O.K. -- after a scoreless first period on Friday, in Hidalgo, the boys started the second period with two goals giving the impression that they had unleashed the fury. It was short lived, for the Killer Bees would respond with 3 consecutive goals making the score 3 to 2, and making it the final tally for the game. The 6 game win streak came to an end.
Kevin Beech started in net for the Bucks, but was replaced by Dustin Traylen after the 3 goals were scored on him. Come on, it was not entirely his fault. Our defense somewhat let him down. Hey, it happens. One thing that other teams always capitalize on, is by scoring on the Bucks immediately at face off -- catching them vulnerable and off guard. It never fails.
Dustin Traylen replaced Beech in net, but did not stay long due to getting injured after a save. They confirm that it is not serious, but nonetheless, leaves us with one available goalie -- Beech. Incidentally, when Traylen left the ice limping, Beech was brought back in to finish the game. It was goalie flip flop night for the Bucks.
Steve Simoes did not play in this game, but was on the radio with Benway adding to the color commentary. He's good.......real good. I sent him a text message telling him so. He gave us a whole new perspective from a player's point of view. Described the opponent players' styles and weaknesses. Very refreshing to hear him. He definitely has a future in media.
And on the topic of Simoes.......this afternoon will be a huge test of guts for our boys @ 4 PM in a re-match of last season's President's Cup Finals between the Colorado Eagles and the Bucks. I hope Simoes is playing. When he's on the ice, the enemy tries to stay clear of him. I call him "The Swatter" because anyone he bangs against the boards gets creamed, literally..... I'm gonna have to do a video on Simoes' hits to pay homage to him. That would be nice.
I will bring you photos of today's game later in the week. Once the work week starts, there's not much energy left to work on editing photos. I know, I know......it's the old age....not to mention the senior moments. ::sigh::
Sunday, January 6, 2008
Saturday, January 5, 2008
And so, a new year.........
The Rio Grande Valley Killer Bees found themselves ending 2007 with a 6 to 2 loss to the Laredo Bucks on New Year's Eve.
Kevin Beech was extraordinary in net. And the amazing Rane Carnegie scored 2 goals and one assist. David Victor scored his first goal of his professional career, and elated he was. Smile from ear to ear. Fun to watch.
Equally good was the lone fight of the evening between James Hiebert and Rio's Adam Blanchette. A short fight, but not before Hiebert planted 3 right fists on Blanchette.
And this past Thursday, the Northeast Division Mississippi Riverkings were in town. The Bucks won this match up by a score of 5 to 2. Bucks goalie Dustin Traylen was amazing.
Rane Carnegie scored another goal for his mom, who was visiting from Canada, and was sitting behind the net he scored on. This goal was from an unselfish "could've had it myself" pass from Matt Summers. What a beauty.
I got to hand it to our two Davids --- Victor and Walker. They might not win all their fights, but they sure are not hesitant to defend their team members. You can see the game stats for yourself here. I have some good video of recent fights which I will stitch together for you and post it here. Soon...... Really......I will.
Enjoy the photos from the last two home games. I sure love those New Year's jerseys. I'ld die for a game worn jersey from either one of my favorite Steves, Weidlich and Simoes. Speaking of Weidlich, I asked him about his injured hand during the New Year's jersey auction and he said that perhaps in three weeks he will be good to go. He introduced my husband and I to his lovely girlfriend. They're perfect for each other.
I don't know what it takes to suffer an injury to the hand and the recovery period needed, but I can assure you that when I had carpal tunnel surgery on my right hand, a relatively minor procedure that required no cast, it was excrutiating to get that hand back into doing normal tasks. But I'm a weenie unlike brawny Steve. So, I wish you a speedy recovery, Steve. We miss you!
Kevin Beech was extraordinary in net. And the amazing Rane Carnegie scored 2 goals and one assist. David Victor scored his first goal of his professional career, and elated he was. Smile from ear to ear. Fun to watch.
Equally good was the lone fight of the evening between James Hiebert and Rio's Adam Blanchette. A short fight, but not before Hiebert planted 3 right fists on Blanchette.
And this past Thursday, the Northeast Division Mississippi Riverkings were in town. The Bucks won this match up by a score of 5 to 2. Bucks goalie Dustin Traylen was amazing.
Rane Carnegie scored another goal for his mom, who was visiting from Canada, and was sitting behind the net he scored on. This goal was from an unselfish "could've had it myself" pass from Matt Summers. What a beauty.
I got to hand it to our two Davids --- Victor and Walker. They might not win all their fights, but they sure are not hesitant to defend their team members. You can see the game stats for yourself here. I have some good video of recent fights which I will stitch together for you and post it here. Soon...... Really......I will.
Enjoy the photos from the last two home games. I sure love those New Year's jerseys. I'ld die for a game worn jersey from either one of my favorite Steves, Weidlich and Simoes. Speaking of Weidlich, I asked him about his injured hand during the New Year's jersey auction and he said that perhaps in three weeks he will be good to go. He introduced my husband and I to his lovely girlfriend. They're perfect for each other.
I don't know what it takes to suffer an injury to the hand and the recovery period needed, but I can assure you that when I had carpal tunnel surgery on my right hand, a relatively minor procedure that required no cast, it was excrutiating to get that hand back into doing normal tasks. But I'm a weenie unlike brawny Steve. So, I wish you a speedy recovery, Steve. We miss you!
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