Game 1: Air Force over Central Maine Community College, 3-2

The Nationals kicked off for Division 3 with this matchup featuring the Falcons and Mustangs.  CMCC was stepping on the ice for their first-ever Nationals appearance, while Air Force was making their 4th in seven years.  The first two periods heavily favored the experienced team as USAF was able to outshoot Central Maine 34 to 21 and find the back of the net three times.  The Mustangs found their legs in the last period, scoring twice and making the game 3-2.

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