The New York Sirens suffered a painful 4-3 overtime loss to the Ottawa Charge on Tuesday night, despite a valiant comeback effort. Rookie Sarah Wozniewicz sealed the victory for Ottawa with an overtime goal at 1:29, leaving the Sirens with a bitter defeat after they had clawed back from a 3-0 deficit. Here are three key takeaways from the game:

1. A Tale of Two Halves: The game was a story of contrasting halves for the Sirens. The Charge dominated the first half, building a 3-0 lead with goals from Gabbie Hughes, Rebecca Leslie, and Brianne Jenner. Leslie also contributed assists on Jenner's power play goal and Wozniewicz's game-winner. The Sirens, however, demonstrated resilience in the second half. Jaime Bourbonnais ignited the comeback, followed by goals from Kristin O'Neill and Anne Cherkowski, tying the game and forcing overtime. Despite outshooting their opponent for the ninth time in 14 games, the Sirens couldn't capitalize on their momentum in overtime.

2. Power Play Struggles Continue: The Sirens' power play efficiency was a significant factor in their loss. They went 1-for-7 with the player advantage, failing to convert crucial opportunities to shift the game's momentum. In contrast, the Charge capitalized on their power play chance, with Jenner scoring a pivotal goal in the second period. Improving their power play will be crucial for the Sirens moving forward.

3. Goaltending a Mixed Bag: Rookie goalie Callie Shanahan made her professional debut for the Sirens, stepping in for Kayle Osborne, who had started the previous 13 games. Shanahan stopped 17 shots but ultimately suffered the loss in overtime. On the other end, Gwyneth Philips had an outstanding performance for the Charge, making 31 saves and denying Casey O'Brien on a breakaway in overtime. Philips has now made 30 or more saves in six of her 12 starts this season, showcasing her importance to the Charge's success.

Despite the loss, the Sirens maintain a strong position in the league standings, holding onto second place with points in seven straight games. The Charge, meanwhile, have climbed into a fourth-place tie with Montreal, having secured points in seven of their last eight games. The Sirens will look to bounce back as they visit the Minnesota Frost on Sunday, while the Charge will face the Montreal Victoire on Saturday.