The Kamloops Storm Hockey & the City of Kamloops were pleased that the Australian National Under 20 Mens Hockey Team chose to hold their training camp here. The Aussies are preparing for the Div2A IIHF World Championships being held in Romania later on this month.
The Aussie Juniors Chef de Mission and BC native, Ross Noga, joined us in a pair of broadcasts that highlighted the two exhibition games here in Kamloops. Unfortunately the Kamloops Storm and the North Kamloops Midget AAA Lions were not as generous as hosts on the ice as they were off the ice.
In fairness to the Aussies, these games represented their very first action together as a team. By the results, Coach Graham Homann has his work cut out for him as they approach the World Championaships.
In the first game(Nov.28) the Aussies took on the Kamloops Storm Junior 'B' Hockey Team. They managed to make a game of it in the first period but Kamloops had too much Jassi Sangha working for them. Sangha had 3 goals and 1 assist while making it look pretty easy in a Kamloops 7-2 win over the Aussies. Brenton Cooney started between the pipes and switched up with Andrew Waite half way through the game. It really wasn't until the 3rd period that Kamloops really pulled away.
The Aussies had a few bright spots as their skill level gap from top to bottom is much wider that what you would see with a Canadian team. At the high end, players like the speedy David Upton and Jayson Chalker were solid throughout the game and showed that they could be a scoring threat inspite of the speed of their opponents.
Their second game of the week against the North Kamloops Midget Lions. I thought that the Aussies would dominate as they were older, bigger and stronger. But someone forgot to tell the Midget Lions, particularly starting goaltender Ben Humphrey who stoned the Aussie shooters time and time again in the first half of the game. Kyle Graham who stepped in for Humphrey in the second half of the game wasn't too shabby either. Andrew Waite played the whole game in the nets for the Aussies. He played a solid game except for one unfortunate goal where the puck was lofted into the Aussies zone and bounce before it reach him. He had only flashed his glove out to make the apparently easy save but it hopped over his glove like a bloody 'roo' and into the net. It's one of those plays that goaltenders have nightmares about.
The Midget Lions, despite the size difference played a reasonable technically sound game but gave up too many odd man rushes to give their goaltenders a break. The Aussies on the other hand were showing some nice playmaking only to be stoned by the goaltenders. Luc Mathieu had the hot hand for the Midget Lions as he had two pretty goals with his laser-like shooting. Josh Savoie and Brett Singer also had impressive games.
The final score: Midget Lions 4 - Aussies - 2.
The Upton, Stephenson, Young line was dangerous all night as well as David Huxley on defense. Michael Beaton, Andrew Taylor, Chris James, Nicolas Abba and Ricardo Del Basso also had solid games.
It was a big win for the Midget Lions as they are ages 15-17 while the Aussies have mostly 18-19 year olds.
Hopefully the Aussies can learn from their experience here as well as with their upcoming game against the Sicamous Eagles of the KIJHL on Dec 6. I believe that Sicamous will be doing the audio play-by-play. The Aussies leave Kamloops on Dec 8 and start their trek to Romania.
Good Luck and we hope to see you here again next year.
dave ouellette... kamloopsstormwriter
2006-11-09
WOW - What a Game!
It might have been a coaches nightmare (it was), but the fans at McArthur Island definitely got their money's worth on Saturday night.
The Storm met the Summerland Sting for a big first place game in the KIJHL Okanagan Shuswap Division and ended up winning the game 7-6. Both teams had a tough game the night before, but the Sting were hungry and have been on a losing skid for the past few weeks and wanted to show that they are a force in Division. (Kamloops lost 2-1OT to Sicamous and Summerland lost 4-1 to the Beaver Valley Nighthawks).
Summerland jumped out to a quick two goal lead. The Storm were able to get one back before the teams traded goals to end the first period 3-2. Storm goalie Anthony Manfredi and Sting goalie Carson Loveday are known for their solid play but both struggled in the first period which ended with the Sting outshooting the Storm 21 to 6.
The Sting got one goal in the second period, but the Storm managed to score 3 times and take a 5-4 lead after two periods.
The Storm got into penalty trouble and it did not look good for the home team. The Storm nearly killed off four straight penalties, however Summerland was able to score one power play goal and another at even strength to take the lead with just over 3 minutes remaining in the game. The Storm penalties which could have allowed the Sting to take a commanding lead, but the defense was solid. Scott Gardner in particular, had an exceptional game killing penalties as did the whole team and gave them a breath of life. Suddenly, the penalty barrage changed and the Sting took two penalties with just over 2 minutes left in the game and clinging to a one goal lead.
The Storm came out strong on the power play and Keelan Edwards on a deflection of a Jassi Sangha shot, scored the equalizer goal with 57 seconds on the clock. With only 12 seconds remaining in the game it looked like overtime but the Storm had other ideas as Jassi Sangha fed the puck to Justin Giroux who found Ryan Bullock in the open, Bullock wired a shot that the Sting goalie had no chance on for the game winner.
