The game between the M1 Syracuse University Orange and the M1 Drexel University Dragons was tight through all 60 minutes, but in the end M1 Syracuse University emerged with a 3-2 win.

The Orange gained the winning advantage on a goal by Ben Ferro 16:28 into the third period and hung on until final buzzer.

M1 Syracuse University's penalty kill excelled, as the Orange gave up zero goals despite allowing seven power plays.

M1 Syracuse University was sparked by Ferro, who finished with one goal.

The Orange stifled M1 Drexel University's power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man. M1 Syracuse University's offense rang up 35 shots on the Dragons' net. The Orange could not stay out of the penalty box, as the team accrued 16 minutes in penalties during the game.

Others who scored for M1 Syracuse University included Tim Elie and Nolan Metzler, who scored one goal each. In addition, M1 Syracuse University received assists from John Ross LaPointe, Alex Rajaniemi, Benjamin King, David Nardoni, and Matthew Divietro, who each chipped in one.

M1 Drexel University put 24 shots on net during the contest, more than the 1.3 it averages per game.

The Dragons were helped by Ryan Williams, who had one goal. Williams scored 10:48 into the second period to make the score 2-1 M1 Syracuse University. Stephen Villa provided the assist. Christopher Rodrigue also scored for M1 Drexel University. Other players who recorded assists for M1 Drexel University were Alec Artosky and Jim Mikalic, who contributed one each.

Austin Lefkowicz made 22 saves for M1 Syracuse University on 24 shots. The Orange registered one goal on six power play opportunities. Zachary Kantner rejected 32 shots on goal for M1 Drexel University. The Dragons incurred 14 minutes in penalty time with seven minors.