Champlin Park/Coon Rapids Cougars claim win at home against Elk River/Zimmerman Elks

A close game saw the Champlin Park/Coon Rapids Cougars just edge out the Elk River/Zimmerman Elks on Tuesday. The final score was 3-2.

The hosting Cougars took the lead early into the first period, with a goal from Kylie Scott. Cam Singh assisted.

Lily McKenzie scored late in the second period, assisted by Brooklyn Johnson.

Carly Humphrey narrowed the gap to 2-1 halfway through the third period, assisted by Annika Carlson and Hannah Drake.

Brooklyn Johnson increased the lead to 3-1 three minutes later, assisted by Sydney Burnevik and Lily McKenzie.

Kassie Balabon narrowed the gap to 3-2 only seconds later, assisted by Julia Wilson.

The Cougars have now won four straight home games.

Next games:

Both teams are back in action on Saturday, with the Cougars hosting the Stars at 7 p.m. CST at Champlin Ice Forum and the Elks visiting the Warriors at 1 p.m. CST at Furniture and Things Community Event Center.