The Marquette University Golden Eagles faced off against the DePaul University Blue Demons in a thrilling match that had fans on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer. Despite a valiant effort, the Golden Eagles fell short with a final score of 7-6 in favor of the Blue Demons.

The game, which took place at the Ponds of Brookfield, showcased the competitive spirit and skill of both teams. The Blue Demons came out strong, firing a total of 44 shots on goal throughout the game. Their powerplay was particularly effective, converting on 1 out of 3 opportunities.

On the other side, the Golden Eagles put up a good fight with 31 shots on goal, but struggled to capitalize on their powerplay chances, going 0 for 5. Goalie Daniel Leger faced 15 shots and made 11 saves for the Golden Eagles, while Diego Condie-Espinosa of the Blue Demons turned away 25 of the 31 shots he faced.

Individual performances stood out on both teams, with Ryan Plotke of the Blue Demons racking up an impressive 3 assists, while Curtis Bruen of the Golden Eagles contributed 2 assists to his team’s efforts.

While the outcome may not have been what the Golden Eagles had hoped for, the team showed resilience and determination throughout the game. With valuable lessons learned from this matchup, the Golden Eagles will undoubtedly regroup and come back stronger in their next game.

Stay tuned for more updates and support our Marquette University Golden Eagles as they continue to showcase their talent and dedication on the ice. Go Golden Eagles!