Hampton Roads Whalers had a four-goal lead after two periods and cruised the rest of the way en route to a 6-1 win over Potomac Patriots.

Hampton Roads Whalers' John Ketzenberger was a brick wall in net, as he came up with 25 saves and let only one puck past him. Ketzenberger managed to improve on his goals against average, which stood at 3.64 prior to the game.

Hampton Roads Whalers pulled out the victory even though it was hit with 26 penalty minutes.

Hampton Roads Whalers made Potomac Patriots' netminders to work between the pipes, getting 35 shots and forcing 29 saves. Ryan Framinan made 15 stops and Derek Guzik made 14.

Hampton Roads Whalers was helped by Jordan Shannon, who had one goal. Shannon scored 10:11 into the first period to make the score 2-0 Hampton Roads Whalers. Craig Boyd picked up the assist. Hampton Roads Whalers additionally got points from Jacob Toro, who also racked up one goal and one assist, Marcus Cassidy, who also registered three goals and one assist to lead the team in points, and Jeremy Wilson, who also grabbed one goal and one assist. More assists for Hampton Roads Whalers came via Zachary McDaniel and Joseph Paul, who each chipped in one.

Potomac Patriots could not stay out of the penalty box, as the team accrued 30 minutes in penalties during the game.

Hampton Roads Whalers registered two goals on five power play opportunities. Potomac Patriots registered one goal on eight power play opportunities.