The Utah Archers secured a 13-9 victory over the Denver Outlaws on Saturday night at Zions Bank Stadium, clinching the Western Conference title. The win was crucial as it earned the Archers a bye in the quarterfinals of the PLL playoffs.
Connor Fields led the way for the Archers with three goals and two assists. Tre Leclaire added four goals, including one 2-pointer. Brett Dobson was stellar in goal, making 16 saves to stymie Denver's offense down the stretch.
Outlaws star Brennan O'Neill struggled against Utah's defense, going scoreless despite seven shots on goal. Justin Anderson had a team-high two goals for Denver.
The game started evenly matched, with both teams trading early goals. However, Utah pulled away in the third quarter by outscoring Denver 7-1 during that period and held on for its sixth win of the season.
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