Omaha AAA 18U had a two-goal lead after two periods and cruised the rest of the way en route to a 3-0 win over Phoenix Firebirds 18U.

Omaha AAA 18U was paced by Ryan Cagnoni, who racked up one goal. Cagnoni scored 12:43 into the first period to make the score 1-0 Omaha AAA 18U. Brett Becker assisted on the tally.

Omaha AAA 18U managed to stay out of the box better than usual, registering one minor for two minutes in penalty time. Omaha AAA 18U ended up below its season average of 11.0 penalty minutes per game. Omaha AAA 18U was steadier on the defensive front than it has been for much of this season. Omaha AAA 18U gives up 2.2 goals on average per game. Omaha AAA 18U did not challenge the opposing netminder, only getting 12 shots on net to force nine saves.

Omaha AAA 18U also got a goal from Parker Grass as well. Other players who recorded assists for Omaha AAA 18U were Rodmon Nikrovan, who had one.

Phoenix Firebirds 18U stifled Omaha AAA 18U's power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man. Phoenix Firebirds 18U was held below its usual level of production. Phoenix Firebirds 18U averages 2.7 goals per game.

Shaun Healy made 17 saves for Omaha AAA 18U on 17 shots. Omaha AAA 18U registered zero goals on five power play opportunities. Phoenix Firebirds 18U's David Volkmann stopped nine shots out of the 11 that he faced. Phoenix Firebirds 18U incurred 10 minutes in penalty time with five minors.