Posted by Administrator on Mon 8th February, 2010
Last Wednesday the Swindon Wildcats were in action against the Great Britain University Team. The game was part of an early preparation for the GB side, eventually working towards the Turkey 2011World Winter University Games. The game saw some top talent from the university side, including Cardiff Devils’ Ben Davies, Coventry Blazes’ Tom Ledgard and Swindon’s own Sam Bullas.
As to be expected the game was not a highly intense, hard hitting affair however the game saw some great plays by both sides and good potential especially from the younger GB players. Team GB opened with some early chances and tested ‘Cats goalie Chris Douglas several times. He and the rest of the team stood strong until the 15th minute when a peculiar play saw the puck find the back of the net. A pass like shot saw the puck drift through a screen of players and past the skate of Douglas before crossing the line for GB’s first. Two minutes later and with some good play around the net, Swindon’s Aaron Nell responded with a wrist shot past the blocker of the GB’s netminder for the home sides first of the night. The period was bought to an end three minutes on and the score stood at 1-1 after 20 minutes.
The second period saw much of the same as the first and both sides began to press forward looking for further chances on goal. Seven minutes in and the home side then got that chance when local player Wayne Fiddes received the puck in front of goal. Once picking his spot, a wrist shot aiming 5 hole made its way past GB’s Alan Levers for Swindon’s second of the evening.
The second period went on and with it the ambition of the GB side to grab that next goal rose with it. The physicality also rose from here especially from the Wildcats’ defenseman however at 36:51, GB University’s Will Weldon doubled his teams score with a poke check and quick shot into the opposing net. The last four minutes of the period saw no further talking goals by either side and both teams went into the locker room with the score at 2-2.
The final period saw a different approach by both sides and throughout the last twenty minutes it looked as if both had really settled into their game. Longer passes, set plays and harder checks all made for a more exciting game. Penalty kills were swapped by either side and before long Swindon had found their third of the evening when import Jozef Kohut hit a rapid shot past GB’s Levers and into the net. This caused a timeout to be called by the visiting side however nothing looked to prevail when the ‘Cats then found another for the evening through defenseman Jan Krajicek. A hit from the point from previous scorer Aaron Nell led to Krajicek deflecting the puck and past the netminder, in a well executed play.
Swindon netminder Glen Jackson was called into action shortly after to rest Wildcats’ Douglas and with it, saw Jackson have his fair share of shots. Multiple chances by Ben Davies eventual Man of the Match. Luke Piggott tested Jackson but he held his own for the rest of the period. Eventually the period came to a close and the home side earned the win but against an enthusiastic and eager side who have a lot of potential for the future.
Man of the Match – Steven Whitfield, Ben Davies
Scott Gummerson – Swindon Wildcats Online
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Posted by Administrator on Sun 24th January, 2010
For 364 days of the year the Sheffield Bears combine the forces of Sheffield University and Sheffield Hallam University to compete in the British Universities Ice Hockey Association. One day each year the club splits into its respective halves and players take to the ice to represent their University. On the ice, friendships are forgotten and players battle it out to claim victory over their rivals in 60 minutes of speed, agility and skill playing the fastest team sport in the world. Last year’s bout was the closest it has ever been with Hallam clinching an overtime winner to take their 5th consecutive title and remain undefeated in the history of the competition.
With the success of last year the Sheffield Bears are stepping up a notch and taking the game accross the road to the Sheffield Arena.There will be 5,000 seats available to come and see the spectacle that is Varsity Ice Hockey. Come and enjoy this thrilling game with us for a cost of £2 per ticket. Tickets are available from Bears players, Hallam and University of Sheffield unions as well as the Sheffield Arena box office.
The Game takes place on Saturday the 20th of February with a 2:45pm faceoff. This years chosen Charity is The Sheffield Children’s Hospital. For further information, email: Chb06aw@shef.ac.uk or visit http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/varsity/
The Sheffield Bears look forward to seeing you there.
Posted by Administrator on Tue 5th January, 2010
Monday 15th February 2010 (FO 19:45).
This year’s chosen charity is CRY (Cardiac Risk in the Young).
Tickets £3.50 each (on sale end of Jan) from www.nottingham-arena.com
Executive Suites available to BUIHA Club members (£75 for 12 persons or £85 for 14 persons).
To book Suites, email: aupresident@nottingham.ac.uk
For further information, email: Simon.Hopkins@nottingham.ac.uk
Posted by Fixtures Secretary on Fri 1st January, 2010
The BUIHA is pleased to open entries for this years Division Three Cup Competition. Entries will remain open until 14th January 2010 at which point the fixtures will be published in the following week.
The season will run between 1st February and 23rd May with Finals taking place immediately prior to the summer vacation.
Any queries by club administrators should be directed to the Secretary.
Posted by Chairman on Sat 7th November, 2009
The 8thannual Nottingham Mavericks IHC tour to the International Ice Hockey Centre of Excellence at the Finnish Institute of Sport - Vierumaki, will be departing from London Stansted Airport on Sunday, 13thDecember 2009.
The Mavericks have always invited members of other BUIHA clubs to join them at this exclusive camp. All levels of ability and experience are welcome - there’s a sprinkling of players from each of the Mavericks four teams.
The trip consists briefly of:
· 5 nights full board accommodation (lake-side log cabins);
· 11.5 hours ice-time (to include: coached sessions, scrimmages and games - tbc);
· Lake-side meal and sauna (with optional dip in the lake);
· Airport transfers (Finland);
· Strength & Conditioning sessions (gym);
· Swimming (indoor);
· Floorball and other indoor sports;
It is estimated that the above will cost approx £300-350.
Optional extras include:
· Mavericks official tour shirt: £30;
· Visit to the local city of Lahti - daytime (for discount hockey kit): Transport £10;
· Visit to Lahti - evening (for boogying): Transport £10;
· Winter activities (weather permitting): e.g. snowmobiling, ice karting etc, approx £70.
You are required to book and arrange:
Flights (Ryanair);
Travel Insurance;
UKairport transfers;
This trip is very highly regarded and has been enjoyed by in excess of 100 Mavericks players and guests. Vierumaki is an outstanding world-class facility with all sporting facilities (including a twin-pad arena), accommodation and restaurants etc, on-site.
In previous years we have sat down to meals with NHL stars including Sydney Crosby, in addition to players from Finland’s SMLiiga and entire teams from Adrian College - Michigan, USA, to name but a few. Notably, the Great Britain Senior Development Squad also visit Vierumaki for their annual summer training camp.
If you are interested in joining in the fun this year, email Simon.Hopkins@nottingham.ac.uk [mailto:Simon.Hopkins@nottingham.ac.uk] for flight details. No other deposit required, although accepted to help you budget. Full payment / balances required (via bank transfer only) no later than 1stDecember 2009.
Last few places remaining - Hurry whilst flights are available and low cost!!
CLOSING DATE: Saturday 14th November 09.