The Western New England Golden Bears secured a 2-0 victory over the University of New England Nor'Easters, with Maddie Pope scoring a goal in both the second and third periods, while Rieley Jessie-Gerelli made 28 saves for the shutout. The win grants the Golden Bears the number two seed and home-ice advantage for the CCC semifinal game.

By the Numbers
  • Western New England: 15-7-3 (11-5-2)
  • University of New England: 10-12-3 (9-6-3)
State of Play
  • Western New England will host a playoff game for the first time in program history
  • The teams will face each other again in the CCC playoffs semifinal round on February 24
What's Next

The Western New England Golden Bears will host the University of New England Nor'Easters in the CCC playoffs semifinal round on February 24 at the Olympia Ice Center in West Springfield, Massachusetts.

Bottom Line

The Western New England Golden Bears' victory secures them the number two seed and home-ice advantage for the upcoming CCC playoffs, marking a historic moment as they host a playoff game for the first time in program history.