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.