Wisconsin women's hockey wins opener but loses goaltender McNaughton to injury
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Last updated Sep 26, 2026
The Wisconsin women's hockey team began its season with a 6-2 victory over St. Lawrence on September 25 in Canton, New York. However, the Badgers lost their starting goaltender, Ava McNaughton, to injury in the second period after attempting a save. McNaughton, who suffered a left leg injury, left the game at the 13:21 mark. Wisconsin was trailing 2-0 before rallying to claim the win, marking their fourth consecutive season-opening victory. Sophomore Rhyah Stewart took over in goal and made 11 saves without allowing a goal. The teams will meet again on Saturday for a series finale.
- •Wisconsin trailed 2-0 before a comeback to win 6-2.
- •Ava McNaughton left the game due to a left leg injury.
- •Rhyah Stewart replaced McNaughton and made 11 saves.
- •Kelly Gorbatenko scored twice in the win.
- •The two teams will face off again Saturday at 2 p.m.
- 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — Goaltender Ava McNaughton injured in season-opening win for Wisconsin women's hockey
"The Badgers women's hockey team rallied for a 6-2 win over St. Lawrence Sept. 25, but lost goalie Ava McNaughton to injury in the second period.
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