The M1 Colorado ^ University of Golden Buffaloes took the lead against M2 Northern Colorado University of in the first period and maintained it until the end of the game to secure a tight 2-0 victory.

The Golden Buffaloes' penalty kill excelled, as M1 Colorado ^ University of gave up zero goals despite allowing six power plays.

The Golden Buffaloes were sparked by Bruce, who finished with one goal.

M1 Colorado ^ University of stifled M2 Northern Colorado University of's power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man. With 72 shots on target during the contest, the Golden Buffaloes exceeded the 11.3 shots they average per game this year.

Thomas Jarman also scored for M1 Colorado ^ University of. In addition, M1 Colorado ^ University of received assists from Matt Adams, David Coleman, and John Nitchen, who contributed one each.

M2 Northern Colorado University of excelled on the penalty kill, not giving up a single goal in four chances. M2 Northern Colorado University of was held below its usual level of production. M2 Northern Colorado University of puts an average of 4.3 pucks into the net per game.

Colin Champine recorded 21 saves for M1 Colorado ^ University of. The Golden Buffaloes incurred 12 minutes in penalty time with six minors. Grant Payne made 70 saves for M2 Northern Colorado University of on 72 shots. M2 Northern Colorado University of incurred eight minutes in penalty time with four minors.