M2 Robert Morris University Illi tried to dig itself out of a three-goal hole, but M2 Southern Illinois -Edwardsvill held on for a 5-3 victory.

M2 Southern Illinois -Edwardsvill took a 5-2 lead during the third period, only to have M2 Robert Morris University Illi storm back on a Vito Bruno goal 11:34 into the third period to pull to two goals down.

M2 Southern Illinois -Edwardsvill forced M2 Robert Morris University Illi goalie Andy Poetzinger to work between the pipes, taking 45 shots.

M2 Southern Illinois -Edwardsvill was led by Taylor Emerick, who registered three goals. M2 Southern Illinois -Edwardsvill also got points from Andrew Bond, who also racked up one goal and one assist. M2 Southern Illinois -Edwardsvill also got a goal from Nicholas Sabol as well. In addition, M2 Southern Illinois -Edwardsvill received assists from Ryan Tinsley, who had one and Nick Edwards, who had three.

M2 Robert Morris University Illi found itself short handed often, totaling 26 penalty minutes and allowing eight power plays.

Zac Carbine also scored for M2 Robert Morris University Illi. More assists for M2 Robert Morris University Illi came via Nathan Iaciancio and Tim Webster, who each chipped in one.

Jake Davis recorded 26 saves for M2 Southern Illinois -Edwardsvill. M2 Southern Illinois -Edwardsvill incurred 22 minutes in penalty time with six minors. Andy Poetzinger made 40 saves for M2 Robert Morris University Illi on 45 shots. M2 Robert Morris University Illi registered one goal on six power play opportunities. M2 Robert Morris University Illi ran into serious disciplinary problems during the contest, and Lucas Stover was ejected from the game.