M3-Colorado School of Mines took the lead against M3-Dordt College in the first period and maintained it until the end of the game to secure a tight 2-0 victory.

M3-Colorado School of Mines was boosted by Jason Robes, who turned in a shutout with 34 saves. Robes certainly lowered his goals against average, which was 2.38 entering the contest.

M3-Colorado School of Mines was sparked by Merrick, who racked up one goal.

M3-Colorado School of Mines put up an impenetrable defensive front on the penalty kill, and did not allow M3-Dordt College to score on any of its three power plays. M3-Colorado School of Mines could not produce up to its normal offensive output. M3-Colorado School of Mines averages 6.2 goals per game. M3-Colorado School of Mines' defensive play was more effective than usual against M3-Dordt College. M3-Colorado School of Mines allows 2.7 goals per game.

Ryan Plessinger also scored for M3-Colorado School of Mines. In addition, M3-Colorado School of Mines received assists from Jeremy Che, who had one and William Fraser, who had two.

M3-Dordt College did not reach the goal total it has come to expect this season. M3-Dordt College puts an average of 2.7 pucks into the net per game. M3-Dordt College forced M3-Colorado School of Mines goalie Robes to work between the pipes, taking 34 shots.

M3-Colorado School of Mines incurred eight minutes in penalty time with four minors. Ross Van Gaalen rejected 24 shots on goal for M3-Dordt College. M3-Dordt College incurred six minutes in penalty time with three minors.