2025 SSL Week 9 Recap

🏑 Week 9 Recap & Stakes

Game 17 was a statement night from the Raptors, who poured in 16 goals to sweep the River Dogs and take full control of the top seed. Mathieu Lippens led the charge with six goals himself, while Murtaza Raza and Steven Jurkiewicz added key assists. Katie Marshall chipped in her first goal of the season. Despite strong efforts from Matthew Dillard and Aylla DeSantiago, the Dogs couldn’t keep pace.

In Game 18, the Rough Riders traded punch-for-punch with the Polar Bears, ultimately prevailing 11–7 thanks to standout performances from John Kapp and Jeremy Sacra. Brandon Loughen stayed in the assist race with multiple setups, but it wasn’t enough to knock off the Riders.

🔥 Updated Standings:

• Raptors (5‑2‑2, 17 pts): Now hold a two‑point edge with one game left.

• Rough Riders (5‑3‑1, 16 pts): Must win next week to force a tiebreak scenario.

• River Dogs (4‑5‑0, 12 pts): Season ends this week—all on the line.

• Polar Bears (2‑6‑1, 7 pts): Out of playoff range—but sent the Riders to extra time.

🧠 What’s Next:

• Raptors vs Rough Riders at The Ice Den. A winner takes the regular‑season crown.

• Both teams enter with strong shape—Raptors carry the league’s top offense, Riders bring elite defense—but only one leaves the season on top.

Catch our final live stream this Tuesday—7 PM at Powhatan Ice Den. Make sure to tune in!