NCHL 2012/13 (Game #15) 1 Goal

Sunday Dec 23rd, @ 10:30, Terwillegar Arena Garbage Goals vs. Apple 3.14 (W 3-1) My goal was from a pass from Matt M behind the net to me tape to tape and I put it five hole. First star to Nick D 1G & 1A. Second star Dennis P for scoring while his wife and kids were watching and the pressure was on for him to perform. Third star myself. We are now on a seven game winning streak. It just feels like before every game we have a good chance to win, it is a great feeling to have. We have moved into first place alone. Lets hope we roll it over to the new year.





Trying to tip it in or just screen the goalie



going to the corner for the puck, I have a step on the defender.

Back Row left to right. Me, Mike O, Scott C, Dennis P, Matt M, Nick D, Paul R, Gerard M
Front Row left to right. Jenn M, Vince H, Mike (MVP) H, John L, Carl T, Alex L
 

NCHL 2012/13 (Game #14) 2 Goals

Thursday Dec 20th, @ 10:45, Russ Barnes Arena Garbage Goals vs. Rangers (W 2-1) My first goal I was behind the net and passed it out front and it banked off their goalie and in. My second goal was a perfect pass from Scott C from behind the net and I took my time and sniped it in with 39 seconds left in the game. First star is to our goalie Mike H because he was great. Second stars Myself and Scott C 2A, Seth stitches W 1A. Third stars is the entire team for not giving up and playing hard to the end. The Rangers out played and out shot us the first two periods and then we won the third period. The other team has my best friend James S and their sub also my best friend Javan M, so it was such a great time to get to play against my friends, and we won so I was happy with that.

Pre game warm up talking to my teamates on how to win.

I am #77 playing in front of my net as a center men, keeping and eye on #24 blue

 

 

 

Taking a faceoff



NCHL 2012/13 (Game #13) 1 Goal

Wednesday Dec 19th, @ 10:15, Terwillegar Arena Garbage Goals vs. Rangers (W 3-1) My goal was from a pass from Scott C and I shot it and got my own rebound. First star of the game was the entire team as we played a full team game all the forwards were coming back to help, and our defence was solid. Second stars, myself, Kellen S 1G & 1A, Vince H 1G, Third star sub goalie Mike W. The other team has my best friend James S and we managed to keep him and most of their high powered offence off the score sheet.

NCHL 2012/13 (Game #12) 1 Goal 1 Assist

Wednesday Dec 12th, @ 10:45 Kenilworth arena Garbage Goals vs. Revolution 2 (W 4-2) My Goal was the game winner, I won the face off and Tanner J shot it and I got the rebound with my hands still in face off position. My assist was the fourth goal I passed it from behind the net to Jenn M for her first goal. First star to our goalie Mike H as we got out shot and he stood tall. Second stars are myself, I also had three blocked shots, Seth (stitches) W 1G 1A, Third stars are Jenn M 1G, Mark J 1G, Tanner J 1A and great penalty killing and also played one period on defence. The team has some momentum building now.

NCHL 2012/13 (Game #11) 2 Goals

Saturday Dec 8th, @ 10:00, Callingwood Arena Garbage Goals vs. Pylons (W 5-0) My first goal was on a two on one and Tanner J got it over to me and I shot it top shelf. My second goal was I got to the rebound before the goalie covered it up and it just got over the line. The first star goes to our sub goalie with the goose egg. Second star Tanner J with 1G & 2A. Third stars, Myself. Mike O with 2G. Gerard M 2A. Hats off to all the forwards for coming back and helping out the defence.

NCHL 2012/13 (Game #10) 2 Goals 2 Assists

Saturday Dec 1, @ 10:00, Callingwood Arena Garbage Goals vs. Gongshow (W 9-3) My first two assists were passes to Javin M with the goals. My first goal was a shot from behind the net that just barley got over the line. My second goal was a fake pass then I shot it. First stars go to Scott C 3G & 2A. Myself #77, Javan M #16, 2G & 2A and Wendy W 3A. Second stars go to Seth W (playing with stitches) and Rodel (sniper) with a nice goal each. Our whole team was good tonight. It was fun for me having my best friends sub Javan M and James S #55 (minus the blown tire, tripping on the blue line, LOL)

TSN highlights video verson edited by James S (10min)

