The Montana State University Bobcats faced a hard-fought overtime defeat against the University of Arizona Wildcats, with a final score of 4-5. The game took place at AZ Ice Peoria, Arizona on January 31, 2026.

The Bobcats put up a strong fight, taking 39 shots at the Wildcats’ net, but it was the Wildcats’ offensive intensity that ruled the game, taking a staggering 68 shots. Despite the high shot count, Bobcats’ goalie Emma Carlson stood tall with 63 saves. On the other side of the ice, Wildcats’ Olivia Sorlie managed 35 saves.

The Bobcats struggled on the powerplay, going 0 for 3, while the Wildcats converted one of their five chances. Bobcats’ #26 Nicola Roberts was a standout performer, scoring 2 goals in the match. However, it was Wildcats’ #22 Lilly Howell who stole the show with a hat trick.

The Bobcats will look to bounce back from this defeat in their next game against Grand Canyon University, away on Sunday, February 1 at AZ Ice Arcadia, Arizona. Let’s hope the Bobcats can turn things around and come back stronger.