The Massachusetts University of Minutemen almost clawed their way back from a three-goal deficit, but the Rhode Island University of Rams managed to pull out a 3-1 win in the end.

Rhode Island University of led by three goals at one point and ended with the victory. The largest advantage in the game came when the Rams' Janessa Courtney scored at 4:42 in the second period to put Rhode Island University of up 3-0.

Massachusetts University of was stymied by the Rams' netminder Sarah Ross, who stopped 26 shots during the victory. Ross certainly lowered his goals against average, which was 3.88 entering the contest.

Rhode Island University of was led by Monica Darby, who registered one goal. Darby scored 42 seconds into the second period to make the score 2-0 Rhode Island University of. Marykate Stimpson picked up the assist.

The Rams' offense rang up 31 shots on the Minutemen's net.

Rhode Island University of also got points from Courtney, who also had one goal and one assist and Kristy Kennedy, who also racked up one goal and one assist.

Massachusetts University of was held below its usual level of production. The Minutemen average 4.2 goals per game.

Massachusetts University of was led by Brittani Lanzilli, who scored the team's only goal. Lanzilli scored 16:15 into the second period to make the score 3-1 Rhode Island University of. Michaela Tosone provided the assist.

Rhode Island University of incurred four minutes in penalty time with two minors. Kasey Zegel made 28 saves for the Minutemen on 31 shots. Massachusetts University of incurred four minutes in penalty time with two minors.