MEQUON, Wis. — The Hamline Pipers (3-8-0) fell to Concordia University Wisconsin (6-7-0), 5-2, on Friday night. The Pipers scored twice in the second period, including a power-play goal, but were unable to overcome a three-goal deficit from the first period.

The first period began with Hamline winning the opening faceoff, but Concordia Wisconsin quickly established momentum. Elowan Orme-Lynch opened the scoring at 12:40 with a goal assisted by Matteo Orme-Lynch and Sawyer Wirsing, putting Concordia Wisconsin ahead. Shortly after, Alex Ochitwa extended the lead to 2–0 at 11:57, with an assist from Riley Klugerman. Concordia Wisconsin capitalized on a power play late in the period when Levi Carter scored at 1:41, assisted by Jack Guvenal and Derek Humphreys, to close the period with a 3–0 advantage.

In the second period, Concordia Wisconsin extended their lead with an unassisted goal by Humphreys at 10:28, marking his seventh of the season. The Pipers responded with two goals to cut the deficit. Owen Van Tassel scored his first goal of the season at 5:26, unassisted. Later, Cam VanSickle capitalized on a power play with assistance from Jack Lambert and Nicolas Haviar, narrowing the score to 4–2 at 54 seconds remaining. Goaltender Keaton French played a key role for Hamline, recording multiple saves to keep the game within reach.

Concordia Wisconsin extended their lead in the third period when Elowan Orme-Lynch scored at 13:16, assisted by Matteo Orme-Lynch and Sawyer Wirsing. Hamline faced penalty trouble as Tyler Jordan received a roughing penalty at the same time as the goal, followed by a minor against Concordia Wisconsin's Wirsing. Despite a power-play opportunity following Jack Guvenal's hooking penalty, Hamline was unable to convert. Concordia Wisconsin's Blake Hazelton remained steady in net, turning away multiple attempts from the Pipers, ensuring a 5–2 victory.

Van Tassel scored one goal and added a blocked shot. VanSickle notched a power-play goal and registered five shots on goal. Calvin Knight demonstrated faceoff effectiveness, finishing 12 for 16 at the faceoff dot.

The Pipers will conclude their series with the Falcons on Saturday, January 3 in Mequon, Wis. with a 2 PM puckdrop!