Both Sting coach Rich Kromm and Storm coach Bryant Perrier could hardly believe the unlikely turn of events but the crowd of over 500 erupted when the puck sailed past the Summerland goalie for the win. Austin Goode with a three goal performance and was named the games first star.
The victory was huge for the Storm who move 3 points ahead of Summerland in the tough Okanagan Shuswap Division, but more importantly showed the character of the team, as they overcame some adversity to put the win on the board.
Other notable performances from the Storm included team leading scorer Sangha and Lundy Trenaman who both had 3 points on the night. The Storm were slow out of the gate but a special mention needs to made of a solid check by 16 year old Todd Kennedy early in the second period. With the Storm having been badly outchanced in the first period, Kennedy on an aggressive forecheck nailed one of the Sting players with an excellent hit. Unfortunately the stick got a little high and the ref, ejected Kennedy for a high hit. While it was a good call by the ref, the intensity of Kennedy helped to spark the Storm.
Next Storm action is Friday night in Kamloops as the Princeton Posse come to town. Princeton beat the Storm 2-1 in the last meeting so the Storm will be looking for revenge. Game time is 7:30pm. Then it is off to Revelstoke on Saturday, before returning home on Sunday for a 2 o’clock start time.
post contributed by Barry Dewar
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Send them to... kamloopsstormwriter@yahoo.ca
The Storm met the Summerland Sting for a big first place game in the KIJHL Okanagan Shuswap Division and ended up winning the game 7-6. Both teams had a tough game the night before, but the Sting were hungry and have been on a losing skid for the past few weeks and wanted to show that they are a force in Division. (Kamloops lost 2-1OT to Sicamous and Summerland lost 4-1 to the Beaver Valley Nighthawks).
Summerland jumped out to a quick two goal lead. The Storm were able to get one back before the teams traded goals to end the first period 3-2. Storm goalie Anthony Manfredi and Sting goalie Carson Loveday are known for their solid play but both struggled in the first period which ended with the Sting outshooting the Storm 21 to 6.
The Sting got one goal in the second period, but the Storm managed to score 3 times and take a 5-4 lead after two periods.
The Storm got into penalty trouble and it did not look good for the home team. The Storm nearly killed off four straight penalties, however Summerland was able to score one power play goal and another at even strength to take the lead with just over 3 minutes remaining in the game. The Storm penalties which could have allowed the Sting to take a commanding lead, but the defense was solid. Scott Gardner in particular, had an exceptional game killing penalties as did the whole team and gave them a breath of life. Suddenly, the penalty barrage changed and the Sting took two penalties with just over 2 minutes left in the game and clinging to a one goal lead.
The Storm came out strong on the power play and Keelan Edwards on a deflection of a Jassi Sangha shot, scored the equalizer goal with 57 seconds on the clock. With only 12 seconds remaining in the game it looked like overtime but the Storm had other ideas as Jassi Sangha fed the puck to Justin Giroux who found Ryan Bullock in the open, Bullock wired a shot that the Sting goalie had no chance on for the game winner.
Both Sting coach Rich Kromm and Storm coach Bryant Perrier could hardly believe the unlikely turn of events but the crowd of over 500 erupted when the puck sailed past the Summerland goalie for the win. Austin Goode with a three goal performance and was named the games first star.
The victory was huge for the Storm who move 3 points ahead of Summerland in the tough Okanagan Shuswap Division, but more importantly showed the character of the team, as they overcame some adversity to put the win on the board.
Other notable performances from the Storm included team leading scorer Sangha and Lundy Trenaman who both had 3 points on the night. The Storm were slow out of the gate but a special mention needs to made of a solid check by 16 year old Todd Kennedy early in the second period. With the Storm having been badly outchanced in the first period, Kennedy on an aggressive forecheck nailed one of the Sting players with an excellent hit. Unfortunately the stick got a little high and the ref, ejected Kennedy for a high hit. While it was a good call by the ref, the intensity of Kennedy helped to spark the Storm.
Next Storm action is Friday night in Kamloops as the Princeton Posse come to town. Princeton beat the Storm 2-1 in the last meeting so the Storm will be looking for revenge. Game time is 7:30pm. Then it is off to Revelstoke on Saturday, before returning home on Sunday for a 2 o’clock start time.
post contributed by Barry Dewar
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2006-11-07
3 Players Taste the Upside
Manfredi, Goode and Collins get temporary BCHL call-ups.
Wow. Since our last blog entry and survey regarding who would finish the season in the BCHL or AJHL the team has seen some movement action. Thanks to all the participants, there were 92 responses (see results below this post). And make sure that you help us out with our new one.
As reported on Oct 27, Anthony Manfredi was called to play for the Westside Warriors of the BCHL. He was returned to the Storm Oct 30. The team went 2-0 without him when they travelled to Kimberley and Creston and newcomer Bobby Derkson was asked to take on the #1 role. Manfredi was back between the pipes for the Storm this past weekend posting a 2-1 OT loss to Sicamous and a thrilling 7-6 victory over the Summerland Sting (aka - Okanagan Hockey Academy).
