In a game where neither team could get a cushion, Thunder AAA Hockey (mm) escaped with a 4-3 victory over Chicago Fury (mm).

Neither team gained more than a one-goal lead, and ZACH BENNETT's goal in the third period proved to be the difference maker.

Thunder AAA Hockey (mm) was sparked by BENNETT, who racked up one goal and one assist. BENNETT scored 5:49 into the third period to make the score 4-3 Thunder AAA Hockey (mm). SAMUEL SWANSON picked up the assist.

Thunder AAA Hockey (mm) additionally got points from JOSH WILKINS, who also finished with one goal and one assist to lead the team in points. KARL RISLEY also scored for Thunder AAA Hockey (mm). More assists for Thunder AAA Hockey (mm) came via SCOTT AARON, COLE STEWART, and QUINN LARSON, who each chipped in one.

Chicago Fury (mm)'s penalty kill was spotless, allowing no goals on five Thunder AAA Hockey (mm) power plays. Chicago Fury (mm)'s offense was handcuffed by Thunder AAA Hockey (mm)'s defensive play, and Chicago Fury (mm) managed only 13 shots on goal during the game.

Chicago Fury (mm) was led by JOSEPH ABATE, who tallied one goal and one assist. ABATE scored on the power play 9:03 into the second period to make the score 3-3. Chicago Fury (mm) had taken the advantage when Thunder AAA Hockey (mm)'s STEWART got sent off for tripping. COLIN SWOYER assisted on the tally. Chicago Fury (mm) also got a goal from MICHAEL ZUFFANTE as well. Other players who recorded assists for Chicago Fury (mm) were BRENDAN AIRD, who had one.

JOSEPH BABLE made 10 saves for Thunder AAA Hockey (mm) on 13 shots. Thunder AAA Hockey (mm) incurred 28 minutes in penalty time with four minors. VINNIE PURPURA rejected 21 shots on goal for Chicago Fury (mm). Chicago Fury (mm) incurred 20 minutes in penalty time with five minors.