Jonathan Dagnal gave Esmark Stars 18U the lead in the first period, and Pikes Peak Miners 18U was never able to catch up in a close game that ended 3-1.

Esmark Stars 18U took over the lead for good with a goal by Dagnal at 6:44 in the first period. David Polinski picked up the assist.

Esmark Stars 18U was paced by Troy Double, who registered one goal. Double scored 15:51 into the first period to make the score 2-0 Esmark Stars 18U. Adam Alavi assisted on the tally.

Esmark Stars 18U kept Pikes Peak Miners 18U's goalie busy throughout the game, and Evan Smith made 30 saves on 33 shots.

Esmark Stars 18U also got a goal from Cole Hepler as well. In addition, Esmark Stars 18U received assists from Brian Dee, who had one.

Pikes Peak Miners 18U put up an impenetrable defensive front on the penalty kill, and did not allow Esmark Stars 18U to score on any of its eight power plays.

Pikes Peak Miners 18U was led by Steven Gustafson, who scored the team's only goal. Gustafson scored on the power play 9:15 into the second period to make the score 2-1 Esmark Stars 18U. Pikes Peak Miners 18U had gotten the advantage when Esmark Stars 18U's Bryton Tomko was sent off for interference. David Dziezawiec picked up the assist.

Joseph Recktenwald recorded 21 saves for Esmark Stars 18U. Esmark Stars 18U incurred six minutes in penalty time with three minors. Pikes Peak Miners 18U incurred 12 minutes in penalty time with six minors.