5-1 Loss to Daley Byers

I don't think anyone was happy with our performance today, especially me. 2 or 3 I would have stopped on another night for sure. Sadness. The lone highlight was an end to end rush by Christian which saved us from complete embarrassment. We actually had these guys in the first period, then broke down and their big guns walked all over us. Thanks to Enzo for filling in for PaulY.

We sure need a game plan for the next game against these guys, which will likely be in the playoffs. Any suggestions?

Vikings Winter Team

From TNH office:

Hi Marty; Thank you for registering with True North Hockey Canada. The team is confirmed to play in Toronto on Sunday.

Your first game will be on September 14^th . The team rep package will be emailed to you in the next couple of weeks.

The game schedule will be posted on the site one week prior. The next installment is due on September 15^th and October 15^th which you have authorized, Thank you.

Maureen

Marty; Toronto Sunday games can be anywhere from 12pm to 11pm.

The game length has changed to 3-12 minute periods.

Maureen

tps://www.truenorthhockey.com/pgs/registration/winter08_09/LeagueInfo.shtml

5-3 WIN over the Thrashers.

I like the rushing defensemen tactic. Even though our goals against have been creeping up we are 3-1 in our last 4 games!! Christian and Paul were both in deep frequently and it kept a lot of pressure on them, which I think threw them off somewhat.

Really good game from everyone tonight - thanks! This proves we can beat everyone in this league with a full-out effort and a basic game plan.

4-3 loss to the Spirit.

This team is tough to play. They are big and play the points like professionals. I think they are the hardest team we have ever faced, so in saying that, 4-3 is respectable. Refs were def on their side tonight as evidenced by the no-call” concussion hit on Graham.

We can still beat these guys though as two of their goals could have went either way... softies I would really like to have back. I hope we get to ELIMINATE them in the playoffs!!

3-6

BTW: We clinched a playoff spot!!! ;-)

http://www.truenorthhockey.com/2008-05/toronto/playoff1535.html

4-2 win over the (defunct) Nordiques.

Really, who would name their team the Nordiques anyway? They deserve to lose. ;-) James played forward, Rob played again, Don came back home to D, Derek sat out again, and Tim not only touched the puck - but put it in the top shelf on the power play like he was Luc Robatialle!! Nice! Also an outstanding end-to-end rush by Christian sealed this game for us...(I am sure I had an assist there!)

The Nordiques also brought out a ringer in #48 (I checked and he wasn't on their previous roster), who showcased his slap shot off the glass several times. Whatever Dude! This game had several penalties on both sides and I think our PK did just fine. They did have a couple of nifty goals, but for the most part we held them to scrambles in front of the net.

I do think that out-working our opponents is beginning to pay off and we are now a respectable 3-5.