20-SEP-2004
Division B - Week 6
Upsets and lots of Goals !!
Ice Wizards upset the red hot Golden Falcons with a 4-2 win. Scott Murray completed a hat trick before half time for the Wizards. Guinness held out Polar Bears for a dour 1-0 win. Phoenix had too much for Penguins piling on 5 goals. However The Penguins did show some promise with good goals to Daniel Wong and Jason Wheeler.

16-SEP-2004
Division C - Week 4
First 4 Game Night !
The Unforgiven showing good form this year managed a 3-0 defeat of last years finalists Hunters who will be renaming themselves the Huskies soon. Low Riders just got past POWs with a single goal to James Dymond. The Replacements debuted vs Polar Bears and Polar Bears didnt let them ease into their first game belting them 7-0. We Luv Bubba Ganoosh did a similar job on the other new team in the competition Carney Clownz handing out a 6-0 thrashing.

13-SEP-2004
Division A - Week 5
All Very Tight
Mighty Dragons missing stars Amy Magnisalis, John Magnisalis and Harry Sotiropoulos up against Slytherin missing new player Davin Harvey. Game started fast but slowed as the lack of subs told on the teams. Eventually a Con Sourlangos volley from a rebound save gave the Mighty Dragons a 1-0 win. Phantoms scored first and carried the 1-0 lead to half time. Second half saw the Druids convert some of their many chances and pile on 3 unanswered goals. Phantoms got one late reducing the margin to 3-2 but couldnt convert again. Sonics and Ninjas had a million chances each but coudnt convert them. A Tim Brown shot from the blue line the only goal of the game. 1-0 Sonics who remain undefeated on top of the ladder. All three A division games decided by a single goal in normal time.

13-SEP-2004
Division B - Week 5
Single Goal Decides it Again
All three B division games were decided by a single goal in normal time, meaning all 6 games on the night were decided by single goals in normal time.. everything is nice and tight. Polar Bears got past Ice Wizards 2-1. Golden Falcons contiued their winning ways with a tight 2-1 win over Guinness. And Team IceBucket turned their form around with a 1-0 hold out of Phoenix.

02-SEP-2004
Division C - Week 3
The Replacements!!
Well after looking like I would only have 4-5 teams for C grade I have had a spurt of teams, new teams Carney Clownz and Low Riders and the reformed Robots into We Luv Bubba Ganoosh are joined by The Replacements. So there is a new draw for the new 9 team comnp. If you have an old draw printed.. scrap it !! How will it work...? well I am glad you asked. We will play 1 round of everyone playing everyone (8 games per team). At the end of that the top 5 will go into Division C and the bottom 4 into division D. We will play 1 round of that to determine the positions for finals. Only games vs teams in your division from the 1st round will count towards the second round. This essentially creates a 2 round comp. Finals will be played at the end of that in each C and D divisions with both Grand Finals played on the Saturday with the A and B finals.

06-SEP-2004
Division A - Week 4
Write Ups Soon !!
All good tight games this week. Mighty Dragons sealed their 4-2 win vs Druids with a goal with only 10 seconds to go. Liam Golding proving his A grade worth with a 2 goal 1 assist game. Slytherin managed just 1 goal to Ryan Findlayon vs Pirates but it was enough for the win. Josh Drinkall poked home his first A division goal for a 1-0 Ninja win over Phantoms. And even though Sonics didnt play and Tim Brown is down at the snow he is that on fire he managed 1 goal and 2 assists.

06-SEP-2004
Division B - Week 4
Same For B - Write Ups Soon
Polar Bears in a bit of a form slump and missing at least 4 or 5 players with injury did well to get to 1-1 with the red hot Golden Falcons. However with only a couple to go Falcons scored keeping them undefeated for the season with a 2-1 win. The Penguins were missing James Kristof so Team IceBucket thought they had a romp in the park. Not the case as The Pengiuns through Daniel Wong had the better of the chances, however it was Russell Gregory providing the winner for the lucky current B division champs. Guinness had too much for a 1 girl short Phoenix romping it in 3-0.

02-SEP-2004
Division C - Week 2
Raptors vs Carney Clownz
Raptors started strong against the new guys, getting a few good shots away in the first two minutes, but it was Carney Clowns who broke away and converted their chance through Martin Brennan, a clever chip to the far post. Raptors hit back with many, many shots (most one-on-one with the keeper), but these were not converted. They did get three on the board before half time through keeper errors. In the second half, Raptors were still the dominant team, but not by as much. Carney Clowns restricting Raptors to only a handfull of shots, while making severall attacking breaks themselves. No one put any in for this half, so the final score was 3-1 to Raptors.
Hunters vs We Luv Bubba Ganoosh
Last week Bubba Ganoosh defeated last seasons champions, this week they faced the runners up, and disposed of them also. Hunters couldn't keep pace with their speedy attacks, and had no way round the defense. 2 Goals to Aron Calfas, and 1 to Paul Hancock (Bob Irwin picking up 2 Assists) had Bubba Ganoosh as comfortable winners 3-0.
Unforgiven Vs Low Riders
Low Riders have been impressive new comers to the competition, and had another chance against a girl short Unforgiven outfit. But Low Riders couldn't find a way into a scoring position, having to settle for long range shots, and hope. Unforgiven on the other hand, made many chances, Tim Boyce making a triumphant return to Broomball, scoring the opening goal off a Mitch Tuza assist. They later reversed the order, Tim assisting Mitch to give Unforgiven a 2-0 lead. Late in the game, Low Riders did penetrate the Unforgiven defense, James Dymond setting up Daniel Gauci. But it was too late. 2-1 Unforgiven.

30-AUG-2004
Division A - Week 3
Write Ups Soon !!
Been too busy for proper write ups, promise to get back to them when things settle down. This week Sonics contiued their good form beating Mighty Dragons 4-1. Four of the top five in the stats are Sonics with Tim Brown on 5 goals 5 assists after 3 games, 6 ahead of the closest player. Last season 14 points won the award.. will take some pulling back. Druids accounted for Pirates 3-0 and Ninjas got past Slytherin 1-0.

30-AUG-2004
Division B - Week 3
Same For B - Write Ups Soon
Polar Bears lead the game for thirty five minutes until The Penguins levelled it up 1-1. The Penguins then stole the game in OT. Last Seasons premiers got a wake up call from a Sultana infused Golden Falcons. Both Sultana brothers scored on debut giving Golden Falcons a 5-1 win over the Buckets. Ice Wizards upset Guinness in the other game.

26-AUG-2004
Division C - Week 1
Low Riders vs Polar Bears
Low Riders one of two new teams this season, looked very impressive in the warm up matches, and continued their form into the season opener. Many attacking shots, but rarely on target. Polar Bears on the other hand had two good opportunities either side of half time, but both hitting posts. Low Riders eventually cracked the Polar Bears through weight of shots, firstly through Chris Moreton converting a cross from Sam Zinghini. Secondly through James Dymond with a power shot. So 2-0 Low Riders in the season opener.
Carney Clownz vs POWs
Carney Clowns the second of the new comer teams, were very tentative to begin with, but soon found some rhythm, to produce a very even contest with the POWs, both teams getting a few shots away in both halves. It was a shot in the first half by Amir Vatandoust, that proved the difference, getting a deflection to the far post past the keeper for the only goal of the match. 1-0 POWs.
Raptors vs We Luv Bubba Ganoosh
Officially "We Luv Bubba Ganoosh", a new name for a surprisingly Can Opener like team. Already the favourites to take out the season and acted like it. Raptors periods of possesion were few and far between. But to the surprise of most people watching, it was 0-0 at halftime. Raptors new star keeper, John Flaherty, making some fantastic saves that the worlds best would be proud of. The trend continued in the second half, with save after save being made. But with six minutes remaining the dead lock was broken. Aron Calfas with a break away, was very happy to finally convert. 1-0 final score to Bubba Ganoosh, but undoubtedly the man of the match being John Flaherty making about a dozen top shelf saves to keep his team in with a chance.

