The Montana State University Bobcats emerged victorious against the University of Wyoming Pokes in an exhilarating hockey match on February 7th, 2026. The final score stood at a resounding 4-1 in favor of the Bobcats.

The game, held at the Haynes Pavilion, saw the Pokes dominate the shot count with 55 shots against the Bobcats’ 35. However, the Bobcats proved that quality trumps quantity, scoring four goals from their fewer attempts.

Both teams failed to capitalize on powerplay opportunities, with the Pokes going 0/3 and the Bobcats slightly worse at 0/4. Despite these missed chances, the Bobcats demonstrated superior finishing and defensive skills.

The goalkeepers had a busy night, with the Pokes’ Pudgie Sabinash facing 35 shots and making 31 saves. On the other hand, the Bobcats’ Reese McConnell had a stellar game, saving 54 out of 55 shots.

Goal scorers for the night included Zoey Brown of the Pokes and Nicola Roberts of the Bobcats, both contributing one goal each to their respective teams.

The Bobcats will look to carry this momentum into their next game at home against the University of Utah. The match will take place on Friday, February 20th at the CU Boulder Rec Center Ice Rink in Colorado. Fans are eagerly anticipating another thrilling performance from the victorious Bobcats.