LITTLETON — The Pine Creek boys hockey team defeated Monarch 3-1 in their opening game of the CHSAA playoffs Friday afternoon.
Austin Sawyer and Jonathon Cole scored crucial goals for the Eagles in their victory over the Coyotes.
Between the pipes, goalkeeper Stratton Miller was the star of the contest, shutting down all but one shot to help his team advance.
PCHS will meet top seed Valor Christian Saturday at 4:50 p.m. with a spot on the CHSAA semifinals on the line.
