North Dakota State University had a two-goal lead after two periods and cruised the rest of the way en route to a 5-1 win over Rainy River Community College.

North Dakota State University was sparked by Kaylee Lothspeich, who had one goal and one assist. Lothspeich scored 3:54 into the first period to make the score 2-0 North Dakota State University. Karla Stone assisted on the tally.

North Dakota State University forced Rainy River Community College goalie Shalynn Perry to work between the pipes, taking 47 shots. The defensemen of North Dakota State University were also effective in Rainy River Community College's zone, and came away with four goals.

North Dakota State University also got a goal from Kate Fredrickson as well. In addition, North Dakota State University received assists from Kelly Morris, who had one and Kacie Johnson, who had two.

Rainy River Community College stifled North Dakota State University's power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man. Rainy River Community College could not produce up to its normal offensive output. Rainy River Community College averages 3.7 goals per game. Rainy River Community College's defense was uncharacteristically lax during the game. Rainy River Community College gives up 2.1 goals per game.

Rainy River Community College was led by Shilo Beck, who scored the team's only goal. Beck scored 11:55 into the second period to make the score 3-1 North Dakota State University.

North Dakota State University's Sydney Swanson stopped 24 shots out of the 25 that he faced. North Dakota State University incurred four minutes in penalty time with two minors. Perry recorded 42 saves for Rainy River Community College. Rainy River Community College incurred 10 minutes in penalty time with five minors.