Madison Capitols 16U gutted out a close 4-2 win against New Jersey Jr. Titans 16U.

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

Madison Capitols 16U's penalty kill excelled, as Madison Capitols 16U gave up zero goals despite allowing six power plays.

Madison Capitols 16U was led by Blake Nelson, who racked up one goal and one assist. Nelson scored on the power play 5:56 into the third period to make the score 3-2 Madison Capitols 16U. Madison Capitols 16U had taken the advantage when New Jersey Jr. Titans 16U's Chris Helmlinger got sent off for checking from behind. Mike Butcher picked up the assist.

Madison Capitols 16U stifled New Jersey Jr. Titans 16U's power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man. Madison Capitols 16U kept New Jersey Jr. Titans 16U's goalie busy throughout the game, and Colin Burgess made 31 saves on 35 shots.

Others who scored for Madison Capitols 16U included Max Quale and Matthew Jones, who each put in one. In addition, Madison Capitols 16U received assists from Anthony Callin, Conor Mikula, Tyler Lander, and Jakob Hanthorn, who contributed one each.

New Jersey Jr. Titans 16U forced Madison Capitols 16U goalie Jayson Efnor to work between the pipes, taking 42 shots.

New Jersey Jr. Titans 16U was led by Drew Murtha, who registered one goal. Murtha scored 43 seconds into the second period to make the score 2-1 New Jersey Jr. Titans 16U. Tommy Donnelly assisted on the tally. New Jersey Jr. Titans 16U also had goals scored by TJ Hawkins and Nick Godfrey, who scored one goal each. More assists for New Jersey Jr. Titans 16U came via Mark Tosti, who had one.

Efnor rejected 40 shots on goal for Madison Capitols 16U. Madison Capitols 16U incurred 30 minutes in penalty time with five minors. New Jersey Jr. Titans 16U ended with 13 minutes in penalty time with four minors and one major.