The Montana State University Bobcats roared to a decisive 4-1 victory against the University of Wyoming Pokes in a thrilling game at Haynes Pavilion on February 7th, 2026. Despite having fewer shots than the Pokes, the Bobcats proved that quality trumps quantity in this exciting face-off.

The Pokes fired off an impressive 55 shots, but the Bobcats’ defense, led by goalie Reese McConnell, was a wall, saving 54 of those attempts. McConnell’s performance was a highlight of the game, showing remarkable resilience and focus in the face of the Pokes’ aggressive offensive strategy.

On the other hand, the Bobcats made the most of their 35 shots, scoring 4 goals. Pokes’ goalie, Pudgie Sabinash, managed to save 31 shots, but the Bobcats’ offensive force proved too strong to be contained.

The Pokes’ powerplay was unsuccessful with 0 goals from 3 attempts. The Bobcats didn’t fare much better in their powerplay, also failing to score from their 4 attempts.

Pokes’ #2 Zoey Brown and Bobcats’ #26 Nicola Roberts each contributed a goal to their teams’ tallies. Roberts’ goal was a testament to the Bobcats’ determination and team spirit, helping secure their victory.

Looking forward, the Bobcats’ next game will be a home match against the University of Utah on Friday, February 20th, at the CU Boulder Rec Center Ice Rink in Colorado. After this convincing win, the Bobcats are surely riding high on confidence and looking to continue their winning streak.