John Barry scored the go-ahead goal in the first period, and Massachusetts U18 held off the challenges of Buffalo Jr Sabres (MM) in a tough 1-0 win.

Massachusetts U18 took over the lead for good with a goal by Barry at 15:26 in the first period. Shamus Maloney picked up the assist.

Buffalo Jr Sabres (MM)'s Andrew Lee could not handle what Massachusetts U18 threw at him, as Massachusetts U18 netted its goals off of one.

Massachusetts U18 was paced by Barry, who registered one goal.

Other players who recorded assists for Massachusetts U18 were Trevor Yates, who had one.

Buffalo Jr Sabres (MM)'s offense was handcuffed by Massachusetts U18's defensive play, and Buffalo Jr Sabres (MM) managed only two shots on goal during the game.

Massachusetts U18 finished the contest with no penalties and went 0-for-2 with the man advantage. Buffalo Jr Sabres (MM) incurred four minutes in penalty time with two minors and had no power play opportunities.