The game between the M1 Mercyhurst University Lakers and the M1 Colorado State University Rams was tight through all 60 minutes, but in the end M1 Mercyhurst University emerged with a 3-2 win.

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

The Lakers were led by Valasek, who had one goal. Valasek scored 18:53 into the third period to make the score 3-2 M1 Mercyhurst University. Michal Smid picked up the assist.

M1 Mercyhurst University put up an impenetrable defensive front on the penalty kill, and did not allow M1 Colorado State University to score on any of its four power plays. The Lakers put 24 shots on net during the contest, more than the 1.4 they average per game.

M1 Mercyhurst University additionally got points from Smid, who also grabbed one goal and one assist to lead the team in points. M1 Mercyhurst University also got a goal from Joseph Zinner as well. In addition, M1 Mercyhurst University received assists from Patrick Dolan, Darnell Clarke, and Joseph Tadiello, who contributed one each.

The Rams found themselves short handed often, totaling 16 penalty minutes and allowing eight power plays. With 33 shots on target during the contest, M1 Colorado State University exceeded the 3.3 shots it averages per game this year.

The Rams were helped by Erik Waring, who racked up one goal. Waring scored 12:38 into the first period to make the score 1-0 M1 Colorado State University. Connor Tamai assisted on the tally. Nicholas ODonnell also scored for M1 Colorado State University. Other players who recorded assists for M1 Colorado State University were William Barber, Zac Novack, and Todd Sowell, who each chipped in one.

Adam Goss rejected 31 shots on goal for M1 Mercyhurst University. The Lakers ended with 25 minutes in penalty time with five minors and one major. For M1 Mercyhurst University, Jacob Grimm was ejected from the game. Alex Steidler made 21 saves for M1 Colorado State University on 24 shots.