This past weekend Austin Goode had the opportunity to play with the Merritt Centennials on Friday night. Reports were that Austin played well but didn't have any points. The increased tempo that he experienced was more than enough to send him on a tear against Summerland on Saturday as he scored the first 3 goals for Kamloops in their 7-6 good old fashioned shootout win and had numerous opportunities to add to that total.
Anthony Collins was called up for Saturday's game with the Merritt Centennials and other than reading the box scores and that he is back in Kamloops, we haven't heard how he played. We're sure he represented himself well. Anthony has been a steady performer this year. His size and determination will help him move to the next level.
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Here are the results of our 1st Survey
As a development league, the KIJHL is a feeder to the BCHL and AJHL. Who do you think is the most likely player to finish the regular season in the BCHL or AJHL?
Jassi Sanga 18% 17
Jake Young 5% 5
Anthony Manfredi 22% 20
Trevor Torbolm 1% 1
Darren Mann 14% 13
Austin Goode 7% 6
Kody Kightly 5% 5
Lundy Treneman 5% 5
other 1% 1
Other? Enter here... 21% 19
Total: 92 responses
Wow. Since our last blog entry and survey regarding who would finish the season in the BCHL or AJHL the team has seen some movement action. Thanks to all the participants, there were 92 responses (see results below this post). And make sure that you help us out with our new one.
As reported on Oct 27, Anthony Manfredi was called to play for the Westside Warriors of the BCHL. He was returned to the Storm Oct 30. The team went 2-0 without him when they travelled to Kimberley and Creston and newcomer Bobby Derkson was asked to take on the #1 role. Manfredi was back between the pipes for the Storm this past weekend posting a 2-1 OT loss to Sicamous and a thrilling 7-6 victory over the Summerland Sting (aka - Okanagan Hockey Academy).
This past weekend Austin Goode had the opportunity to play with the Merritt Centennials on Friday night. Reports were that Austin played well but didn't have any points. The increased tempo that he experienced was more than enough to send him on a tear against Summerland on Saturday as he scored the first 3 goals for Kamloops in their 7-6 good old fashioned shootout win and had numerous opportunities to add to that total.
Anthony Collins was called up for Saturday's game with the Merritt Centennials and other than reading the box scores and that he is back in Kamloops, we haven't heard how he played. We're sure he represented himself well. Anthony has been a steady performer this year. His size and determination will help him move to the next level.
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Here are the results of our 1st Survey
As a development league, the KIJHL is a feeder to the BCHL and AJHL. Who do you think is the most likely player to finish the regular season in the BCHL or AJHL?
Jassi Sanga 18% 17
Jake Young 5% 5
Anthony Manfredi 22% 20
Trevor Torbolm 1% 1
Darren Mann 14% 13
Austin Goode 7% 6
Kody Kightly 5% 5
Lundy Treneman 5% 5
other 1% 1
Other? Enter here... 21% 19
Total: 92 responses
2006-10-27
Storm heads into Weekend without star goaltender
Manfredi recalled to BCHL.
We knew it would be a matter of when rather than a matter of if.
Anthony Manfredi, the standout goaltender for the Kamloops Storm has been recalled by the Westside Warriors of the BCHL. Just turning 17, Manfredi has shown a consistent level of play that deserves a promotion.
With glittering statistics (6-3 record, 2.82GAA and 0.920 save %) Manfredi has carried the load and has been a huge part of the recent success of the Kamloops Storm. He was unbeaten at home.
Recently aquired Bobby Derksen, (0-1), from the Swan Valley Stampeders of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League, will now have to carry the load until the Storm (who released Cory Adkin of Kamloops recently) can find a suitable partner for him. We'll find out at game time who will be backing him up tonight in Kimberly.
We knew it would be a matter of when rather than a matter of if.
Anthony Manfredi, the standout goaltender for the Kamloops Storm has been recalled by the Westside Warriors of the BCHL. Just turning 17, Manfredi has shown a consistent level of play that deserves a promotion.
With glittering statistics (6-3 record, 2.82GAA and 0.920 save %) Manfredi has carried the load and has been a huge part of the recent success of the Kamloops Storm. He was unbeaten at home.
Recently aquired Bobby Derksen, (0-1), from the Swan Valley Stampeders of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League, will now have to carry the load until the Storm (who released Cory Adkin of Kamloops recently) can find a suitable partner for him. We'll find out at game time who will be backing him up tonight in Kimberly.
The Kamloops Storm have struggled on the road so far this year with only 2 wins in 9 games and after Kimberley, face Creston in their barn this weekend. Bobby Derkson has a big task ahead of him. Let's hope he and the team are up for the task.
Good Luck to Anthony Manfredi. You will be missed. We wish you well.
2006-10-25
Storm Blows by Grizzlies
Late Power Play Goal by Bullock caps Come-from-Behind Win
With the enforcement of the new rules this year, 5 on 3 situations appear to be the norm in the KIJHL. Kamloops was able to take advantage of questionable judgement from the Revelstoke bench to eek out a 3-2 come from behind win.
