Ethan Homitz had one point to lead Esmark Stars 16U to a 2-1 victory over Phoenix Firebirds 16U.

Esmark Stars 16U put up an impenetrable defensive front on the penalty kill, and did not allow Phoenix Firebirds 16U to score on any of its five power plays.

Alec Bosnic also scored for Esmark Stars 16U. More assists for Esmark Stars 16U came via Beau Heakins and Carter Ekberg, who each chipped in one.

Phoenix Firebirds 16U was led by Noah Sparks, who scored the team's only goal. Sparks scored short handed 11:09 into the first period to make the score 1-0 Phoenix Firebirds 16U. Phoenix Firebirds 16U was on a disadvantage when AJ Arellano went off the ice for tripping.

Esmark Stars 16U's Joseph Hubert stopped 14 shots out of the 15 that he faced. Esmark Stars 16U incurred 16 minutes in penalty time with three minors. Nathan Nazari rejected 16 shots on goal for Phoenix Firebirds 16U. Phoenix Firebirds 16U incurred six minutes in penalty time with three minors.