30-AUG-2004
Division A - Week 2
New Season Begins
The new A division season kicked off with a grand final rematch between Slytherin and Druids. In another tight battle Druids got away with a 1 goal win. In the second game Sonics belted Pirates 6-0. The second week of comp saw another tough game for Slytherin up against Sonics. This game went 2-2 at full time, Tim Brown completing his hatrick for the 3-2 OT win. Mighty Dragons and Phantoms were next to go head to head, running and gunning their way to a 3-3 draw. Goal by Con Sourlangos in the last minute of regular time set up the draw. 5 minutes of OT could not separate the teams.

The new draw for the season is now on the web, check it out. One of the more challanging ones I have had to put together with a heap of A graders away playing for Australia in the 2004 world cup, players missing for work and injuries.. Hopefully I catered pretty well for everyones needs. Due to the extended first season (mens and womens comp) and the loss of two weeks to the worlds we have been constricted timewise. This means we have a real fast finals series. Elimination and Qualifying finals will be on Monday 13th December. Preliminary finals will be on the Thursday night (with B/C grade) 16th of December. Then the Grand Final will be on the Saturday the 18th of December (All three grades). After the grand finals we will have a Broomball Xmas party and do the presentations. Will be much fun !! Especially as it will be compulsory attendance for all players. You Vill Come and you Vill have Fun !!

12-AUG-2004
Division C - Week 17
Grand Final - Hunters vs Raptors
Raptors would have missed out on qualifying for the finals, had The Unforgiven completed all their duties, but were making the most of their opportunity and even looking comfortably the stronger team in both their knock-out finals. Hunters rampaged the latter half of the season only to almost lose it in their qualifying final, but make it in the end. The actual game started with a fair bit of Raptor possesion, mainly due to Hunters inability to clear the ball effectively. So it gave way for Raptors to have a few shots from long range, and that's exactly what John Flaherty did, absolutely murdering the ball, and leaving the keeper little chance (even from that range). So Raptors took the early lead. Hunters then began to relax and had some attacks of their own, but the strange thing about this attack, is they didn't seem to want to shoot it. Passing was good but they didn't want to take the half chances they created, choosing to see if they could obtain a certain opportunity. But the Raptors didn't faulter to that extent, making sure that the Hunters would have to earn their goals. During this time Raptors forced a few turn overs which turned into fast breaks mainly through their speed king Louis Sultana. Unfortunately for him some good scrambling defense and keeping kept him out, but after his break with 6 minutes to go, the Hunters keeper cleared striaght into the arms of Martin Sultana right in front of goals. Martin making no mistake and taking the Raptors to a 1-0 lead.
Hunters then realised they would have to take the half chances that they created, and so the shots began to fly. Ending in a well worked move that saw Gemma Fornal pass to an open Jason Thomas. He took the shot, and Lauren Goulden on the post stuck the stick out to deflect it past the keeper and make the score 2-1 at Half Time.
The second half started much the same as the first half, but this time John Flaherty massive shot was hit straight into the keepers chest, providing the same wake up reaction for the Hunters as far as holding on to the ball rather than just tryimg to clear it. Now only one gaol down, the Hunters again tried to work for the certain goal, Raptors still not giving them the opening, and slowly the seconds began to tick away. The Raptors started to play a more defensive game, and took a leaf from the Hunters book, making several attempts to just clear the ball (a lot of the time right in front of goals) which made it seem that the opportunity was coming for the Hunters. Raptors still holding on somehow. With about 6 minutes remaining, Hunters again realising that they would have to start taking the half chances.
So the shots started to come again. This time it was Glen Butler-Flemming doing the damage for the Hunters from deep and wide. So the score all tied up at 2-2 with a couple of minutes remaining. But no more cahnces created, both teams electing to run the clock down, and take it into overtime. 2-2 at the end of normal time, and a full 5 minutes of overtime to ensue.
Raptors starting with all out attack, looking for a quick goal. That's exactly what they got. Once again Catherine Packer finding that no one wanted to mark her in overtime and after receiving the ball had plenty of time to slot one home (Very similar style to an OT goal she scored earlier in the season). Then the desperation of the Hunters went into overdrive, but in the end it seemed only to translate into panic. Failing to crack the Raptors in this period, and in the dying seconds Davin Harvey instead of scoring into the open net, but as the goal was unnecessary for his team's victory, decided to try out for clown college instead as a sort of celebration.
So Raptors winning the C Grade Final after almost not making the finals at all. As a side point, both teams had an official in their teams earlier in the season. But once they decided not to play anymore the teams started winning and made their way to the final!!!!!

26-JUL-2004
Division A - Week 25 - Finals
Grand Final: Druids vs Slytherin
By Gemma Fornal
From the opening face-off both teams came out hard but it took less than four minutes for the Druids to open the scoring. A passing error by Slytherin's defence gave the Druids possession. Saxon Hooper ran the ball up and hit it right into the middle, a perfect pass for Tracey Ivin in front of goals who struck it nicely on the volley, and straight into the back of the net.
Less than five minutes later the Druids struck again. Another defensive error by Slytherin gave the Druids' Belinda Fowler the ball. The Druids were already dropping into defence in preparation for a Slytherin attack but Fowler saw Troy Carroll out wide and passed. Carroll's shot was too quick for the Slytherin keeper and the Druids were up 2-0 with still more than 11 minutes left in the first half.
Soon enough, Slytherin fought back. Craig Horsley made a speedy run down the wall and crossed the centre. Unfortunately the ball was too quick for Hansen and no shot was made.
Both teams had stepped up to the challenge of the A-grade Grand Final with speed, excellent ball skills and power shots. The Druids' Tim Ollerton had a cracking one-armed backhand shot at an open goal but missed by mere centimetres.
With four minutes left in the first half, Slytherin made a number of attempts to get on the scoreboard but no shots were strong enough to be a threat to the Druid goalkeeper. As the buzzer sounded, the score was still 2-0 to the Druids.
Slytherin carried their momentum into the second half with an excellent run by Jo Mitchell followed by an attempt at goal by Dane Hansen. The Druids' defence was too good. Even when Hansen snatched the ball on the red line and looked certain to score, the Druids rallied back and the ball didn't even cross into their defensive zone.
The Druids' defence seemed impenetrable as Mitchell ran the ball right around the back of the net and hooked it back to Hansen. A Slytherin breakthrough came with 7 minutes, 45 left on the clock when Hansen's shot from just inside the Druids' defensive third was too quick for the Druids keeper.
With Slytherin still on the attack, Mitchell passed to Hansen whose shot hit nothing but the air. Hooper got the ball and took it to the other end of the ice where his resulting shot was denied.
Great teamwork between Saxon Hooper and Tim Ollerton saw the Druids looking dangerous again. Their teammate Steve Larter ran the ball up the wing but could not get a cross in to one of the Druids' strong shooters.
A desperate attempt to equalise by Slytherin's Ryan Findlayson with less than 40 seconds to go slid just wide of the goal. From that point on, the Druids' played defensively and held onto their lead until the game was over. Druids were the A-grade champions for the first time, beating Slytherin 2-1.

