The reality of the Great Depression was beginning to set in and two NIHL member schools suspended their programs (Michigan State and North Dakota Agricultural College).

While the league was effectively dissolved by that point, Marquette's team was popular enough to stave off oblivion for the time being, but the Hilltoppers saw an old nemesis rear it head.

During the extra time, captain Bill Schultz made a save on a 15-foot shot but the referee ruled that he had been behind the goal line and counted a score for the Badgers.

After sweeping the series they returned home and managed to play one more game, evening the score with Wisconsin, before ending their season earlier than usual.

The two losses to Michigan cost Marquette an opportunity to win an Intercollegiate title but the team still performed well in spite of the troubles they faced.