Game Info:
Reno Pond Hockey at Pure Luck
Game #: Reno Ice Adult League Fall 2025 E-League game one (first game of the season)
Promo: Opening night
Date: Monday, September 8, 2025
Time: 10:15 PM
Location: Reno Ice
How to Follow:
Social:

The Reno Ice Adult League Fall 2025 E-League season kicks off with an exciting matchup between Reno Pond Hockey and Pure Luck. Reno Pond Hockey enters the season fresh off a thrilling 5-4 overtime victory over Satans Gatekeepers in the RIAL Summer 2025 E-League Championship game. Despite that championship win, Reno Pond Hockey starts this season with a clean slate at 0-0-0. They are eager to continue their winning ways. Currently, they are ranked sixth in the RIAL E-League. They are ready to build on last season’s success. Pure Luck comes into this opener looking for redemption of their own. After a 2-3 shootout loss to the Grrrowlers, they carry a record of 0-0-1 and sit in third place in the RIAL E-League. They are hungry for a strong start and a chance to build momentum early in the season. History favors Reno Pond Hockey in this rivalry. The all-time record between the two teams is 10-3-0 in Reno Pond Hockey’s favor, with the Reno Pond Hockey squad having scored 54 goals while allowing 29 against Pure Luck. That said, their most recent matchup on Saturday, August 9th, 2025, saw Reno Pond Hockey fall 2-4, proving that nothing in this rivalry is guaranteed.
Reno Pond Hockey enters the new season with plenty to prove. After falling to Pure Luck last season, the team is fueled by the desire for revenge and is eager to defend their championship title. Every game is a chance to show that they are still a dominant force in the league. Meanwhile, Pure Luck is hungry for a breakthrough of their own. After coming close to the playoffs in back-to-back seasons, this team is determined to finally make it through and leave their mark. With an early-season loss still fresh in their minds, Pure Luck is looking for a strong bounce-back and a win that can set the tone for the rest of the season. When these two teams meet on the ice, it’s a clash of championship defense versus playoff ambition, and redemption versus persistence. Fans can expect an intense battle as Reno Pond Hockey looks to start the season with a win and continue their dominance, while Pure Luck aims to shake off last season’s near misses and start the season on a high note.

So far, Reno Pond Hockey hasn’t recorded any goals or allowed any goals, leaving them with a goal differential of 0. With 0 goals scored, Reno Pond Hockey is currently in a four-way tie for the fewest goals scored in the league. On the defensive side, they’ve allowed 0 goals, putting them in a four-way tie for the fewest goals allowed as well.
| GP | W | L | SOL | GF | GA | GD | PTS | |
| Reno Pond Hockey | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |

Offensively, Pure Luck have scored 2 goals so far this season, averaging 2 goals per game, placing them tied for fourth in the RIAL E-League for scoring. Defensively, Pure Luck has allowed 2 goals, also averaging 2 goals per game, which ties them for fifth in the league for fewest goals allowed. Their goal differential sits at 0, reflecting a team that is balanced but looking to make a stronger start.
| GP | W | L | SOL | GF | GA | GD | PTS | |
| Pure Luck | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 |

So far, neither team has won a game this season, and both have maintained disciplined play with zero penalty minutes. Reno Pond Hockey enters with a clean slate offensively and defensively, having scored 0 goals and allowed 0 goals, giving them a goal differential of 0. Pure Luck have played one more game this season. They have scored 2 more goals and allowed 2 more goals, leaving their goal differential identical to Reno Pond Hockey. While neither team has yet tasted a regulation loss, Pure Luck carries one shootout loss and one more point in the standings, placing them slightly ahead in early-season rankings.
| GP | W | L | SOL | GF | GA | GD | PTS | |
| Reno Pond Hockey | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Pure Luck | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 |

For Reno Pond Hockey, this is their first game of the season, and they’re looking to defend their championship. After last season’s slow start, the team is eager to get off to a strong beginning this season. Every play will be about finding their rhythm, scoring their first goals of the season, and setting the tone for a title defense. Pure Luck, meanwhile, comes into this matchup in their second game of the season, still searching for their first win after a close early-season loss. Known for their consistent improvement over the years, Pure Luck has been steadily closing the gap, even handing Reno Pond Hockey a loss in their last matchup, despite Reno Pond Hockey’s dominance in the all-time series. This game is shaping up to be another intense clash: Reno Pond Hockey seeks revenge and a fast start, while Pure Luck aims to pull off another upset and continue their upward trajectory. Fans can expect a competitive, high-stakes game full of skill, strategy, and excitement. Will Reno Pond Hockey reclaim their dominance and kick off the season with a win? Or will Pure Luck strike again and continue their streak of upsets?
This matchup isn’t just another game. On one side, Reno Pond Hockey is carrying the weight of redemption. After a rough loss to Pure Luck last season, the team is hungry to prove themselves. Every pass, shot, and defensive play tonight represents more than just points on the board—it’s a chance to reclaim pride and show that past failures don’t define them. This is a team fighting to revenge their loss, and redemption is the fuel driving every stride. On the other side, Pure Luck embodies consistency. They’ve built their identity on reliability and execution, often coming out on top not because of flashy plays, but because of steady performance. Week in and week out, Pure Luck delivers on expectations, and stays calm under pressure. They are the team that doesn’t just chase glory—they earn it. Tonight, the ice becomes the battleground for these contrasting approaches. Will Reno Pond Hockey’s fiery desire for redemption be enough to shake Pure Luck’s consistency? Or will Pure Luck’s steady hand continue to deliver, forcing Reno to face yet another uphill climb? This isn’t just about who scores. This is about which team will prevail. The storyline is clear: redemption meets consistency. One team wants to rewrite history; the other wants to maintain theirs. Every whistle, goal, and save could tip the balance in this game.
While the numbers may not yet reflect their championship pedigree, Reno Pond Hockey has a clean slate and plenty of room to make an impact. Can their offense get rolling while maintaining the strong defensive presence that has been a hallmark of their past success? With both offense and defense showing promise early, Pure Luck will be aiming to turn that close early-season loss into motivation for a big performance against Reno Pond Hockey. With both teams disciplined, defensively sound, and eager to get their first regulation win, this matchup promises to be a tight, competitive showdown.
- First game of the RIAL Summer 2025 E-League season
- All time record is 10-3-0
- Reno Pond Hockey has not played yet this season
- Pure Luck lost their last game in overtime
- Stay out of the penalty box
- Shoot the puck
- Keep the puck out of the net
- Keep positive attitudes
- SCORE GOALS!!!!






Leave a comment