St. Norbert scored early and made its chances count in a 3-0 win over Lakeland, dimming the Muskies’ hopes of hosting a Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference tournament quarterfinal. Lakeland must beat Concordia Wisconsin on Saturday and needs help elsewhere to finish in the conference’s top four.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: St. Norbert 3, Lakeland 0.
  • Shots: St. Norbert 9, Lakeland 7; shots on goal: 5-3.
  • Lakeland’s records: 11-4-3 overall and 5-3-3 in the NACC.
Yes, But

Lakeland had several chances, including three shots in a five-minute stretch late in the game, but couldn’t convert. A second yellow card sent Yovanni Serna off with more than 20 minutes remaining, leaving the Muskies a player down as they tried to mount a comeback.

What’s Next

Lakeland closes its regular season on the road against Concordia Wisconsin on Saturday at 12:30 p.m. A win is essential, but the Muskies also need favorable results elsewhere to regain a top-four spot and secure a home quarterfinal.

Bottom Line

The loss leaves Lakeland with no margin for error in its finale: beat Concordia Wisconsin, then hope the standings break its way.