The Montana State University Bobcats faced off against the University of Utah Utes in an intense game at the CU Boulder Rec Center Ice Rink on February 20, 2026. The final score was a tough loss for the Bobcats, with the Utes taking the victory 5-2.

Despite the loss, the Bobcats put up a strong fight. The team managed to fire off 31 shots against the Utes’ goalie, Miranda De Antunano, who managed to save 29 of those attempts. On the other side, the Bobcats’ goalie, Reese McConnell, faced a barrage of 38 shots, making an impressive 33 saves.

The Utes’ #12, Morgan Lavalley, was a standout player in the game, scoring 2 goals against the Bobcats. On the Bobcats’ side, #18 Elly Aldrich managed to find the back of the net once.

In terms of power plays, the Bobcats had 2 opportunities but were unable to capitalize on either. The Utes, on the other hand, didn’t have any power-play opportunities.

Looking forward, the Bobcats will be back on home ice on February 21, facing off against Grand Canyon University at the CU Boulder Rec Center Ice Rink. Despite the loss, the team remains optimistic and focused on their upcoming game.