The Penticton Vees have earned their first win in the Western Hockey League (WHL) playoffs after a dramatic overtime win against the Seattle Thunderbirds.
The expansion side, competing in its first Western Hockey League postseason, defeated Seattle in a hard-fought game that finished 2–2 after overtime.
Both teams created chances throughout the match and neither managed to break the deadlock in the first three periods.
Charlie Michaud scored the decisive goal in overtime to seal the victory for Penticton.
According to local reports, the win gives the Weiss a 1–0 lead in the opening round series, with the team needing four wins to advance to the next stage.
The game was a historic moment for the franchise, which joined the WHL this season and already has a winning record in its inaugural campaign.
The second game of the series is scheduled for Saturday night at the South Okanagan Event Centre.
The playoff matchup has attracted attention beyond the rink, with Penticton Mayor Julius Bloomfield and Kent, Washington Mayor Dana Ralph exchanging messages of support ahead of the cross-border series.
The Weis will look to build on their strong start and continue their first playoff run.
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