Esmark Stars 18U beat Pursuit of Excellence 18U, 3-1, in a contest where the winning goal was scored in the first period but the game remained close throughout.

David Jerome provided Esmark Stars 18U with the game-winning tally when he scored 16:12 into the first period. Christian Louria assisted on the tally.

Esmark Stars 18U was led by Vincent Casale, who racked up one goal. Casale scored 12:24 into the second period to make the score 2-0 Esmark Stars 18U. Sam Barnes provided the assist.

Esmark Stars 18U excelled on the penalty kill, not giving up a single goal in four chances.

Brian Dee also scored for Esmark Stars 18U. In addition, Esmark Stars 18U received assists from Austin Martz, Carter Ekberg, and Thomas Kimmick, who contributed one each.

Pursuit of Excellence 18U stifled Esmark Stars 18U's power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man.

Pursuit of Excellence 18U was led by Jarod Hovde, who scored the team's only goal. Hovde scored 13:50 into the second period to make the score 2-1 Esmark Stars 18U. Zachary Zorn picked up the assist.

Joseph Recktenwald recorded 16 saves for Esmark Stars 18U. Esmark Stars 18U incurred eight minutes in penalty time with four minors. Joseph McLeod made 24 saves for Pursuit of Excellence 18U on 27 shots. Pursuit of Excellence 18U incurred eight minutes in penalty time with four minors.