Matthew Merrone netted a hat trick to lead Marple Newtown over Interboro, 9-6.

Merrone's first goal came 6:55 into the first period. He then added goals at 9:54 into the first and at 12:37 into the first.

Interboro's power play was ineffective against Marple Newtown's penalty kill, which allowed one goal while shorthanded.

Marple Newtown's goal total was higher than its season average. This season, Marple Newtown averages 2.6 goals per contest. Marple Newtown cashed in on power play opportunities, scoring three goals on five chances. Team's forwards weren't the only contributers offensively, and the team's defensemen showcased their scoring touch with two goals. Marple Newtown was forced to rely heavily on their penalty kill unit throughout the game, as it racked up 36 penalty minutes.

Marple Newtown also got points from Anthony Giacobetti, who also grabbed three goals and two assists to lead the team in points and Ian Malarick, who also tallied one goal and two assists. Marple Newtown also had goals scored by John Fino and Anthony Patrone, who scored one goal each. More assists for Marple Newtown came via Max DiCola, who had one and Gabe Ceroli, who had three.

Interboro surpassed its usual scoring output this season. Interboro averages 3.8 goals per game. Interboro got an offensive boost from its blueliners, who contributed two goals during the game.

Interboro was led by Kenny Keene, who registered three goals and one assist. Interboro additionally got points from Jake Reifer, who also had one goal and four assists to lead the team in points. Kevin Oreskovich also scored for Interboro. Other players who recorded assists for Interboro were Andrew Bucher, who had two and Shawn Flynn and Mike Chamberlin, who contributed one each.

Drew Moore rejected nine shots on goal for Marple Newtown. Matt Whitham made 14 saves for Interboro on 23 shots. Interboro incurred 12 minutes in penalty time with six minors.