The Sydney Ice Dogs defeated the Sydney Bears 5-3 in regulation in the Australian Ice Hockey League. A two-goal first period gave the Ice Dogs an early advantage they never relinquished.
The Ice Dogs opened with a 2-0 lead in the first period. The second period saw both teams exchange two goals, pushing the Ice Dogs' lead to 4-2 after forty minutes. In the third, each side scored once, sealing the 5-3 final.
The Ice Dogs' ability to score in every period proved decisive. The Bears managed three goals but could not close the gap, as the Ice Dogs' early burst and consistent response held off any comeback.