December 2012 Training

Saturday 29th, Cross country skiing #6 (skate style) for 1hr 30mins @ Strathcona Wilderness Centre, with Hardcore cycling group guys. Kms 11

Sunday 16th, Cross country skiing #5 (skate style) for 1hr @ Goldbar park to Goldstick park. Kms 9

Saturday 15th, Cross country skiing #4 (skate style) for 2hrs 30mins @ Strathcona Wilderness Centre (1hr was a private lesson). Kms 16

Sunday 9th, Cross country skiing #3 (skate style) for 1hr @ Goldbar park. Kms 8

Sunday 2nd, Cross country skiing #2 (skate style) for 1hr @ Goldbar park. Kms 7

NCHL 2012/13 (Game #9) 1 Assist

Thursday Nov 22nd, @ 10:45, Bill Hunter Arena Garbage Goals vs. Apple 3.14 (W 3-1) I got my assist as I caryed the puck over the blue line, passed it to Scott C and he scored. We all had short shifts tonight and we were all rested and energized all shifts. The turning point was with four minutes left in the third period Mike H stopped a break away with the score 2-1. Player of the game is Scott C with the hat trick.

NCHL 2012/13 (Game #8) 1 Assist

Wednesday Nov 7th, @ 10:45, Kinsmen Arena Garbage Goals vs. Dirty Birds (L4-3 S/O) I got the assist when I cut across their zone shot it and missed the net and it bounced off the back boards right to Vince H and he scored his first goal of the season. And so did Dennis P also got his first goal. We had a sub goalie and he played great. We lost in the shoot out, we got a goal from me on a deke fake left go right and then they got two goals to win it, but it felt like a victory as we got one point from an unbeaten team. I will give the first star to the whole team for every player playing their best.

November 2012 Training

Wednesday 28th, Cross country skiing #1 (skate style) for 1hr 30mins @ Goldbar park. Kms 8

Thursday 15th, Hockey practice - game against Rangers with my Garbage Goals NCHL team for 1hr 30mins.

Saturday 10th, Played full equipment pick up ice hockey with Enbridge Oil Kings. 1hr 30mins

Saturday 3rd, Played full equipment pick up ice hockey with Enbridge Oil Kings. 1hr 30mins

NCHL 2012/13 (Game #7)

Wednesday Oct 31st, @ 6:30 Terwillegar arena, Garbage Goals vs. Pylons (W 3-2) I had one good defence play with 45 seconds left in the game the Pylons were on a three on one and I came all the way back to break it up. Our team played better and we earned this win. I will give first star to Jen M who had 1A and a punishing hit. A close second star to Alex L with an end to end goal. Third star Nick D 1G.

NCHL 2012/13 (Game #6) 1 Goal

Saturday Oct 27th, @ 10:00 MillWoods arena, Garbage Goals vs. Gongshow (W 3-2) I scored the goal off a great pass from Tanner J and I got in front of the net. We got off to an un lucky start as they got a goal from a shot from centre ice and it bounced in somehow in the first period. Two minutes later goalie Mike H made up for that with a diving stick save, He was the second star of the game. First star of the game goes to Tanner J who had 1G & 1A. My best friend James S was a sub on defence, way to play.

NCHL 2012/13 (Game #5)

Thursday Oct 18th, @ 10:45, Bill Hunter Arena Garbage Goals vs. Apple 3.14 (L 3-0) I would say it was a fairly even matched game. We had a goal dis-allowed in the first period and then they scored on a point shot and a good amount of traffic screened our goalie, that was the turning point. First star goes to Mike O as he got hit in the face with the puck and still returned to the game after getting cut.

NCHL 2012/13 (Game #4) 2 Goals

Thursday Oct 11th, @ 10:45, Russ Barnes Arena Garbage Goals vs. Rangers (W 2-0) My first goal was a goal mouth scramble and I just managed to get my stick on it. The second goal was we were on a two on one and I received a perfect pass from Eric M and got the puck just inside the far post. I am going to give the player of the game to our goalie Mike H for the reason of getting a shut out, that trumps my two goals. The other team has my best friend James S and their sub also my best friend Javan M, so it was such a great time to get to play against my friends, and we won so I was happy with that.

NCHL 2012/13 (Game #3) 1 Assist

Wednesday Oct 3rd, @ 10:45, Kinsmen Arena Garbage Goals vs. Dirty Birds (L3-1) I got the assist when I did a wrap around and Jen M shot it and then I got it over to Tanner J for the goal. This team was pretty good all their players came back and played team defence well. Our first star was the goalie Mike H, he kept us in the game to keep it close.

