Monday, 21 November 2011

November 19, 2011


Team Dynasty and Team Devries wrapped things up this Saturday with a tight battle.

Both teams were running a shortened bench due to injuries, as well as many members fighting the "flu".<br/>
This didn't stop Team Dynasty from rising to the occasion, despite missing their captain, in what people can only assume was a shot at the "Show".

Controlling the puck in the Offensive end and working with a Tampa Bay like defense, it appeared they had the game well in hand.

The game would have seemed much more like a runaway train if not for some goal tending heroics. Courtesy of Jorge Goulart leaping from post to post like a monkey from a tree, having his legs more spread than Adam Klimowicz's prom date.

Jorge only allowed 5 goals on what seemed like 50 shots. 2 of which came from Chris Cervoni, who has quietly taken the Goal lead this Winter season with 13 and finding himself in second place for points overall with 25 (spares don't count Wiggle so shut it).

Also picking up two goals for Team Dynasty was "Cannon shot" Carter, who showed his offensive insparation by taking the "Cervoni Canoe" to center ice in celebration.

On the flip side, Team Devries was having a difficult time getting anything going in the offensive zone, but were able to muster 4 goals that all began with Ernie "SHREK" Borek smashing a one timer into the back of the open net.

Team Captain was having a hard time finding his step with only one goal in the game, while alternate captain Adam Klimowicz was able to put two pucks to the twine after a glorious set up pass from Borek. Not to be know for only his goal tending, keeper Jorge Goulart sent a puck down ice to an open man, who then proceeded to notch a point for Team Devries.

When the smoke had settled and the ice was carved up, Team Dynasty emerged the victor with a 5-4 victory to win the series.

Immediately after the game, the decision was made by HL brass to bring back a fan favourite and the Cervoni Herman Classic will be reborn.

The draft began swiftly and was at a furious pace as both captains KNEW what they wanted to do....AND Cervoni had to get his dad home.

With more points than brains Cervoni was chosen to have first pick and it started with his hetero life mate, Adam Klimowicz.

The only player in the league with nothing but wins, Herman countered by picking an all around player with captain experience, Rob Devries.

It was clear that Cervoni was looking for a solid offensive base by having 3 of the top 4 points leaders when he picked up Darcy and Alpaugh.

Unfazed by the offensive threat, Herman retaliated by securing a solid D core to stifle the offense by selecting Marek, Spence and Ernie "you can't score if you can't get a shot past him" Borek. (and yes he get's multiple nicknames, he's bigger than a normal man!!!)

Stay tuned as it's bound to be an epic series....hence the name Classic!!!

Thursday, 17 November 2011

7 Stitches


November 12 2011

Game Two - Team Dynasty was lead by Darcy Thomson with 6 pts ( 1G, 5A ), Chris Alpaugh (2G, 3A) and Cris Cervoni (2G, 3A). The end result was a 10-5 Victory giving them the 1-0 Series lead heading into what could be a decisive Game 3 this Saturday November 19 2011.

Team Devries just couldn't get anything going with their 5 goals coming from only 3 players and look to shake things up going into Game 3.

Jeff Lobodzinski, a Team Dynasty D-man went into the boards hard in a three man pile up. Ryan Carter and Adam Klimowicz came out of the boards unscaved but Jeff wasn't as fortunate. He suffered a laceration to the face just narrowly missing his eye. Super Spare Ryan Wigle was at the rink as a spectator and drove Jeff to the Hospital where he received 7 Stitches.

Reports say that Jeff is recovering at home and will be seeing an eye specialist to make sure he hasn't suffered any long term damage. He will be sidelined for the time being but may be at the arena on Saturday afternoon to watch his team go for the series win.

Everyone at Hockey-Life would like to wish Jeff a speedy recovery.

Game Three goes Saturday November 19 2011 ... same time ... same place.

Wednesday, 9 November 2011

Deja Vu!



November 05 2011

The new series between Team Dynasty and Team Devries started out in familiar Hockey-Life fashion... a 7 - 7 tie.

Devries team started out hot building up a lead early on, but a depleted defensive core due to a local tournament exposed them in their own end. Tired legs equaled goals for the Dynasty who owned most of the play going forward.

Brian Micks earned first star honors in net for Team Devries turning aside shot after shot and multiple rebounds late in the game to preserve the tie.

The scoring race is shaping up to be a good one. Hockey-Life rookie Darcy Thomson leads the pack with 21 points, 8 goals and 13 Assists. Tyler Courtemanche, another rookie is hanging onto second with 20 points, 6 Goals and 14 Assists.

Cris "the Crossbar" Cervoni is having a career season, his balanced attack has him at 17 points, 9 Genos and 8 Assists which is currently good enough for 4th place.<br/>
Cervoni is also among the leagues flashiest players with awe inspiring goal celebrations after every tally.

After 6 games played this season it looks as though the self proclaimed "Super Spare"  Ryan Wigle will be hanging them up. Leaving us with 35 points, 21 Goals and 14 Apples. Ryan has a new work schedule and will not be available on a regular basis any longer.
Some people say his Mom wont let him play on Saturdays anymore because she needs the car.

Game Two will be coming at you live from the London Ice Park aka The Brookside Bunker at 3:30 pm.

Thursday, 3 November 2011

A Fresh Start

Saturday October 29th 2011

After finishing off our first series with a complete sweep, Hockey-Life brass decided to hold a draft (in more ways than one).

Darcy and Robbie went back and forth assembling the pieces to their new teams in what looks to be a battle between Offence and Defence.

Team White Captain Darcy Thompson, who drafted more than half of the regular defensive players in the league; was heard predicting "this is the beginning of a Dynasty".  This may be true, but they will have to keep a close eye on Joel "Henrik" Timmerman, who with just two forward shifts last week potted his first goal of the season and feels that "the flood gates are going to open up".

Game one goes Saturday afternoon at 3:30. London Ice Park is where the puck drops!

Below are the new team rosters for this series:

Team Darcy ( White )

Chris "the Hulk" Alpaugh
Matt Spence
Jeff Lobodzinski
Cris "the Crossbar" Cervoni
Shawn "line change" Herman
Dan " Hal Johnson" Tigert
"Big" Ben Vanderloo
David "007" Craig


Team Robbie ( Green )

Adam Klimowicz
Tyler Courtemanche
Marek "Spaceballs" Klimowicz
Dave Pollack
Vince "I wasn't offside" Carducci
Eric "The Ogre" Borek
Vince MacDougall
Joel "Henrik" Timmerman