Sydney Wolf Pack beat Melbourne Glaciers, 1-0, in a contest where the winning goal was scored in the first period but the game remained close throughout.

Sydney Wolf Pack took over the lead for good with a goal by Tim Russell at 10:32 in the first period.

Jake Burgess spearheaded the defensive effort for Sydney Wolf Pack, as he did not allow a puck past him and made 27 saves for the shutout. Burgess managed to improve on his goals against average, which stood at 1.95 prior to the game.

Sydney Wolf Pack was led by Russell, who had one goal.

Sydney Wolf Pack excelled on the penalty kill, not giving up a single goal in four chances. Sydney Wolf Pack's defensive play was more effective than usual against Melbourne Glaciers. Sydney Wolf Pack allows 2.1 goals per game. By firing 27 shots on goal, Sydney Wolf Pack exceeded the 1.9 shot it averages per game this year.

Melbourne Glaciers stifled Sydney Wolf Pack's power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man. Melbourne Glaciers could not produce up to its normal offensive output. Melbourne Glaciers averages 2.8 goals per game. With 27 shots on target during the contest, Melbourne Glaciers exceeded the 2.8 shots it averages per game this year.

Sydney Wolf Pack incurred six minutes in penalty time with three minors. Jack Hayes rejected 26 shots on goal for Melbourne Glaciers. Melbourne Glaciers incurred eight minutes in penalty time with four minors.