October 2012 Training

Thursday 25th, Lane Swimming @ Kinsmen Sports Centre for 45mins, did 1,000 metres. Went to gym for 45mins, worked on legs.

Tuesday 23rd, Lane Swimming @ Kinsmen Sports Centre for 45mins, did 1,000 metres. Went to gym for 45mins, worked on legs. Weight=161

Saturday 20th, Hockey practice with my Garbage Goals NCHL team for 1hr 40mins.

Sunday 7th, MTB ride @ Mill Creek Ravine for 1hr 40mins. Kms 20

NCHL 2012/13 (Game #2) 1 Assist

Thursday Sept 27th, @ 10:45, Bill Hunter Arena Garbage Goals vs. Pylons (L4-2) I got the assist from a dump in to their zone and I got the puck from behind the net wrapped it around the net and was stopped and we scored. Kellen S had 1G &1A, his goal was while we were two players short handed wow that was a great play. We played really good in the third period.

NCHL 2012/13 (Game #1) 2 Goals & 1 Assist

Thursday Sept 20th, @ 10:45, Mill woods Arena Garbage Goals vs. Gongshow. (W 5-1) I scored my first goal on a break away and I shot it up high and then I crashed hard into the boards, My second goal was a break away and I deked the goalie out with my go to move fake left go right but the play was all made because our player dove head first at the red line to intercept the puck and get it to me. My assist was a shot and John L got the rebound and in Garbage Goal fashion right in front of the net. The whole team played hard. It was a great way to spend my 30th birthday. Great games by Paul R with 2 A, and Alex L with 1G & 1A.

2012 Mountain bike XC & Mountain bike XC Marathon Racing Season Recap

Western National Marathon Series MTB XC results out of one race:

1. Provincials @ Hinton AB, Aug 26th, = 18th out of 25 in open men (18 points)

 

I was in the 86th spot out of 248 racers that completed one race.

Alberta and Saskatchewan Cup series MTB XC results out of five races:

1. Coulee Cruiser @ Lethbridge AB, May 13th = 5th out of 6 in Novice (8 points)
2. Blackstrap Biter @ Blackstrap Lake SK, June 24th = 9th out of 21 in Sport (105 points) 
3. Perogy @ Edmonton AB, July 8th = 19th out of 25 in Sport
4. Africa Bike @ Canmore AB, Aug 18th = 9th out of 9 in Sport
5. Provincials @ Hinton AB, Aug 25th = 12th out of 15 in Master A (2 points)

I finished with 8 Alberta Mountain bike cup points in Novice and 2 Alberta Mountain bike cup points in Sport. I was ranked 26th in Novice Men and 41st in Sport Men. I do not get awarded points for the Saskatchewan cup series because I am out of province and I was out of the top eight for a cross over to AB Cup points. (ABA would have to review either way)


This was my third season of racing. It started out with me joining United Cycle Racing team because River Valley Cycle closed the doors before the new year, and that was hard to see. It was an easy decision to join the new team and most of all one person Stew H and I have raced against each other the past two seasons in Novice and had some great battles on the race course, but off the course I developed a good friend ship with him and saw that he was a great person and I wanted to be around that kind of person for racing. I had joined the Lori-Ann Muenzer (2004 Olympic Gold medalist in track cycling and from Edmonton) spin classes for two months and there with me doing them was Stew H. It proved to be a great training advantage for me.

I had a really bad crash the first race of the season in Lethbridge AB when I flipped over the handle bars and landed on my left shoulder, a trip to the Hospital resulted in me being lucky as it was damage to the tendons and nothing was broken. My shoulder was never 100% all season after the crash but it was good enough to race so I was so happy for that. I was 14 points short of upgrading to Sport Men, so I asked Alberta Bicycle Association to be upgraded and I was granted this request as my lap times were of the next level. I was happy with this because when I do all that driving out of town I get an extra lap. I did two Fat Tire Tuesday MTB XC races and did not fair to well in them. I did one Spring Series Road Race and did not do to well. I had my best races in Saskatchewan and Hinton. I volunteered for two Tuesday night Cyclo Cross races and the ABA Lions Den race in Devon all were put on by my club United Cycle . I went a total of 1,358 km's training and racing on the road and trails.

