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Thanks for the great information. I will give it a try.

I recently got this message from a member of the Sioux Hockey group on Yahoo! I thought someone on this board would be able to help considering that you are all avid Sioux hockey followers and probably know a lot more about the history of the team than I do. Sadly, I have only been an avid fan for a little more than six years. The gentleman writes.... "I'm an avid genealogist and discovering a distant relative who played for UND briefly, a goalie out of Grand Forks. His parents were Joseph Borovsky and Martha Nienas (I'm related by marriage to the Nienas) Bill was 20 when he was killed in a car crash Oct 2, 1956. Reading the newspaper articles about it it sounds like it was alcohol related, the truck driver hit Bill while he was stopped at a train crossing and pushed him into the train, and they said the cab of the truck was full of beer bottles. What a waste, a young man like that. And back in those days, I doubt there was ever any criminal charges against this killer. Anyway, I have picture of JJ and Martha but would love to have a picture of Bill, especially if there's one in his hockey gear for the Sioux." Anyone have any ideas on where I could locate old photos? Maybe the Grand Forks Public Library? Your help would be much appreciated. Thank You! ~Lisa~

I heard from a reliable source that Erik Fabian tore his shoulder during Monday's practice. He will be out for at least three weeks.

Keep in mind that I am not crazy! LOL! I created a Sioux Hockey Group a while back (http://sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/siouxhockeyonline/). I have pics of Zach and the team posted in the photos section. The only thing is, you have to join the group in order to see the pics. If you don't want to do that, you can always go to Yahoo! or Google images and do a search. If you think the Zach website is scary, check this one out: http://www.thomasvanek.com/ ~Lisa~

I have been trying to figure out his helmet for a while. Since he has an ND (North Dakota) at the top of his helmet, I am guessing that the "W" stands for Waterloo. I love the 1/Parise/11 on the back of his helmet. I noticed that Jake also has a new helmet this year. Any idea what is on his helmet? Just wondering. ~Lisa~

CONGRATS TO ZACH AND TEAM USA! I bet Marc Andre Fleury will have a hard time forgetting that last goal. I don't have satelite TV, and I was wondering if anyone had a copy of the game. I am willing to pay. ~Lisa~

Is the issue out yet? I haven't had time to stop by REA in a while. ~Lisa~

In my opinion, Zach Parise is the hottest Sioux player. And he has a great personality to match.

Does anyone know if the new issue of Sioux Illustrated (Z. Parise on cover) is on-sale? I looked for it at the Pro-Shop last night but didn't see it. Perhaps I missed it. I know it's available at The Ralph, is there any other place I can buy it? ~Lisa~

I really didn't want to Gophers to win because they are WAY too cocky! After the game, I could see their heads getting bigger as they put on their National Championship caps. I had a feeling that they were going to win, and I was not surprised that Vanek scored the gamewinner. Once again the Gophers needed a NON-MINNESOTAN to win a National Championship for them!

I frequently visit the USCHO.com message boards. A while ago, someone posted something about Brandon Bochenski. They said that before he started his career at UND he was busted for using counterfeit money. I was just wondering what the story was, and if it is true.

I honestly thought that Jake should have played the rest of the game. He made a lot of really good saves. I really didn't blame him for any of the goals that went in. In my opinon, three of Ferris State's goals were caused by faulty moves by the defenseman. Jake really didn't have a chance on that breakaway goal. After Matt Greene fell down, I knew it was trouble. I have to admit that I was shocked when Blais pulled Jake and put Josh in. Jake looked pi$$ed! I wasn't happy with Josh when he let in a goal on five shots. Either way, the season is over. I am hoping Jake returns next year, because he is finally understanding what it takes to be a great goalie.

That's awesome! I can't wait for Friday's game! I am really pumped! I know the team has what it takes to beat Ferris State. I wish it was on TV, but what are you going to do about it? At least we will get to see some of the game on FSN if they air it after Nascar.

I think we would all like to see Zach Parise walk away with the Hobey Baker Award this year. I know it's a long shot, but I think all Sioux fans should show their support by voting for him. Right now, he is in last place! http://www.voteforhobey.com/vfh/

I wish Zach could stay forever! I think it would be great if he stayed all four years, and from an interview he did back in February, it sounds like he is planning on staying for the 2004/2005 season. The interview was about the World Junior Tournament. Zach made a comment somewhere along the lines of: I'm sure our fans will go, we'll probably be out of town, because we obviously can't play here." I don't remember his exact wording, but it went something like that. Let's cross our fingers and hope he stays for at least two more years!