M2 Northern Illinois University and M2 Illinois State University could not settle their match and fought to a 2-2 tie.

M2 Northern Illinois University excelled on the penalty kill, not giving up a single goal in three chances. M2 Northern Illinois University was held below its usual level of production. M2 Northern Illinois University averages 5.0 goals per game. M2 Northern Illinois University's offense rang up 45 shots on M2 Illinois State University's net.

M2 Northern Illinois University was helped by Joe Serpico, who grabbed one goal. Serpico scored 19:42 into the first period to make the score 1-1. John Luciana provided the assist. M2 Northern Illinois University also got a goal from Justin Rucinski as well. More assists for M2 Northern Illinois University came via Mark Greenberg, who had one.

M2 Illinois State University could not produce up to its normal offensive output. M2 Illinois State University puts an average of 6.0 pucks into the net per game. M2 Illinois State University kept M2 Northern Illinois University's goalie busy throughout the game, and Alex Hare made 38 saves on 40 shots. M2 Illinois State University found itself short handed often, totaling 32 penalty minutes and allowing nine power plays.

M2 Illinois State University was helped by Clint Zumer, who registered one goal. Zumer scored 6:35 into the first period to make the score 1-0 M2 Illinois State University. Parker Johnson assisted on the tally. M2 Illinois State University additionally got points from Tim Talty, who also finished with one goal and one assist.

M2 Northern Illinois University incurred 20 minutes in penalty time with five minors. David Krienke rejected 43 shots on goal for M2 Illinois State University.