The game between Adrian College - Gold and Colorado State University was tight through all 60 minutes, but in the end Adrian College - Gold emerged with a 4-3 win.

No lead was more than one goal during the contest, and the winning goal was scored by Russ Rizzo at 16:35 of the third period.

Rizzo had a great game for Adrian College - Gold, netting two goals.

Adrian College - Gold's penalty kill was spotless, allowing no goals on three Colorado State University power plays.

Josh Dollinger also scored for Adrian College - Gold. In addition, Adrian College - Gold received assists from Alex Toth, who had one and Jeff LeRoy, who had four.

Colorado State University's offense was handcuffed by Adrian College - Gold's defensive play, and Colorado State University managed only 14 shots on goal during the game.

Colorado State University was led by Jake Purchase, who finished with two goals. Purchase scored the first of his two goals at 13:50 into the first period to make the score 2-1 Colorado State University. Andrew Hasse assisted on the tally. Purchase's next tally made the score 3-2 Colorado State University with 38 seconds left in the second period. Sam Swardenski picked up the assist. Colorado State University also got a goal from Brian Hartman as well. More assists for Colorado State University came via Tom Malone, who had one.

Adrian College - Gold's Garrett Knappe stopped 11 shots out of the 14 that he faced. Adrian College - Gold incurred eight minutes in penalty time with four minors. Nicholas Church made 14 saves for Colorado State University on 18 shots. Colorado State University incurred 12 minutes in penalty time with six minors.