In a challenging face-off, the Montana State University Bobcats were defeated by the University of Utah Utes with a final score of 5-2 on February 20, 2026. The game was held at the CU Boulder Rec Center Ice Rink in Colorado.

Despite the Bobcats’ valiant efforts and 31 shots on goal, the Utes managed to take control of the game with a total of 38 shots. The Bobcats’ powerplay was 0/2, while the Utes didn’t have any powerplay opportunities.

The Utes’ goalie, Miranda De Antunano, had an impressive performance with 29 saves out of 31 shots. On the other hand, the Bobcats’ Reese Mcconnell managed to make 33 saves out of the 38 shots from the Utes.

The Utes’ #12 Morgan Lavalley was a standout player of the game, scoring 2 goals. For the Bobcats, #22 Rylan Lorentz managed to put one in the net.

The Bobcats are looking forward to their next game, which will be a home game against Grand Canyon University on Saturday, February 21, at the CU Boulder Rec Center Ice Rink. They will undoubtedly use this loss as motivation to come back stronger and more determined.