It was a thriller at Lynah Rink this afternoon as the Big Red took the first game of the best-of-three series. After holding a lead for much of the game, a late surge from the visitors forced the matchup into extra time. Cornell ultimately found the back of the net in the overtime period to secure the victory. This win is a crucial step for the team as they fight for a spot in the NCAA tournament. The energy in Ithaca remained high as the squad protected home ice against a tough conference rival in a high-stakes postseason environment. The series continues tomorrow at 3 p.m. at Lynah Rink. Student tickets are free for those looking to support the team as they aim to sweep the series and move on to the next round.