Phoenix Jr Coyotes (MM) tried its best to erase a four-goal deficit, but Washington Little Capitals (MM) would not be denied the victory and hung on to win, 5-3.

A goal by Zach Lynes put Washington Little Capitals (MM) up 5-1 in the third period, but Phoenix Jr Coyotes (MM) pulled to within two on Wes Fry's tally 8:11 into the third period.

Phoenix Jr Coyotes (MM) was unable to stop Washington Little Capitals (MM) from sending pucks towards the net, and Washington Little Capitals (MM) eventually piled up 38 shots on goal.

Washington Little Capitals (MM) was helped by Josh Smith, who racked up one goal and one assist. Smith scored 4:14 into the second period to make the score 1-1. Connor Meike picked up the assist. Washington Little Capitals (MM) also got points from Corey Kennedy, who also had one goal and one assist. Bryan Valancy also scored for Washington Little Capitals (MM). In addition, Washington Little Capitals (MM) received assists from Christian Meike and Trevor Cowesian, who contributed one a piece.

Phoenix Jr Coyotes (MM) forced Washington Little Capitals (MM) goalie Jacob Caffrey to work between the pipes, taking 35 shots.

Phoenix Jr Coyotes (MM) also got a goal from Alec Martin as well. More assists for Phoenix Jr Coyotes (MM) came via Clay Cross, Decker Gosnell, Caleb Pola, and Aaron Bland, who each chipped in one.

Washington Little Capitals (MM)'s Caffrey stopped 32 shots out of the 35 that he faced. Washington Little Capitals (MM) incurred 10 minutes in penalty time with five minors. Matt Bauer recorded 33 saves for Phoenix Jr Coyotes (MM). Phoenix Jr Coyotes (MM) incurred 10 minutes in penalty time with five minors.