Savannah Ghost Pirates Edge Greenville Swamp Rabbits in Tight Matchup

Keaton Pehrson's lone goal secures victory for Savannah in ECHL contest

Apr. 4, 2026 at 10:03pm

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The Savannah Ghost Pirates defeated the Greenville Swamp Rabbits 1-0 in an ECHL hockey game on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Keaton Pehrson scored the game's only goal to lift Savannah to the narrow victory.

Why it matters

The win keeps the Ghost Pirates in the hunt for a playoff spot in the ECHL's South Division, while the loss is a setback for the Swamp Rabbits as they try to improve their position in the standings.

The details

Pehrson's goal came midway through the game and proved to be the difference, as both teams played stifling defense throughout. Savannah goaltender Liam Hawkins made 32 saves to record the shutout.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
  • Keaton Pehrson scored the game's lone goal in the middle of the contest.

The players

Keaton Pehrson

The forward for the Savannah Ghost Pirates who scored the game-winning goal.

Liam Hawkins

The goaltender for the Savannah Ghost Pirates who recorded a 32-save shutout.

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What they’re saying

“Our defense really stepped up tonight and Liam was outstanding in net. Keaton's goal was a big one for us.”

— Savannah Head Coach Jared Bednar

What’s next

The Swamp Rabbits will look to bounce back when they face the Atlanta Gladiators on Thursday, April 2, 2026. The Ghost Pirates will also take on the Gladiators, but not until Saturday, April 4, 2026.

The takeaway

This tight, low-scoring affair highlighted the defensive strengths of both teams, with Savannah's Keaton Pehrson providing the decisive offensive play to give his squad the narrow victory and keep their playoff hopes alive.