M2 Boise State University gutted out a close 7-5 win against M2 Montana Tech of the Univ of MT.

Neither team gained more than a two-goal lead, and Jake Minton's goal in the third period proved to be the difference maker.

Minton was all over the ice for M2 Boise State University, as he had two goals in the win.

M2 Boise State University's offense was clicking better than usual and put 22 shots on goal during the game, better than the 0.1 shots per game it averages. M2 Boise State University surpassed its usual scoring output this season. M2 Boise State University averages 4.3 goals per game. Team's forwards weren't the only contributers offensively, and the team's defensemen showcased their scoring touch with two goals. M2 Boise State University could not stay out of the penalty box, as the team accrued 60 minutes in penalties during the game.

M2 Boise State University additionally got points from Justin Beverlin, who also grabbed one goal and one assist. Others who scored for M2 Boise State University included Trevor Smith, who had two and Bryson Schmitz and Greg Chapman, who each put in one. More assists for M2 Boise State University came via Josh Kincaid, who had two and Drew Punnett and Matt Sanford, who contributed one each.

By firing 29 shots on goal, M2 Montana Tech of the Univ of MT exceeded the 0.1 shots it averages per game this year. M2 Montana Tech of the Univ of MT could not stay out of the penalty box, as the team accrued 30 minutes in penalties during the game. M2 Montana Tech of the Univ of MT was ineffective while on the power play, as it was held to two goals off of 12 man advantages.

M2 Montana Tech of the Univ of MT was led by Tyler Cole, who registered two goals. Cole scored the first of his two goals at 2:15 into the first period to make the score 1-0 M2 Montana Tech of the Univ of MT. Allan Young picked up the assist. Cole's next tally made the score 5-5 with 4:03 left in the third period. M2 Montana Tech of the Univ of MT also got points from Douglas Abbott, who also racked up one goal and one assist. M2 Montana Tech of the Univ of MT also had goals scored by Daniel Morris and Joel Johnson, who scored one goal each. In addition, M2 Montana Tech of the Univ of MT received assists from Peter Lawler, who had two.

Michael Wallingford made 24 saves for M2 Boise State University on 29 shots. M2 Boise State University registered three goals on 11 power play opportunities. For M2 Boise State University, Chapman and Punnett were ejected from the contest. Max Lucas rejected 15 shots on goal for M2 Montana Tech of the Univ of MT.