Zac Electrifly

Reno Pond Hockey are set to play their fourth game of the regular season as they look to bounce back from a tough 2-5 loss to the Reno Fire Hosers E. It’s been a challenging start to the season for Reno Pond Hockey, who currently sit at 0-3-0 and hold seventh place in the Reno Ice Adult League E-League standings. Their opponents, Satans Gatekeepers, are also looking to turn things around after a 3-8 defeat to the Trash Pandas. Satans Gatekeepers sit in fifth place with a 0-1-2 record. Historically, Reno Pond Hockey have had the upper hand in this matchup, holding an all-time record of 8-1-1 against Satans Gatekeepers. Across those games, Reno Pond Hockey have scored forty-seven goals while allowing thirty-five. The two teams last met in the RIAL Summer 2025 E-League Championship, where Reno Pond Hockey came out on top in a thrilling 5-4 overtime victory.

Heading into this game, all eyes are on how these two teams will respond after tough starts to both teams seasons. Both Reno Pond Hockey and Satans Gatekeepers have struggled early in the season, but each team knows this matchup could be the turning point. For Reno Pond Hockey, it’s about finally breaking through and finding that first win to build momentum. Despite their record, they’ve shown flashes of solid play, strong offensive stretches, improved puck movement, and goaltending that’s kept them in games longer than the score might suggest. They’ll need to put all of that together to climb back into the playoff conversation. On the other side, Satans Gatekeepers are looking to re-establish themselves as a contender. Their record doesn’t tell the whole story. Both overtime results show they can hang with anyone in the league. The Gatekeepers are a team that can score in bunches, but they’ve struggled defensively, giving up eight goals in their last outing. If they can tighten things up in their own zone, they could be a real test for Reno Pond Hockey. Expect both sides to come out with intensity as Reno Pond Hockey looks to reclaim their winning ways and Satans Gatekeepers aim to flip the script. This showdown has the makings of a statement game for whichever team can seize control early.

Reno Pond Hockey have found the back of the net seven times so far this season, averaging 2.33 goals per game. That total ranks them sixth in scoring among all teams in the RIAL E-League. While their offense has shown some spark, the challenge has been keeping pucks out of their own net. Reno Pond Hockey have allowed sixteen goals through three games, an average of 5.33 goals against per contest. Despite that, they’ve actually given up the fifth fewest goals in the league. That is a sign that defense has been a challenge for most teams early in the season. With a goal differential of minus nine, Reno Pond Hockey will be looking to tighten things up defensively and capitalize more consistently on their scoring chances as they aim to turn their season around.

	GP	W	L	SOL	GF	GA	GD	PTS
Reno Pond Hockey	3	0	3	0	7	16	-9	0

Satans Gatekeepers have put up nine goals so far this season, averaging an even 3.0 goals per game. That production places them fifth in scoring among RIAL E-League teams. Offensively, they’ve shown the ability to generate chances and find the net, but like many teams early in the season, their defensive consistency has been tested. The Gatekeepers have allowed fifteen goals through three games, an average of 5.0 goals against per game. That ranks as the sixth fewest in the league. With a goal differential of minus six, Satans Gatekeepers will be looking to find a better balance between their offensive pressure and defensive structure as they push for their first win of the season.

	GP	W	L	SOL	GF	GA	GD	PTS
Satans Gatekeepers	3	0	1	2	9	15	-6	2

Both teams enter this matchup having played three games so far this season, and neither has managed to secure a win yet. Reno Pond Hockey have two more regulation losses, while Satans Gatekeepers have picked up a pair of shootout losses that earned them extra points in the standings. Statistically, the two teams are closely matched. Satans Gatekeepers have scored two more goals than Reno Pond Hockey, while Reno Pond Hockey have allowed just one more goal against. That small difference gives the Gatekeepers a slightly better goal differential and a two-point edge in the standings. Discipline could also play a role in this game, Reno Pond Hockey have racked up sixteen penalty minutes so far this season compared to just ten for the Gatekeepers. With both teams hungry for their first victory, the margins will be thin, and staying out of the box could make all the difference.

	GP	W	L	SOL	GF	GA	GD	PTS
Reno Pond Hockey	3	0	3	0	7	16	-9	0
Satans Gatekeepers	3	0	1	2	9	15	-6	2

This marks the fourth game of the regular season for Reno Pond Hockey as they continue their search for their first win of the season. After three straight losses to start the season, Reno Pond Hockey are eager to turn things around and build some momentum. Their opponents, Satans Gatekeepers, find themselves in a similar position, still looking for that elusive first victory. With seven games remaining for both teams, every point matters, and a win here could be critical in keeping playoff hopes alive. Both teams have the potential to be strong competitors, but neither has managed to find their rhythm yet. This game could be the moment that defines their seasons. This is a chance for one team to spark a turnaround and start climbing the standings. Will Reno Pond Hockey finally break through and get back on track, or will Satans Gatekeepers seize the opportunity and earn their first win? Either way, this matchup has all the makings of a pivotal turning point for both sides.