The Minto-Mapleton 81’s lost a 7-2 decision to the Ripley Wolves in Palmerston on Jan. 11.
The 81’s were outscored 4-1 in the first period, with Jason Spurr netting their lone goal, assisted by Corey Allen and Todd Norman.
Minto-Mapleton picked up the only goal of the second period, with John Thiel scoring, assisted by Matt McCann and Norman.
Three unanswered third-period goals by Ripley put the game out of reach.
Scott Kugliin faced 37 shots in the 81’s net, while Minto-Mapleton fired 32 pucks at Ripley netminder Kurt Edwards.
The 81’s head to Port Elgin for their next action on Jan. 18 at 8:30pm and take on the Muskies in Shelburne on Jan. 19 at 8pm.
The team’s next home game is Jan. 25 in Palmerston against the Lucknow Lancers, who occupy the basement in the WOAA Senior AA North division.
