Philadelphia Jr. Flyers (MM) tried to dig itself out of a two-goal hole, but North Jersey Avalanche (MM) held on for a 2-1 victory.

A goal by Wade Novak put North Jersey Avalanche (MM) up 2-0 in the third period, but Philadelphia Jr. Flyers (MM) pulled to within one on Alex Peterson's tally 17:08 into the third period.

The win gave North Jersey Avalanche (MM) a 1-0 lead in the best of one series.

Philadelphia Jr. Flyers (MM) was stymied by North Jersey Avalanche (MM)'s netminder Joshua Sarlo, who stopped 34 shots during the victory. The solid play of Sarlo will be reflected in his goals against average, which pre-game was 1.11.

North Jersey Avalanche (MM) pulled out the victory even though it was hit with 22 penalty minutes.

Andrew Barber also scored for North Jersey Avalanche (MM). Other players who recorded assists for North Jersey Avalanche (MM) were Bobby Hampton, Brendan Ondick, and Matt Kidney, who contributed one each.

Philadelphia Jr. Flyers (MM)'s offense rang up 35 shots on North Jersey Avalanche (MM)'s net.

In addition, Philadelphia Jr. Flyers (MM) received assists from Tyler Riddle and Joey Abel, who each chipped in one.

North Jersey Avalanche (MM) registered zero goals on one power play opportunities. Mitchell Gibson made 25 saves for Philadelphia Jr. Flyers (MM) on 27 shots. Philadelphia Jr. Flyers (MM) incurred four minutes in penalty time with two minors.