On Sunday afternoon the 2010 Flames played against the Gilmour Gladiators for the second time in less than 20 hours. This was the second Semi-Final game, and the Ramapo Saints had already won the first Semi-Final, 5-1 over the Bowie Bruins. This Flames game would be one of the wildest finishes I have ever seen in my hockey memory. Continue Reading...
2010 Flames at Niagara Showdown Game 3 vs. Gilmour
I don't know what happened over the four hours that elapsed between the Flames 9-1 loss in game two, and their 2-1 win in game three, but it was absolutely awesome to watch. The 2010 Flames were literally everywhere on the ice, shift after shift. The team's energy was contagious and their play was inspiring. Continue Reading...
2010 Flames at Niagara Showdown Game 2 vs. Ramapo
As teams are made up of individual competitors, and they go to tournaments to compete against others, and to better themselves. When the team travels out of state or their home region to compete, that's even better. It's a chance to measure themselves against a bigger, more diverse, and possibly better field. Continue Reading...
2010 Flames at Niagara Showdown Game 1 vs. Bowie
After a long trip to northwest NY, and a full day of exploring the unparalleled beauty along the Niagara River, the 2010 Flames still had a hockey game to play. They played a very competitive game against the Bowie (MD) Bruins. The game ended in a 2-2 tie to begin the tournament for both teams. Continue Reading...
2010 Flames Visit the Falls
It was a late October day up in the northwest corner of New York. The temperature just barely climbed past 50F and the clouds were winning the battle for sky supremacy. As it turned out, it was a perfect backdrop for a day that I hope none of us soon forget. Continue Reading...
Looking to the skies
Looking Now Toward The Past
Old farm land divided into commercial properties. But the pond, a few trees, and the green grass provide a glimpse of a long ago past. Continue Reading...
2010 Flames Earn Come From Behind Win, 7-3
The first period of yesterday's game could have buried the 2010 Flames as the Crimson Club 10 team stormed the offensive zone and clogged the shooting lanes in their defensive end. Despite a lopsided advantage in shots on goal, the Crimson only managed a 1-1 score after the opening period. Continue Reading...
2010 Flames Sweep the Weekend After a Six Goal Outburst on Sunday
The 2010 Flames battled to a pair of victories over the weekend, but it wasn't easy. On Sunday, the Flames trailed 1-0 after the opening period. Then the Flames erupted for six goals in the middle period, and held on for a 7-3 win against the Crimson. Continue Reading...
2010 Flames Started the Weekend With a Tough Decision Over the Bandits
The 2010 Flames battled to a pair of victories over the weekend, but it wasn't easy. On Saturday, the Flames had all they could handle in a 3-1 win against the Bandits. The game was a 2-1 affair until the Flames were able to bury an empty net goal in the final minute of the game. Continue Reading...