With Vincein Scott off for holding late in the 3rd, the Revelstoke bench took too long to send out their penalty killers, referee Rob Switzer lost his patience and slapped an additional 2 minutes on the board as a bench minor. The error was critical.
It left the Grizzilies 2 men short for the 2nd time in the period and it proved costly as Ryan Bullock finished off an nice passing play to beat Revelstoke goaltender Jordan Barry to take a permanent 3-2 lead.
It was the fifth time in the game that Revelstoke played with a 2 man disadvantage. It's not hard to do. Once a team is put in a short handed situation it appears quite easy to pick up a 2nd or even a 3rd penalty. And the referees a quite willing to call them. Kamloops also played 2 men short twice during the game.
Austin Goode, returning to the line-up after being a healthy scratch against Summerland, showed that he wanted to remain in the line-up by scoring the Storms first two goals, one on a power play and the game tying goal was completed 5 on 5 in the third period.
Revelstoke Jordan Barry was sensational stopping 42 of 45 shots while his counterpart at the other end, Storm puckstopper Anthony Manfredi was equally efficient this night allowing 2 goals on 33 shots.
The Storm is on the road this weekend in Creston and Kimberly and you should be able pick up the games on the KIJHL site, hosted by the home teams. Make sure you check the site ahead of time to see if there will be a broadcast.
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Galbraith and Storm Breathe Sigh of Relief
Jamie Galbraith can breathe again and thats good news for him and the Storm.
He was back on the practice ice Tuesday, skating for the first time in over a week.
Galbraith had some testing done on Sunday regarding the fluid found around his heart that caused strong palpalations, shortness of breath and chest pains.
It appears that the swelling has subsided and Jamie feels much better. He will resume practicing for the rest of the week and is expected to be back in the line-up for the next home game against Sicamous.
We look forward to seeing him back.
2006-10-24
Broadcast Survey - Need Your Help
In order for us to give you better service, we need to know how well you are receiving the broadcasts. We know that there have been a number of technological challenges and we would like to solve them with your help.
Here are a couple of quick survey questions to the fans who listen to the broadcasts(either home or away broadcasts), that would aid us in understanding how our feed program is being received.
Your feedback is appreciated. Just click the "Instant Survey" buttons and give us your answers. Feel free to add your thoughts through the comments button at the bottom of this posting. Please be brief and stick to the subject.
Thanks from the Kamloops Storm.
Instant Survey: When the team is on the road and we are able to get to the game, the broadcast is usually limited to guest spots on the broadcast. We need to know if you are getting them. Which guest appearance DID NOT come through as intended?
Instant Survey: We want to get better at delivering broadcast content to you. What would you like to hear more of between periods on the Storm HOME broadcasts?
Here are a couple of quick survey questions to the fans who listen to the broadcasts(either home or away broadcasts), that would aid us in understanding how our feed program is being received.
Your feedback is appreciated. Just click the "Instant Survey" buttons and give us your answers. Feel free to add your thoughts through the comments button at the bottom of this posting. Please be brief and stick to the subject.
Thanks from the Kamloops Storm.
Instant Survey: When the team is on the road and we are able to get to the game, the broadcast is usually limited to guest spots on the broadcast. We need to know if you are getting them. Which guest appearance DID NOT come through as intended?
Instant Survey: We want to get better at delivering broadcast content to you. What would you like to hear more of between periods on the Storm HOME broadcasts?
2006-10-23
Gutsy Performance Scores Win on the Road
Storm takes Sting out of Summerland in Division Showdown!
A confident Okanagan Shuswap division leading Summerland Sting hosted a desparate Kamloops Storm on Saturday night and in the end, desparation won out.
After losing 3 of its last 4 games (all on the road), including a disappointing 2-1 loss to division cellar-dwellers, Princeton, the night started off like the same old-same old. Although Kamloops played well during the first half of the first period, going stride for stride with Summerland. But after going 0-2 on the powerplay, Summerland cranked it up a notch and scored a power-play goal of their own and added another even strength goal just before the end of the period.
The second period saw Summerland control the play. Just after the 10 minute mark Kamloops had an opportunity in the Summerland zone but seemed to squander the chance when Summerland gained control and started out of the zone. As quick as you could blink an eye, a backchecking Lundy Trenamen and improving defenseman, David Osborne created a turnover. Ryan Bullock, who was deep on the original play was left standing by his lonesome in front of the net. The puck came quickly to him and he shot the puck literally through a startled Summerland goaltender, Hans Roshkosh. The Sting scored again before the end of the period but Kamloops appeared to be showing some inspiration.
The third period was the best period of hockey that the Storm has had all season. And led by the vets. Summerland was beginning to lose it's composure. They started off by taking 3 straight penalties and the Storm took advantage of 1 of them. Jassi Sangha, playing his best game on the road, popped one in from the front of the net.
