Minnesota State Mavericks' Late Push Falls Short Against Michigan Tech Huskies in Houghton

First Period

The Minnesota State Mavericks faced off against the Michigan Tech Huskies at the MacInnes Student Ice Arena. The game began with a strong showing from the home team, as the Huskies quickly took control. They managed to score 2 points in this period, leaving the Mavericks trailing behind. Despite their efforts, Minnesota State struggled to find their rhythm and ended this period without scoring.

Second Period

As play resumed, both teams tightened their defenses. The second period saw fewer scoring opportunities for both sides. However, it was Michigan Tech that broke through once again, adding another point to their tally and extending their lead over Minnesota State. The Mavericks continued to battle but were unable to capitalize on any chances during this segment of play.

Third Period

Entering the final period with determination, the Mavericks sought to turn things around. Their persistence paid off when they finally found the back of the net for 1 point in this period. This goal injected some much-needed energy into Minnesota State's game plan as they attempted a comeback against a formidable opponent.

Despite an improved performance by players like Mason Wheeler and Reid Morich who showcased solid defensive plays throughout all periods, it was not enough for Minnesota State to overcome Michigan Tech's advantage by game's end.

The match concluded with a scoreline of 4-1 favoring Michigan Tech Huskies over Minnesota State Mavericks – marking another challenging encounter between these two teams.

Looking ahead on January 24th at Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center located in Mankato; fans can catch live action when Augustana Vikings visit town taking on our very own Maverick squad! Be sure not miss out cheering them onward towards victory! Share your thoughts about today's matchup using #MavericksVsHuskiesFinalScore across social media platforms now!