September 2012 Training

Sunday 23rd, MTB ride @ Mill Creek Ravine to Kinsmen for 1hr 30mins. Kms 18

Monday 17th, Hockey practice with my Garbage Goals NCHL team for 1hr 40mins.

Saturday 15th, MTB ride @ Terwillegar for 1hr 20mins. Kms 15

Friday 14th, Went skating @ millenium place for 1 hour.

Provincial Marathon Championships MTB XC Race 2012 @ Hinton (Western National Marathon series) #1

Sunday August 26th, I finished 18th place out of 25 in the full marathon results . It took me 5hrs 20mins and it was five laps long and a total of 53 Kms and it was over 5,500 feet of elevation gain. My average heart rate was 161 and max was 183. There was a time cut off in effect you had to have the first three laps done in 3hrs 30mins and I was there in 3hrs 6mins, I could not believe I had made this time cut. I decided to keep going even though all of my muscles and bones were sore and some minor cramping, but I grinded it out and the best part was when I was coming to the finish line all the racers & volunteers were there cheering me to the line. It was an amazing atmosphere and well worth it to finish as pride for myself and also, I now get to post 18 points in the Western National Marathon series. This was my first ever Marathon and it wont be the last because I am more geared towards them because I am a very slow starter almost like a diesel engine. The race was held at the Hinton Nordic Centre and the temperature was 26 deg C. A huge thanks to Nathan F and free wheel jasper and all the volunteers for putting on the race.

Provincial Championships MTB XC Race 2012 @ Hinton (Alberta Cup) #4

Saturday August 25th, I finished 12th place out of 15 in the Master A category for all racers age 30 to 39 Novice, Sport, Expert results.  I earned 2 Alberta Mountain bike cup points. It took me 2hrs 22mins. It was two long laps and one short lap for a total of 25 Kms. The Elevation gain was 2,769 feet. My average heart rate was 179 and max was 193. I was ahead of my pace last year when I was in Novice and did one less long lap. The course was a bit different and I would say a bit more challenging than the past two years. I defiantly peaked for this race as it was my best race I had all year. The race was held at the Hinton Nordic Centre and the temperature was 22 deg C. A huge thanks to Nathan F and free wheel jasper and all the volunteers for putting on the race.





 My suffer face, pic by Caleb's dad

Africa Bike MTB XC Race 2012 @ Canmore (Alberta Cup) #3

Saturday August 18th, I finished 9th place out of 9 in Sport men results , I was one minute out of 8th place and two minutes out of 7th place. It was 1.5 laps and 18 Kms in total. It took me 1hr 25mins. My Average heart rate was 181 Max was 194. It was 27 deg C. My first half upper lap was 31 mins then I did the lower half lap in 29 mins so I was at 1hr for the first lap when I got my legs and lungs and did the same upper half lap in 25 mins. At that point I had lost too much ground on the bad start to come back. I was happy how I climbed and there was alot and I did pretty good on the down hill technical sections but that's where my time was lost. I had fun. The race was held at the Canmore Nordic Centre. Thanks Shauna T & Trevor C for coming out to cheer me on. Thanks to Boiler Tech, my parents, Bob B for donating your hard earned money to help me raise the pledge minimum of $130 so that we can make a family happy in Africa with a nice bike to ride.

A huge thanks to Melissa F and Kelly M @ africa bike project and all the volunteers for putting on this great first class event. I Helped Crazy Larry and Kelly set up the lower half lap of the course. The BBQ after the race was so good. Having Crazy Larry on the mic was a great time, great job Larry.




Post race With Crazy Lary, Melissa F and Kelly M

August 2012 Training

Monday 27th, MTB ride @ the Hinton mountain bike park for 1hr. It was a recovery ride. Kms 12

Sunday 19th, MTB ride @ the Canmore Nordic Centre for 2hrs. I did parts of various race courses. Kms 22

Friday 17th, MTB ride, did a pre lap of the Africa bike race course @ Canmore Nordic Centre for 2hrs 10mins. Kms 18

Sunday 12th, MTB ride @ Terwillegar for 1hr 5mins. Kms 15

Saturday 11th, MTB ride @ Kinsmen for 1hr 30mins. Did hill repeats. Avg heart rate=154 Max=192. Kms 20

