WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — The Des Moines Buccaneers (5-2-0-1) fell in a low-scoring matchup to the Lincoln Stars (3-3-0-0) Saturday night at the MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex.

Bucs goaltender Jon Kavcic (3-1-0-0) stopped 31 of 32 shots in his first defeat on the season.

The lone goal of the match was scored by Lincoln forward Casey Vanderop 6:44 into the middle frame. 

The Bucs look ahead to a matchup against the Waterloo Black Hawks next Friday night at 7:05 p.m. at the MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex. It is Cy-Hawk Night, so rep your college colors as the Bucs face their own in-state rival! It is also $1 dog night, Fireball Friday, 2-for-1 beer, and Kwik Star Friday. Don't miss out! Get your tickets now.

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About the Buccaneers   
Founded in 1980, the Des Moines Buccaneers are a proud member of the United States Hockey League (USHL), the nation's premier junior hockey league. The Bucs have a history of success in the USHL, including 4 Clark Cup Championships, 4 Anderson Cup Championships, and 54 alumni drafted to the National Hockey League, including Stanley Cup Champions Kyle Okposo, Alex Chiasson, Trevor Lewis, Davis Drewiske, and Erik Cole. The organization is committed to developing young players on and off the ice, preparing them for a future in collegiate and professional careers. Known for their passionate fan base, the Bucs play their home games at The MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex, a multi-sport complex in West Des Moines, Iowa.   
 
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