Jordan Wilde recorded a shutout against Madison Capitols 18U as Pursuit of Excellence 18U picked up a 3-0 win.

Pursuit of Excellence 18U's penalty kill excelled, as Pursuit of Excellence 18U gave up zero goals despite allowing 11 power plays.

Pursuit of Excellence 18U was led by Cassidy Bowes, who grabbed one goal. Bowes scored 12:42 into the first period to make the score 1-0 Pursuit of Excellence 18U. Sami Pharaon picked up the assist.

Pursuit of Excellence 18U stifled Madison Capitols 18U's power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man. Pursuit of Excellence 18U's defensive play was more effective than usual against Madison Capitols 18U. Pursuit of Excellence 18U averages 2.7 goals allowed per game. Pursuit of Excellence 18U kept Madison Capitols 18U's goalie busy throughout the game, and Burton Rehm made 29 saves on 32 shots. Pursuit of Excellence 18U was forced to rely heavily on their penalty kill unit throughout the game, as it racked up 36 penalty minutes.

Pursuit of Excellence 18U also got points from Juanre Naude, who also had one goal and one assist to lead the team in points. Matthew Kopperud also scored for Pursuit of Excellence 18U. In addition, Pursuit of Excellence 18U received assists from Ryan Butler, Brett Piper, and Ty Pochipinski, who each chipped in one.

Madison Capitols 18U's offense operated below its season average. Madison Capitols 18U averages 3.8 goals per game. Madison Capitols 18U's offense rang up 34 shots on Pursuit of Excellence 18U's net. Madison Capitols 18U could not stay out of the penalty box, as the team accrued 26 minutes in penalties during the game.

Wilde recorded 34 saves for Pursuit of Excellence 18U. Pursuit of Excellence 18U registered two goals on six power play opportunities.