Inline 'Cats Catch Bulldogs 6-4
Steve Rousseau's hot wheels carry Wildcats
5/9/2006 by John Smith and Scott Olson

Steve Rousseau has made the transition from steel to wheels look easy. In doing so he led the cats to a 6-4 victory over KVC rival Brighton scoring 3 goals, and helping on another.

"Steve has the ability to change the game and that is what he did on Sunday," said Assistant Coach Brad Zarem.

The Wildcats struggled to get their rhythm for most of the game but managed to hang on for a late victory.

"I think the boys were a little tuckered out from prom the previous night and it definitely showed through the first 2 periods - we were making it for them," said Head Coach John Smith.

Again, goaltending was huge for Novi. Chad Tindall has been playing with a sore groin the last 3 games but still manages to make brilliant saves every day.

With 1:10 to play in regulation Steve Rousseau scored a beautiful power play goal from Greg Morrisette. Justin Ascenzo scored an insurance goal shortly after to seal the game.

"We are starting to turn the corner and I am looking for a huge game out of the boys on Thursday as we look to take over 2nd place from Walled Lake Northern. They have a 'run-gun' style of play, so we need to be prepared and ready to go," said Coach Dave Zarem.