Despite having to fight off several power plays, CYA 16U was able to defeat Esmark Stars 16U, 2-0.

CYA 16U was led by Nick Chirillo, who grabbed one goal. Chirillo scored short handed 14:13 into the second period to make the score 1-0 CYA 16U. A tripping call on Kilian Hammersmith put CYA 16U on the penalty kill. Kevin Kastholm picked up the assist.

CYA 16U excelled on the penalty kill, not giving up a single goal in seven chances. CYA 16U's defensive play was more effective than usual against Esmark Stars 16U. CYA 16U averages 2.8 goals allowed per game.

CYA 16U also got points from Kastholm, who also finished with one goal and one assist. Other players who recorded assists for CYA 16U were Mike Pleshar, who had one.

Esmark Stars 16U stifled CYA 16U's power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man. Esmark Stars 16U did not reach the goal total it has come to expect this season. Esmark Stars 16U puts an average of 3.3 pucks into the net per game.

CYA 16U's Matthew Waite stopped 23 shots out of the 23 that he faced. CYA 16U incurred 32 minutes in penalty time with six minors. Hayden Chieffo recorded 16 saves for Esmark Stars 16U. Esmark Stars 16U ended with 19 minutes in penalty time with two minors and one major. Esmark Stars 16U ran into serious disciplinary problems during the contest, and Shane Riley was ejected from the game.