The Norwich Merchants beat the Woodstock Navy Vets, 1-0, in a contest where the winning goal was scored in the first period but the game remained close throughout.

The Merchants were led by Morrell, who registered one goal.

Norwich stifled Woodstock's power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man. The Merchants' offense operated below their season average. Norwich averages 3.3 goals per game. The Merchants kept the Navy Vets' goalie busy throughout the game, and Michael Roefs made 35 saves on 36 shots.

Woodstock excelled on the penalty kill, not giving up a single goal in six chances. The Navy Vets could not produce up to their normal offensive output. Woodstock puts an average of 3.6 pucks into the net per game.

Patrick Maziarz rejected 24 shots on goal for Norwich. The Merchants incurred eight minutes in penalty time with four minors. The Navy Vets incurred 28 minutes in penalty time with four minors.