Iowa Heartlanders Defeat Kalamazoo Wings 5-2 at Home

Jonny Sorenson scores twice in the third period to lead Iowa to victory

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The Iowa Heartlanders defeated the Kalamazoo Wings 5-2 at Xtream Arena on Friday. Heartlanders forward Jonny Sorenson scored two goals in the third period to extend Iowa's lead, while Elliot Desnoyers tallied three assists. Dylan Massie also scored in his ECHL debut, giving Iowa a 2-1 lead late in the first period.

Why it matters

The win extends Iowa's home success, as they continue to build momentum in the ECHL standings. The Heartlanders are looking to make a push for the playoffs, and this victory over a divisional opponent is an important step in that direction.

The details

Sorenson scored his two goals four minutes apart in the third period, giving Iowa a 4-1 lead with 12 minutes remaining. His first goal came on a tap-in at the net front, while the second saw him toe-drag at the right post and tuck the puck in. Massie scored his first ECHL goal in the first period, sniping a shot from the left circle. Riley Mercer made 24 saves to earn the win in goal for the Heartlanders.

  • The Heartlanders scored the opening goal just 1:37 into the first period.
  • Kalamazoo tied the game at 1-1 with 5:56 left in the first period.
  • Massie gave Iowa a 2-1 lead two minutes after Kalamazoo's tying goal.
  • Sorenson scored his two goals in the third period, at 4:46 and 8:46.

The players

Jonny Sorenson

An Iowa Heartlanders forward who scored two goals in the third period to lead his team to victory.

Elliot Desnoyers

An Iowa Heartlanders forward who tallied three assists in the game.

Dylan Massie

An Iowa Heartlanders forward who scored his first ECHL goal in the game.

Riley Mercer

The Iowa Heartlanders goaltender who made 24 saves to earn the win.

Nolan Walker

A Kalamazoo Wings player who scored the team's first goal to tie the game at 1-1.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

The Heartlanders' victory over the Wings showcases the team's offensive firepower and defensive resilience as they continue their push for a playoff spot in the ECHL standings.