FORT WAYNE, Ind. — The Indiana Tech women's ice hockey team battled Michigan State University on Friday night at PSM Icehouse, keeping the game scoreless through the opening period before falling 3-0 to the Spartans.

The Warriors came out strong defensively, holding Michigan State to just eight shots in the first period while putting nine shots on goal of their own. Goaltender Ashtyn Berthiaume helped keep the Spartans off the scoreboard, giving Indiana Tech a strong start. 

Michigan State broke through at 7:25 of the second period, but Indiana Tech continued to compete and look for an equalizer. The Spartans added another goal at 11:46 to take a 2-0 lead into the final period.

Indiana Tech continued to generate opportunities in the third, recording 11 shots on goal and finishing just two shots behind Michigan State overall, 29-27. The Warriors also earned five power-play opportunities but were unable to convert. Michigan State added an empty-net goal late to secure the 3-0 result.

Berthiaume finished with 26 saves, keeping the Warriors within reach throughout the contest. Despite the shutout, Indiana Tech showed defensive resilience and continued pressure against a tough Spartan squad.