Thunder Bay Kings 16U took the lead against HC Dallas 16U in the first period and maintained it until the end of the game to secure a tight 2-0 victory.

Thunder Bay Kings 16U took over the lead for good with a goal by Jayden Mrakic at 14:28 in the first period. Matthew Bevilacqua provided the assist.

Thunder Bay Kings 16U was sparked by Mrakic, who grabbed one goal.

Thunder Bay Kings 16U excelled on the penalty kill, not giving up a single goal in three chances. Thunder Bay Kings 16U was steadier on the defensive front than it has been for much of this season. Thunder Bay Kings 16U allows 2.7 goals per game. Thunder Bay Kings 16U did not challenge the opposing netminder, only getting 12 shots on net to force 10 saves.

Lorenzo Pasqualino also scored for Thunder Bay Kings 16U. More assists for Thunder Bay Kings 16U came via Jett Leishman, Michael Larizza, and Quintin Loon-Stewardson, who each chipped in one.

HC Dallas 16U stifled Thunder Bay Kings 16U's power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man. HC Dallas 16U's offense was handcuffed by Thunder Bay Kings 16U's defensive play, and HC Dallas 16U managed only 10 shots on goal during the game.

Scott Adams made 10 saves for Thunder Bay Kings 16U on 10 shots. Thunder Bay Kings 16U incurred 10 minutes in penalty time with five minors. Bryce Murphy rejected 10 shots on goal for HC Dallas 16U. HC Dallas 16U ended with 29 minutes in penalty time with two minors and one major. HC Dallas 16U ran into serious disciplinary problems during the contest, and Avery Smith was ejected from the game.