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WEEKLY UPDATE

Double Headers! Hockey, Hustle, and a Whole Lotta Gym Time

Another week, another double-header grind—because who doesn’t love spending their entire day inside a gym that smells like sweat and ambition? It was a great day for hockey, and this one had a little something for everyone: blowouts that felt personal, shootouts that aged us five years, and tight battles that came down to the wire. Whether your team was flying high or figuring out which end of the stick to use, it was an action-packed slate. Despite the intensity, it was all clean hockey with barely a whiff of shenanigans—a rare and beautiful thing. Teams came to play, not chirp (okay, maybe just a little chirping).With playoff seeding on the line, the competition was fierce and the hustle was real. Every goal mattered, every shift counted, and every player definitely earned their post-game nap. Long day. Great games. Bring on the playoffs!

Game Recaps

OiS vs G&G - Game One Recap: The Battle of B-Division Bravery - In the thrilling opener of the day, winless G&G faced off against third-place OiS in what can only be described as a B-Division barn burner. With both teams looking to make some noise (and maybe find their passes), the action was fast, frantic, and full of surprises. G&G came out hot, scoring early and showing signs they might actually know what winning feels like. For the next 10 minutes, the goalies said "not today, shooters," putting on a clinic and making the net look two sizes too small. But G&G wasn’t done. Two quick goals on back-to-back shifts gave them a 3-0 lead and a rare feeling: confidence. They took that lead into halftime like proud parents of a well-behaved toddler.OiS came out in the second half like a team that remembered they were supposed to be third place, not last. They scored right away and dominated possession, but couldn't buy a goal—either because G&G's goalie turned into a brick wall, or OiS shooters were aiming for the glassware behind the net.G&G added a 4th goal with under 7 minutes to go, probably thinking they were cruising to a chill W. OiS, however, had other ideas—and some Red Bull, apparently. Two goals in one minute lit a fire, and with 2:45 left, they tied it 4-4 with a long-range shot through traffic that may or may not have needed Google Maps to find the net. With the score tied, off to the shootout we went. No goals in round one, and OiS whiffed again in round two. G&G finally remembered how to finish, scoring and securing their first win of the season—5-4 in a shootout. It wasn’t pretty. It wasn’t easy. But hey, it’s in the win column... and that’s what matters.

LS vs G&G - Celebration Hangover Hits HardFresh off their dramatic, emotional, almost-heart-attack-inducing first win, G&G rolled right back onto the floor for game two against a well-rested LS squad. And let’s just say... the party was clearly still going on in G&G’s legs, because LS came out flying while G&G looked like they were skating through pudding.LS dominated everything—scoreboard, shot clock, possession time, probably even playlist control. By the end of the first half, it was already lopsided, and G&G looked like they were asking Siri how to call for a timeout. To their credit, G&G showed a little spark in the second half, but LS was simply too fast, too fresh, and way too dialed in. The final was 8-3 with LS outshooting G&G 43-17—basically a shooting gallery with one team doing all the shooting.

OiS vs ShSt - OiS Bounces Back Like a Rubber Ball -In this B Division showdown, OiS came in looking to shake off their earlier heartbreak, while ShSt strolled in fresh and fancy-free. But it turns out rest doesn’t always equal results, as OiS came out with some serious “we’re not losing again” energy. The first half was a tight, low-scoring tug-of-war, but OiS managed to pull ahead with a 3-1 lead, probably fueled by spite and pre-game caffeine. ShSt tried to make things interesting with a quick goal early in the second, cutting the lead to one and perking up hopes on their bench. OiS responded with a "not today" goal just a minute later, like a big sibling reminding the little one who’s boss. ShSt kept pushing and added another goal, but OiS was done playing nice. They answered again, tossed in an empty-netter for good measure, and skated away with a 6-3 win and a solid bounce-back performance.

