The Smiths Falls Bears relied on the sparkling performance of Jimmy Howe in net to grab a 4-1 win against the Kemptville 73s.

Smiths Falls' penalty kill excelled, as the Bears gave up one goal despite allowing 10 power plays.

Smiths Falls was led by Ryan Eardley, who tallied one goal. Eardley scored 5:02 into the third period to make the score 2-0 Smiths Falls. Nolan Trombetta assisted on the tally.

Smiths Falls additionally got points from Chris Maniccia, who also had one goal and two assists to lead the team in points. Yannick Crete also scored for Smiths Falls. In addition, Smiths Falls received assists from Daniele Disipio, Connor McLaren, Karson McCartney, and Tyler Akeson, who each chipped in one.

Kemptville forced the Bears goalie Howe to work between the pipes, taking 32 shots.

The 73s were led by Jesse Lussier, who scored the team's only goal. Lussier scored on the power play 11:13 into the third period to make the score 2-1 Smiths Falls. Kemptville earned a power play opportunity when Eardley was put in the box for hooking. Brett Varrin provided the assist.

Howe recorded 31 saves for Smiths Falls. The Bears incurred 20 minutes in penalty time with 10 minors. Billy Cooper made 23 saves for the 73s on 26 shots. Kemptville incurred 12 minutes in penalty time with six minors.