The Colorado State University Rams beat Colorado University of, 3-1, in a contest where the winning goal was scored in the first period but the game remained close throughout.

Colorado State University took over the lead for good with a goal by Sarina Perret at 14:47 in the first period. Michelle Harcrow picked up the assist.

Meghan Nelson spearheaded the defensive effort for the Rams, as he did not allow a puck past him and made 29 saves for the shutout. Nelson certainly lowered his goals against average, which was 2.18 entering the contest.

Colorado State University's penalty kill excelled, as the Rams gave up zero goals despite allowing seven power plays.

Colorado State University stifled Colorado University of's power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man. The Rams kept Colorado University of's goalie busy throughout the game, and Natalie Warnes made 32 saves on 35 shots.

Colorado State University was helped by Alicia Ziff, who registered one goal. Ziff scored 10:30 into the second period to make the score 2-0 Colorado State University. Kelly French also scored for Colorado State University. In addition, Colorado State University received assists from Molly Oneil, who had one.

Colorado University of put up an impenetrable defensive front on the penalty kill, and did not allow the Rams to score on any of their six power plays. Colorado University of's offense operated below its season average. Colorado University of averages 3.3 goals per game.

Colorado University of was led by Kaye Sitterley, who scored the team's only goal. Sitterley scored 18:13 into the second period to make the score 2-1 Colorado State University. Leah MacArthur assisted on the tally.

Colorado State University incurred 12 minutes in penalty time with six minors. Colorado University of incurred 10 minutes in penalty time with five minors.