26-JUL-2004
Division B - Week 25 - Finals
Grand Final: Phoenix vs Team IceBucket
Team Ice Bucket came into the game looking to show off their fire-power. It took less than 30 seconds after the opening face-off for Liam Golding to score from an assist by Lisa Price. The goal seemed to take Pheonix, as well as the crowd, by surprise.
Soon enough, Pheonix woke up and attacking exchanges between the teams looked threatening. Pheonix had a number of runs with the ball but couldn't get a shot in. Whilst Team Ice Bucket's shooting was a little stronger, Pheonix's goal keeper Stephen Clarke was looking to prevent a repeat of the first 30 seconds, saving lots of dangerous shots under pressure. There was no change to the score before the end of the first half.
Both teams improved in the second half. Excellent teamwork between Team Ice Bucket's Bryan Macklin and Chris Desmond went unrewarded with Stephen Clarke still having a blinder in goals.
Pheonix's Ben Robson and Andrew Chapman had a good attacking runs but were shut down by Team Ice Bucket's defence.
After being offside, Team Ice Bucket fought back and a strong shot from Macklin hit the post. With 10 and a half minutes to go, a combination of skill and luck by Desmond resulted in a run from the red line to right in front of goals. Under pressure from Pheonix, however, he could not take a shot.
With three minutes 17 left on the clock, Macklin strived to seal a victory but his power shot could not get past Clarke. Both teams picked up pace in the last minute but Team Ice Bucket managed to hold out until the buzzer sounded. 1-0 was the final score.

05-AUG-2004
Division C - Week 16
Preliminary Final - Titans vs Raptors
Titans after missing out on the short cut to the final were looking to take their spot this week, but were hampered by the lack of top scorer Carl Mella and last years D Grade finals star Greg Dezman. Raptors however, were fielding the same 8 strong side they have for the last couple of weeks. This consistancy is starting to show by the good communication and structure the side is showing. Raptors clearly the stronger side in the first half, every player who had a shot hit atleast one post in the half (John Flaherty hitting both posts with one shot), this meant the keeper wasn't really needed!!!! At the other end the Titans attack was lead by Mark Rulewski, Chris Dezman, and in particular Lisa Price. They had the ball up there a number of times, but with a solid wall of raptor defense, nothing seem to get through to the keeper. This left the question, could anyone actually score?? Louis Sultana for the Raptors found a whole load of speed to create several one on one chances with the keeper. Twice denied, the third time proved to be a charm, Louis giving the Raptors the lead at half time. The second half was more even in the possesion and territory stakes, Titans last week scored two on goals to hand the oppossition the match, this week were making the Raptors work extremely hard to hold on to their lead. On several occasions it looked like they would grab the equaliser, Chris Dezman putting in a couple of good shots, that went just wide. As the clock ticked down the equaliser still didn't come, and to put the nail in the coffin, Louis Sultana used his new found speed again to grab his second goal of the night and take Raptors into the Final. Titans doing fantastic this season considering they rarely put the same team on the ice two weeks running, and played a girl down in quite a few matches, unfortunately will not claim the C grade Title.

29-JUL-2004
Division C - Week 16
Qualifying Final - Titans vs Hunters
Titans starting slow due to a lack in numbers (for about 5 minutes) but still able to create a few of their patented fast breaks. Meanwhile Hunters playing a possesive game once they moved into the attacking half. The techniques made for a very even but interesting contest. Boith teams creating a few chances, but with both defenses being amazingly enerjetic, the final shot was rushed on each occasion, and hence stayed out. Halftime saw it still at 0-0 and maybe some overtime was looming. The second half started with a lot of attacking possesion for the Hunters. Still the Titans able to hold them out. But the pressure started to show as the defense started to back away from shooters and crosses, eventually costing them as a cross by Lauren Goulden was deflected in by a defender to put the Hunters on the board (The defender very upset, chucking the stick and copping the penalty). Once the Titans were back to full strength they lifted their tempo in search for the equalizer, but it proved difficult with the Hunters realizing they just needed to hold on. But after some pressure, Hunters goal keeper decided to place a hand on the ball and bring it round to his other side where Mark Rulewski was there for the Titans and poked it in for the leveler. So overtime it was to be. The five minute minute non-sudden death period didn't see much action, both sides unsure how to handle it. But of significance, late in the period, a Titan defender was penalised for a crease violation. So the Titans started sudden-death a player down. Once again able to hold out and both teams doing fantastic in attack and defense to make it interesting, until a shot by Hunters new commer Andrea Deighton was deflected by a Titans defender straight between the last Titans defender and into the goal, to give Titans their third goal of the match, but unfortunately losing 2-1 in SDOT.
Elimination Final - Polar Bears vs Raptors
Polar Bears again with only one girl were always going to struggle. Raptors after some early mistakes started to build momentum, and the result was 2 quick goals to Davin Harvey. Polar Bears having to rely on their quick breaks for their scoring opportunities, and late in the half, a couple of quick passes down the wing gave Eric Fry a one on one oppotunity on the Raptors keeper, and was able to finish the job. So 2-1 Raptors at halftime. Polar Bears still out numbered were giving it all they had, and almost came up with an equalizer on severall occasions. About 10 minutes into the half, Martin Sultana broke the Polar Bears spirit claiming the Raptors third for the night and ensuring their season stayed alive. 3-1 Raptors.

22-JUL-2004
Division C - Week 15
The Finals Are Here
This week was the last round of competition for the C division at Penrith. Robots finished the season strongly defeating Polar Bears 3-1. Titans got past Raptors 2-1 with a buzzer beater. Then Hunters ended the Unforgiven finals chances with a 3-0 win. So next week we have finals.
Elimination Final: 3rd Raptors vs 4th Polar Bears
Qualifying Final: 1st Titans vs 2nd Hunters


On an interesting note, If unforgiven had completed all their duty points they would have been equal with Raptors and Polar Bears and would have had a chance of going through to the finals. Same for Robots who did virtually no duty and had 2 forfeits. Shows the importance of the free duty points, not to mention it just generally helps the organisers out, makes for a much smoother night.

19-JUL-2004
Division A - Week 24 - Finals
Preliminary Final: Druids vs Phantoms
Phantoms here after dropping the qualifying final to Slytherin in overtime last week, Druids booking their spot with a come from behind win over a gallant Ninjas 2-1. Regular season honours were even between the teams, with Druids taking the first game 2-1 and Phantoms reversing the result and the score 2-1 to them in the second encounter. The first half began as expected with Druids building their offence and squeezing the Phantoms to minimise their potent fast break attack. Phantoms probing and looking to open up on the fast break. The first goal was somewhat of a surprise for scorer Bryan Macklin, Druids deep in offence and on a powerplay turned the ball over for Bryan to ice away and kill time. The Druids keeper ambled out to pick up the lose ball and went to cross it over to the only other player in the defensive half. The resultant miss hit saw the ball dribble slowly and from nearly an impossible angle into the open net. So Phantoms against the run of play up 1 early in the half. Druids kept at their game plan, using tight marking in the offensive end to pin the Phantoms down. Towards the end of the first half the pressure paid off when they isolated the Phantoms keeper and a turn over resulted in Saxon Hooper poking the ball across the goals where Tim Ollerton was on hand to out it into the open net with a diving poke shot. 1 all at half time. Phantoms came out firing in the second half and started to break down the offensive forechecking pressure applied by Druids and controlled good portions of the opening stanza. However they were unable to convert while there. With six minutes to go Saxon Hooper put Druids in front with a hard shot. Phantoms heads dropped and James Kristof did his best to fire them up. With three minutes to go Saxon provided the nail with a break away goal. After that Druids maintained possession and ran out the clock holding on for the 3-1 win. Druids now take on Slytherin in the grand final next week. Is Druids second consectutive final losing to Sonics last year and will be Slytherin's first in their 6 season history. Slytherin hold the edge in the round games this year defeating Druids twice.
So get down and check out the final at 7.55pm on Monday 26th July, should be a cracker.

