The Willmar Cardinals the host International Falls Broncos ice hockey squad by a tally of 3-1 in Thursday's non-league match.

Next, the Cardinals face the Brainerd Warriors (Brainerd, MN) in a Central Lakes match, on Wednesday, January 1. Willmar will attempt to improve on its 3-4 season record. The Warriors come into the match with a 0-8 record after their 5-3 non-league loss to Marshall (Duluth, MN).

The Broncos (2-1) will now prepare for their match against Ely (Ely, MN). The Timberwolves go into the non-league contest with a 2-1 record.