Thursday 9th, MTB ride in Mill Woods ravine for 1hr 35mins, Kms 20

Monday 6th, MTB group ride @ Fort Saskatchewan for 1hr 37mins. Avg heart rate=157 Max=186. Kms 20

Sunday 5th, MTB ride from United Cycle to Sun Ridge Ski Hill for 3hrs 8mins. Avg heart rate=151 Max=196. Kms 50

Saturday 4th, Road ride from Country Side golf course to New Serepta for 2hrs 10mins. Avg heart rate=161 Max=190. Kms 60

Fat Tire MTB XC Race 2012 #2

Tuesday July 10th, @ Sun Ridge ski hill, I finished 5th out of 5 and did the four lap category. It was 10 kms and took me 39 mins. My average heart rate=181 Max=203. I was really tired still from my Perogy Alberta Cup race on Sunday 8th. It was 30 deg C. Thanks to the guys @ Hardcore Bikes & Redbike for putting the race on.

Perogy MTB XC Race 2012 @ SunRidge Ski Hill (Alberta Cup) #2

Sunday July 8th, I finished 19th out of 25 in Sport Men Results It was three laps and 18 km's in total. It took me 1hr 45mins. My Average heart rate was 184 and max was 201. We had the afternoon start time of 1:14pm and the temperature was 32 deg C. On my first lap I was struggling very bad with my body as I felt like I was going to throw up, but I was having a good time and once I got to the feed zone I had my parents and team mate Stew H there to take pics, get me some ice cold water, and most of all give me that support to finish the race as best I could. I was a bit faster over the next two laps, and I was really proud of myself because I road up all the hills and road all the descents. It was a character building race for me to show that I never give up. I want to say a big thanks to my parents for coming out to support me, Kirk H and pedal head for putting on the race & all the volunteers.

Am I done yet LOL, nope two more laps, oh Ya Sport Men my new category.

The perfect hand off of electrolite drink ever, for my last lap

July 2012 Training

Sunday 29th, MTB ride @ Kinsmen park for 1hr 40mins. Did hill repeats. Avg heart rate=151 Max=196. Kms 27

Saturday 28th, Road ride from home to Eagle Rock golf course for 2hrs. Avg heart rate=152 Max=184. Kms 55

Thursday 26th, MTB ride in Mill Woods ravine for 1hr 25mins, Kms 20

Wednesday 25th, Lane Swimming @ Kinsmen Sports Centre for 1hr, did 1,000 metres. Weight=157

Sunday 22nd, MTB ride from Terwillegar to Kinsmen for 2hrs 25mins. Avg heart rate=153 Max=187. Kms 35

Thursday 19th, MTB ride in Mill Woods ravine for 1hr 45mins, Kms 25

Saturday 14th, Road ride from Antler lake to cooking lake for 2hrs 45mins. Avg heart rate=144 Max=182. Kms 75

Thursday 12th, Road ride @ Colchester Hall for 1hr 35mins, Kms 40

Saturday 7th, MTB ride in Mill Woods ravine for 1hr 15mins, Kms 15

Blackstrap Biter MTB XC Race 2012 @ Blackstrap (Saskatchewan Cup) #1

Sunday June 24th, I finished 9th place out of 21 in Sport Men Results It took me 1hr 35mins and was 3 laps for a total of 18 Kms. Lap #1=34mins, Lap #2=32mins Lap #3=29mins. My average heart rate was 184 and max was 201. I earned 105 Saskatchewan cup points but dont get awarded them in the series standings because I am out of province. There was an up hill finish and I was in a sprint and I got in three seconds ahead of 10th place. This race was located @ Blackstrap provincial park, it has Blackstrap lake, a ski hill for down hill and lots of X-Country skiing trails. It is 30mins from my hometown Saskatoon. If you think it is all flat here then you are wrong because this course had lots of longer climbs mixed with tight single track trails and a few wide open double track trails. It was 26 deg c. This was my first race in Sport. A huge thanks to Northern Bush Rastas & Bruce's Cycle Works for putting on a fun bike race, and the BBQ was so good. A big thanks for my uncle and family friend for comming to cheer me on and take some pics.

