Smith Ryan registered two points to lead Minnesota Blades 18U to a 5-2 victory over California Titans 18U.

Minnesota Blades 18U's penalty kill was spotless, allowing no goals on three California Titans 18U power plays. Minnesota Blades 18U kept California Titans 18U's goalie busy throughout the game, and Rett Rook made 36 saves on 41 shots. Minnesota Blades 18U's goal total was higher than its season average. Minnesota Blades 18U averages 0.0 goals per game.

Minnesota Blades 18U also had goals scored by Dollimer Austin, who had two and Rock Tyler and Theis Jake, who scored one goal each. More assists for Minnesota Blades 18U came via Perbix Nicklaus, Osland Logan, Nelson Matt, and Hankinson Mac, who each chipped in one.

California Titans 18U was helped by Connor Chilton, who racked up one goal and one assist. Chilton scored 3:10 into the third period to make the score 4-2 Minnesota Blades 18U. Kane Toriumi assisted on the tally. California Titans 18U also got points from Toriumi, who also had one goal and one assist. In addition, California Titans 18U received assists from Grant Minakawa and Triston Mends, who contributed one each.

Gerads Ridge made 18 saves for Minnesota Blades 18U on 20 shots. Minnesota Blades 18U incurred four minutes in penalty time with two minors. California Titans 18U incurred 16 minutes in penalty time with three minors.