New York Apple Core and Brewster Bulldogs were evenly matched throughout their contest, but New York Apple Core made the most of its opportunities and won, 3-2.

New York Apple Core gained the winning advantage on a goal by Derek Caruso 6:53 into the third period and hung on until final buzzer.

Caruso was all over the ice for New York Apple Core, as he tallied two goals in the win.

New York Apple Core excelled on the penalty kill, not giving up a single goal in four chances. New York Apple Core's offense efficiently hummed along to the tune of 52 shots put on Brewster Bulldogs' net.

New York Apple Core got a goal from Benjamin Sorkin as well. Other players who recorded assists for New York Apple Core were Dillon Radin, who had one and Jonathan Novak, who had two.

Brewster Bulldogs put up an impenetrable defensive front on the penalty kill, and did not allow New York Apple Core to score on any of its six power plays.

Brewster Bulldogs was helped by Joseph Leveille, who had one goal. Leveille scored 17:08 into the first period to make the score 2-1 Brewster Bulldogs. Eric Staropoli assisted on the tally. Sean Henderson also scored for Brewster Bulldogs. More assists for Brewster Bulldogs came via Michael Benincasa, who had one.

Brian August made six saves before being replaced by Mark Zapson, who took the win and made 22 saves. New York Apple Core incurred eight minutes in penalty time with four minors. Matthew Rubenstein made 49 saves for Brewster Bulldogs on 52 shots. Brewster Bulldogs incurred 12 minutes in penalty time with six minors.