The Jr. Ooks set the tone early in a physical contest, using a relentless forecheck to generate pressure. Their efforts were rewarded midway through the first period when Olivia Billsten, wearing number 91, found the back of the net. The play was set up by a nice passing sequence from Norah Ludlow and Sophie Edwards, giving the home team a lead they would never relinquish. The period was marred by penalties, including a check behind call on Calgary's Caitlin Duncan and a slash from the Ooks' Clara Harms, setting the stage for a chippy game. Despite being outshot 11-7 in the opening frame, the Glaciers managed to keep the deficit to just one.
The second period saw the Glaciers fight back to even the score. Maci Dueck, number 88, capitalized on an opportunity at the 11:03 mark, knotting the game at 1-1 and swinging momentum briefly to the visitors. However, the Ooks responded with composure. Just over six minutes later, Lauren McDiarmid, wearing number 10, restored the lead with what would stand as the game-winning goal, assisted by Madden Critchley. The middle frame was again defined by penalty trouble, with three minors called in quick succession, but neither power play could break through. Ooks goalie Emily Baluk was a wall, turning aside all seven shots she faced in the period to preserve the slim lead.
Entering the third period with a one-goal advantage, the Jr. Ooks locked down defensively and controlled the pace, firing a game-high 14 shots on Glaciers netminder Morgan Sloane. The insurance marker came early, as Kylie Bonnett, number 24, scored just under two minutes in, with assists going to Norah Ludlow and Juliette Smitke. From there, the Ooks shut the door completely. Emily Baluk was stellar in net for the Ooks, finishing with a remarkable 22-save performance to earn the win, while her team's defense limited quality chances down the stretch. The final buzzer sounded on a 3-1 victory, a testament to the Ooks' balanced attack and resilient goaltending.
