LA Jr Kings (MM) tried to dig itself out of a two-goal hole, but Colorado Thunderbirds (MM) held on for a 4-3 victory.

A goal by Pierce Maty put Colorado Thunderbirds (MM) up 4-2 in the third period, but LA Jr Kings (MM) pulled to within one on Storm Wahlrab's tally 4:41 into the third period.

Colorado Thunderbirds (MM) was sparked by Maty, who had one goal. Maty scored 2:38 into the third period to make the score Colorado Thunderbirds (MM). Justin Kahn provided the assist.

Colorado Thunderbirds (MM) kept LA Jr Kings (MM)'s goalie busy throughout the game, and Niko DELLAMAGGIORE made 27 saves on 31 shots.

Colorado Thunderbirds (MM) also got points from Philip Middleton, who also grabbed one goal and one assist and Mason Boh, who also racked up one goal and one assist to lead the team in points. Colorado Thunderbirds (MM) also got a goal from Mitchell Bailey as well. More assists for Colorado Thunderbirds (MM) came via Jesse Shelton, Evan Feno, and Bryan Owen, who each chipped in one.

LA Jr Kings (MM)'s defensemen played an important role in the offense, chipping in two goals.

LA Jr Kings (MM) additionally got points from Taylor Maruya, who also finished with one goal and two assists. Other players who recorded assists for LA Jr Kings (MM) were Zachary Dixon, Kyle Martins, and Thomas Plese, who contributed one a piece.

Nick Kossoff made two saves before being replaced by Hayden Hawkey, who took the win and made 18 saves. Colorado Thunderbirds (MM) incurred eight minutes in penalty time with four minors. LA Jr Kings (MM) incurred 10 minutes in penalty time with five minors.