Rainy River Community College tried to dig itself out of a three-goal hole, but North Dakota State University held on for a 3-1 victory.

A goal by Kelly Morris put North Dakota State University up 3-0 in the third period, but Rainy River Community College pulled to within two on Shelby Tymkin's tally 17:22 into the third period.

Rainy River Community College was stymied by North Dakota State University's netminder Sydney Swanson, who stopped 27 shots during the victory. Even though Swanson played well, his goals against average suffered, as his one goal against exceeded his season average of 0.85.

North Dakota State University was helped by Kacie Johnson, who had one goal. Johnson scored 7:21 into the third period to make the score 2-0 North Dakota State University. Kaylee Lothspeich also scored for North Dakota State University. More assists for North Dakota State University came via Kate Fredrickson, who had one.

In addition, Rainy River Community College received assists from Katie Sinclair, who had one.

North Dakota State University incurred 12 minutes in penalty time with six minors. Shalynn Perry recorded 27 saves for Rainy River Community College. Rainy River Community College incurred six minutes in penalty time with three minors.