The Savannah Ghost Pirates showcased a thrilling performance on Thursday night, defeating the Greensboro Gargoyles 6-3 at the Enmarket Arena. The game was a rollercoaster of action, with both teams trading goals in a high-energy atmosphere.

The excitement kicked off early when Matt Koopman scored just 19 seconds into the game, assisted by Nick Granowicz and Liam Walsh, putting Savannah up 1-0. However, Greensboro quickly responded, equalizing in the 3:54 mark of the first period when Blake Biondi deflected a shot from Braden Doyle.

Back-and-Forth Action

Savannah regained the lead less than a minute later with a goal from Will Riedell, aided by Cristophe Tellier and Jaxsen Wiebe. The Ghost Pirates continued to build momentum in the second period, scoring two goals within 4:55 minutes. Granowicz found the net after a shot from Phip Waugh, making it 3-1, followed by Reece Vitelli capitalizing on a Gargoyles turnover to extend the lead to 4-1.

Greensboro wasn’t ready to give up, though. They narrowed the gap with two quick goals in just 16 seconds, thanks to Greg Smith and Deni Goure, bringing the score to 4-3. The tension in the arena was palpable as fans cheered for both teams.

Final Stretch

In the third period, Savannah struck again with a power play goal by Logan Drevitch at 5:08, supported by Ryan Sullivan and Vitelli, pushing the score to 5-3. Josh Lopina sealed the victory for the Ghost Pirates with an empty-net goal at 2:58, assisted by Tellier and Noah Carroll.

Vinnie Purpura stood strong in goal for Savannah, making 25 saves on 28 shots, while Nikita Quapp held his ground for Greensboro with 25 saves on 30 shots. This victory marked a crucial win for the Ghost Pirates, especially after their recent 7-1 loss to the South Carolina Stingrays just a few days prior on March 1, 2026.

Looking Ahead

The Ghost Pirates are affiliated with the Florida Panthers, which adds an exciting layer to their play as they work to build momentum through a demanding schedule. A recent weekly update indicated that they had a four-game stretch ahead, making every game count as they aim for a strong finish this season.

As the Ghost Pirates continue to navigate their season, fans can look forward to more thrilling matchups and hope for more victories in the weeks to come. Stay tuned for more updates on their journey!

For more details on the game, check out the full report on Pro Hockey News.