Muskegon Voyagers rally late to defeat Waterford Sharks

Third-period surge lifts Muskegon hockey team to 5-3 victory

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The Muskegon Voyagers hockey team overcame an early deficit, scoring four unanswered goals in the third period to defeat the Waterford Sharks 5-3 on Saturday. The game was tied 1-1 after the first period before Waterford took a 2-1 lead in the second. But Muskegon responded with a balanced offensive attack in the final frame to secure the comeback victory.

Why it matters

The win keeps the Voyagers in contention for a playoff spot in their local hockey league, as they look to build momentum heading into the final stretch of the regular season. The game also showcases the resilience and determination of the Muskegon squad, who refused to be deterred by an early deficit.

The details

Muskegon got goals from five different players - Owen Drake, Andrew Taylor, Dylan Smith, Riley Pitchure and Luke McCarthy - to fuel their third-period surge. The Voyagers outscored Waterford 4-1 in the final frame to erase the one-goal deficit and pull out the victory.

The game was played on Saturday, March 1, 2026.
Muskegon and Waterford were tied 1-1 at the end of the first period.
Waterford took a 2-1 lead in the second period.