The Penticton Vees have recorded their first ever win in the Western Hockey League (WHL) playoffs after a dramatic overtime win against the Seattle Thunderbirds.
The expansion team, making their debut in the Western Hockey League postseason, defeated Seattle in a closely contested game that ended 2-2 after regulation time.
Both teams traded chances throughout the match, but neither was able to break the deadlock in the first three periods.
In overtime, Charlie Michaud scored the decisive goal to seal the victory for Penticton.
According to local reports, the win gives the Vees a 1-0 lead in the opening round, with the team needing four wins to progress to the next stage.
The game marked a historic moment for the franchise, which joined the WHL this season and has already set records for wins in its inaugural campaign.
Game two of the series is scheduled for Saturday night at the South Okanagan Events Center.
The playoff game has also attracted attention away from the rink, with Penticton Mayor Julius Bloomfield and Kent and Washington Mayor Dana Ralph exchanging messages of support ahead of the cross-border series.
The Vees will look to build on their strong start as they continue their first playoff run.
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