The New Aspen Ice Adult Hockey League was proud to crown two new champions last week. The Shamrocks took the inaugural FEDERAL (C) league championship by defeating the Predators in three games. The Hitmen were able to claim the IRON (B) league championship in stunning fashion, beating the Ice Holez in double overtime of the decidng game three contest.
The playoffs proved to be exciting throughout with numerous overtime games and sprited play. The Buffaloes were able to overtake the Buzzards in the Federal league consolation game getting their first true win of the season. Congratulations to the Buffaloes who have already said they are anxious to notch more victories in the Spring 2011 season.
The Iron League playoffs proved anything can happen in the post season as the first place Ice Devils were defeated by the rival Ice Holez in the opening round, ending their chances at the championship. And the Black Bears who impressed everyone in the end of the regular season by moving up the standings all the way to second place in the Iron League, also fell in their opening round contest against the eventual champion, Hitmen.
The rink at Aspen will soon proudly display the league champions on a new AIAHL League banner. The Hitmen and the Shamrocks will have the honor of being the first teams named on the banner. But the Spring season will also have its own champions and we are looking forward to a competive season that is set to start the week of May 2. Stay tuned to the blog for scheduling and league news and updates.
