WC Henderson tried to dig itself out of a three-goal hole, but Malvern Prep held on for a 7-5 victory.

Malvern Prep made the score 7-4 on a goal by Patrick Kavanaugh at 14:34 in the third period, and WC Henderson got as close as 7-5 when Ben Cottle scored 15:46 into the third period.

Malvern Prep was paced on offense by Nicholas Martino and Joey Abel, who combined for six points. Martino registered two goals and one assist and Abel also notched one goal and two assists.

WC Henderson was unable to stop Malvern Prep from sending pucks towards the net, and Malvern Prep eventually piled up 40 shots on goal. Malvern Prep surpassed its usual scoring output this season. Malvern Prep has scored at the pace of 3.8 goals per game during the current campaign. Malvern Prep found itself short handed often, totaling 28 penalty minutes and allowing seven power plays.

Malvern Prep additionally got points from Abel, who also had one goal and two assists. Stephen D Elia also scored for Malvern Prep. More assists for Malvern Prep came via Charlie Andress, Skyler Davis, Joseph D Elia, and James Bell, who contributed one each.

WC Henderson excelled on the penalty kill, not giving up a single goal in seven chances. The defensemen of WC Henderson were also effective in Malvern Prep's zone, and came away with two goals. WC Henderson could not stay out of the penalty box, as the team accrued 18 minutes in penalties during the game.

WC Henderson was led by Tommy Aughey, who racked up two goals. Aughey scored the first of his two goals at 12:54 into the first period to make the score 1-1. Aughey's next tally made the score 4-4 with 14:39 left in the third period. WC Henderson also got points from Cottle, who also finished with one goal and one assist. Others who scored for WC Henderson included Ryan Tench and Jarrett Slear, who each put in one. In addition, WC Henderson received assists from Tom Valvano, Brendan Bolon, and Jack Scobell, who each chipped in one.

Sean Danahy made 25 saves for Malvern Prep on 30 shots. WC Henderson's Kieran Green stopped 33 shots out of the 39 that he faced.