The Toronto Junior Canadiens tried their best to erase a three-goal deficit, but the North York Rangers would not be denied the victory and hung on to win, 3-1.

North York made the score 3-0 on a goal by Michael Giacometti at 1:03 in the second period, and Toronto got as close as 3-1 when Danny Liscio scored 2:13 into the third period.

Giacometti had two goals to lead the Rangers to victory.

North York's penalty kill was spotless, allowing no goals on six Toronto power plays. The Rangers got an offensive boost from their blueliners, who contributed two goals during the game.

North York additionally got points from Liam Kerins, who also had one goal and one assist. In addition, North York received assists from Patrick Piacentini, Chris Aitcheson, Ryan Kinsella, and Taylor Pryce, who contributed one a piece.

More assists for Toronto came via Adam Logozzo and Robert Cammalleri, who each chipped in one.

Jason Pucciarelli rejected 26 shots on goal for North York. The Rangers totaled 15 minutes in penalty time with five minors and one major and went 2-for-5 on the power play. For North York, Scott Maguire was ejected from the game. Denny Dubblestyne recorded 21 saves for the Junior Canadiens. Toronto incurred 10 minutes in penalty time with five minors.