Mikko Kivinen gave California Titans 18U the lead in the first period, and Phoenix Firebirds 18U was never able to catch up in a close game that ended 2-0.

A goal 8:33 into the the first period by Kivinen proved to be the game winner, and powered California Titans 18U to the victory California Titans 18U had gained a power play chance when Braden Cooper was whistled for hooking. Blake Brazil provided the assist.

California Titans 18U pulled out the victory even though it was hit with 27 penalty minutes.

California Titans 18U was sparked by Kivinen, who registered one goal.

California Titans 18U excelled on the penalty kill, not giving up a single goal in eight chances. California Titans 18U's defensive effort looked to be improved. California Titans 18U averages 2.3 goals allowed per game.

California Titans 18U also got a goal from Liam Stritzinger as well. In addition, California Titans 18U received assists from Jake Lam and John Seibel, who contributed one a piece.

Phoenix Firebirds 18U did not reach the goal total it has come to expect this season. Phoenix Firebirds 18U puts an average of 2.6 pucks into the net per game.

Jason Semchak made 24 saves for California Titans 18U on 24 shots. California Titans 18U registered two goals on four power play opportunities. For California Titans 18U, Brazil was ejected from the game. David Volkmann rejected 28 shots on goal for Phoenix Firebirds 18U. Phoenix Firebirds 18U incurred 10 minutes in penalty time with five minors.