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LET'S GO MADDOGS 💙
🗞️ Match Report – 6 June 2026
🦴 Maddogs 7 – 5 Phoenix 🐦🔥
Andy's Gas Bristol Maddogs finally got off the mark for the season with a hard-fought 7–5 victory over the Plymouth Phoenix at Planet Ice Bristol.
After a difficult start to the campaign, having faced some of the league's strongest teams in the opening fixtures, the Dogs knew this was a huge opportunity to pick up their first points of the season. With a shuffled line-up and three debutants in the squad, the Maddogs delivered a determined team performance to secure a deserved win.
There was plenty of excitement ahead of face-off as Bart F, Chloe Hodge, and Nathan Evans all made their Maddogs debuts. Making the step up can often bring nerves and uncertainty, but all three settled in quickly and showed exactly why they had earned their opportunity.
Nathan Evans wasted little time making his mark, finding the back of the net on debut, while Chloe Hodge enjoyed a night to remember, registering three assists and playing a key role throughout the game. Bart may not have found the scoresheet, but his work rate and commitment helped the Dogs roll four lines and maintain pressure on the Phoenix all night.
The game started at a high tempo, with both sides creating chances early. The Maddogs showed far more composure than in recent outings and were rewarded with goals from Richie Hargreaves and Tom Potter to establish an early advantage.
Plymouth battled hard and remained within touching distance throughout the game, but the Maddogs continued to find answers whenever the visitors threatened a comeback. Goals from Evans, Juri Lukionov, Matt Causon, and a second strike from Potter ensured the Dogs remained in control.
Richie Hargreaves, who finished the night with two goals and three assists, while Tom Potter continued his impressive recent form with two goals and an assist.
The Phoenix pushed hard in the closing stages, but strong defensive work and key saves ensured the Maddogs held on to claim a 7–5 victory and their first win of the campaign.
Just as importantly, the performance showed the progress the team has been making in recent weeks. The Maddogs played with confidence, moved the puck well, and worked hard for one another across all three periods.
With the first points of the season finally on the board, the Dogs can now look ahead with renewed confidence as they continue their league campaign.
🏆 Player Awards
MOM: Chloe Hodge 🏆
MPOG: Chloe Hodge 🏆
The debutant certainly didn't disappoint. Three assists, a composed performance throughout, and recognition from both the coaching staff and teammates saw Chloe complete a memorable first outing in Maddogs colours.
📊 Scoring Summary
* Richie Hargreaves – 2 Goals, 3 Assists
* Tom Potter – 2 Goals, 1 Assist
* Nathan Evans – 1 Goal
* Chloe Hodge – 3 Assists
* Jack Newton – 2 Assists
* Juri Lukionov – 1 Goal, 1 Assist
* Matt Causon – 1 Goal
* Ian Calligeros – 1 Assist
* Rowen Berry – 1 Assist
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A complete team effort. Three debutants. One debut goal. Three debut assists. Two points secured.
🐾 THIS IS MADDOG TERRITORY 🏒