ShSt vs LS - Game 4: ShSt’s Second Wind Turns Into a Hurricane- ShSt rolled into their second game of the day, ready to shake off the sting of their earlier loss and maybe surprise LS—who looked strong in their first showing. Early on, things were tight like a jar of pickles, with both teams trading goals like Pokémon cards. LS opened the scoring, but ShSt came flying back with two goals in a minute, finally enjoying the rare and beautiful feeling of having a lead. That joy lasted about as long as a phone battery on 3%, because LS tied it right back up. ShSt grabbed a 3-2 edge, only to watch LS rattle off three straight, including a powerplay marker. ShSt did manage to score shorthanded before the break though, keeping it a spicy 5-4 game at halftime. Early in the second, LS tacked on another to make it 6-4—and it looked like they might be cruising. Then… ShSt decided to become a problem. With the energy of a toddler on sugar and the precision of a heat-seeking missile, ShSt exploded for six straight goals in the second half. Two of them were empty-netters, just in case LS had any hope left hiding in the back corner. Final score: 10-6 ShSt, who turned a tight battle into a late-game demolition.

LParl vs. RE - A Division Duel: Goalie Showdown and a Dash of Drama -In this A Division chess match on skates, LParl and RE faced off in what felt less like a hockey game and more like a masterclass in goaltending and defense. The first half was tighter than a jar lid your dad swears "isn't stuck." Both goalies were in full “thou shalt not pass” mode, with the scoreboard barely nudging to a 1-1 tie at the break. The second half? Basically a goalie staring contest for 12 straight minutes. Blink and you still weren’t scoring. Finally, with 8 minutes left, LParl broke the deadlock to go up 2-1—only for RE to scream “not so fast!” and tie it 30 seconds later. Cue dramatic music. LParl struck again with 6:45 remaining, reclaiming the lead like someone snatching their charger back. RE pulled the goalie in a last-ditch effort to even it up, but LParl took the freebie and potted the empty-netter to seal a 4-2 win. It was gritty, it was grindy, and it was a goalie lover’s dream—until the final minute, LParl win a good one.

PaF vs AT: When Offense Meets Defense... and a Goalie Says "Nope" This A Division clash promised fireworks on offense and rock-solid defense—and somehow, it delivered both... just not how you’d expect. In a game that was tighter than your jeans after a holiday weekend, AT twice took the lead, only for PaF to come storming back like, “You thought!” They grabbed a slim lead before halftime, showing they weren’t just here to trade goals—they were here to take over. Then the second half happened, and so did PaF’s goalie—who apparently decided they were going to channel their inner brick wall. While AT fired everything short of the kitchen sink, PaF calmly added three more goals to build what looked like a lopsided 6-2 lead with just over 10 minutes to go. But make no mistake—this wasn’t a blowout, it was a goalie-powered illusion. AT had chances, pressure, and zone time… they just forgot to bring their finishing luck and ran into a netminder who had "Thou shalt not score" carved into their blocker. PaF takes it 6-2, in a game that was much closer than the score suggests—but hey, try telling that to the scoreboard.

PaF vs LParl: The Battle of the Unbeatens (and Tired Legs) In a spicy A Division showdown, both PaF and LParl came into this one riding the high of earlier wins—and PaF was also riding the exhaustion of playing back-to-back. But apparently, fatigue is just a myth when your team decides to go full send. The first half was tight, but PaF found another gear (probably adrenaline and pure spite) and built a 4-1 lead by halftime, looking like they hadn’t just played 30 minutes prior. LParl came out in the second like they’d had a locker room espresso shot, scoring two quick ones to cut the lead to 4-3 and crank the tension up to 11. The game stayed on edge until PaF broke away—literally—with a clutch breakaway goal with 4 minutes left to make it 5-3. Just when we thought it was over, both teams decided the final 30 seconds were prime time for some chaos. One goal each later, the buzzer sounded with a 6-4 PaF win. Two games, two wins, and four points on the day? Not bad for a team that probably needs a nap and a Gatorade IV.