Then, playing 5 on 5, the Storm's checking line of Martens, Edwards and Kirkam created a turnover in the Summerland zone and Martens buried a nice feed from Kirkham to tie the score.
Kamloops had the momentum and on a power-play around the 15:oo minute mark. Jassi Sangha picked up a loose puck in the Summerland zone and took a shot that Roshkosh kicked straight out to a waiting Ryan Bullock who potted his second goal of the game. Less than 5 minutes to go and the Storm had turned into a hurricane.
But not so fast...
With player-coach Justin Giroux in the sin bin for obstruction-holding, Summerland captain Mike Keller scored from the slot to tie the game at 17:06.
Was overtime in the cards tonight? NOooooo.
Enter the big ticket line of Sangha, Bullock and Young. Determined not to let this one get away, the trio controlled the puck over the Summerland blueline and by completing a beautiful tic-tac-toe play, Jake Young buried the winner with 1:40 remaining in the period. Summerland pulled their goaltender to no avail as a solid Anthony Manfredi shut the door to preserve the win.
In the end, it was as much Summerland's lack of discipline that turned the tide as they took 12-3rd period penalties to Kamloops 6. They looked tired as Kamloops top end speed finally tired a usually disciplined Sting team, forcing them into new-age penalties.
It was just the win they needed. In the right place, at the right time and by the players that needed show that they were the right guys. Good on them.
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Side notes:
Assistant coach Justin Giroux came out of retirement and suited up for the Storm this weekend. He was a big presense in Princeton, Friday night while getting 2 misconducts, including a game ejection for hitting from behind.
On Saturday night Giroux settled down on the misconducts and played a solid game showing grit and strength on the blueline and accurate passing to moving forwards on the offensive breakout, something the team really needed to aid their offensive talent.
A confident Okanagan Shuswap division leading Summerland Sting hosted a desparate Kamloops Storm on Saturday night and in the end, desparation won out.
After losing 3 of its last 4 games (all on the road), including a disappointing 2-1 loss to division cellar-dwellers, Princeton, the night started off like the same old-same old. Although Kamloops played well during the first half of the first period, going stride for stride with Summerland. But after going 0-2 on the powerplay, Summerland cranked it up a notch and scored a power-play goal of their own and added another even strength goal just before the end of the period.
The second period saw Summerland control the play. Just after the 10 minute mark Kamloops had an opportunity in the Summerland zone but seemed to squander the chance when Summerland gained control and started out of the zone. As quick as you could blink an eye, a backchecking Lundy Trenamen and improving defenseman, David Osborne created a turnover. Ryan Bullock, who was deep on the original play was left standing by his lonesome in front of the net. The puck came quickly to him and he shot the puck literally through a startled Summerland goaltender, Hans Roshkosh. The Sting scored again before the end of the period but Kamloops appeared to be showing some inspiration.
The third period was the best period of hockey that the Storm has had all season. And led by the vets. Summerland was beginning to lose it's composure. They started off by taking 3 straight penalties and the Storm took advantage of 1 of them. Jassi Sangha, playing his best game on the road, popped one in from the front of the net.
Then, playing 5 on 5, the Storm's checking line of Martens, Edwards and Kirkam created a turnover in the Summerland zone and Martens buried a nice feed from Kirkham to tie the score.
Kamloops had the momentum and on a power-play around the 15:oo minute mark. Jassi Sangha picked up a loose puck in the Summerland zone and took a shot that Roshkosh kicked straight out to a waiting Ryan Bullock who potted his second goal of the game. Less than 5 minutes to go and the Storm had turned into a hurricane.
But not so fast...
With player-coach Justin Giroux in the sin bin for obstruction-holding, Summerland captain Mike Keller scored from the slot to tie the game at 17:06.
Was overtime in the cards tonight? NOooooo.
Enter the big ticket line of Sangha, Bullock and Young. Determined not to let this one get away, the trio controlled the puck over the Summerland blueline and by completing a beautiful tic-tac-toe play, Jake Young buried the winner with 1:40 remaining in the period. Summerland pulled their goaltender to no avail as a solid Anthony Manfredi shut the door to preserve the win.
In the end, it was as much Summerland's lack of discipline that turned the tide as they took 12-3rd period penalties to Kamloops 6. They looked tired as Kamloops top end speed finally tired a usually disciplined Sting team, forcing them into new-age penalties.
It was just the win they needed. In the right place, at the right time and by the players that needed show that they were the right guys. Good on them.
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Side notes:
Assistant coach Justin Giroux came out of retirement and suited up for the Storm this weekend. He was a big presense in Princeton, Friday night while getting 2 misconducts, including a game ejection for hitting from behind.
On Saturday night Giroux settled down on the misconducts and played a solid game showing grit and strength on the blueline and accurate passing to moving forwards on the offensive breakout, something the team really needed to aid their offensive talent.
Rare Condition sidelines Galbraith
...Missed entire weekend
Utility forward/defenseman Jamie Galbraith was notably missing from the lineup this pass weekend. And it certainly wasn't because of poor play or lack of effort.
