Fitzpatrick Lifts Williams Past Babson in Overtime
Williams College capitalized on a late power play to defeat Babson 2-1 in overtime. Junior Conner Fitzpatrick tallied the game-winner for the Ephs, preserving his team’s three game winning streak.
Senior Jack Sabre put Williams on the board in the third period after a scoreless first 40 minutes. Babson responded quickly with a Brendan Kennedy power-play goal, and the game was tied heading into overtime.
After a heavy Babson kick save eight minutes into overtime. Fred Fitzpatrick finished the contest.
The Beavers had a four-game unbeaten streak snapped in their first loss since a Nov. 17 defeat against Castleton.
Williams finished with a 38-29 advantage in shots on goal.
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Do you think the current 5-on-5 overtime followed by a shootout format in college hockey is exciting enough for fans?
## Overtime Thriller: Does Williams’ Win Spark a Debate on NCAA Hockey Rules?
**News Anchor:** Joining us tonight is local sports columnist Sarah Jones to discuss Williams College’s thrilling overtime victory over Babson. Sarah, a close game decided in the extra period, always gets the adrenaline pumping. What were your thoughts on the matchup?
**Sarah Jones:** This was a fantastic game, a real nail-biter. Both teams played hard, and it seemed like anyone’s game right up until the final buzzer. But, as exciting as overtime is, it does raise a question that’s been simmering in college hockey for a while now: Are the current overtime rules truly serving the game? [[1](https://www.bcinterruption.com/2021/2/22/22287795/college-hockeys-overtime-rules-still-dont-make-sense-and-are-worse-than-they-were-before)]
**News Anchor:** That’s a fascinating point, Sarah. Some argue that the current 5-on-5 followed by a shootout format lacks the drama of a sudden-death overtime period. Do you think Williams’ win, coming on a late power play in overtime, adds fuel to that argument?
**Sarah Jones:** Absolutely. I think many fans, myself included, would love to see college hockey adopt a system more aligned with the NHL, similar to what we saw in the exciting Billie Jean King Cup Finals this weekend. It would certainly make for more thrilling finishes. But, what do our readers think? Is the current overtime format exciting enough, or is it time for a change? Let us know in the comments below!
