The Montana State University Bobcats faced a challenging match against the Grand Canyon University Antelopes at the CU Boulder Rec Center Ice Rink on February 21, 2026. The final score was a tough pill to swallow, with the Antelopes taking the victory at 7-1.

The Antelopes dominated the ice, making 64 shots compared to the Bobcats’ 19. The Bobcats’ defense, led by goalie Emma Carlson, worked tirelessly against the Antelopes’ aggressive offense. Carlson made a commendable 57 saves out of the 64 shots.

The Antelopes’ powerplay was successful 1 out of 3 times, while the Bobcats were unable to capitalize on their 2 powerplay opportunities. Antelopes’ goalie, Annika Olson, had a stellar performance, saving 18 out of the 19 shots made by the Bobcats.

The star of the match was undoubtedly Antelopes’ #12, Jennae Szucs, who scored a hat trick with 3 goals. For the Bobcats, #20 Marin Snyder was able to get one past the Antelopes’ defense, scoring the only goal for the Bobcats.

Despite the loss, the Bobcats showed resilience and determination. They will undoubtedly use this experience to fuel their future games, learning from their shortcomings and coming back stronger.