In a well-attended matchup for the first edition of the Belgian Division 1 Ice Hockey Cup, fans witnessed a clash between HC Kortrijk Spurs and Chiefs Leuven. The game, held at Ijsbaan De Piste, the home arena of HC Kortrijk Spurs, promised intense action and lived up to the expectations.
The game started with an early advantage for the home team, HC Kortrijk Spurs, as they opened the scoring in the first period. The fans erupted in cheers as their team took the lead. However, the tide quickly turned in favor of Chiefs Leuven, who managed to dominate the remainder of the period. At the end of the first period, Chiefs Leuven had taken control of the game, leading 3-2.
The second period saw a significant shift in momentum as the players of HC Kortrijk Spurs began to struggle. Nerves seemed to get the better of them, resulting in a flurry of penalties. Chiefs Leuven cleverly capitalized on this opportunity, overpowering the Spurs and establishing a commanding 9-4 lead by the end of the second period.
A standout performance came from a familiar face – former HC Kortrijk Spurs player, Brian Soetaert, who played a pivotal role in Chiefs Leuven’s dominance. Soetaert not only scored a remarkable hat trick but also contributed with an assist, showcasing his skill and experience. As a testament to his outstanding performance, Brian was awarded the Most Valuable Player (MVP) trophy.
The third period only added to Chiefs Leuven’s impressive lead, as they continued to find the back of the net. Three more goals were scored, bringing the final score to a decisive 12-4 in favor of Chiefs Leuven. The fans, though disappointed by the outcome had a superb night out in the first ever Cup Final held in Kortrijk. Over 700 people attended the game and got to know HC Kortrijk Spurs and Ijsbaan De Piste.
Some Press Articles about the first ever Belgian DIV 1 Cup Final:
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