Phil Bronner gave the Knoxville Ice Bears the lead in the first period, and the Huntsville Havoc was never able to catch up in a close game that ended 4-2.

The Ice Bears' penalty kill excelled, as Knoxville gave up one goal despite allowing six power plays.

The Ice Bears were led by Bronner, who tallied one goal.

Knoxville relied on a core group of players for most of its offense, as Eric Satim, Jon Higgins and Bronner took 13 of the team's 24 shots.

Knoxville also got points from Cody Dion, who also had one goal and one assist, Vandenberk, who also racked up one goal and one assist, and Francis Drolet, who also registered one goal and one assist to lead the team in points. In addition, Knoxville received assists from Jeremy Klaver, Mark Van Vliet, Ben Power, and Jason Price, who contributed one a piece.

Huntsville relied on a core group of players for most of its offense, as Nick Lazorko, Mike Gurtler and Justin Fox took 14 of the team's 27 shots.

Huntsville also got a goal from Justin Cseter as well. More assists for Huntsville came via Dominic Osman and Matt Singleton, who each chipped in one.

Bryan Hince rejected 25 shots on goal for the Ice Bears. Knoxville incurred 14 minutes in penalty time with seven minors. Kevin Genoe made 20 saves for the Havoc on 23 shots. Huntsville incurred 12 minutes in penalty time with six minors.