The Massachusetts University of Minutemen used a sparkling performance by Bethany welch to take down the Rhode Island University of Rams, as the netminder did not allow a goal in Massachusetts University of's 3-0 shutout victory.

The Minutemen were led by Kelly Dolan, who had one goal. Dolan scored short handed 3:52 into the first period to make the score 1-0 Massachusetts University of. Meredith Gallagher provided the assist.

Massachusetts University of was held below its usual level of production. The Minutemen average 5.3 goals per game. Massachusetts University of's defensive effort looked to be improved. The Minutemen average 3.0 goals allowed per game.

Massachusetts University of additionally got points from Brittani Lanzilli, who also tallied one goal and one assist to lead the team in points. Tatum Schulz also scored for Massachusetts University of. Other players who recorded assists for Massachusetts University of were Michaela Tosone, who had one.

Rhode Island University of's offense operated below its season average. The Rams put an average of 4.0 pucks into the net per game.

Welch rejected 28 shots on goal for Massachusetts University of. The Minutemen totaled seven minutes in penalty time with one minor and one major and went 0-for-2 on the power play. Abigail Torres made 17 saves for Rhode Island University of on 20 shots. The Rams incurred four minutes in penalty time with two minors.