My first year I played for the SIHL (Syracuse In-line Hockey Leauge) one the individual team (later to be known as the Massen-Gales....yes...like the brand name...). We didn’t have any practices and I got there on the night of our first game knowing zip how to play. I mean, I had played floor hockey in gym, and I had watched enough ice hockey to know what was supposed to happen, but doing it is just an entirely different matter!!
I fell a lot, but I always got up and kept on trying. The guys on my team were a little akward around me, but after a while they became more open and willing to help.
My final stats were 0 goals, 2 assists, and 2PIM. Hey, I thought it was pretty good for a first year defensemen!! I’d like to thank them each (pictured above) Brad, Ben, Tom, George, Brian, John (aka Squid), Rob, and Mike. You guys are the best!!
This year, I play at the Ultimate Goal out in Marcellus and I’m still the only girl in the league! My team is older, so it’s a different game...but it’s still great. My stats right now are 1 goal, ??assists, and 4 PIM. Hehe, guys can’t wait for me to drop gloves with someone. Everyone is great and they help me with technique and strategy. Let’s see if I can remember all of their names...John, Dave, Paul, Len, Chris, Tom, Matt, Kevin, Jeremiah, and...ahh!! I can picture your face but I can’t remember your name! Come watch us on Tuesday! We could always use a cheering section. LET’S GO BLAZERS!!!
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