Appleton United boys hockey shut out by Milton

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APPLETON – Milton scored the game’s only goal with 6:40 remaining in the third period and defeated Appleton United 1-0 in a nonconference boys hockey game Monday at the Appleton Family Ice Center.

Austin Schumacher scored for Red Hawks to break the scoreless tie and Milton was able to hold on as Appleton was outshot 48-21.

Benett Thompson saved all 21 shots in goal for Milton, which was playing its season-opener.

Brandon Tobak had 47 saves in an outstanding effort for Appleton United (1-1).

Appleton will open its Badgerland Conference season at Waupun on Friday at 7 p.m.

Red Hawks 1, United 0
Milton   0   0   1   –   1
Appleton   0   0   0   –   0
Third period: 1. M, Austin Schumacher (Jack McMillan), 10:20.
Saves: M, Benett Thompson 21. A, Brandon Tobak 47.
Records: Milton 1-0; Appleton 1-1.