The popular and versitile player from Kamloops had been going through a routine practice sessions recently experiencing shortness of breath, pains in his chest and a racing heart. As his family was experiencing the sudden loss of his grandmother and as most hockey players are conditioned to play with some pain, Jamie kept to himself.
Needless to say there was reason for concern.
Finally, last weekend he spoke to his mother about the condition and she immediately took him to the emergency clinic and from there he was directed to the hospital where he found that there was a sac of fluid from his lung that was growing around his heart. He believes the doctor called it "paracardial effussion". And it could be serious.
At this point he has been left to treat the condition with rest. As of this writing, he is waiting for the results of a new x-ray/mri to see if the condition is subsiding. Hopefully so, because the other 2 options are a little more complicated. The good thing is that he is feeling better but is still short of breath. As always this good natured young man is optimistic that the rest will heal him in time.
No hurry Jamie. Most important , get better. We look forward to your return.
For more information on the subject you can search:
"fluid around the heart"
"paracardial effusion"
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Utility forward/defenseman Jamie Galbraith was notably missing from the lineup this pass weekend. And it certainly wasn't because of poor play or lack of effort.
The popular and versitile player from Kamloops had been going through a routine practice sessions recently experiencing shortness of breath, pains in his chest and a racing heart. As his family was experiencing the sudden loss of his grandmother and as most hockey players are conditioned to play with some pain, Jamie kept to himself.
Needless to say there was reason for concern.
Finally, last weekend he spoke to his mother about the condition and she immediately took him to the emergency clinic and from there he was directed to the hospital where he found that there was a sac of fluid from his lung that was growing around his heart. He believes the doctor called it "paracardial effussion". And it could be serious.
At this point he has been left to treat the condition with rest. As of this writing, he is waiting for the results of a new x-ray/mri to see if the condition is subsiding. Hopefully so, because the other 2 options are a little more complicated. The good thing is that he is feeling better but is still short of breath. As always this good natured young man is optimistic that the rest will heal him in time.
No hurry Jamie. Most important , get better. We look forward to your return.
For more information on the subject you can search:
"fluid around the heart"
"paracardial effusion"
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2006-10-17
Poor Road Record spurs Question?
Who are our team leaders?
Storm Coach Bryant Perrier
"Fish or cut bait"... that's the old saying that appears to apply to some of the more senior players on the Kamloops Storm when it comes to leadership and commitment. In 7 road games so far they have eeked out a measely 3 points.
"We just don't have anyone other than Jake (Young) who is willing to carry the ball and he can't do it by himself" a frustrated coach Perrier said after the first 2 losses of the 3 game road swing through the Kootenay's this past weekend.
"Some of these guys have got to step up to the plate and show the young guys some leadership, I mean what kind of example are they setting?"
Perhaps some of his message got through in time for the Golden game when Ryan Bulloch and Jassi Sanga pulled the trigger to jump-start the team to a solid 4-2 win. There are 5 players on the team that are 19 or 20 years old and who pretty much know that this is the level that they will end their competitive careers. However, if they have chosen to play they have also chosen to commit to their teamates. Treating road trips on the bus like a poker party on wheels gives the wrong message to the younger kids who still want to make it to the next level.
On the ice, one area of concern is the lack of communication during play.
"They just don't seem communicate with each other yet... we've even tried team building sessions regarding communication... it's something we need to keep working on" commented Perrier.
I know it's something that the coaches and ownership will be keeping an eye on as the Storm have another 4 road games before the end of the month.
written by Dave Ouellette, Internet Broadcaster for the Kamloops Storm
2006-10-16
Tough Weekend for 2 Points
Busted in Fernie - Polished in Golden
After a road weary performance on Friday night the Storm moved further down to road to Fernie, where the Ghostbusters were fresh off of a rare 2-1 defeat to the Creston Valley Thundercats. It had all the makings of a barnburner but with the enthusiasm that the Storm brought early in the game the only thing that was on fire was the Ghostbusters.
Led by league leading point getter, Martin Croteau, Fernie jumped to a 2-0 first period lead and never looked in doubt the rest of the way as they cruised to a 4-1 win over the Storm on Saturday. They out-skated and out worked a Storm team that showed little discipline in racking up 7 first period penalties and only giving up one power play marker. In all, Fernie scored 3 power play markers and Kamloops scored one.
Coach Perrier had a number of issues to address after two straight road losses and may have made some headway in a team meeting Sunday morning before heading to Golden.
When the Storm hit the ice in Golden they looked like a different team. There were some lines shuffled and a sense of urgency in their pace. In the first period the teams played pretty much even with lots of energy. In the 2nd period the Storm outskated, out-hustled, out-mustled and out disciplined Golden building an commanding 3-0 lead. The Storm seemed to be on their way to a solid victory.
Then something happened in the 3rd period to change the momentum. Kamloops began to have discipline challenges that left them short-handed to a rejuvenated Golden Jets team who came out banging and crashing in the 3rd period. With 3:36 remaining in the game, Mac Thiessen scored the Jets 2nd power play goals of the period with a howzer of a shot over the headed of a dipping Anthony Manfredi and nicely tucked under the crossbar.
