PhD Panthers edged out Southeast Unleashed 8-7 in a wild back-and-forth affair. The Panthers jumped early with goals from Quinton and Jayden Audino and James Koo, while Southeast answered with a flurry led by Nash Smigelski-Hildebrandt and Levi Penner’s multiple strikes to keep it tight. Roaring third-period action saw Dax Burjan score twice and Taig Turner add a goal as PhD held on, and the game included some penalties along the way. Both teams battled hard and produced a thrilling, high-scoring contest that showcased nonstop excitement.