In a game where neither team could get a cushion, Colorado Thunderbirds (mm) escaped with a 3-2 victory over Anaheim Jr. Ducks (mm).

No lead was more than one goal during the contest, and the winning goal was scored by Michael Muschitiello at 11:15 of the third period.

Jake Gricius had a great game for Colorado Thunderbirds (mm), netting two goals. Gricius scored at 9:28 into the first period to make the score 1-1 and again while 7:33 into the third to make the score 2-2.

In addition, Colorado Thunderbirds (mm) received assists from Bryan Lockner, Michael Outzen, and Mason Mannek, who contributed one each.

Anaheim Jr. Ducks (mm) was helped by Tae Lee, who racked up one goal. Lee scored 9:33 into the second period to make the score 2-1 Anaheim Jr. Ducks (mm). Vail Ardizzone assisted on the tally. Jack Lippis also scored for Anaheim Jr. Ducks (mm). More assists for Anaheim Jr. Ducks (mm) came via Jeremy Bomberry and Nathan Katzaroff, who each chipped in one.

Hunter Bancroft rejected 20 shots on goal for Colorado Thunderbirds (mm). Colorado Thunderbirds (mm) incurred four minutes in penalty time with two minors. Patrick Pugliese made 27 saves for Anaheim Jr. Ducks (mm) on 30 shots. Anaheim Jr. Ducks (mm) incurred four minutes in penalty time with two minors.