Thunder Talk: Febuary 4th

Last nights game against Ft. Knox at Le Collisee de Zenon Park, was a great example of playing 60 minutes of hockey. From start to finish our effort was there and although we didn't play a perfect game... we did play a committed game. We committed ourselves to moving our feet and making plays and when you do that you give yourself a chance to learn from each play you make. What works and what doesn't.

Mike Bzdel had a particularly strong game pulling double duty centering his own line with Brett Derkach and Mike Kochan, and filling in for Tyler Bouey on the left side with Captain Matt Minshull and Brandyn Wasyliw.

Also a big congratulations to Wasyliw as he tied and broke Dustin Hildebrand's single season scoring record with his 60th and 61st points of the season. When reached for comment Hildebrand stated, "Your rue the day you crossed me, Wasyliw...". The next time you see Wazzy make sure to shake his hand and congratulate him on a tremendous season so far.

With 3 practices remaining this week, we have some time to prepare and heal before our big game against the Royals on Saturday. To say that this is our biggest game to date, is a massive understatement.

On the injury front, Tyler Bouey did not play last night because of a mild concussion that he sustained sliding into the boards in Sunday's game against the Westleys. The Doc has sat him down for the week, so he is questionable for Saturday. We will see how he feels as the week goes on. Also, Joel Basson will be seeing his doctor today about his shoulder that he injured on a big hit at the end of last nights game. He was experiencing considerable pain and limited movement this morning and has headed home to The Pas to get it checked out.

Keep Your Stick On The Ice
Coach Kingwell