TU posts another dramatic OT victory 3-2 over Findlay

Tiffin's defense allowed only four shots on goal against the Oilers.
Tiffin's defense allowed only four shots on goal against the Oilers.

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Tiffin University (4-3, 4-3 GMAC) continued its recent hot streak, posting its third win in four games with another overtime thriller victory at Findlay 3-2.

The Dragons continue to battle for seeding in the upcoming GMAC Tournament and are masters of their own fate with one game remaining April 19 at home vs. Walsh. The Dragons are lining themselves up to host the quarterfinal round on April 24, and the win against the Oilers put them in prime position.

After a scoreless first half, TU scored two goals to give itself a solid lead. Juan Rosique took a pass from Caleb Gibbons in the 49th minute to get on the board, then made it 2-0 when Eduardo Carvalho took Odun Obebe's pass and drove it home in the 57th minute.

Findlay stunned the Dragons with back to back goals in the 76th and 78th minutes, equalizing the game with a minimum of opportunities. Overall the Dragons defense was rock solid, allowing just four shots on goal for the entire game, yet the Dragons could not net their third goal in regulation.

It took TU just two minutes in the overtime period to end it, as Carvalho scored an unassisted goal to give TU its second consecutive OT victory.

Declan Lehman got the win in goal, making 2 saves in 92 minutes of work.

Overall TU outshot Findlay 21-14.

TU's next opponent will be announced this weekend once all teams have completed their regular seasons.