In a game where neither team could get a cushion, the Penn State University Nitty Lions escaped with a 4-3 victory over the Miami University RedHawks.

Each team kept the other at bay throughout the game, and Madison Smiddy secured the win for Penn State University with a goal in the third period.

Smiddy had a great game for the Nitty Lions, netting two goals.

Penn State University's penalty kill was spotless, allowing no goals on five Miami University power plays. The Nitty Lions got an offensive boost from their blueliners, who contributed two goals during the game.

Penn State University also had goals scored by Jacqueline Saideh and Riley OConnor, who each put in one. More assists for Penn State University came via Darby Kern, who had three and Cara Mendelson and Anna Marcus, who each chipped in one.

Miami University's offense operated below its season average. The RedHawks put an average of 6.3 pucks into the net per game. Miami University's offense rang up 36 shots on Penn State University's net. The RedHawks gave up more goals than its normal season average. Miami University averages 1.3 goal allowed per game.

The RedHawks were helped by Hayley Williams, who finished with one goal. Williams scored 16:00 into the second period to make the score 2-2. Kaley Mooney assisted on the tally. Miami University additionally got points from Nicole Matthews, who also registered one goal and one assist to lead the team in points. Miami University also got a goal from Cassidy Guthrie as well. In addition, Miami University received assists from Alyssa Visalli, who had one.

Mary Kate Tonetti made 33 saves for the Nitty Lions on 36 shots. Penn State University incurred eight minutes in penalty time with four minors. Carly Vanorden rejected 20 shots on goal for Miami University. The RedHawks incurred 12 minutes in penalty time with six minors.