The Jets continued with the sustained pressure and pulled their goaltender. Kamloops got lucky and got the puck into the Jets zone and scored and empty netter with 29 seconds remaining.
It's 2 points that the Storm needed. They have struggled on the road and this was their first road-win of the season.
My weekend 3 stars: Anthony Manfredi, Anthony Collins and Ryan Bullock.
2006-10-14
Storm off to Rockie Start
Long day on the road steals their legs!
The Kamloops Storm hit the road for the first time in 4 weeks and it started out rocky. After an 8hr bus ride to the East Kootenays, the Storm hit the ice against the Columbia Valley Rockies in Invermere. Although it was a beautiful day to travel, coach Perrier must have wondered why he just didn't keep on going.
By the mid point of the first period, Kamloops witnessed it's own storm... and it wasn't pretty. Back-up goaltender Bobby Derkson got his first start of the season and was greeted with an offensive barrage from the Rockies, led by fire-cracker Cody Steele. Steele was in on 3 of the first 4 Rockies goals and ended up with 3 assists, one goal and first star honours. Derkson on the other hand got the mercy hook after the third goal, a short-handed tally by Chad Wloderek.
The Storm looked sluggish most of the evening, making defensive mistakes caused by intense forechecking pressure by the Rockies. League leading goal scorer Brett Bjorkman was a dominant presense all night. Although he ended up with only one assist, Bjorkman carried the puck well and positioned himself all evening so to draw attention from the Storm defenders and opening up the ice for his smurf linesmates, Steele and Justin Brown.
Kamloops did have a couple of bright spots.
Anthony Manfredi did a commendible job between the pipes after replacing Derkson.
Anthony Collins came to play, scoring 2 goals.
Ryan Bullock struggled with his shooting hands but came up big by using them for another important purpose, KO ing Rockie tough guy, Joey McEwen, who took liberty of laying out Bullock with a vicious crosscheck earlier in the game. Bullock took a little longer this night, having to land 2 punches instead of one.
Kamloops ended up outshooting the Rockies 38 - 33. Rockies goaltenter Carson Loveday looked solid but the Storm made him look good but throwing shot after shot into his belly and pads.
Let hope for a better team effort against the league leading Fernie Ghostbusters on Sat. night.
The Kamloops Storm hit the road for the first time in 4 weeks and it started out rocky. After an 8hr bus ride to the East Kootenays, the Storm hit the ice against the Columbia Valley Rockies in Invermere. Although it was a beautiful day to travel, coach Perrier must have wondered why he just didn't keep on going.
By the mid point of the first period, Kamloops witnessed it's own storm... and it wasn't pretty. Back-up goaltender Bobby Derkson got his first start of the season and was greeted with an offensive barrage from the Rockies, led by fire-cracker Cody Steele. Steele was in on 3 of the first 4 Rockies goals and ended up with 3 assists, one goal and first star honours. Derkson on the other hand got the mercy hook after the third goal, a short-handed tally by Chad Wloderek.
The Storm looked sluggish most of the evening, making defensive mistakes caused by intense forechecking pressure by the Rockies. League leading goal scorer Brett Bjorkman was a dominant presense all night. Although he ended up with only one assist, Bjorkman carried the puck well and positioned himself all evening so to draw attention from the Storm defenders and opening up the ice for his smurf linesmates, Steele and Justin Brown.
Kamloops did have a couple of bright spots.
Anthony Manfredi did a commendible job between the pipes after replacing Derkson.
Anthony Collins came to play, scoring 2 goals.
Ryan Bullock struggled with his shooting hands but came up big by using them for another important purpose, KO ing Rockie tough guy, Joey McEwen, who took liberty of laying out Bullock with a vicious crosscheck earlier in the game. Bullock took a little longer this night, having to land 2 punches instead of one.
Kamloops ended up outshooting the Rockies 38 - 33. Rockies goaltenter Carson Loveday looked solid but the Storm made him look good but throwing shot after shot into his belly and pads.
Let hope for a better team effort against the league leading Fernie Ghostbusters on Sat. night.
2006-10-09
Austin is GOODE!
Rookie sensation Austin Goode showed why he will be a force to be reckoned with in the KIJHL. This past weekend Goode doubled his season point production with a goal on Friday night against Columbia Valley and exploded into the top 20 point getters in the league with a 6 point extravaganza against Summerland in a lopsided Kamloops Storm10-5 victory on Saturday.
Goode had a 3 goal - 3 assists performance giving him 14 points on the season. He joins teamates Jassi Sanga (22pts) and captain Jacob Young (18pts) in the league's top 20 point getters. His 7 goals places him 2nd on the team in goals behind Young.
Austin seems to have a nose around the net, consistently finding rebounds and loose pucks and burying them with catlike quickness. This soon-to-be 17 year old Kamloops native is starting to make a big impact. Playing on a line with Lundy Trenaman and Anthony Collins, Goode and his partners are taking some of the heat off of the first line of Sanga, Young, and Scott Gardner. As opposition teams key in on Sanga's line with their best checkers, the Goode line is free to wheel.
