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I hope the price of admission was worth it! I have front row right near the Sioux bench for tonight and will be in my Sioux green. I hope to see a Sioux victory without a beer bath.

Congrats! All we need is a Gopher Teething Ring to go with that Sioux get-up

Of course Toews isn't on there because he isn't elgible until the following year.

I would not grade a coaching staff half way through its first season however, I would not be so generous to certain senior forwards on the current team. Some of whom have taken a serious step backwards this season. Obviously, some of them must feel that their hockey careers are over after this season because that is the message they are giving any scouts who are watching. The coaching staff shouldn't have to explain what needs to be done to seniors, so apply the grades where they belong. The only opinion I will offer on the current coaching staff is that the PP is starting to look better.

I didn't find a Box Score but did find the following: PUBLICATION: Times Colonist (Victoria) DATE: 2005.01.13 EDITION: Final SECTION: Sports PAGE: D8 / Front BYLINE: Sharie Epp SOURCE: Times Colonist ILLUSTRATION: Color Photo: Debra Brash, Times Colonist / CoastalConference goalie Derek Janzen, of the Chilliwack Chiefs, saves the puck on a shot from Justin St. Louis of the Trail Smoke Eaters while Geoff Kinrade of the Cowichan Valley Capitals looks on at the BCHL 2005 All-Star game. ; Color Photo: Debra Brash, Times Colonist / Andrew Rebus of the Quesnel Millionaires rounds a pylon as part of the the skills competition at the BCHL all- star game Wednesday. An All-Star Agenda It's like trying to find the seed of a four-leaf clover, but that didn't keep the scouts and their notepads from carefully scrutinizing of the B.C. Hockey League All-Star Showcase at Bear Mountain Arena on Wednesday night. The BCHL is producing winners. "This league is getting more and more recognition. It's good calibre hockey," said Jim Benning, the head of amateur scouting for NHL's Buffalo Sabres, highlighting Brett Hull, Paul Kariya, and Stan Smyl for starters. "There are a lot of great players who have come out of this league." As expected, the all-star game was free-wheeling, wide open, and high scoring, with the playmakers in the bunch taking full advantage of no-clutch, no-grab, no-hit, no-penalty hockey. In the end, the Coastal Conference, which had trailed the Interior Conference by period scores of 3-2 and 7-4, blasted back with seven goals in the third period to win the shootout 11-8. Cowichan Valley's Chris Frank, who only got into the game as a replacement for injured Chilliwack player Matt Gow, scored the winner, making it 9-8 at 14:49 of the third period. Brandon Wong of Powell River was rewarded by capping off a nice rush with the insurance marker at 17:25. Goal scorers for the Interior were Dean Strong (Vernon) and rookie Leath Gare (Prince George), with two apiece, Les Reaney (Williams Lake), Chris Stevens (Prince George), Ryan Coghlan (Penticton), and Jones. For the Coastal Conference, it was Andrew Kozek (Surrey) and Peter Bogdanich (Chilliwack), with two each, Alexandre Gagne (Cowichan Valley), Steve Cameron (Victoria), Alan Mazur (Coquitlam), Mark Soares (Coquitlam), Rob Pritchard (Langley), Frank (Cowichan Valley), and Wong (Powell River). Nanaimo Clippers captain Michael Olson added three assists. The MVPs were defenceman Geoff Kinrade of Cowichan Valley, and forward Ryan Duncan of Salmon Arm. The teams provided plenty of end-to-end action for the 1,955 fans, combining for nearly 100 shots on net in a tough night for goaltenders. Benning had Prince George's Michael-Lee Teslak and Chilliwack's Derek Janzen on his goalie list from NHL's Central Scouting, but wasn't about to make any career-breaking decisions on the basis of the all-star game. "We have between six to 10 viewings over the course of the year," said Benning, who also had Bogdanich, Kozek, Frank, Justin St. Louis of Trail, Devin Timberlake of Alberni Valley, and Matt Watkins of Vernon on his list. "If any other kids stand out, then we'll take note of them too," said Benning, a veteran of 12 years scouting talent all over North America and Europe. He said it's hard to judge such young players. "We look for specific things," he said. "We look at their hands ... their skill, their speed, their style." "Do they handle the puck? Do they compete? Do they work hard?" Once Benning and others have decided they like what they see, they get to know the player. They check out his character, and talk to his coach. Then they wait for the prospect to graduate from junior hockey, and grow up in college. Even then, it's still a guessing game. "We're hoping somebody develops into NHL calibre," Benning said. "It's not a perfect science." Ice chips * The fans jumped in right on cue when Mark Donnelly held the mike out to the crowd during the national anthem. The singer, an institution at Vancouver Canucks' games, said "I haven't done this for awhile. I might need a little help." * Skills' competition -- Fastest skater: Matt Watkins, Vernon; Stick handling: Tyrell Mason, Salmon Arm; Sniper: Bogdanich.

According to USA Hockey it is a "point awarded to a player or players for helping set up a goal; usually the last two offensive players to handle the puck prior to a goal being scored are credited for assists."

So there you go, Hak expects Colby to produce all the missing goals too. Then we will have one line for opposing teams to focus on.

I assume that he could wait right up until the University's Student Application deadline if he wanted to but maybe someone knows differently?

