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.