In a heart-stopping overtime showdown, the Marian University Sabres fell narrowly to the University of Wisconsin Badgers with a final score of 4-3. The game was held at Homewood-Flossmor Ice Arena on February 20, 2026.
Despite the loss, the Sabres put up a valiant fight against the Badgers. With 18 shots on goal, compared to the Badgers’ 45, the Sabres made every shot count. However, the team’s powerplay was unable to convert on two opportunities, finishing the game 0/2.
In the Sabres net, goaltender Tyler McArthur put on a noteworthy performance, making 41 saves on 45 shots. On the other side of the ice, the Badgers’ Robo Gallun faced 18 shots and made 15 saves.
Sabres’ Blake Stafford managed to find the back of the net, contributing one goal to the team’s effort. Meanwhile, Badgers’ Jack Wojnowski was a key playmaker for his team, providing two assists.
Despite the tough loss, the Sabres look forward to their next game, an away match against Schoolcraft College on February 21 at the Kube Sports Complex in Indiana. The team will be working on their powerplay efficiency and defensive strategies to come back stronger in their upcoming games.