I don't know who will be the better player but yes it is Colby's younger brother.

# Name Position Gr. Date of Birth Ht. Wt. Home Town GP G A PTS PIM 02 James (Alex) Stuart Defense 11 3-3-88 5'9" 170 Sauk Rapids, MN 39 3 15 18 28 03 Tysen Dowzak Defense 11 3-8-88 6'5" 225 Fergus Falls, MN 36 1 9 10 50 04 Taylor Chorney Defense 12 4-27-87 5'11" 180 Hastings, MN 39 4 21 25 44 05 Mark Anderson Defense 12 9-13-86 5'11" 180 Hastings, NE 39 2 22 24 52 06 Jason Fredricks Defense 12 1-18-87 6'1" 180 Eagle River, WI 39 5 9 14 48 07 Joe Brock Forward 11 9-6-87 5'8" 175 Cumming, GA 39 22 7 29 16 08 Kyle Okposo Forward 11 4-16-88 6' 195 St. Paul, MN 36 30 20 50 42 09 Jonathan Toews Forward 12 4-29-88 6'1" 180 Winnipeg, MB 35 26 32 58 26 10 Michael Gergen Forward 12 2-17-87 5'11" 185 Hastings, MN 39 29 29 58 66 11 Drew Pierson Forward 12 12-17-86 5'8" 185 Pleasant Prairie, WI 38 5 9 14 29 13 Angelo Esposito Forward 11 2-20-89 6'1" 170 Montreal, Que 39 17 18 35 27 14 Justin Brossman Forward 11 3-10-88 5'9" 170 Littleton, CO 39 11 9 20 20 15 Tyler Ruegsegger Forward 11 1-19-88 5'11" 170 Lakewood, CO 39 14 28 42 22 16 Tony Mosey Forward 11 4-23-88 5'10" 175 Prior Lake, MN 24 8 14 22 16 17 Zachary Harrison Forward 11 11-22-87 5'10" 165 Faribault, MN 39 2 9 11 26 21 Charles Genoway Forward 12 12-20-86 5'9" 170 Morden, MB 36 10 20 30 24 22 Kevin Deeth Forward 12 5-26-87 5'8" 165 Gig Harbor, WA 37 8 26 34 68 27 Dallas Bossort Defense 12 3-17-87 6' 190 Bismark, ND 37 2 7 9 20 Don't forget that Gergen is more than a year older than Toews.

Apparently so, I am an internet broadcast subscriber and the REA just sent me an apology, stating that they would not be able to show Saturday's game either.

Proof that entries to the chat shouldn't be made while taking meds or sailing with the Captain.

The good news for the Sioux is that the Tigers have a short bench due to the injuries. They lost a Dman Friday with a concussion and from last nights game a forward Thauwald to a knee injury. For their efforts the Tigers are a bruised and tired team so time for the Sioux to step it up and take advantage. At least one win over the #1 team will do wonders for the PWR rankings.

Absolutely, they get what amounts to living expenses. In addition to their room and board they get some weekly pocket change for incidentals. I also agree that picking the team is a significant factor. If Toews had been drafted by the Brandon Wheat Kings (a similar distance to Winnipeg) he may have opted for the CHL. Clearly this family cares about making the right choice as they even opted for SSM over their sons playing their AAA hockey in Winnipeg

If I was watching the same game as everyone else, I noted several occaisions where Smaby's weak shoot outs were intercepted at the blueline or passes that failed to click with the forwards. Clearly he knows he is making mistakes because several times he slammed his stick down in disgust after his errors. There is definitely room for improvement but I still think our defence is fine and the question remains what to do with some of the Senior forwards who are underachieving. Who should we play against CC?

5-3 Final, so we play #1 next week.

CC has run Briggs. Three minutes to go and 5-3 CC. Chuck just got a major for hitting Stirling from behind.

Half way through the third and it is 5-2 CC. They are completely overwhelming the Goofers.

3-2 CC to start the third. Based on what I have seen of his play, Sterling is the key to stopping CC. Sertich finishes off of Sterlings hard work. For your laugh of the day, Lucy's new target is USA Hockey. Apparently he intends to formally complain that Hgaemo was overplayed with his shoulder injury at the World Juniors. There is always someone out to shaft the poor Goofers.

Sunday night game is 1-1 after the first period. CC is getting quite beat up physically by the Gophers and lost one of their regulars Patrosso with a concussion in last nights game and Sweat appears to be banged up tonight. With any luck CC will manage another win tonight but will be exhausted and hurting when the Sioux play them next weekend. I can only hope as I don't want to be in the World Arena to watch a lop-sided win by CC

You may be on to something as Canadians hate to lose at hockey regardless of the level. It often inspires them to outplay individuals and teams that sometimes have more talent than they do.

If you like Walleye, the Blue Moose is another good choice right near Cabellas.

Regardless of the Goaltending situation some of the senior players just aren't delivering. It seems like several times this year I have heard about Massen burying the puck in practise but it just doesn't seem to be a game type player. Also what is up with Fylling, is he playing injured. How else can you explain a single goal in 24 games for a player like that. With the exception of Genoway and Fuhr the team is being carried offensively by the Sophmores and Freshmen which has got to change if this team is going to go anywhere.

DU managed to squeek out a 1-0 win over MTU. The league has become very nebulous.