The Loudoun 57’s started off their championship defending season, with a big 7-0 win against No ReGretzkys. Justin Mercer scored 3 goals, while goaltenders Mike Dwyer and Jon Cassady combined for 0 goals allowed. Loudoun Obnoxious was also victorious, defeating the Misfires, by a score of 5-3. Paul Wilt had a standout performance for Obnoxious, with 2 goals (including the game winner) and 1 assist.