M2 New York University and M2 Rider University were evenly matched throughout their contest, but M2 New York University made the most of its opportunities and won, 5-4.

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

M2 New York University was sparked by Esposito, who finished with one goal and one assist. Esposito scored 18:39 into the third period to make the score 5-4 M2 New York University. Gabriel Gollette assisted on the tally.

M2 New York University struggled to stay out of the sin bin throughout the game as it finished the game with 16 penalty minutes for four opposing power plays. M2 New York University's defensemen played an important role in the offense, chipping in two goals. With 37 shots on target during the contest, M2 New York University exceeded the 32.4 shots it averages per game this year.

M2 New York University also got points from Michael Conslato, who also had one goal and one assist. M2 New York University also had goals scored by Evan Ripley, Charles Arsenescu, and Maxwell Devorris, who scored one goal each. Other players who recorded assists for M2 New York University were Gil Lipkin, Mason Gallegos, and Eric Boyda, who contributed one each.

M2 Rider University stifled M2 New York University's power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man. M2 Rider University found itself short handed often, totaling 20 penalty minutes and allowing six power plays.

M2 Rider University was helped by Andrew Heinz, who registered one goal. Heinz scored on the power play 10:03 into the third period to make the score 4-3 M2 Rider University. A hooking penalty on Hamilton Whyte had put M2 Rider University on the power play. Patrick Grilli picked up the assist. Others who scored for M2 Rider University included Vincent Arlotta, Conner Fox, and John Martino, who each put in one. In addition, M2 Rider University received assists from Michael Katz, who had two.

Jack Nebe rejected 22 shots on goal for M2 New York University. CJ Lineman made 32 saves for M2 Rider University on 37 shots.