19-JUL-2004
Division B - Week 24 - Finals
Preliminary Final: Polar Bears vs Team IceBucket
B grade preliminary final for Polar Bears and Team IceBucket, a win had the prize of the second spot in the grand final vs Phoenix next week, a loss and the only spot for the grand final would be as a spectator. Polar Bears had defeated Team IceBucket twice this year but have been on a bit of a form slide since bottom placed Ice Wizards broke their 8 game winning streak. So Polar Bears needed a form reversal and a win to get past Team IceBucket for a spot and a rematach vs Phoenix. Team IceBucket needed to reverse the two earlier results for their crack at Phoenix. Team IceBucket started on fire putting two goals on before Polar Bears knew what was happening. Polar Bears didnt finish minor premiers for no reason and turned around the possession, territory and shots on goal. They came close to scoring several times denied by some freakish keeping by one Mark Ruleski. Despite the pressure and domination, Team IceBucket held strong and maintained the 2-0 lead until half time. After the half Polar Bears continued the pressure the game pretty much entirely played in the Team IceBucket end, Buckets happy to counter when they could and then flood back to defence. Despite a huge penalty minutes racked up by Team IceBucket Polar Bears couldnt convert and Team IceBucket managed 1 more for the 3-0 win. Bryan Macklin, Liam Golding and Chris Dezmen shared the goals. Polar Bears eliminated, Team IceBucket into the grand final in their first season of B grade after winning C grade last year. So next week we have the two run and gun sides Team IceBucket vs Phoenix, whose fast break offence will prevail.
Game at 8.35 directly after the A division final.

15-JUL-2004
Division C - Week 14
Titans vs Polar Bears
Polar Bears as per usual were running late, so the Titans had the momentum to start this game. It resulted in an early goal to Greg Dezman, setup by his brother Chris. So a big scoreline seemed like it could be on offer, but it was not to be. The early goal being the only goal of the match and thus giving the Titans a 1-0 victory.
Raptors vs The Unforgiven
The Unforgiven must have come down with a case of cootees, because there wasn't a girl insight for there team. This made it very easy for the ten strong Raptors outfit to overwhelm the depleated side. But it was the unlikely candidate Karen Daffy who opened the scoring for the Raptors, putting too much heat on one for the keeper to handle (and apparently everyone at her work will know about it). Then Louis Sultana took the reigns, scoring the next three to claim a hat-trick. Martin Sultana and Kevin Chen chipped in with a goal each, and the icing was applied by the starter in Karen Daffy, once again hitting more solid than the keeper was good for (and trust me, there will be many sore ears tomorrow at her place of employment). This capped off the 7-0 victory for the Raptors.
Robots vs POWs
Robots starting to put a consistent team on the field left the still inexperienced POWs with very little chance. But this was in particularly the Paul Hancock show. Paul claiming four goals, including a nice hand down to himself for the two handed tee off goal, and thus taking the Robots to 5-0 victory, Aron Calfas getting the other goal.

12-JUL-2004
Division A - Week 23 - Finals
Elimination Final: Druids vs Ninjas
Tough game for both teams, a loss means elimination a win to move onto the preliminary final and a chance at Grand Final glory. Ninjas started on fire, dominating possession and shots on goal. Then disaster as skipper Pete Yabsley went down with a hamstring tear. This should have gutted the Ninjas but they decided they didnt need him and kept up the intsity still dominating possession and territory. The pressure finally told off with Paul Naton getting a cross to Ben Eagleston who beat the keeper with a shot into the roof. Ben's first A division goal at Penrith in his 80th game. Ninjas maintained the lead until half time, 1-0. Good discipline and tight marking saw Ninjas maintain that lead until 7 minutes to go when Tim Ollerton jumped on a loose ball and smacked it home. 1 all setting up a tense finish. With only three minutes to go another loose ball in defence bobbled out in front of the goals for Saxon Hooper to hit home. The 2-1 lead enough to eliminate a spirited Ninjas team and put Druids into the preliminary final.
Qualifying Final: Slytherin vs Phantoms
Slytherin got hammered last time these teams met, however finals are a very different animal. This time their discipline was good and they maintained good defensive formation to nullify the fast Phantom attackers. A full game not enough for either team to score a goal. 0-0 and into overtime. OT is exciting at the best of times, however with a bit of a crowd and a chance at a grand final spot, this was awesome. James Kristof turned the advantage Phantoms way with the first goal. However Slytherin dont go away that easily and on the back of a phantom penalty and man advantage they hit back soon after through a nicely set up goal to Dane Hansen. 1-1 all with a minute or so to go. Phantoms back to full strength and a bout of sudden death OT looked likely until James Kristof made a steal and break with only Beth Hines to beat. Beth was up to the challenge and blocked the shot, from the regather Dane Hansen sent a ball to Craig Horsley who connected sweetly and put Slytherin in fron 2-1 with only 11 seconds to go. Not enough time for Phantoms to come back and Slytherin move into their first Grand Final. Phantoms now take on Druids in the Preliminary final next week in a battle of the green machines.

12-JUL-2004
Division B - Week 23 - Finals
Elimination Final: Guinness vs Team IceBucket
This game started a million miles an hour with both teams screaming around the ice, counter attacks and desparate defence. However the lack of subs soon took it toll and it ground to a halt. As you can guess there was lots of early chances but as the speed wore out of the game so did the chances. With a minute to go this game look desitined for overtime. However speed merchant Liam Golding made a break and with 50 seconds score for Team Ice Bucket. 1-0 enough to take the win and move into the preliminary final vs Polar Bears next week.
Qualifying Final: Polar Bears vs Phoenix
Phoenix as usual finishing strongly accounted for fading Polar Bears in the last week of competition 2-0. That win took Phoenix from 4th to 2nd and earned them the rematch and a chance of progressing straight into the grand final. So Phoenix full of confidence and at full strength up against Polar Bears with half their team sick and missing star goalie Bob Irwin. Phoenix with all the advantages pushed them home pressing Polar Bears the whole way and in the end doing it comfortably. Goals to Andrew Chapman, Ben Robson and Damien Colyer sealing it for Phoenix. 3-0 Phoenix into the Grand Final. Polar Bears still have a chance to avenge the loss when they take on Team IceBucket next week in the preliminary final, a win there setting up a Polar Bear vs Phoenix Grand Final.

