Esmark Stars 16U used a three-goal second period to put away Texas Tornado 16U, 5-1.

Esmark Stars 16U was sparked by Jake Tepe, who tallied one goal and one assist. Tepe scored 1:39 into the second period to make the score 2-0 Esmark Stars 16U. Anquan Smith picked up the assist.

Esmark Stars 16U stifled Texas Tornado 16U's power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man.

Esmark Stars 16U additionally got points from Smith, who also registered one goal and one assist. Esmark Stars 16U also got a goal from Ethan Homitz as well. In addition, Esmark Stars 16U received assists from Carter Ekberg and Griffin Nelson, who each chipped in two.

Esmark Stars 16U's defense shut down Texas Tornado 16U's forwards for much of the game, and Texas Tornado 16U got off only 14 shots during the contest.

Jonah Winnier made 13 saves for Esmark Stars 16U on 14 shots. Esmark Stars 16U incurred 12 minutes in penalty time with six minors. Hunter Smith rejected 13 shots on goal for Texas Tornado 16U. Texas Tornado 16U incurred 14 minutes in penalty time with seven minors.