Matthew Stringer grabbed two points to lead Melbourne Red Wings to a 3-1 victory over Melbourne Blackhawks.

Melbourne Red Wings put 19 shots on net during the contest, more than the 3.5 it averages per game.

Melbourne Red Wings also got points from Brendan McDowell, who also finished with one goal and one assist. Kurt Payne also scored for Melbourne Red Wings. More assists for Melbourne Red Wings came via Julius Vitikka, who had one and Brendan Knox, who had two.

Melbourne Blackhawks stifled Melbourne Red Wings' power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man. With 19 shots on target during the contest, Melbourne Blackhawks exceeded the 2.5 shots it averages per game this year.

Melbourne Blackhawks was led by Jack Carpenter, who scored the team's only goal. Carpenter scored on the power play 9:51 into the second period to make the score 1-1. Melbourne Blackhawks had gained a power play chance when Robert Summons was whistled for delay of game. Paul Lazzarotto assisted on the tally.

Robert Summons took the win and made 18 saves before being replaced by James McKendrick who made zero saves. Melbourne Red Wings incurred four minutes in penalty time with two minors. James McKendrick recorded 16 saves for Melbourne Blackhawks. Melbourne Blackhawks incurred 10 minutes in penalty time with five minors.