The #4 seed Aurora University Spartans secured a 2-1 victory over the #5 seed Milwaukee School of Engineering in the first round of the NCHA Harris Cup Playoffs, with an overtime goal from Jake Code at Fox Valley Ice Arena. The equalizer was scored by Hassan Akl, assisted by Connor Smith and Derrick Budz, leading to the overtime heroics from Code. The Spartans outshot the visitors 21-16 in the second period and Jacob MuCitelli made 24 saves in the game.

By the Numbers
  • Records: Aurora University 14-11-1 overall, Milwaukee School of Engineering 14-10-2 overall
  • Shots on Goal: Spartans outshot the visitors 21-16 in the second period
  • Saves: Jacob MuCitelli made 24 saves
State of Play
  • Next action on Saturday, February 17, when they host Milwaukee School of Engineering in the second game of the first round of the NCHA Harris Cup Playoffs
  • Puck drop is slated for 11:00 a.m. at Fox Valley Ice Arena in Geneva, Illinois
Bottom Line

The Aurora University Spartans clinched a thrilling 2-1 overtime victory over Milwaukee School of Engineering in the NCHA Harris Cup Playoffs, with Jake Code's goal being the difference. Their next game is scheduled for February 17, as they aim to continue their playoff success.