RE vs AT: A Bounce-Back Beatdown - Both RE and AT came into this one looking to bounce back from losses… but only one team actually found the trampoline.AT showed up with bad intentions and laser-guided passes, and from the opening whistle, they were not messing around. They connected early, often, and basically treated the RE net like it owed them money. By halftime, AT had already dropped 7 goals, including a buzzer-beater for dramatic flair—because why not? Scoreboard read 7-2, and the writing was already on the wall (and possibly in the goalie's nightmares). In the second half, AT picked up right where they left off, stretching the lead to 10-2 before RE finally chipped in a couple of goals, just to remind everyone they were still there. AT answered with four more just to be rude. Final score: 14-7 AT, in a game that was about as one-sided as a seesaw with an elephant on one end. RE never really got going, while AT looked like they’d unlocked some kind of cheat code.

VitD vs PP: Lead Changes and Chaos, With a Side of Cardio In this standings-shuffling showdown, VitD and PP went toe-to-toe in a back-and-forth rollercoaster that had more momentum swings than a toddler on a sugar rush. Both teams took turns grabbing the lead, losing the lead, and fighting like it was the last slice of pizza. VitD held the edge for most of the game, but PP was like that one friend who just won’t go away at Mario Kart—always right behind you and ready to cause problems. As the game wound down and the tension peaked, VitD clung to a narrow lead until they finally caught a break (and a wide open net). They iced it with an empty-netter and skated away with a 9-7 win in a game that felt like a track meet disguised as hockey.

BKDQ vs GB: A One-Sided Wake-Up Call -This game was the first of the day that didn’t require heart meds or a nail-biting finish—unless you were cheering for GB, in which case... ouch. BKDQ came out like they had somewhere to be and no patience for resistance. They scored early, often, and with the kind of confidence usually reserved for karaoke after three drinks. By the time the first half wrapped, it was 6-1, and the tone was set: this was going to be a long one for GB. The second half? Rinse and repeat. BKDQ added four more, and GB—despite a couple of goals—just couldn’t get in sync. Their passes were off, their rhythm was missing, and their chemistry looked like it was still stuck in the parking lot. Final score: 10-3 BKDQ in a game that was less "clash of titans" and more "BKDQ brought a blowtorch to a snowball fight."

VitD vs BKDQ: A Nail-Biter with Bonus Drama - This one had everything: goals, drama, tension, and just enough chaos to make everyone watching consider stress management classes. VitD and BKDQ went blow-for-blow like two heavyweights who forgot the concept of defense in the first half, trading goals like Pokémon cards and heading into halftime tied 5-5. Every time one team scored, the other said, “Hold my water bottle.” The second half tightened up, with both squads shifting from wild shootout to a respectable “we should probably try defense now” approach. Each team gave up just three, leading to a dead-even 8-8 at the end of regulation—because of course it had to go to a shootout.Round 1: VitD scores, BKDQ doesn’t. Round 2: BKDQ scores, VitD doesn't. And so we head to the final shooters with the score and everyone's nerves tied. Then, in true dramatic fashion, BKDQ’s goalie turned into a ninja and ended it with a pokecheck of destiny, sealing the 9-8 win and sending his bench into celebration while VitD’s bench looked like they just watched their favorite series finale get canceled mid-scene. Game of the day? Quite possibly. Game that took 5 years off everyone’s life? Definitely.

PP vs GB: The “One Team Showed Up” Game- PP came into this one still stinging from a close loss, while GB was recovering from a game that felt more like a public service announcement. Unfortunately for GB, this one turned into a sequel nobody asked for. PP came out firing like they had a point to prove—and they did. Five of them, actually, in the first half alone. They skated into halftime with a comfy 5-0 lead, and GB looked like they were still searching for the on-switch. To their credit, GB came out of the break and scored 30 seconds in, like, “We’re alive!”—but that excitement lasted about as long as a phone battery on 1%. PP scored the next shift to make it 6-1, and after a brief exchange of goals, PP hit the gas and scored four straight to end the game with a dominant 11-3 win.PP gets a satisfying bounce-back win. GB, on the other hand, might need to turn their GPS on, because they're still trying to find their game.

Players of the Day

M: Justin Klepy (4GP – 16G/1A/GWG)

F: Shannyn Johnson (3GP- 2G/5A)

G: Stephane Portelance (2GP –2 wins - 6G on 53 shots)