The Hill-Murray Pioneers' Josh French had a big offensive game, scoring one goal and contributing three assists in his team's 6-0 win over the Tartan Titans.

French scored 6:14 into the first period to make the score 1-0 Hill-Murray. Ryan Black provided the assist. French dished an assist on Black's goal that made the score 2-0 Hill-Murray at 13:29 into the first period. He then added assists on Black's goal at 6:46 into the third and on Coten Greeder's goal at 8:34 into the third.

John Dugas spearheaded the defensive effort for Hill-Murray, as he did not allow a puck past him and made 25 saves for the shutout. The solid play of Dugas will be reflected in his goals against average, which pre-game was 1.42.

The Pioneers' penalty kill was spotless, allowing no goals on four Tartan power plays. Hill-Murray kept Tartan's goalie busy throughout the game, and Gabe Splichal made 40 saves on 46 shots. The Pioneers bested their season scoring average. Hill-Murray averages 3.9 goals per game.

Hill-Murray additionally got points from Black, who also registered two goals and one assist. Hill-Murray also got a goal from Mike Rawlings as well. In addition, Hill-Murray received assists from Zach LaValle, who had three and Curt LaChappelle, Zach Mills, Willie Brown, and Matt Littler, who each chipped in one.

The Titans excelled on the penalty kill, not giving up a single goal in five chances. Tartan was held below its usual level of production. The Titans average 4.3 goals per game. Tartan gave up more goals than its normal season average. The Titans average 1.7 goal allowed per game.

The Pioneers incurred 10 minutes in penalty time with five minors. Tartan incurred 12 minutes in penalty time with six minors.