The game between Pikes Peak Miners 16U and Pursuit of Excellence 16U was tight through all 60 minutes, but in the end Pikes Peak Miners 16U emerged with a 3-2 win.

Neither team gained more than a two-goal lead, and Jaren Yatsu's goal in the third period proved to be the difference maker.

Pikes Peak Miners 16U was led by Yatsu, who racked up one goal. Yatsu scored 12:00 into the third period to make the score 3-2 Pikes Peak Miners 16U. William Kowalski provided the assist.

Pikes Peak Miners 16U excelled on the penalty kill, not giving up a single goal in four chances.

Pikes Peak Miners 16U also got a goal from Travis Work as well. Other players who recorded assists for Pikes Peak Miners 16U were Austin Wheatly and Logan Stein, who contributed one a piece.

Pursuit of Excellence 16U was helped by Cole Booth, who had one goal. Booth scored 13:25 into the second period to make the score 2-1 Pikes Peak Miners 16U. Zach Andrusiak picked up the assist. Hayden Ostir also scored for Pursuit of Excellence 16U. In addition, Pursuit of Excellence 16U received assists from Sam Demto and Anthony Bishop, who each chipped in one.

Pikes Peak Miners 16U incurred 22 minutes in penalty time with six minors. Pursuit of Excellence 16U incurred 22 minutes in penalty time with six minors.