The Montana State University Bobcats faced a tough loss against the University of Utah Utes at the Haynes Pavilion on January 17, 2026. The Utes beat the Bobcats with a final score of 4-2.

The Utes outshot the Bobcats with a total of 42 shots compared to the Bobcats’ 33. Despite the Bobcats’ powerplay advantage of 1/4 against the Utes’ 0/6, the Utes managed to secure a win.

The goaltending was a key factor in this game. The Utes’ goalie, Keyauna Robinson-Prefontaine, made impressive saves with 31 out of 33 shots. On the other hand, Bobcats’ Emma Carlson saved 38 out of 42 shots.

The Utes’ #20 Ashley Paterson shined in this game with 2 goals, while Bobcats’ #29 Paiton Miller managed to score 1 goal.

The Bobcats will take this loss as a learning experience and will look forward to their next home game against Colorado State University on Friday, January 23 at Haynes Pavilion. Despite this setback, the Bobcats remain optimistic and are ready to bounce back in their upcoming game.