In a game where neither team could get a cushion, Esmark Stars 16U escaped with a 4-2 victory over HC Dallas 16U.

No lead was more than two goals during the contest, and the winning goal was scored by Alex Singley at 6:30 of the second period.

Esmark Stars 16U was led by Nicholas Carretta, who racked up one goal and one assist. Carretta scored 50 seconds into the third period to make the score 3-1 Esmark Stars 16U. Christian Gorscak assisted on the tally.

Esmark Stars 16U additionally got points from Singley, who also had one goal and one assist and Gorscak, who also registered one goal and one assist to lead the team in points. Antonio Binotto also scored for Esmark Stars 16U. In addition, Esmark Stars 16U received assists from Jacob McClelland, Noah Raymundo, and Andrew Wells, who contributed one each.

HC Dallas 16U was helped by Dustin Muriel, who finished with one goal. Muriel scored 1:18 into the third period to make the score 3-2 Esmark Stars 16U. Keagan ODonoghue picked up the assist. HC Dallas 16U also got a goal from Hunter Adams as well. More assists for HC Dallas 16U came via Brandon Speights and Joey McIntyre, who each chipped in one.

Tyrik Barkley made 15 saves for Esmark Stars 16U on 17 shots. Esmark Stars 16U incurred four minutes in penalty time with two minors and had no power play opportunities. Bryce Murphy rejected 21 shots on goal for HC Dallas 16U. HC Dallas 16U ended with no penalties and went 0-for-2 on the power play.