Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Knights 18U survived a determined comeback attempt by Esmark Stars 18U on the way to a 4-2 win.

Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Knights 18U made the score 4-1 on a goal by Kyle Johnson at 10:26 in the third period, and Esmark Stars 18U got as close as 4-2 when Ty Rickabaugh scored 15:39 into the third period.

Johnson had a great game for Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Knights 18U, netting two goals.

Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Knights 18U could not stay out of the penalty box, as the team accrued 32 minutes in penalties during the game.

Others who scored for Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Knights 18U included Jeremy Reiser and Andrew Jackson, who each put in one. More assists for Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Knights 18U came via James Panzarella, who had two and Stefan Krupski and David Pfoestl, who contributed one each.

Esmark Stars 18U stifled Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Knights 18U's power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man. Esmark Stars 18U kept Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Knights 18U's goalie busy throughout the game, and Garet Ciaramella made 32 saves on 34 shots. Esmark Stars 18U could not stay out of the penalty box, as the team accrued 22 minutes in penalties during the game. Team's forwards weren't the only contributers offensively, and the team's defensemen showcased their scoring touch with two goals.

Zach Gielarowski also scored for Esmark Stars 18U. In addition, Esmark Stars 18U received assists from Ben Friedland and Brendan Johns, who each chipped in one.

Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Knights 18U registered zero goals on seven power play opportunities. William Lowe III took the loss and made eight saves before being replaced by Joseph Hubert who made five saves. Esmark Stars 18U registered one goal on 10 power play opportunities.