The Kootenay HA put on a clinic against the Lloydminster Athletics, cruising to a decisive 6-1 victory in a game that was defined by a dominant offensive performance and a second-period fracas that changed the game's complexion. Kootenay set the tone early, with Riley Ducharme opening the scoring just 1:30 into the first period. Lloydminster's Kru Schira answered quickly to tie the game, but Kootenay's Max Parker netted what would stand as the game-winner midway through the period, giving the visitors a lead they would never relinquish.
The game's turning point came early in the second period during a chaotic sequence. Just 36 seconds into the period, Kootenay's Dylan Bailey scored to make it 3-1. Then, at the 9:24 mark, a major charging penalty to Kootenay's Jacob Rogers ignited a massive line brawl that resulted in fighting majors and game misconducts for both Kootenay's Max Parker and Lloydminster's Nate Fritz. On the ensuing play, Kootenay's Preston Oler scored to extend the lead to 4-1, effectively putting the game out of reach. The period was marred by a total of seven penalties, including multiple misconducts, as frustration boiled over for the home team.
Kootenay sealed the win with two more goals in the third period. Jacob Rogers, who had earlier taken a major penalty, redeemed himself with a goal, and Jaxon Derosier added another to complete the 6-1 rout. The shot totals told the story of Kootenay's control, as they outshot Lloydminster 36-19, including a commanding 17-9 advantage in the final frame. Kootenay goaltender Corbin Watson was solid in net for the win, while Lloydminster's Trycestan Loke faced a barrage of shots in the losing effort.