Omaha AAA 18U survived a determined comeback attempt by Philadelphia Little Flyers 18U on the way to a 4-3 win.

Omaha AAA 18U made the score 4-2 on a goal by Chase Whallon at 9:36 in the third period, and Philadelphia Little Flyers 18U got as close as 4-3 when Michael Butler scored 16:34 into the third period.

Omaha AAA 18U was paced by Whallon, who registered one goal.

Omaha AAA 18U's offense rang up 33 shots on Philadelphia Little Flyers 18U's net.

Omaha AAA 18U also got points from Phil Heisse, who also racked up one goal and one assist to lead the team in points. Omaha AAA 18U also had goals scored by Cole Wild and Tycho Falk, who each put in one. Other players who recorded assists for Omaha AAA 18U were TJ Polglaze, Jarrett Mari, and Conor Yawney, who contributed one each.

Philadelphia Little Flyers 18U excelled on the penalty kill, not giving up a single goal in five chances. Philadelphia Little Flyers 18U kept Omaha AAA 18U's goalie busy throughout the game, and Lucas Van Dyke made 28 saves on 31 shots.

Philadelphia Little Flyers 18U was helped by Eric Lauk, who had one goal. Lauk scored 13:12 into the second period to make the score 2-2. Tyler Pietrowski picked up the assist. Gleb Golubchikov also scored for Philadelphia Little Flyers 18U. In addition, Philadelphia Little Flyers 18U received assists from Conner Gabe, who had two and Brian Boylan, Ryan Vogt, and Mickey McShane, who each chipped in one.

Omaha AAA 18U incurred eight minutes in penalty time with four minors. Joseph Giacobbo recorded 29 saves for Philadelphia Little Flyers 18U. Philadelphia Little Flyers 18U incurred 18 minutes in penalty time with four minors.