University of New Haven stormed into Worcester Ice Arena and delivered a commanding 6-2 victory over Worcester Polytechnic Institute on Saturday night, showcasing the offensive firepower that has made them a formidable force in ECHC play this season.
The Chargers’ balanced attack was spearheaded by a pair of two-goal performances from Trent Macri and Giancarlo Montanaro, who capitalized on their scoring opportunities throughout the contest. Macri’s double extended his hot streak, building on his early-season production, while Montanaro continued his torrid pace with another multi-goal effort that showcased his clinical finishing ability.
Jimmy Brady provided the perfect complement to the goal-scorers, recording a goal and an assist to reach the two-point mark alongside defenseman Brady Tomassi, who distributed two assists from the blue line. The offensive depth was further demonstrated by contributions from Evan Fassett, who found the back of the net, while Griffin Manske and Anthony Rosa each chipped in with helpers to round out the scoring parade.
The victory improved New Haven’s record to 11-7 overall as they continue building momentum in conference play. For WPI, the loss served as an early-season reality check as they begin their campaign in what promises to be a competitive ECHC season.
The Chargers’ ability to generate offense from multiple lines and execute their game plan on the road signals their potential as a serious contender in the ACHA ranks, setting up what should be an intriguing remainder of the regular season as conference standings begin to take shape.