The game between the M1 Mercyhurst University Lakers and the M1 Oakland University Golden Grizzlies was tight through all 60 minutes, but in the end M1 Mercyhurst University emerged with a 4-3 win.

Neither team gained more than a one-goal lead, and Andrew George's goal in the third period proved to be the difference maker.

George had a great game for the Lakers, netting two goals.

M1 Mercyhurst University's penalty kill was spotless, allowing no goals on five M1 Oakland University power plays. The Lakers' offense was clicking better than usual and put 23 shots on goal during the game, better than the 1.7 shot per game they average.

M1 Mercyhurst University additionally got points from Joseph Tadiello, who also registered one goal and one assist to lead the team in points. M1 Mercyhurst University also got a goal from Patrick Dolan as well. More assists for M1 Mercyhurst University came via Michal Smid, Joseph Zinner, Darnell Clarke, Kaleb Schwab, Kevin Valasek, and Peter Hlusko, who each chipped in one.

The 38 shots that M1 Oakland University put on net surpassed the Golden Grizzlies' average of 1.9 shot per game this season. M1 Oakland University found itself short handed often, totaling 18 penalty minutes and allowing six power plays.

The Golden Grizzlies were led by Michael Mackinnon, who tallied one goal and two assists. Mackinnon scored 19:10 into the third period to make the score 3-3. Corson Johnstone provided the assist. M1 Oakland University also got points from Tom Kilgore, who also had one goal and one assist. Mike Baker also scored for M1 Oakland University. In addition, M1 Oakland University received assists from William Kocher, who had one.

Adam Goss rejected 35 shots on goal for M1 Mercyhurst University. The Lakers incurred 14 minutes in penalty time with seven minors. Sean Parker made 19 saves for M1 Oakland University on 23 shots.