In a thrilling encounter on the 5th of October, the Montana State University Bobcats emerged victorious against the Colorado State University Rams, with a final scoreline of 3-1. The game, held at the Edora Pool Ice Center, showcased the Bobcats’ resilience and determination.

Despite the Rams having a slight edge in shots (45 to the Bobcats’ 43), the Bobcats’ goalie, Reese McConnell, put up a phenomenal performance. McConnell faced 45 shots, making an impressive 44 saves. This was in contrast to the Rams’ goalie, Morgan Neibauer, who, despite facing fewer shots (43), managed only 40 saves.

The Bobcats’ powerplay was 0/1, while the Rams’ powerplay was 0/4, indicating the strength of both teams’ defenses. However, it was the Bobcats who capitalized on their opportunities, with #4 Maeve Kelleher scoring a crucial goal.

The only consolation for the Rams was #20 Emme Coquet’s goal, which was not enough to prevent the Bobcats from securing a well-deserved victory.

The Bobcats will be looking to carry this momentum into their next game at home against the University of Colorado on Friday, October 17, at Haynes Pavilion. The Bobcats’ fans will be hoping for another strong performance from their team.