05-JUL-2004
Division A - Week 22
Druids vs Pirates
Last round of a very tight A division season. Pirates playing for pride a win meaning they avoid the wooden spoon, however if they had won their last couple games they would have been playing for a spot in the finals, thats how tight the A division competition was. Druids needed at least an OT win to secure a spot in the finals and things started badly for them. Sam Boer proving to be their catalyst early on bagging 2 goals and messing up the "Druids into the Finals" script. But Druids fought back Tim Ollerton slotting a goal late in the half making the scoreline 2-1 at half time. Second half was all Druids controlling possession deep in the Pirates defensive end and eventually the pressure told with goals to Saxon Hooper and another to Tim Ollerton giving Druids a 3-2 lead. Pirates rallied and put on a few shots of their own but the Druids defence held for the win and secured a spot in the finals. 3-2 Druids over Pirates.
Sonics vs Phantoms
Every game this night had bearings on the finals. Sonics needed an outright win and with Druids winning now also had to rely on Ninjas losing outright vs Slytehrin in the next game. Phantoms already qualified for the finals but needed a win to ensure a top two finish and the second chance in the finals series. From the start Sonics looked to control this game. First goal coming from a well worked move starting with Pauline Perren across to Kerry Baxter who looped in the pass to find Tim Brown on the goal crease to tip over the keeper. Phantoms never give up though equalising through James Kristof, who on the run, with his lefthand plucked a ball high out of the air dragging it down to his right and hitting it one handed before the ball hit the ice, beating the keeper. However with the season on the line Tim Brown again extended the Sonics lead to 2-1. Again James Kristof evened it up, 2-2 at full time. James Kristof proved to be the hero scoring the OT winner and completing his hat trick and securing a top 2 finish for Phantoms and relegating Sonics to 5th.
Ninjas vs Slytherin
Now Sonics were gone this game no longer decided the finalists but would decide finals positions. A win for Ninjas would give them a top 2 spot, a win for Slytherin would give them the minor premiership. So still plenty at stake for both teams right into the last game of the season. Ninjas opened the scoring through a standard Peter Yabsley goal, taking the ball from the side, floating across the goal mouth and hitting hard past the keeper (see various broomball videos for an example). 1-0 Ninjas. Slytherin hit straight back though when Jo Mitchel combined with Ryan Findlayson(goal) for the equaliser. Both teams had chances to grab the win but none were converted the game ending 1-1. Sudden death OT couldnt break the dead lock.
So next week we have:-

Qualifying Final: 1st - Phantoms vs 2nd - Slytherin
Elimination Final: 3rd - Druids vs 4th - Ninjas

05-JUL-2004
Division B - Week 22
Girl Germs vs Golden Falcons
Both teams were just short of making the finals but still played with a good intensity. Golden Falcons on the board first through Mark Slater. Girl Germs tied it with Linda Bell scambling one in from the crease. Right on full time Karen Thompson ballooned a shot from half way. It landed awkwardly on the 1/2 volley at the Falcons keepers feet, spun through his legs and headed to the open net. However Kevin recovered in time and knocked it away as time expired. Into OT. Linda Bell finished it in style with a nice hand thingy goal completing her double. 2-1 OT win for Girl Germs to finish the season. Both teams finished just outside the top 4, probably needing an additional win each to have pushed for the finals.. another very tight competition.
Polar Bears vs Phoenix
Phoenix finished the season strongly to secure their top 4 spot, but a win here would give them a chance at 2nd and a double chance in the finals. After being the stand out team all season, Polar Bears have faulted a little of late dropping a couple games including a loss to last placed Ice Wizards and looking a bit shaky for the finals. Without the pressure of having to win Phoenix did all the attacking and were on the baord early through Andrew Chapman. Their second goal followed soon after, when Andrew Chapman sent in a hard cross. The Polar Bear defender had to play at it and the defelection went in. The two Andrew Chapman goals enough for Phoenix to get over Polar Bears. Polar Bears still did enough to secure the Minor Premiership and still go into the finals with enough form to claim their 3rd B division title.
Team IceBucket vs Ice Wizards
The ultimate game of the season between Team IceBucket and Ice Wizards had little bearing on the finals, however TIB needed to win to have a chance at a top two finish. Ice Wizards started strongly maintaining large portions of possession but couldnt convert. On the other hand Team IceBucket always looked dangerous on the counter with speed players Bryan Macklin and Liam Golding looking to break at any opportunity. This strike power proved too much for Ice Wizards as Team IceBucket piled on 4 goals. Two to Liam Golding, 1 to Bryan Macklin and an exceptional bit of individual play from Lisa Price, who beat a couple players and then beat the keeper for a goal of her own. Ice Wizards only goal came for young James Dymond who took a Lauren Goulden pass on the blue line and launched a heat seeker into the inside side netting. 4-1 Team Ice Bucket.
The results means Team IceBucket, Guinness and Slytherin are all tied for 2nd, so to break the tie we use the IFBA rules.

Results between teams in the tie
Guinness 1 vs TIB 0
Guinness 2 vs Phoenix 0
TIB 4 vs Phoenix 3
Guinness 0 vs TIB 3
TIB 1 vs Phoenix 3
Guinness 0 vs Phoenix 1

Totals
Guinness pl: 4 win: 2 loss: 2 for: 3 against: 4 difference: -1
Team IceBucket pl: 4 win: 2 loss: 2 for: 8 against: 7 difference: 1
Phoenix pl: 4 win: 2 loss: 2 for: 7 against: 7 difference: 0

Three way tie
Procedure 2 to eliminate one team, Guinness into 4th, eliminated on worst goal difference in games between teams in the tie for points. So between Phoenix and TIB for 2nd/3rd

Results between teams in the tie
TIB 4 vs Phoenix 3
TIB 1 vs Phoenix 3

Totals
Team IceBucket pl: 2 win: 1 loss: 1 for: 5 against: 6 difference: -1
Phoenix pl: 2 win: 1 loss: 1 for: 6 against: 5 difference: 1

Procedure 1: Deadlocked
Procedure 2: Phoenix through on goal difference

Top 4 then:
1. Polar Bears
2. Phoenix
3. TIB
4. Guinness

So next week:-
Qualifying Final: 1st - Polar bears vs 2nd - Phoenix
Elimination Final: 3rd - Team IceBucket vs 4th - Guinness

Tie Breaking System
NOTE: When breaking three-way ties, use Procedure 2, 3 or 4 to eliminate one of the three teams. Then return to Procedure 1 to break the remaining tie.
Procedure 1: The team that has the best points based on two points for a win and 1 point for a tie, considering games between teams implicated in the tie, shall win.
Procedure 2: If equality persists, the team that has the greater difference in goals for and against, considering games between team implicated in the tie shall win.
Procedure 3: If equality persists, the team that has best marks, based on two points for a win and 1 point for tie, between teams implicated in the equality, in comparison with the highest team in the standing, shall win. If equality still persists, the same shall be made with the second place team in the standings, and so on.
Procedure 4: If equality remains after applying procedure 3, a comparison of difference in goals for and against, between teams implicated in the equality, and considering the highest team in the standings, shall determine the winner. If equality still persists, the same comparison shall be made with the second place team in the standings, and so on, if necessary.
Procedure 5: If equality remains after applying procedure 4, an additional period of 15 minutes shall be imposed on the teams involved, in order to achieve a final standing.
Procedure 6: In the event of a (3) three way tie after the (15) fifteen-minute additional period. The teams involved will play an additional period of (5) five minutes. The goal difference shall be the actual difference in the score. This period is played in the same manner as "REGULAR OVERTIME". (Four (4) players - no goalie)
Procedure 7 : If equality still remains after the additional (5) five minute period. The teams involved will play "SUDDEN DEATH". The game shall end as soon as a goal is scored. This period is played in the same manner as "REGULAR OVERTIME".(four (4) players - no goalie)

