Kevin Ford scored the go-ahead goal in the first period, and Madison Capitols 18U held off the challenges of Arizona Bobcats 18U in a tough 1-0 win.

Ford provided Madison Capitols 18U with the game-winning tally when he scored 6:22 into the first period. Verners Egle provided the assist.

Madison Capitols 18U was led by Ford, who finished with one goal.

Madison Capitols 18U was held below its usual level of production. Madison Capitols 18U puts an average of 4.8 pucks into the net per game.

In addition, Madison Capitols 18U received assists from Kasey Fitzjerrells, who had one.

Arizona Bobcats 18U excelled on the penalty kill, not giving up a single goal in three chances. Madison Capitols 18U's defense shut down Arizona Bobcats 18U's forwards for much of the game, and Arizona Bobcats 18U got off only 12 shots during the contest.

Burton Rehm recorded 12 saves for Madison Capitols 18U. Madison Capitols 18U incurred eight minutes in penalty time with four minors. Blake Bjella made 27 saves for Arizona Bobcats 18U on 28 shots. Arizona Bobcats 18U incurred 10 minutes in penalty time with five minors.