The San Diego Gulls men’s ice hockey team defeated the Tucson Roadrunners 3-2 in overtime on October 17, 2026, at the Tucson Convention Center Arena. Nico Myatovic scored twice, including the overtime game-winning goal, marking his first multi-goal game of the season and his second career overtime winner.
Matthew Phillips contributed a power play goal, his third of the season and second on the man advantage for the Gulls. Anton Wahlberg extended his team-leading point total to seven with an assist, maintaining his strong season performance.
Goalie Damian Clara made 28 saves on 30 shots, matching his season high in stops. Clara’s performance held a 2.28 goals-against average and .920 save percentage in three starts this season, keeping the Gulls competitive throughout the game.
Assistant coach Steve McCarthy praised the team’s resilience in response to Tucson’s late push, emphasizing their solid 60-minute effort and the importance of breaking through on the power play. San Diego will aim to continue this momentum at home against the Coachella Valley Firebirds on October 21.
CSB Take
This overtime victory underscores the San Diego Gulls’ ability to perform under pressure and utilize key players such as Nico Myatovic and Matthew Phillips effectively. Damian Clara’s consistent goaltending continues to be a vital component of the team’s success. As the season progresses, maintaining offensive efficiency on the power play and steadfast team defense will be crucial for the Gulls to build on this important road win heading into their next home game.
Source: Original report
