TITLE: Ohio State Set to Face Northeastern in Women’s Hockey Showdown

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (Interstat) — A marquee NCAA Division I women’s hockey matchup is set for Friday, March 20, 2026, as the second-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes clash with the fifth-ranked Northeastern Huskies at Pegula Ice Arena.

Ohio State (35-4-0) enters as one of the nation’s hottest teams, riding a nine-game winning streak. Their most recent victory was a dominant 6-1 decision over Minnesota-Duluth on March 14. The Buckeyes’ offense is powered by center Jocelyn Amos, who is coming off a four-point performance (two goals, two assists) in that win. Amos has recorded 10 points in her last five games.

Northeastern (29-8-1) also brings momentum, having won four of its last five, including a 4-2 road victory at Minnesota on March 14. Right wing Stryker Zablocki, who scored in that game, is a key catalyst. Zablocki has three goals and two assists in her last five outings, consistently generating shots with 26 on goal in that span.

The neutral-site game features a stark contrast in recent postseason history. Ohio State is the defending national champion and has appeared in the last three Frozen Fours. Northeastern is seeking its first national title since 2022 and aims to return to the championship stage.

According to Interstat’s game simulator, the projected final score is Ohio State 7, Northeastern 4, highlighting the Buckeyes’ potent offense, which averages over four goals per game.

The Huskies will look to counter with defensive structure and timely scoring. In their March 14 win, Eloise Caron and Morgan Jackson joined Zablocki on the scoresheet. Northeastern’s success may hinge on containing Amos and the Buckeyes’ deep forward lines while capitalizing on its own chances.

Puck drop is scheduled for 6 p.m. EDT. The winner will advance to the NCAA Regional Final on Sunday.