28-JUN-2004
Division A - Week 21
Mighty Dragons vs Slytherin
Final game for Mighty Dragons and a must win game if they were going to see any finals action. Realising this they bought in the big guns Harry Sotiropoulos playing only his 4th game of the season. Slytherin undermanned with Craig Horsley missing along with Steve Timmins away OS on holidays. Didnt seem to effect Slytherin too much as Dane Hansen caught fire and streaked all over the ice racking up 2 goals and setting up another for Jo Mitchell taking Slytherin to a 3-0 lead at half time. Scoreline sparked the Mighty Dragons into action and they should have had three goals themselves five minutes into the second half, just failing to convert. Eventually they put a couple on through Terry Giovas and Liam Golding scoring his maiden A division goal setting up tight finish. However Dane had just enough fuel to catch the keeper out of his crease, make the steal and get the ball to Ryan Findlayson to fire home. 4-2 win for Slytherin ending Mighty Dragons season.
Druids vs Phantoms
Druids needed a win to secure a finals birth, but it wasnt goiong to be easy, Phantoms coming off a 4-1 thrashing of Slytherin, now full of confidence. Tough fast game at first, neither team gaining the ascendency. Saxon Hooper opened the scoring for Druids a lead they took to half time. Phantoms will never go away though, with their fast attackers continually threatening to break. Bryan Macklin did the damage this time, beating three defenders with good skill but then used a bit a luck as his miss hit shot dribbled through the keepers legs. 1-1 Full time. In OT Saxon Hooper missed two opens nets for Druids and on the second miss Bryan again capitalised, breaking free and setting up a 2-1 in attack for Lisa Price to poke home the OT winner for Phantoms.
Sonics vs Pirates
Both teams needed to win to keep their finals hopes alive, a loss meaning an early exit from the tournament. Very dour match, good solid defence limiting scoring chances. A single goal in the first half to Tim Brown secured the win for Sonics. Sonics now need to win their last game and hope Druids or Ninjas lose next week.

28-JUN-2004
Division B - Week 21
Girl Germs vs Ice Wizards
Very workwoman like effort from Girl Germs as they got home against the Ice Wizards by 2 goals to nil. Goals to Kerry Baxter and Tracy Ivin sealing the win.
The Penguins vs Phoenix
Big game for both teams, the last for The Penguins needing a win to slot into the top 4. Phoenix needed an OT win to secure a finals spot. So both teams were cautious. 20 minutes went by and the score was 0-0. 40 minutes went by and the score was still 0-0. 4 minutes 56 seconds passed and still the score was 0-0. Just when it looked like the game was going to finish 0-0, Damien Colyer broke the deadlock for an OT win for Phoenix with just 3 seconds to go. The win secures a finals berth for Phoenix (unless the forfeit next week) and the loss ended The Penguins chances of finals glory in their debut season.
Guinness vs Polar Bears
Polar Bears missing star keeper Bob Irwin showed a little crack in their impressive armour. Guinness exploiting their defence and putting on two goals through Dane Hansen and Jo Mitchell. 2-0 win for Guinness into second place but will have to wait for results next week to see if they stay there.

26-JUN-2004
Division C - Week 11
Raptors vs Hunters
Hunters possibly for the first time this season fielding a full side, left Raptors with very little chance to come away with this game. A Lot of power hitting by Hunters and one piece of finesse by Gemma Fornal, saw Hunters dominate their way to a 4-1 victory. Davin Harvey claiming the Raptors sole goal with some nice solo work.
POWs vs Polar Bears
The new kids on the block still looking for their first favourable result of the season, once again were in with a chance against an undermanned (or underwomanned) Polar Bears outfit. Sandor Leib once again having an outstanding game in goals to keep POWs in the game at halftime 0-0. As the clock ticked down, the tension grew and the POWs neared their best result of the season. With 3 mins to go, the excitement level hit the roof when Aamir Vatandoust scored POWs first goal, and took the POWs to their first victory. POWs winning 1-0.
The Unforgiven vs Titans
Definately not the most exciting game of the night. Neither team creating an excess of chances, and even when they did create chances the shots were Beckham-like wayward!! Even in overtime no-one could break the deadlock, and hence a 0-0 draw was the result.

21-JUN-2004
Division A - Week 20
Sonics vs Ninjas
With the table so tight and no positions except perhaps Slytherins decided, both teams had plenty to play for. Sonics have been building momentum and looked very dangerous in the last few games. If Ninjas could win outright it would secure them a finals berth. Tight first half with neither team able to convert, nil all at half time. In the second half Sonics began to get on top, breaking the Ninja defence but not coming up with the goals. Instead Ninjas were on the board first when Peter Yabsley centred a hard cross/shot which was partialy saved by the keeper. Linda Bell was on hand to bat in the loose ball from the goal mouth for a 1 nil Ninja lead. Sonics battled on creating more chances finally Kerry Baxter setting up Jay Schmidt with a good hard cross to the post for Jay to trap and slot home. 1-1 full time and into OT. Peter Yabsley finished off the OT win with a hard shot. 2-1 Ninjas in OT and into 1st spot on the ladder but have played an extra game compared to the teams ranked 2nd to 4th.
Pirates vs Mighty Dragons
With both teams sitting just outside the top four it was a must win game for both teams. Mighty Dragons welcomed back John Magnisalis and he was into the thick of it straight away making several breaks and creating chances for himself or partner in crime Con Sourlangos. Pirates hung in there, even if on the back foot most the half for a nil nil scoreline at the half. Con Sourlangos got Mighty Dragons on the board with a bit of luck as a shot deflected off Sam Boer and rolled slowly past the wrong footed keeper. The next two goals, one for each team were both extraordinary. For Pirates Kosta Sourlas ran to the keeper, faked the shot and laid a ball off for Sam Boer to put into the open net, look almost professional. The second goal for Dragons, the game winner was scored by Lina Nasr. To the naked eye it looked like an extremely well executed goal with Liam Golding firing in a hard cross and Lina poking her stick into the path just in front of the keeper and deflecting it in. Further investigation turned up that Lina was in fact sliding into the crease to poke the keeper with her stick and the ball hit it and defelected in. Which ever story you believe it was the game winner for Mighty Dragons. Mighty Dragons have one game to go and need to win to make it to the finals. Pirates have two and now need to win both of those to have a chance.
Slytherin vs Phantoms
Top of the table Slytherin up against Phantoms coming off the bye. Slytherin playing a cautios possession styled game and Phantoms as usual using their quick forwards to counter with odd man rushes. In this game the counter methods worked with Phantoms slamming in 5 goals, a hat trick to James Kristof and a double for Luke Simmonds. Every Phantom player got on the score sheet with at least an assist. For Slyhterin a lone goal to Steve Timmins the only joy. Phantoms 5 defeated Slytherin 1. With only two rounds to go all teams can still make or miss the finals.. exciting stuff !!

21-JUN-2004
Division B - Week 20
Guinness vs The Penguins
The Penguins in 5th up against Guinnes in third. Most of the play in Guinness's attacking half as they pressured the Penguins. Goals to new recruits Davin Harvey and Kevin Chen for Guinness. At 2 nil down The Penguins chances were further dented as a spiteful Bec Cashel shot falconed into the Penguins keepers face cage cutting his chin. The messy injury leaving The Penguins without their keeper and a long way back. No road back for Penguins with the score remaining 2-0.
Team IceBuckets vs Golden Falcons
As per usual Team IceBucket were struggling for numbers after the mid season departure of a number of their players. Eventually they got some personnel and took it to the Falcons for awhile. Bryan and Liam pushing forward for Team IceBucket creating the odd chance. Falcons got on the board first midway through the first half through Mark Slater and carried that lead to half time. Mark Slater doubled the lead early in the second. Team IceBucket picked up the pace and from a Bryan Macklin back handed assist Liam Golding halved the lead. Thats where the scoring stopped. An important win for the Golden Falcons.
Girl Germs vs Polar Bears
Was always going to be a struggle for Girl Germs without play makers Tracy Ivin (exams) and Kerry Baxter (sick) vs top of the table Polar Bears. First half goals to David Buckley and Mark Kim made it look like it would be a long last game of the night for Girl Germs. However they knuckled down in the second half and fought it out well. Final score 2-0 to Polar Bears.

