On February 21st, the Montana State University Bobcats faced off against the Grand Canyon University Antelopes at the CU Boulder Rec Center Ice Rink. The final score was a tough pill to swallow for the Bobcats, with the Antelopes securing a 7-1 victory.

With a total of 64 shots on goal, the Antelopes dominated the game. Their relentless offense was led by #12 Jennae Szucs, who scored a hat trick. The Bobcats, despite their valiant efforts, managed to make only 19 shots on goal.

The Bobcats’ goalie, Emma Carlson, had a challenging night, facing a barrage of shots from the Antelopes. Despite saving 57 out of 64 shots, the Antelopes’ powerful offense overpowered the Bobcats. On the other side of the rink, Antelopes’ goalie Annika Olson had a comparatively quieter night, saving 18 out of 19 shots.

The powerplay performance of both teams also played a significant role in the game. The Antelopes capitalized on one of their three powerplays, while the Bobcats failed to score on either of their two opportunities.

The sole goal for the Bobcats was scored by #20 Marin Snyder, providing a glimmer of hope for the team in an otherwise challenging match.

The Bobcats will look to regroup and bounce back stronger in their next game. Despite the tough loss, the team’s spirit remains unbroken, and they are eager to turn things around in their upcoming matches.