The Lucan Irish had trouble finding ways to stop the Dorchester Dolphins, which beat Irish, 5-2.

Dorchester's penalty kill excelled, as the Dolphins gave up one goal despite allowing nine power plays.

Dorchester was sparked by Colin Hartwick, who had one goal. Hartwick scored 8:49 into the first period to make the score 1-0 Dorchester. Cale Duberry assisted on the tally.

The Dolphins' offense rang up 31 shots on Lucan's net. Dorchester could not stay out of the penalty box, as the team accrued 38 minutes in penalties during the game.

Dorchester additionally got points from Duberry, who also grabbed one goal and one assist. Others who scored for Dorchester included Shayne Rhyno, Connor Lovell, and Ben Lawton, who each put in one. More assists for Dorchester came via Patrick Freel, who had two and Matt Ross, Chad Brulotte, Tommy Prokes, Gus Ford, and Bryan McCauley, who contributed one a piece.

The Irish excelled on the penalty kill, not giving up a single goal in three chances. Lucan was held below its usual level of production. The Irish average 4.5 goals per game.

The Dolphins' Craig Wood stopped 17 shots out of the 19 that he faced. Andrew Ganter made 26 saves for Lucan on 31 shots. The Irish incurred 20 minutes in penalty time with five minors.