The Minnesota University of Golden Gophers beat the Wisconsin University of Badgers, 2-1, in a contest where the winning goal was scored in the first period but the game remained close throughout.

Minnesota University of took over the lead for good with a goal by Cecilia Hardacker at 16:00 in the first period. Amanda Parranto picked up the assist.

Hardacker was all over the ice for the Golden Gophers, as he had two goals in the win.

Minnesota University of did not reach the goal total it has come to expect this season. The Golden Gophers put an average of 4.3 pucks into the net per game.

In addition, Minnesota University of received assists from Kristina Anderson, who had one and Melissa Drown, who had two.

Wisconsin University of was led by Izzy Brinker, who scored the team's only goal. Brinker scored 19:33 into the second period to make the score 2-1 Minnesota University of. Gabrielle Laures provided the assist.

Minnesota University of incurred six minutes in penalty time with three minors. The Badgers incurred six minutes in penalty time with three minors.