In a thrilling championship match at the women’s Frozen Four on Sunday, top-seed Wisconsin rallied to a 4-3 victory over No. 2 seed Ohio State. Kirsten Simms played a crucial role in the comeback, scoring the tying goal on a penalty shot with 18 seconds left and then delivering the game-winning goal in sudden-death overtime.
This victory marked Wisconsin’s record eighth championship win, with Simms’ heroics helping the team overcome a tough Ohio State squad. Joy Dunne and Laila Edwards also contributed key goals for Wisconsin, while Sloane Matthews and Emma Peschel found the back of the net for Ohio State.
The match was a rematch of last season’s final, where Ohio State had emerged victorious. However, this time around, Wisconsin came out on top in a dramatic fashion. The game was filled with excitement, with back-and-forth action and impressive performances from both teams.
Wisconsin coach Mark Johnson and Ohio State coach Nadine Muzerall have created a fierce rivalry over the past few seasons, with this being the third consecutive year the two schools faced off for the NCAA title. Ohio State gave a strong performance but ultimately fell short against Wisconsin’s resilient play.
Ohio State had been the only team to beat Wisconsin in regulation this season, highlighting the quality of both teams. The Buckeyes have now played in four consecutive Frozen Four title matches, showcasing their dominance in women’s college hockey.
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