It was opening night at the Garden, and the ‘Niners defended home ice in a 5-3 win.

Alex Miklovic stopped 34 of 37 Lion shots and Matt Kresky had 2 power goals as the 49ers evened out their season record with a 5-3 win over the Loyola Marymount Lions.

Brad Roberts, Chris Chan, and Kevin Young also scored for the Beach, now 1-1 on the young season.

On Saturday, the San Diego State Aztecs visit Glacial Gardens at 7:30pm. Fans are encouraged to wear white! If you can’t make it, listen live on www.lbusicehockey.com or follow game updates on www.twitter.com/49ericehockey.