ANCHORAGE, ALASKA – No. 14 Western Michigan scored three goals in the third period to hand Alaska Anchorage its first loss of the season, 4-1, Sunday.

"Proud of our effort for the weekend," said head coach Matt Shasby. "Going into the third (period) tied 1-1 was a great spot to be in, but our guys ran out of gas. Overall just a great weekend against a high-quality opponent. This was a good place to start. Our goaltending was good all weekend, and our guys got a taste of good college hockey."

After a scoreless first period, both teams got on the scoreboard thanks to a power-play goal.

Jason Polin opened the scoring with the first Bronco's goal at 5:53.

The Seawolves answered three minutes later when Ben Almquist lit the lamp at 8:59. William Gilson assisted on the goal for his second straight game with a point. Dylan Finlay recorded the other assist.

Dylan Wendt (5:37), Tim Washe (9:19) and Hugh Larkin (11:34) each scored in the third period for WMU.

Western Michigan finished 1-for-3 on the man-advantage, and Alaska Anchorage was 1-for-2. Both teams first powerplay opportunity lasted only 10 seconds due to over lapping penalties.

Shots were heavily in the Broncos favor, 35-11.

Nolan Kent (0-1-0) made 31 saves in his first start for UAA, and Kirk Larsen finished with 10 for WMU.

Alaska Anchorage (1-1-0) will play its first road series of the season at Colorado College Oct. 7-8.