The M1 Colorado State University Rams pulled out a 3-2 (OT) overtime victory over the M1 Arizona / University of Wildcats on a clutch goal by Zac Novack.

M1 Colorado State University nearly gave up a two-score lead. The Rams made the score 2-0 on a goal by Jamison Wicks at 24 seconds in the third period. M1 Arizona / University of got to within 2-1 on a goal by Michael Adamowicz at 1:43 in the third period.

M1 Colorado State University's penalty kill excelled, as the Rams gave up one goal despite allowing eight power plays.

By firing 21 shots on goal, M1 Colorado State University exceeded the 2.2 shots it averages per game this year. The defensemen of the Rams were also effective in the Wildcats' zone, and came away with two goals. M1 Colorado State University was forced to rely heavily on their penalty kill unit throughout the game, as it racked up 20 penalty minutes.

Dylan Hassell also scored for M1 Colorado State University. More assists for M1 Colorado State University came via William Neff and Nicholas ODonnell, who each chipped in two.

M1 Arizona / University of's offense was clicking better than usual and put 29 shots on goal during the game, better than the 2.8 shots per game it averages.

The Wildcats were helped by Alex Nespor, who registered one goal. Nespor scored on the power play 9:09 into the third period to make the score 2-2. M1 Arizona / University of had taken the advantage when the Rams' Novack got sent off for interference. Shane Gleason provided the assist. In addition, M1 Arizona / University of received assists from Alex ODea, Kyle Griffin, and Robbie Wilkinson, who contributed one each.

Alex Steidler made 27 saves for M1 Colorado State University on 29 shots. The Rams registered zero goals on two power play opportunities. Garrett Patrick rejected 18 shots on goal for the Wildcats. M1 Arizona / University of incurred eight minutes in penalty time with four minors.