Brendan Johns netted a hat trick to lead Esmark Stars 16U over Everett Jr. Silvertips 16U, 7-2.

Johns notched his first tally 5:10 into the second period. He then added goals at 1:03 into the third and at 14:41 into the third.

Esmark Stars 16U's penalty kill excelled, as Esmark Stars 16U gave up one goal despite allowing six power plays.

Esmark Stars 16U's offense rang up 34 shots on Everett Jr. Silvertips 16U's net. Esmark Stars 16U's goal total was higher than its season average. This season, Esmark Stars 16U averages 3.9 goals per contest. Team's forwards weren't the only contributers offensively, and the team's defensemen showcased their scoring touch with two goals. Esmark Stars 16U's penalty killing units received substantial work throughout the game as Esmark Stars 16U finished with 24 penalty minutes.

Others who scored for Esmark Stars 16U included Matts Thielemann, who had two and Cam Williams and Jasper Uricchio, who each put in one. More assists for Esmark Stars 16U came via Cole Barney, who had two, Alex Crilley, who had three, and Beau Heakins, Ty Rickabaugh, William Carr, Alex Singley, and Shane Riley, who contributed one each.

Everett Jr. Silvertips 16U could not stay out of the penalty box, as the team accrued 20 minutes in penalties during the game.

Everett Jr. Silvertips 16U was led by Trent Wydrowski, who tallied one goal. Wydrowski scored short handed 5:48 into the third period to make the score 4-2 Esmark Stars 16U. Everett Jr. Silvertips 16U was on a disadvantage when Wyatte Wylie went off the ice for roughing. Everett Jr. Silvertips 16U also got a goal from Bradley Estrada as well. In addition, Everett Jr. Silvertips 16U received assists from Sean Mallonee and Harrison Clark, who each chipped in one.

Hayden Chieffo rejected 23 shots on goal for Esmark Stars 16U. Esmark Stars 16U registered two goals on seven power play opportunities. Domenic Bosetti recorded 27 saves for Everett Jr. Silvertips 16U.