across Weekend Series
The SLV Yetis 14U put together a productive weekend, opening with a hard earned win, battling through a tough second contest, and finishing with a dominant performance on Sunday.
They started against Hyland Hills Black in a tightly played game where composure mattered. Finnegan Wermes opened the scoring with an unassisted finish. Eliott Mackey added two more, the first coming off a setup from Nigel Bahr and the next off a smart feed from Landon Artaechevarria. With the game still tight late, Wermes struck again unassisted to secure a 4 to 3 victory. In net, Zaine Eskew stayed sharp with 18 saves.
The second matchup with Hyland Hills pushed the Yetis to fight through momentum swings. Mackey scored late in the first period with help from Jonathon Brooks, added another in the second on a feed from Wermes, and then completed the hat trick early in the third with an unassisted short handed finish. Despite the offensive push, Hyland Hills took control during the second period and capitalized on special teams to hand the Yetis a 5 to 3 loss.
On Sunday, the Yetis took command in a 9 to 3 win over Woodland Park. Wermes drove the scoring with a series of unassisted goals, including one in the first, one early in the second, and several more throughout the third. Artaechevarria added a strong three goal performance, scoring once unassisted in the second and then twice more off clean setups. His second was created by Wermes, and his third came from a combination play by Creedence Dick and Wermes. Mackey added another goal in the third on a feed from Artaechevarria. Eskew handled the shots he faced cleanly to close out the weekend.
Across the weekend, the SLV Yetis 14U showed confident execution, strong puck movement, and continued growth in all zones as the season moves forward.
18U Yetis Reset and Rise in Sunday Road Split
The SLV 18U Yetis faced a demanding two game road test on Sunday, opening with a tough 4 to 2 loss to Hyland Hills Grey before answering with a composed 5 to 1 win over Hyland Hills Black. The day showed the group’s maturity and their ability to reset quickly and respond with purpose.
The morning matchup against Grey started with confidence. Jonah Pittman struck early off strong puck support from Foster Boyd and Jediah Montoya, and Boyd added another in the second with help from Brady Van Iwaarden. The Yetis were in control until Hyland Hills broke through later in the second. That goal shifted the entire pace. Grey surged, capitalizing on loose pucks and converting three times in the final period, including a shorthanded finish. Despite the pressure, Clayton Treinen stayed composed and finished with 19 saves. The Yetis matched the Grey attack in shots, but the timely bounce never appeared.
The group could have carried that frustration into the afternoon. Instead, they showed what leadership looks like at this level. Against Hyland Hills Black, SLV dictated the game from the opening puck drop. Cael Canaan sparked the effort with a first period turnover and finish. Early in the second, Simon Pittman buried a clean setup from Van Iwaarden, and the Yetis never lost control from there.
The third period displayed the team’s maturity and depth. Le Cours opened the scoring with support from Boyd and Van Iwaarden. Pittman followed with a shorthanded strike built on pressure and added another moments later. Hyland Hills picked up one late, but the Yetis held firm. Treinen was steady throughout, turning away 11 of 12 shots while the Yetis outshot their opponent 33 to 12.
Across both games, the Yetis demonstrated resilience, accountability, and the ability to grow through adversity. The morning setback did not define them. Their response in the second game made that clear.
18U Yetis’ Split Saturday With Solid Win and Tight Loss
The 18U team delivered a strong morning victory and a competitive afternoon effort in a well-played Saturday doubleheader.
The 18U Yetis put together two determined performances on Saturday, earning a well-built win in their morning game before skating through a close, disciplined matchup in the afternoon. Across both contests, the group showed leadership, composure, and steady growth as they settled into the rhythm of early-season play.
In the first game against NCYH Black, the Yetis established their momentum quickly. Foster Boyd opened the scoring in the first period, finishing a play supported by Clive Bahr and Marli Disco. Boyd struck again early in the second, this time with help from Brady Van Iwaarden and Cael Canaan, giving the Yetis control of the flow.
NCYH Black answered midway through the second, but the Yetis quickly regained their rhythm. Clive Bahr added to the lead early in the third, and Jace Sanchez capped the scoring in the closing minutes with support from Jediah Montoya. Goaltender Clayton Treinen delivered a composed outing, turning aside the chances he faced and helping secure a 4–1 win.
