Though a playoff spot was out of the question, the MSU Bobcats had a lot to say in their last weekend of games against the Univ. of Idaho, sweeping the Vandals at home before rowdy crowds. Both games were hard-fought, sparking the occasional skirmish and consequential ejections.
Game one was tied 1-1 entering the third period before Idaho scored with 10:15 remaining, but the Bobcats would not be denied. Less than a minute later sophomore Corey Jewell answered with a goal, and then another with just 4:15 left to play to secure the 3-2 win.
Game two was equally thrilling as junior Greg Slominski scored a hat trick with goals at 19:25 in the second, 4:21 in the third and another with just 1:17 left in the game to seal it for the Cats, 6-3.
“This year we came together as a team, posting a 6-2 record during a very strong second half of our season. As a club, I believe we now have a solid foundation on which we can continue to build on and ensure a successful future." said William Thompson, the president of Bobcat hockey.
In their last weekend of play, the Bobcats improved their defense immensely and proved to be a tough test in front of their home crowd. MSU has a lot to look forward to next season. With plenty of freshmen gaining experience this season and just two seniors and one graduate student on the team, the Bobcats should return most of their current squad next year.