Thrilling Comeback Falls Short: Rapid City Rush Battles Hard but Loses to Idaho in Final Showdown

(BOISE, Idaho)—In the initial two contests in Boise, Connor Mylymok leveled the score late in the third period for the Rapid City Rush. In the concluding match of the series, his younger sibling Luke stepped into the key role. Despite the Mylymok brilliance, Rapid City succumbed to the Idaho Steelheads, 4-3, at Idaho Central Arena on Saturday.

Mylymok’s goal was achieved through a net-front deflection with three and a half minutes left. It marked Luke’s inaugural professional goal in only his second game, and he did so in his previous hometown of Boise, Idaho.

Maurizio Colella registered a game-tying goal shortly before the Mylymok score. Colella netted a breakaway to level the contest at 2-2 with nine minutes remaining.

However, during the dynamic third period, Idaho responded swiftly to the Rush’s goals. Ty Pelton-Byce scored with 2:46 on the clock, just under a minute following Mylymok’s goal, securing the victory for Idaho.

Though Idaho completed a three-game sweep on their home turf, Rapid City returns home for the holiday pause with two points in the standings. The Rush has competed in four consecutive one-goal matches, totaling 16 such games this season, which is the highest among all ECHL teams.

Christian Propp recorded 32 saves on 36 shots for the Rush. Bryan Thomson stopped 37 shots, clinching the win for the Steelheads.

After the holiday break, Rapid City will be back on the road at Utah.

Next game: Friday, December 27 at Utah. Puck drop at 7:10 p.m. MST from Maverik Center.

The Rapid City Rush will return home to compete against the Tulsa Oilers on December 31, January 3, and January 4. Celebrate New Year’s Eve with the Rush for Area 51 Night, sponsored by Veteran Roofing. Reserve your seats now and be part of the festivities. View the 2024-25 promotional schedule for all themed nights. For more details, call the Rush front office at 605-716-7825 or visit www.rapidcityrush.com.