14-JUN-2004
Division A - Week 19
Sonics vs Mighty Dragons
Only 2 goals from the three A grade games tonight. First up Mighty Dragons vs Sonics. Really defence and goal keepers were the biggest factor in this game, repeatedly denying both teams. Sonics with 20 seconds to go got on the board through Tim Brown. The one late goal providing Sonics with a much needed win.
Pirates vs Slytherin
This game was played in the mid field, with very few good chances for either team. Slytherin had a couple of late chances but couldnt convert. 0 - 0 at fulltime and into OT. With less than 10 seconds on the clock Sam Boer pounced on a turn over and broke free. At the blue line he glanced at the clock and saw 3.3 seconds so fired. It was saved and the game ended in a nil all draw after the full forty-five minutes.
Druids vs Ninjas
Ninjas started on fire all over the Druids unlucky not to convert in the first minute of the match. They continued to apply all the pressure and it looked likely they would eventually over power the Druids. Druids hanging on for a 0-0 scoreline at halftime. Game evened up a bit in the second half with Druids able to apply some of their own offensive pressure. Their best chance with 10 to go when a miss pass by the keeper found Saxon Hooper in front of the open Ninja net. From his knees after diving to pick up the miss pass the shot went wide, definitely the early stages of a case of Samitus. From that miss the rebound came straight back to him.. still on his knees and on his back hand this time up over the goals.. Acute Samitus had set in. With 4 minutes to go Saxon again had chances.. a shot saved by the keeper. The rebound collected by Druids and another shot saved. This rebound was collected by Tim Ollerton who chopped it over the keeper for a 1-0 lead to Druids. With 6 seconds to go Ninja Peter Yabsley took the ball deep into the corner and fired a hard cross which sat on the crease with two Ninjas in close proximity, but before they could scramble it in, the Druid keeper swiped the ball away and secured the Druid win. 1-0 for Druids over Ninjas.

14-JUN-2004
Division B - Week 19
Phoenix vs Golden Falcons
Plenty of excitement in this game. Golden Falcons leaping out to a 2-0 lead early with goals to Beth Hines and Mark Slater prompting the comment 'Damn we really needed to win this one' from Phoenix captain Andrew Chapman while on the bench having a breather. Lucky for Phoenix the rest of the team knew the win was required and they started their fight back. Three goals, the last with 2 minutes to go securing the unlikely comeback and the 3-2 win. Goals for Phoenix by Ben Robson, Damien Colyer and Steve Clark.
Ice Wizards vs Guinness
More excitement in the second B grade game. Guinness looked to be cruising when they lept to a 2 goal to nil lead with goals to Dane Hansen and Bec Cashel. But Ice Wizards have found something extra in the last couple games, which has been missing so far this season and they managed to pull both goals back with Luke Simmonds and Karl Pryor. 2-2 was the full time score. A tripping penalty for Gemma Fornal meant Ice Wizards had to play OT with 3 players for 2 minutes of the last 2 minutes 48 seconds. However Guinness couldnt convert during this time. Final score 2-2, points shared.
The Penguins vs Team IceBucket
Early goal for Liam Golding putting Team IceBucket in the box seat. Which is all they needed as they held out the desperate Penguins. 1-0 nil Team IceBucket.

10-JUN-2004
Division C - Week 9
Robots vs Hunters
To say this game was a dour nil all draw, would be a poor description. It was 45 minutes of shot after shot after shot. Robots playing the entire match a girl down (and about 2 mins with no girls due to injury) meant that Hunters had space to create many many opportunities, but rarely troubling the keeper with anything on target. Robots and their naturally aggressive play, meant they weren't out gunned, but some superb keeping (mainly by Dean Thomas) kept them scoreless. In overtime, Grace Dasco was the saviour for the Robots making many saves right on the keepers crease. So 0-0 was the final score.
POWs vs Titans
POWs yet to earn any more than the consolation point in their games thus far up against a Titans side that have been solid all season. POWs relying mainly on fast breaks as their form of attack, couldn't get any of their few shots online (except one that was kicked in). But up the other end their defence was put into overdrive, and they were up to the task. They crowded the attack and the goals, and the balls that did get through (whilst it was a small percentage of shots taken, it still was a large amount) were superbly saved by the keeper (Sandor Lieb having yet another brilliant game). 0-0 at halftime left people wondering if a goal could be scored at all this night. 73 mins and 30 seconds into the matches, the drought was broken. Titans Carl Mella getting enough on his shot to make sure that solid contact by the keepers stick wasn't enough to keep it out. But 1-0 was where it stayed, Titans scraping home agains an improving POWs side.
The Unforgiven vs Polar Bears
Top of the table Polar Bears played the entire match a girl down, letting the slightly erratic Unforgiven in with a solid chance. The game looked fairly even, and a stroke of luck saw Polar Bears take the lead. A save from the keeper deflecting the ball onto another attackers stick and in. The Unforgiven frustrated at being down to an undermanned side, stepped up a gear. James Ward eventually getting the back level with a solid strike. 1-1 at halftime. The second half was more of the same but this time without the goals, creating yet another goal-less half for the night, and making this the 5th of 9 games this week to go into overtime!!! Polar Bears, still a girl down, having a severe dissadvantage in overtime, and it wasn't long before The Unforgiven ended the night, James Ward hammering one into the roof of the goals!! So a 2-1 OT victory to The Unforgiven.

07-JUN-2004
Division A - Week 18
Phantoms vs Ninjas
Another wet game first up, limiting opportunities for both teams. Phantoms probably had more chances but good D shut them down. 1 goal each leading to OT. A missed passed early in OT by Shannon Vost nearly handed Phantoms the OT lead, but a case of Samitus for Luke Simmonds maintained the dead lock. Neither team managing a score in OT, a rare draw. The 2 points enough to put Ninjas in top spot just in front of Slytherin.
Druids vs Mighty Dragons
Both teams suffering from player shortages meant the result of this game a bit of a lottery. Mighty Dragons missing gun trio John Magnisalis, Con Sourlangos and Harry Sotiropoulos but picking up Peter Yabsley. Excellent dropping defence by Lina and Angela Nasr plus close marking by Peter Yabsley limited Druids chances. But 1 goal to Saxon Hooper got the Druids a much needed win after 2 recent losses.

07-JUN-2004
Division B - Week 18
Girl Germs vs Team IceBucket
Team Ice Bucket took an early lead before Karen Thompson evened it up. Again Team Ice Bucket moved ahead. With only a minute to go a Tracy Ivin shot took a defensive deflection and found the net. 2-2 at full time and into OT. With Girl Germs deep in attack a croos was intercepted and Bryan Macklin raced the length of the ice to score an OT win for Team IceBucket.
Golden Falcons vs The Penguins
The Penguins held onto a finals spot with a 2-0 win over Golden Falcons. However it is a tight table with only 3 points between Team IceBucket in second and Golden Falcons in 7th. With only 3 rounds to go every point will be very important... dont forget duty guys.. thats easy points.
Polar Bears vs Ice Wizards
First vs Last illustrated how tight this competition is. Polar Bears on an 8 game winning streak up against last placed Ice Wizards. However you wouldnt know it watching it, chances even, anyones game. After 40 minutes we were going to OT again. Luke Simmonds snapping the Polar Bear winning streak with a goal for Ice Wizards. The points vital for Ice Wizards keeping their final hopes alive. Three wins would get them home.
Guinness vs Phoenix
Phoenix now making their usual late charge at the finals needing another win to help them progress further up the ladder. Guinness in second trying to halt a slide after a couple of losses in a row. Lots of end to end action in this game as both teams used the fast break offence. The result a single goal to Damien Colyer for Phoenix giving them the win. Some very good saves by Phoenix keeper Katie Robson maintained the lead and secured the win. 1-0 Phoenix. Moving them to 5th and Guinness slipping to third.

