The Montana Tech Orediggers faced a tough defeat against the Boise State University Broncos with a final score of 1-6 on February 6, 2026, at Salt Lake City Sports Complex, UT.

The Orediggers were under pressure from the start, with the Broncos dominating the game with a total of 90 shots, compared to the Orediggers’ 17. Despite the disadvantage, Orediggers goalie Carson Burkart put up an impressive performance with 84 saves. Meanwhile, the Broncos’ goalie Keagan Carley managed to save 16 out of 17 shots.

The Orediggers were unable to capitalize on their powerplay opportunities, going 0 for 4. The Broncos, on the other hand, were able to convert 1 out of their 6 powerplay chances.

Orediggers’ #10 Cade Holland was the lone scorer for his team, netting one goal. The Broncos’ #13 Tyler Hanson played a crucial role for his team, providing 2 assists that contributed to their victory.

The Orediggers will need to regroup and strategize for their upcoming games. Despite the loss, the team showed determination and resilience, and there is no doubt that they will bounce back stronger.