KariyaIsGod*
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KariyaIsGod = Long-lost Staal brother?
Yes, except I have more talent...
KariyaIsGod = Long-lost Staal brother?
I play in a mens contact league southern ontario and its just pathetic how little hockey is played. No one dares play without a full cage its about the dirtiest as it gets.
Usually for the 1st period and 3rd period we dont even need the puck, its "give someone a concussion" time and everyone just runs around the ice charging instead of actually play hockey as a result the games usually are won the the pp.
The refs have such a workload they cant call anything borderline or the game would take 2+ hours.
I have really become sick of this brand of hockey I am a big guy and enjoy contact but it seems that contact in the league is used mainly to injure other players, not to get possesion of the puck. There are alot of former jr players in the league so the skill level is right up there but its not hockey what we play. This probably will be the last season I will play because I cant afford to shred my knee up or just lose time from work because of injury like last season.
Its not fun going to games and thats why I play hockey for fun.
Wow, the rare men's league that allows contact. I guess there's a good reason why most beer leagues are non-check, and this sounds like it.
Hank, Thanks for the kind words for my Son, Hank. HE has had a lot of fun and success. As a spectator I am proud of him regardless of the performance he gives. Just the level of his dedication to the position is impressive. He is now a Pee Wee Major. His Mite year, after that scrimmage against Fort Erie saw him go 18-1-2 with 11 shut outs(Tier III/A). His Squirt Major(Tier I/AAA) Season saw him finish with a 32-2-3 record w/9 shut outs, GAA .984 and a S% .967. Best Stats in the state but the power ranking for Empire West moved him down to 4th.
Welcome to the club. The youngest years as a mini-mite and mite were my favorite years of watching the little guy play. Best wishes to you and yours. I hope you have as much fun as we have over the last 8 years.
Alexander as a 4.5 year(roller) his first season...We had to carry him to the far end at period ends cause he would trip over the gear and get embarrassed. Once you put him down in net...he was a little demon.
Ring Bearer:
Mite year/ blocker save:
Summer Camp: Can you tell who the shooter is? Alex dropped on the deke but pulled one of those Hasek Moves, pushing the stick out to buy time while brining the glove around to slam at the post. Stopped the goal...
Shooter is Dave Christian: Team USA 1980
Squirt season:
3 on 0 stop Vs a GTHL(toronto) All Stars...
And last season End....
I probably should start a "brag/show off your kids thread but I just couldnt resist.
Wow, the rare men's league that allows contact. I guess there's a good reason why most beer leagues are non-check, and this sounds like it.
I've played in leagues where even though its non-check there are still guys out there that are only there to hurt someone. Its weak.
I defintely agree. When fighting is a 2 minute penalty, it does send a message. I know that Youth Hockey and Adult Rec dont go so light on it but the pro leagues set the example. On the other hand, what do you expect when you put 10 people on the ice with sticks in hand? lol The culture is that its part of hockey. I disagree but there isnt much one can do about it. Being a Goalie family, its more removed from our experiance with hockey. We mostly spectate the most brutal part of the game.
By the way, Hank or anyone else...if you happen to be in the Buffalo/Rochester area for a game drop me an e-mail and I would be very willing to come photograph yours/childs play at no cost to you.
Wow, the rare men's league that allows contact. I guess there's a good reason why most beer leagues are non-check, and this sounds like it.