The Montana State University Bobcats faced a challenging match against the University of Utah Utes this past weekend. In a game that saw the Bobcats put up a valiant effort, the final score was Utes 5, Bobcats 2.

The game took place on February 20th, 2026, at the CU Boulder Rec Center Ice Rink in Colorado. Both teams fought hard, with the Utes firing 38 shots and the Bobcats not far behind with 31 shots. Despite the Bobcats’ best efforts, the Utes managed to secure the win.

The Utes’ powerplay was 0/0, while the Bobcats had a powerplay of 0/2. The game was a real showcase for the goalies, with the Utes’ Miranda De Antunano making 29 saves out of 31 shots, and the Bobcats’ Reese McConnell saving 33 out of 38 shots.

The Utes’ #12, Morgan Lavalley, was a standout player with 2 goals. On the Bobcats’ side, #18 Elly Aldrich managed to score 1 goal.

Despite the loss, the Bobcats are looking forward to their next game. They will be playing at home against Grand Canyon University on Saturday, February 21, at the CU Boulder Rec Center Ice Rink. The team is eager to bounce back from this defeat and deliver a strong performance in their upcoming match.