MK Storm secured a comfortable 6-3 win away against Bristol Snowdogs in a confident display. A cagey first period saw neither side find the breakthrough, but the team grew into the game and eventually found their rhythm.
Rayne Stirling stole the show with a sensational hat-trick, proving unstoppable in front of goal throughout the match. Liam Robertson, Frankie Digby-Smith and Finlay Poulton also found the net to complete the scoring.
The playmaking was spread across the team, with William Gyorffy, Oliver Michalak, Cooper Crawford all recording assists.
Overall, a positive result that will give the team confidence heading into their next fixture.
Cambridge have been the form side recently and will look to continue their good run against MK, who have found wins harder to come by.
Cambridge boast the stronger attack this season, averaging 4.3 goals per game compared to MK's 2.9. That firepower could prove decisive if they find their rhythm early.
| Player | GP | G | A | P | P/GP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rayne Stirling#11 | 16 | 10 | 5 | 15 | 0.94 |
| Camden Walker#34 | 13 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 0.54 |
| Frankie Digby-Smith#19 | 16 | 6 | 1 | 7 | 0.44 |
| Liam Robertson#9 | 16 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 0.44 |
| Oliver Michalak#25 | 16 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 0.38 |
| Freddie Thompson#54 | 11 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 0.45 |
| Cooper Crawford#63 | 14 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 0.29 |
| Edward Dudley#30 | 16 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0.19 |
| Finlay Poulton#64 | 16 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0.19 |
MK Storm are struggling for form, managing just 3 points from their last 6 games (17% of available points). Their 1-0-5 (W-D-L) record shows difficulties picking up results, with 5 defeats outweighing the 1 wins.
Results are trending upward, with more points coming in recent games compared to earlier in this period. This improving trajectory is an encouraging sign.
Offensively, the team is potent with 18 goals scored (3.0 per game). This healthy output suggests the attacking players are finding their rhythm and creating chances consistently. Encouragingly, scoring has improved in recent games, suggesting the forwards are finding their shooting boots.
The defense has leaked 33 goals at an alarming 5.5 per game. This vulnerability is putting enormous pressure on the attack to outscore opponents, which isn't sustainable long-term. Positively, fewer goals have been conceded recently, indicating improved defensive organization. The concerning -15 goal difference underlines the need for improvement at both ends.
Performance has been fairly consistent regardless of venue - 0 wins from 2 at home and 1 from 4 on the road.
The goaltending has struggled with Ben Pinto recording a 65.3% save percentage. Finding more stability in this position would help shore up the defense.
Most recently, a 6-3 victory over Bristol Snowdogs was a dominant display. However, 2 heavy defeats by 3+ goals are concerning and suggest the team can struggle when things go wrong.
MK Storm currently sit in 6th place with 13 points from 16 games played. They are projected to maintain their current position through the remaining 2 games, finishing with approximately 14 points.
The concerning form rating of 31/100 reflects difficult recent results. Contributing factors are strong attacking output (3.1 goals/game) and defensive vulnerabilities (4.3 conceded/game). Encouragingly, results are trending upward with more points earned in recent fixtures compared to earlier in the season.
Home advantage has been significant, with a 3-4-0 record at home compared to 1-7-1 on the road. This 43% home win rate versus 11% away suggests the remaining home fixtures will be crucial. The remaining schedule is tough, with opponents averaging above the league mean. 100% of remaining games are at home, which should help.
The projected finish range of 6th to 6th reflects the uncertainty in any prediction. This narrow range suggests a relatively predictable finish, though close competition means every point will matter.
The outlook requires attention. Issues such as poor current form and struggling away from home need to be addressed for results to improve.
| Metric | This Season | Last Season | Δ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Position | 6 | — | — |
| Points | 13 | — | — |
| Wins | 4 | — | — |
| GF | 47 | — | — |
| GD | -30 | — | — |
Defensively, Cambridge have been more solid, conceding 3.8 goals per game. MK will need to tighten up at the back, having let in 4.8 on average.
Cambridge carry momentum into this one with 9 wins from 15 games (60% win rate). MK will be hoping to turn their form around.
The league table tells its own story - Cambridge sit 3rd while MK find themselves in 6th. That 3 place gap will add extra motivation for the visitors to make a statement.
Cambridge's goal difference of +7 highlights their overall dominance this season.
With little separating these sides across the key metrics, this one looks set to be decided by fine margins. A share of the points wouldn't surprise anyone.
| Tobias Zausin#38 |
| 7 |
| 2 |
| 1 |
| 3 |
| 0.43 |
| Harry Rickard#67 | 16 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.13 |
| Alexander Chajet#66DIV · U12 SOUTH 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.33 |
| Cameron Taylor#12 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.11 |
| Kieran Rigley#6DIV · U12 SOUTH 1LOAN | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.25 |
| Matthew Langley#73 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.14 |
| Oliver Rigley#98DIV · U12 SOUTH 1LOAN | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.17 |
| William Gyorffy#17 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.07 |
| Ben Pinto#15 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Charlie Lennon#78 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Freya Hacking#22 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Henry Russell#7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Jack Tapper#43 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Marley Simpson#77 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Nathan-James Chohan#48 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Ria Shyam Sundar#20 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Rory Beresford#13 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Sidney MountainLOAN | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Thomas Maher#28 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
