New England and Lewiston/Auburn played 60 tight minutes of hockey, but in the end it was New England that came away with a 1-0 victory.

New England was paced by Latham, who tallied one goal. Latham scored on the power play 14:28 into the third period to make the score 1-0 New England. New England had gotten the advantage when Lewiston/Auburn's Mark Ferullo was sent off for cross checking. McNamara picked up the assist.

New England's penalty kill was spotless, allowing no goals on five Lewiston/Auburn power plays. New England could not produce up to its normal offensive output. New England puts an average of 4.2 pucks into the net per game. New England's defensive play was more effective than usual against Lewiston/Auburn. New England averages 2.6 goals allowed per game. New England forced Lewiston/Auburn goalie Zachary Barry to work between the pipes, taking 31 shots.

More assists for New England came via Steve Crocker, who had one.

Lewiston/Auburn was held below its usual level of production. Lewiston/Auburn averages 4.0 goals per game.

Devyn Levesque rejected 16 shots on goal for New England. New England incurred 12 minutes in penalty time with six minors. Zachary Barry made 30 saves for Lewiston/Auburn on 31 shots. Lewiston/Auburn ended with 35 minutes in penalty time with five minors and one major.