The Wisconsin University of Badgers survived a determined comeback attempt by the Minnesota University of Golden Gophers on the way to a 4-3 win.

Wisconsin University of made the score 3-0 on a goal by Sabrina Barrett at 6:28 in the second period, and Minnesota University of got as close as 3-2 when Kristina Anderson scored 1:36 into the third period.

The Badgers were paced by Jess Smith, who registered one goal and one assist. Smith scored on the power play 11:20 into the third period to make the score 4-3 Wisconsin University of. Barbara Birrittella assisted on the tally.

Wisconsin University of found the back of the net more times than it usually has this season. The Badgers average 1.9 goal per game.

Lily Klapper also scored for Wisconsin University of. In addition, Wisconsin University of received assists from Izzy Brinker, who had two and Samantha Kinsler and Claire Thompson, who each chipped in one.

Minnesota University of also had goals scored by Sarah Mayer and Rheanna Duncan, who scored one goal each. More assists for Minnesota University of came via Melissa Drown, Megan Bergland, and Jordyn Haupert, who contributed one each.

Samantha Azuma made 27 saves for Wisconsin University of on 30 shots. The Badgers ended with no penalties and went 2-for-0 on the power play. Molly Westfield recorded 11 saves for the Golden Gophers. Minnesota University of finished the contest with no penalties and went 0-for-0 with the man advantage.