In a game where neither team could get a cushion, Washington Little Capitals 16U escaped with a 3-2 victory over Arizona Bobcats 16U.

No lead was more than one goal during the contest, and the winning goal was scored by Andrew Kurapov at 1:00 of the third period.

Kurapov was all over the ice for Washington Little Capitals 16U, as he tallied two goals and one assist in the win. Kurapov scored the first of his two goals at 15:53 into the first period to make the score 1-1. Drew Lorinchak assisted on the tally. Kurapov's next tally made the score 3-2 Washington Little Capitals 16U with 19:00 left in the third period. Griffin Long picked up the assist.

Washington Little Capitals 16U stifled Arizona Bobcats 16U's power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man.

Washington Little Capitals 16U also got a goal from Thomas Martin as well.

Arizona Bobcats 16U forced Washington Little Capitals 16U goalie Benjamin Calaman to work between the pipes, taking 42 shots.

Arizona Bobcats 16U was helped by Joe DiGiulio, who finished with one goal. DiGiulio scored 14:03 into the first period to make the score 1-0 Arizona Bobcats 16U. Jonas Edwards provided the assist. Kaid Oliver also scored for Arizona Bobcats 16U. Other players who recorded assists for Arizona Bobcats 16U were Jeremy Masella, who had one.

Calaman rejected 40 shots on goal for Washington Little Capitals 16U. Washington Little Capitals 16U incurred eight minutes in penalty time with four minors. Riley Morgan made 24 saves for Arizona Bobcats 16U on 27 shots. Arizona Bobcats 16U incurred 20 minutes in penalty time with five minors.