Bandits hang on for win in Kelowna to take commanding 3-1 series lead

The Brooks Bandits won their third straight playoff game, defeating West Kelowna 2-1 Wednesday night. (X@BrooksBandits)

The Brooks Bandits got out in front of the Warriors early, then hung on for 2-1 victory Wednesday for their second straight win in West Kelowna.

The back-to-back road victories moved the Bandits into a commanding 3-1 series lead in their BCHL playoff series, with a chance to eliminate the Warriors Friday night in Brooks.

Luke Bibby and Parker Lalonde scored first-period goals, putting the Bandits out in front 2-0.

In the second period, the club found itself two men down, which resulted in a goal from Jackson Kyrokostas, who cut the lead to a single goal.

However, the Bandits shut down the Warriors in a scoreless third period to take Game 4.

Game 5 is scheduled for 7 p.m. Friday night in Brooks. For information and tickets, go here.