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A Gordie Howe Weekend!
Ryan Bullock established himself as one of the premier tough guys in the league. Blessed with a gifted set of hands, Bullock not only is starting to find the net but also set the standard by KO'ing Columbia Valley's Calvin Bohdan with one swat in Friday night's game. Bullock came back on Saturday and contributed with a goal and an assist, doubling his output for the season to 3 goals and 1 assist in 4 games.
Goode had a 3 goal - 3 assists performance giving him 14 points on the season. He joins teamates Jassi Sanga (22pts) and captain Jacob Young (18pts) in the league's top 20 point getters. His 7 goals places him 2nd on the team in goals behind Young.
Austin seems to have a nose around the net, consistently finding rebounds and loose pucks and burying them with catlike quickness. This soon-to-be 17 year old Kamloops native is starting to make a big impact. Playing on a line with Lundy Trenaman and Anthony Collins, Goode and his partners are taking some of the heat off of the first line of Sanga, Young, and Scott Gardner. As opposition teams key in on Sanga's line with their best checkers, the Goode line is free to wheel.
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A Gordie Howe Weekend!
Ryan Bullock established himself as one of the premier tough guys in the league. Blessed with a gifted set of hands, Bullock not only is starting to find the net but also set the standard by KO'ing Columbia Valley's Calvin Bohdan with one swat in Friday night's game. Bullock came back on Saturday and contributed with a goal and an assist, doubling his output for the season to 3 goals and 1 assist in 4 games.
2006-09-25
Sept 22/23
New Recruits raise level of play and
help earn 3 of 4 points on the weekend
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It's early in the season and the revolving door in the KIJHL is at full speed including the Kamloops Storm. With a dismal 1-4 record and a 6.40 goals against average coming into the weekend the Storm needed to bolster it's backend.
And bolster it did! With Junior A clubs paring down the door is open for much needed help.
Bring on Cody Kightley (D - Merritt), David Osborne (D - Williams Lk) and Anthony Manfredi (G - Westside).
Result
- 1 overtime loss allowing only 2 goals + 1 win allowing only 2 goals.
Manfredi was a star in both games showing his quickness and discipline.
Not only were goals against down but the newest recruits played a big part in bolstering the offense.
Osborne had a goal on Friday night against Sicamous with Kightley picking up an assist.
In the 5-2 victory at home against Princeton, Kightley was a personal wrecking crew setting up 3 goals from the point and made numerous charges to the net to create offensive chances.
Both of these D-men saw plenty of powerplay and penalty kill time.
In addition to his quickness and discipline Manfredi impressed this cowboy with his ability to steer the puck out of harms ways and showed the willingness to handle the puck and start the offensive plays from behind his own net with authority.
Hopefully coach Perrier can build on this success. Perhaps the offense can perform more aggressively knowing that they can depend on their defensive brothers.
Next games:
Friday Sept 29 - Home - 7:30pm - Golden
Sat Sept 30 - Home -7:30pm - Sicamous (the rematch!)
written by D J Ouellette, internet broadcaster, Kamloops Storm Hockey.
Feel free to comment on the games/broadcast or just your opinion.
Your comments will be will be posted after being reviewed for appropriate content.
help earn 3 of 4 points on the weekend
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It's early in the season and the revolving door in the KIJHL is at full speed including the Kamloops Storm. With a dismal 1-4 record and a 6.40 goals against average coming into the weekend the Storm needed to bolster it's backend.
And bolster it did! With Junior A clubs paring down the door is open for much needed help.
Bring on Cody Kightley (D - Merritt), David Osborne (D - Williams Lk) and Anthony Manfredi (G - Westside).
Result
- 1 overtime loss allowing only 2 goals + 1 win allowing only 2 goals.
Manfredi was a star in both games showing his quickness and discipline.
Not only were goals against down but the newest recruits played a big part in bolstering the offense.
Osborne had a goal on Friday night against Sicamous with Kightley picking up an assist.
In the 5-2 victory at home against Princeton, Kightley was a personal wrecking crew setting up 3 goals from the point and made numerous charges to the net to create offensive chances.
Both of these D-men saw plenty of powerplay and penalty kill time.
In addition to his quickness and discipline Manfredi impressed this cowboy with his ability to steer the puck out of harms ways and showed the willingness to handle the puck and start the offensive plays from behind his own net with authority.
Hopefully coach Perrier can build on this success. Perhaps the offense can perform more aggressively knowing that they can depend on their defensive brothers.
Next games:
Friday Sept 29 - Home - 7:30pm - Golden
Sat Sept 30 - Home -7:30pm - Sicamous (the rematch!)
written by D J Ouellette, internet broadcaster, Kamloops Storm Hockey.
Feel free to comment on the games/broadcast or just your opinion.
Your comments will be will be posted after being reviewed for appropriate content.
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