AIAHL Mourns Loss of Shamrock Star

The AIAHL was shocked to find out that one of their own, Matt Lymon of the Shamrocks, passed away on January 14th. Matt was only 30 years old.

Shamrock captain Mark Ganter stated that "Matt lived and breathed hockey with the Shamrocks. The whole team is going to his services. Matt's family has asked us to show up wearing our Shamrock jerseys in support."

Aspen Ice of Flemington and all involved with the AIAHL extend our sincere condolences to Matt's family, friends and teammates.

Buzzards Starting to Score

After scoring 8 goals in their first five games, the Buzzards are starting to pile on the scoring. The new look Buzzards have scored an amazing 20 goals in their last three contests-notching their first career win vs the Buffaloes and narrowly missing their second in a 5-4 shootout loss vs the Predators.

The scoring outburst has coincided with the introduction of their new unis. The mustard and blue colored jerseys sport the ominous new stick wielding Buzzard logo.

Tonight's Games Postponed

Tonight's games are being postponed due to the forecasted snow storm. The Buzzard v Buffaloes game will be rescheduled for Thursday Jan 13th @ 9:15pm. The Black Bears v Shamrock reschuled date is to be determined.

Tonight's 9:15 ice slot will be available to AIAHL players as an open skate but please take appropriate caution if you plan on coming to the rink.

Take care and be safe. See you thursday.

Bill Auld

Updated Standings

Standings thur January 9, 2011

Ice Holez 10pts 5-1
Ice Devils 10pts 5-1
Hitmen 10pts 5-1
Predators 8pts 4-2
Black Bears 6pts 3-3
Shamrocks 4pts 2-4
Buzzards 0pts 0-6
Buffaloes 0pts 0-6

Well Played Game Marred by Fight

The Predators and the Ice Devils were playing what was perhaps the best game this season on the AIAHL schedule. After falling behind on a goal by Predator forward Michael Boscaino one minute and 21 seconds into the game the Hitmen built a 3-2 lead late in the third.

But as the game neared its end a fight ruined what was really a great high tempo adult league game. Both players involved in the fisticuffs will face the league mandated automatic 2 game suspension as well as any supplemental discipline deemed necessary by the league.

The penalties doled out left the Ice Devils down a man in the final minutes. The Predators were able to tie the game with the goalie pulled with 58 seconds remaining. The Ice Devils prevailed for the win in the shootout as their goaltender stopped all the Predator shooters.

Happy New Year

Hello AIAHL'ers. I am just writing you a quick post to thank you for your involvement in the league so far. I think we have had some good games but even better camaraderie.

I also wanted to apologize for not updating this blog as quickly as I would have liked to. I have been dealing with a family emergency recently-my father had a heart attack but thankfully is on the road to recovery. I will look to update the blog with scores, stats, and standings fairly soon. Until then, enjoy the games as we look to a successful, happy (and healthy) 2011.

Thanks,
Bill Auld
League Director