December 13, 2004
hockey
So over the weekend took in a Hockey Game in the great Hockey state of North Carolina. (OK, so maybe not, but it does have the word North in the name). I really find it confusing how these people make a living or can even make enough to play in a leagues like this.
But the sad thing is, these folks are playing more hockey than the pros. NHL has been non existant this year. And the funny thing? People in the south don't even know it (While Canadians and people in the North are in Trauma). Hockey could return based on a new plan where players agreed to a one time 25% paycut. (Oh dear, only paid 7.5 Million not 10 Million)... But this may not happen.
But back to hockey in the south. The fun about hockey? People are crazy, the sport of hockey is about making a fool of yourself, being crazy and being loud about it. Its very entertaining to watch. (As is a good check).
Then there is the risk. As we sit there we think... whats the chances a puck hit us? The glass is only so high. Well before the night was over, a puck came flying past our head, nearly hitting a girl about 15 feet from us. Ah the risk of entertainment? Good times, good times.
Does anyone else find it strange that a Hockey team calls themselves the Fire Antz? Not that I should criticize – the baseball team in my town is named the Biscuits. I guess they must be running out of options.
Posted by: Grumpy at December 13, 2004 01:28 PM The people from Tampa (ME!) are pretty upset about no season too. Our Lightning are the reigning World Champs, and would probably have won it this year.
And did that leage have the nets that are supposed to protect the fans? The NHL added them after that 12 year old died from getting hit in the head...
And for people that want to play hockey: come and visit us! We like Field Hockey, which is more fun because you don't look like a complete idiot, and you can still check people...
Posted by: keats at December 13, 2004 01:32 PMWhat are you doing up so early Seth? You still work nights, right?
Posted by: Jonathan at December 13, 2004 01:41 PMYall play field hockey?
awesome... let me know when!
I tried to get that started a few years ago!...!
Posted by: itzjerm at December 13, 2004 02:00 PM...oh and protective nets.... no. They claimed it rarely flew out... man if only it had killed me... I could have been rich... oh wait... that makes no sense.
Posted by: itzjerm at December 13, 2004 02:00 PMNo way, man - I work 8 to 5 now. So glad to be off 3rd shift...
I'll give you a call the next time we play. Should be pretty soon...
And I didn't spell league correctly in my last post - sorry.
Posted by: keats at December 13, 2004 03:10 PMAwesome man. Glad to hear you're back to normal hours. E mail sometime if you want and say hey. We need to catch up sometime.
Posted by: Captian Jonathan!!! at December 13, 2004 04:59 PMHave you ever played hockey on a 4-wheeler? It would be insane if it came about in real life, but an awesome game practically everone enjoys is ATV OFF ROAD FURY II. (for PS2) Included among various forms of racing is the ability to plow into a giant puck on a quad. It's a blast considering your on Ice and the stearing charictaristics are a bit different. You will laugh for hours.
Posted by: Kevin at December 13, 2004 07:46 PMTry catching up with your sister. I e-mailed you a couple of days ago and still have no reply. I want to know how my favorite little nephew is doing (hey and you too). I hate you being back on first shift because now I never get to talk to you.
About hockey... I don't know if it was the game I went to, but I think I had more fun with that wallet. Remember that Jerm? I think I need to go to another game to find out.
Posted by: Amber at December 13, 2004 07:53 PMI can't help but notice how empty the seats are. guess they aren't much of a hockey town eh?
Posted by: Judi at December 13, 2004 09:57 PMI would like to name a hockey team....
THE HOT TAMALIES
One of my personal favorites was the minor league Macon Whoopie hockey team in Georgia a few years ago. Not sure if they are still in existence, but it was original (sortof).
Posted by: Jeremy at December 14, 2004 10:29 AM