The Montana State University Bobcats faced a challenging match against the Grand Canyon University Antelopes at the CU Boulder Rec Center Ice Rink on February 21, 2026. The final score was a disappointing 7-1 defeat for the Bobcats.

The Antelopes dominated the game from the start, firing a total of 64 shots against the Bobcats’ 19. Their powerplay was also more effective, with a success rate of 1 out of 3 attempts, while the Bobcats were unable to convert their two powerplay opportunities.

Goalkeeping was a significant factor in this match. The Antelopes’ goalie, Annika Olson, had an impressive game with 18 saves out of 19 shots. On the other hand, Bobcats’ goalie, Emma Carlson, faced a barrage of shots, making 57 saves out of the 64 shots fired by the Antelopes.

The standout player of the game was undoubtedly the Antelopes’ #12, Jennae Szucs, who scored a hat trick. For the Bobcats, #20 Marin Snyder managed to get on the score sheet with one goal.

Despite the loss, the Bobcats showed resilience and determination. The team will undoubtedly learn from this experience and come back stronger in their next game.