The Montana State University Bobcats reigned supreme in a fiercely contested hockey game against the University of Wyoming Pokes, ending with a final score of 4-1 in favor of the Bobcats. The game, which took place at Haynes Pavilion on February 7, 2026, saw the Bobcats outperform the Pokes despite facing more shots.

The Pokes fired an impressive 55 shots at the Bobcats’ goal, but Bobcats’ goalie, Reese McConnell, proved to be the star of the night, making a whopping 54 saves. On the other side, the Bobcats made 35 shots, with the Pokes’ goalie, Pudgie Sabinash, managing to save 31.

Despite the Pokes having more powerplay opportunities (0/3) than the Bobcats (0/4), they failed to capitalize on them, which ultimately cost them the game.

The goal scorers for the night were Zoey Brown of the Pokes and Nicola Roberts of the Bobcats, both contributing one goal each to their respective teams.

The Bobcats will be looking to carry this momentum into their next game at home against the University of Utah. The game is scheduled for Friday, February 20, at the CU Boulder Rec Center Ice Rink in Colorado. Be sure to catch the action as the Bobcats aim to continue their winning streak.