MANKATO, Minn. — The Minnesota State Mavericks and the Bemidji State University Beavers played to a 2-2 tie on Tuesday night, with each team securing a power-play goal in regulation.

The first period opened with the Mavericks aggressively pushing forward, winning the initial faceoff and recording several shots on goal, though none found the net. A key moment occurred when Whitney Tuttle received a two-minute penalty for tripping at 16:15, giving the Beavers a power-play opportunity. Despite the penalty, Minnesota State's defense held firm, and Hailey Hansen successfully saved multiple attempts.

Bemidji State broke the deadlock with a goal by Morgan Smith at 8:49, assisted by Kasey Senden, leaving the Mavericks trailing. Although they created more chances, including a power play late in the period, the Mavericks were unable to convert, ending the period down 1-0.

Midway through the second period, Minnesota State capitalized on a power-play opportunity when Ayla Puppe scored at 3:20, assisted by Taylor Otremba and Kianna Roeske. This power-play goal leveled the score against Bemidji State, who had taken the initial lead. The Mavericks' defense, anchored by Hansen in goal, sustained the pressure, blocking multiple attempts by Bemidji State to regain their advantage. The period concluded with the teams tied at 1-1.

In the third period, the Mavericks took an early lead with a goal from Mercury Bischoff at 18:37, assisted by Lauren Goldsworthy. Their momentum was briefly halted when the Beavers capitalized on a power play, with Isa Goettl tying the game at 4:24. Despite a flurry of shots and a penalty shot opportunity by Puppe, the Mavericks were unable to secure the win before the period ended. The game concluded in a 2-2 tie.

Minnesota State had a strong presence in the overtime period, maintaining offensive pressure throughout. Despite a power-play opportunity following a penalty on the Beavers' Lola Macuiba at 2:54, the Mavericks were unable to convert. Lauren Zawoyski came close with a shot that hit the pipe, but Bemidji State's goaltender, Ava Hills, successfully thwarted multiple attempts. The period concluded scoreless, ending the game in a draw with a final score of 0-0.

In the deciding fifth period, the game intensity heightened as both teams entered a shootout. Minnesota State's goalie Hansen successfully blocked all of Bemidji State's attempts, maintaining a strong defensive presence. The breakthrough came when Taylor Otremba, who had already contributed significantly with an assist earlier, scored the winning goal on her shootout attempt against Hills, securing the victory. The game concluded with the Mavericks winning 3-2 in the shootout.

Bischoff scored one goal and added an assist, contributing to her team's offense. Puppe converted a power-play opportunity, marking her presence with a goal. Otremba displayed efficiency in the faceoff circle, winning 14 of 19 attempts for a 73 percent success rate. Hansen made 25 saves, providing a strong defensive performance in the net.

The Mavericks hold a 5-5-1 overall record with a 1-5-1 mark in conference play. Bemidji State stands at 2-4-1 overall and 0-4-1 in conference matchups.

The Mavericks will face the Beavers on Saturday, Nov. 1 at 2:02 p.m. CT at Mayo Clinic HSEC to finish off the series.