The 14th National Winter Games saw an intense matchup in the ice hockey youth women’s group stage, with the Guangdong team advancing to the knockout rounds after a thrilling victory over the host Inner Mongolia team.
In a showdown for the top spot in Group A, the Sichuan team clinched a spot in the semifinals with a 3-0 victory over the Beijing team. Sichuan’s impressive performance was led by Meng Fancong and Fang Yiran, who scored crucial goals to secure the win.
Meanwhile, the Guangdong team faced a tough battle against Inner Mongolia, eventually emerging victorious with a 5-4 scoreline. Despite trailing by two goals in the middle of the third game, the Guangdong team made a remarkable comeback, with captain Zhu Xinyi scoring the winning goal to seal the dramatic victory.
Both winning teams expressed satisfaction with their performances but acknowledged that there is still room for improvement. Sichuan team coach Guan Xiaobo highlighted the need for further training and development, while Guangdong team coach Qi Xueting commended the players for their dedication and emphasized the importance of continuous improvement.
In Group B, the Liaoning team secured first place with two wins, while the Inner Mongolia team and the Guangdong team battled it out for the final spot to advance to the knockout rounds.
The Hebei team also made a statement with a 4-1 victory over the Heilongjiang team, securing a third-place finish in Group A. The stage is now set for the knockout rounds, with the Hebei team set to face off against the Guangdong team, and the Heilongjiang team will take on the Liaoning team in an effort to secure a spot in the semifinals.
As the competition heats up, ice hockey fans eagerly await the thrilling matchups and the crowning of the youth women’s group champion at the 14th National Winter Games. Stay tuned for more exciting action on the ice.