31-MAY-2004
Division A - Week 17
Pirates vs Ninjas
Defence was the order of the night, both teams careful not to be scored on. The difference in this tight struggle, 1 goal to Ninja Peter Yabsley. Pirates had the better of the chances in the second half but NInjas ground out the single goal win and move to third on the ladder. Pirates in 6th but only 5 points behind 2nd place Phantoms. In fact only 8 points seperate 1st to 7th in what is probably the closest A division season yet. 4 games for each team to go and the final 4 will be anyones guess.
Sonics vs Slytherin
Long hard struggle this game, very fast but no goals. Best chance of the night came for Sonics in the second half when the ball got hidden in the keepers legs, popped out, half cleared, shot, saved, rebounded, saved, and finally pushed to the back wall for Slytherin to clear. Towards the end Tim Teabags Brown was hanging around halfway looking for the cherry pick goal. He got one break but desparate defence ran him down. 0-0 into OT. The same general cautious play in OT, possession gold. Tim Teabags made the break and shot.. just coming off keeper Beth Hines shoulder.. an inch higher it would have been a goal and an OT win for Sonics. Instead Slytering cleared and broke on goals with Dane Hansen and Ryan Findlayson passing the ball between themselves for Dane to finish as his last breath left his body. A 1-0 Ot win for Syltherin taking them back to the top of the A division table.

31-MAY-2004
Division B - Week 17
Team IceBucket vs Phoenix
Phoenix at full strength took advantage of Team IceBucket only having five players. Controlling the game and shutting down the potent IceBucket fast break. Final score 3-1 to Phoenix.
Guinness vs Girl Germs
Good close game, the difference a single goal by Kerry Baxter and the great keeping of the NSW womens elite keeper Shannon Vost. The girls have now won 3 out of their last 4 and have secured 4th spot. However the table is very congested with 3 points between 2nd and 7th. Guinness in 2nd on 30 points, Phoenix in 7th on 27.
Golden Falcons vs Ice Wizards
First and only B division game of the night ot go into overtime. Ice Wizards scored through James Dymond. Golden Falcons through Peter Anderson and Beth Hines. 2-1 OT win for Golden Falcons.
Polar Bears vs The Penguins
So far on the night every lower placed team had caused the upset, further congesting the table. The Penguins could sure up a final spot with a win over the Polar Bears, on a winning streak of 7 games. Not tonight however as Polar Bears put in 4 goals. One a long range effort from Luke Petelcyzc from behind his defensive blue line with only 4 seconds left in the first half. Another goal with only 4 seconds to go in the game completed the win. Polar Bears streak extended to 8 wins in a row and safely in 1st place defeating The Penguins 4-1.

24-MAY-2004
Division A - Week 16
Druids vs Sonics
Similar game to last week for Druids, lose early defence costing them 2 early goals, one to Kerry Baxter, the other to Scott Murray. Like last week they pulled one back, 2-1 at half time. Second half was all played in the defensive zone of Sonics content to counter when they could. However Con Sourlangos in goals and some good defence meant that like last week there was no second half goals for Druids. In fact a steal by Tim Brown inside the last minute saw him break for a nice off hand flick finish. 3-1 Sonics defeating Druids.
Phantoms vs Mighty Dragons
Shot fest this game. Both teams streaming forward on the counter. Phantoms lept out to a two goal lead, before Con Sourlangos pulled one back. 3 goals in the first ten minutes and there were many more shots saved by the keepers in that time. Phantoms added to their lead 3-1 at half time. Mighty Dragons unlucky not to have a second goal after it was disallowed off Con Sourlangos' leg. Mighty Dragons pressed hard in the second half but just couldnt find the net. Phantoms managed one goal but missed heaps. Final score 4-1 Phantoms.

24-MAY-2004
Division B - Week 16
The Penguins vs Ice Wizards
The James Kristof show, a hatrick to James sealing a much needed win for The Penguins. For Ice Wizards James Dymond fired a rocket in adding some respectability to the score. 3-1 for the Penguins.
Guinness vs Team IceBucket
Good team effort by the IceBuckets, three goals to three different players, Bryan Macklin, Liam Golding and Mark Ruleski. Guinness struggling a bit with new players and missing super star Jo Mitchell. 3-0 win for Team IceBucket.
Golden Falcons vs Polar Bears
Even game this one. So even in fact it was nil all for 39 minutes and 52 seconds. With 8 seconds on the clock and overtime looking most likely the ball bounced off the back wall and rolled into the Falcon goal crease. In the crease was Polar Bear Dave Buckly, who pushed the goal home for a 1-0 win to Polar Bears.
Girl Germs vs Phoenix
As usual the best game of the night was last. Phoenix lept out to 3 goal lead after 10 minutes. Two goals to Damien Colyer and one to Andrew Chapman. Thirty seconds later Girl Germs hit back with a goal to Sally Yabsley. 3-1 at half time. Four minutes into the second half Kerry Baxter pushed in Girl Germs second goal, setting up a good finish. However Phoenix held on for a much needed win and with 30 seconds to go Damien Colyer broke away and completed his hat trick. 4-2 win for Phoenix.

20-MAY-2004
Division C - Week 6
POWs vs The Unforgiven
The new kids on the block, the POW's, are growing in ice confidence and I expect them to start getting some points on the board in the next few weeks (rather than just racking up the penalty minutes *ahem*). Unforgiven were missing a couple of key attacking players which made them a little awkward up front, but Darren Pearce slotted one away to put the only point on the board for the game. Unforgiven win 1, POW's 0.
Hunters vs Titans
Hunters suffering under the cross-entry rules played with 5 guys 3 of which couldn't be on the ice at the same time! And with a girl MIA they played a girl and guy down for the entire match. Titans have been growing in strength this season and had an easy game rushing the Hunters defence (or lack of!). Karl Mella scoring 3 goals, and one each to Russell Gregory and Chris Dezman. Hunters saved face with one goal to Gemma Fornal from a Karl Pryor assist. Final score Titans 5, Hunters 1, Titans victory.

26-APR-2004
Aussie National Champions - NSW Womens Elite
The NSW Womens elite team have won back to back titles defeating South Australia 2-1 in the final on Sunday evening. The girls played an awesome tournament only conceding a single goal (that in the last 3 minutes of the final).
The team: Tracy Ivin, Kerry Baxter, Linda Bell, Shannon Vost, Jo Mitchell, Angela Nasr, Sally Yabsley, Karen Thompson.
In the round games the girls defeated ACT by 5-0, NQ by 1-0, NSW2 by 4-0 and drew with SA 0-0.

26-APR-2004
Aussie National Champions - NSW Mens Elite
The NSW Mens Elite team have taken out the title for the first time ever defeating NQ 4-3. In what was a very tough and bruising competition NSW went through undefeated. A first up draw 2-2 with NQ lead to a 4-0 defeat of the ACT who had won the previous 12 tournaments. We just scraped home against SA 2-1 and played a solid 3-1 win vs the tough Gold Coast team.
The team: Saxon Hooper, Tim Brown, Steve Timmins, Peter Yabsley, Sam Boer, Andrew Nicholson, Dane Hansen, Tim Ollerton, Luke Simmonds and Shannon Jorda.

14-MAR-2004
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