The afternoon game against NCYH Navy brought a tighter defensive battle. Navy scored once in the first and again midway through the second, building a lead that forced the Yetis to stay focused and patient. The group generated steady pressure throughout, outshooting Navy in every period but finding limited space around the net.
Late in the third, the Yetis broke through on a shorthanded effort from Brady Van Iwaarden, who turned an aggressive penalty kill into a key momentum shift. The Yetis gained life with Van Iwaarden’s late goal, but the clock ran out before they could find the equalizer. Treinen remained sharp in his second start of the day, handling the limited chances he faced and keeping the game within reach.
Through both games, the Yetis demonstrated leadership, poise, and a balanced approach to the early season. The mix of a confident morning win and a hard-fought afternoon finish provided a clear foundation for what this group can build on as they move deeper into the schedule.
14U Yetis Build Momentum With Gritty Tie and Confident Win
The 14U Yetis opened their season with a determined third-period comeback on Saturday, then followed it with a poised, well-executed victory on Sunday to close a strong opening weekend.
The 14U Yetis began their season with two games that showcased who they are becoming as a team: confident, resilient, and ready to compete. The group earned a hard-fought tie on Saturday before stepping back on the ice Sunday morning and delivering their first win of the season.
Saturday’s matchup against NCYH Navy started slowly on the scoresheet, with neither side finding the net in the first period. Navy broke through in the second with a three-goal stretch, including a power play tally that created a steep climb for the Yetis heading into the final frame. But the group didn’t back off. Instead, they responded with maturity and focus.
Early in the third, Elliott Mackey sparked the comeback, striking three times and lifting the Yetis to a 3–3 tie. His natural hat trick brought new energy to the bench and shifted momentum for the rest of the game. Goaltender Zaine Eskew anchored the effort with steady play, turning aside 10 shots and helping the team earn its first point of the season.
The next morning against Greeley, the Yetis carried that momentum straight into their second matchup. They pushed the pace from the start, outshooting their opponent and dictating play. Mackey set the tone again, scoring twice in the first period, one coming on the power play. In the second, Landon Artaechevarria added another, building on the pressure with help from Finnegan Wermes, keeping the Yetis in control as the game tightened.
The defining play came in the third when the Yetis turned a penalty kill into opportunity. Mackey completed a standout weekend by finishing a shorthanded chance off passes from Creedence Dick and Kole Wilkinson, a goal that ultimately stood as the winner. Eskew delivered another reliable performance with 19 saves, shutting down Greeley’s late push and securing a 4–3 victory.
Across both games, the Yetis showed the confidence and execution expected at the 14U level. They battled through adversity, trusted their structure, and leaned on each other when moments tightened. The combination of Saturday’s comeback and Sunday’s composed win set a strong foundation for the season ahead, reflecting the effort, leadership, and pride of a team ready to grow every week.
18U Yetis Open Season with Effort and Energy
THE 18U YETIS STARTED THEIR SEASON WITH TWO CLOSE GAMES THAT SHOWED BOTH PROGRESS AND POTENTIAL.
The SLVYHA 18U Yetis showed determination and grit in a two-game weekend road series against the Littleton Hawks 18U Black, falling 2–1 on Saturday and 4–3 on Sunday in back-to-back close contests.
Saturday’s opener was a defensive battle from the start. Goalie Clayton Treinen turned aside 18 shots, keeping the Yetis within reach all game. The Hawks struck early in the first, but the Yetis responded midway through the second when Brandon Gay buried a setup from Reagan Curtis to even the score. Despite a strong push late, the Hawks found the edge in the third, handing the Yetis a narrow 2–1 loss.
Sunday’s rematch was a fast-paced, high-energy contest that came down to the final minutes. Brenner Griffin opened scoring for the Yetis in the first period off a feed from Reagan Curtis. The second period saw the Valley offense click again, with Foster Boyd converting on a setup from Reagan and Sydney Curtis before Cael Canaan drove one home unassisted to make it 3–1. The Hawks rallied in the third, capitalizing on sustained zone pressure to net three unanswered goals and steal the 4–3 win.
Across both games, the Yetis’ work ethic stood out. Treinen was strong between the pipes, facing over 50 shots on the weekend, while the team’s balanced scoring showed continued depth and development.
Though the results didn’t go their way, the 18U Yetis demonstrated the leadership and composure that define this age group: focused, resilient, and united in their effort. The group continues to represent Valley hockey with pride and purpose, embodying the Yeti spirit of hard work and community every time they hit the ice.