Hill climb lap #2

Feed zone on lap #3

Ah hydration

Cookies being handed out on hill climb

June 2012 Training

Saturday 30th, MTB ride @ Terwillegar for 2hrs. Average heart rate=149 max=187. Kms 31

Thursday 28th, MTB ride @ SunRidge ski hill with Mud Sweat & Gears for 1hr 30mins did the Perogy course. Average heart rate=149 max=190. Kms 17

Monday 25th, MTB ride in the Saskatoon river valley trails for 1hr 40mins, Kms 18

Thursday 21st, MTB inter club ride with Red Bike and United Cycle @ Kinsmen for 2hrs 30mins. Kms 28

Sunday 17th, MTB ride @ Terwillegar with my parents for 2hrs. Kms 23

Saturday 16th,  MTB ride from Terwillegar to Kinsmen for 3hrs 10mins. Average heart rate =154 Max=193, Kms 46

Thursday 14th, Road ride @ Colchester Hall for 1hr, Average heart rate =151 Max=185, Kms 28

Tuesday 12th, MTB ride in MillWoods for 1hr 30mins, Kms 17

Sunday 10th,  MTB ride from Canmore up the mountain to the gravel road to Spray Lakes for 1hr 30mins. Kms 20 

Sunday 3rd, Road ride @ Colchester Hall for 2hrs 10mins, Average heart rate =140 Max=172, Kms 56

Coulee Cruiser MTB XC Race 2012 In Lethbridge (Alberta Cup) #1

Sunday May 13th, Was my first MTB XC race of the season. I finished 5th place out of 6 racers in Novice Men category http://www.albertabicycle.ab.ca/results. I got 8 Alberta Cup MTB XC points. It was two laps and took me 54 mins and it was 14 kms. My average heart rate=187 max=201. The course was excellent and was alot of climbing and that is my strength. It was 27 deg C. On the first lap very early into the race I lost control on the loose gravel and pressed the front brake too hard and flipped over the handle bars and landed on my left shoulder and I could hardly move my left arm. I then crashed near the finish line on my last lap. Lap #1 took me 30 mins and lap #2 took me 24mins. After the race I went to the Hospital and got an X-Ray and was lucky to have no broken bones. I damaged the tendons in my shoulder. A huge thanks to headwinds and all the volunteers that help to put on the race. Pics taken by Martin P. Happy Mothers day Mom.

Fat Tire MTB XC Race 2012 #1

Tuesday May-8th, @ Sun Ridge ski hill, I finished 15th/16 and did the four lap category. It was 12 kms and took me 46 mins. My average heart rate=186 Max=197. I was clipped in and wiped out seven times. I had fun. Thanks to the guys @ http://www.hardcorebikes.ca/  for putting the race on.




My new team United Cycle

May 2012 Training

Thursday 31st, MTB ride @ Kinsmen park for 1hr 30mins. Did hill repeats. Kms 17

Wednesday 30th, MTB group ride from United Cycle to Mill Creek Ravine for 2hrs. Kms 18

Sunday 27th, MTB ride to Mill Creek Ravine for 2hrs 30mins. Kms 34

Saturday 26th, MTB ride @ Terwillegar for 1hr 31mins. Average heart rate =164 max=200, Kms 24

Thursday 24th, MTB ride @ Kinsmen park for 1hr. Kms 14. This was my first ride on my new Trek Superfly100, 29er I bought @ United Cycle. I like the way it handles on the roots and once you get rolling you defiantly roll. It was pretty good on the hills.

Saturday 19th, went to gym, on the bike for 1 hr @ Lawson Civic Centre in Saskatoon. Current weight = 163 pounds.

Saturday 12th, Did a pre lap of the Coulee Cruiser MTB XC race course in Lethbridge for 45mins. Kms 10 

Wednesday 9th, MTB ride @ Kinsmen park for 1hr 25mins. Kms 18

Sunday 6th, MTB ride @ Sun Ridge ski hill for 1hr 30mins, Average heart rate =168 Max=197, Kms 16

Thursday 3rd, MTB ride @ Kinsmen park for 1hr, I road the Canada Cup course. Kms 18

Tuesday 1st, Road ride @ Colchester Hall for 1hr 1min, Average heart rate =148 Max=176, Kms 27

Spring Series Road Race 2012 #1

Saturday April-28th, @ Cooking Lake. I finished 14th/17. I did the C group 55kms and took me 1hr 52mins, heart rate avg=181 max=199. This was my first time doing a road race. I could not keep up with the group and during the first couple kms when I was in the group I did not feel comfortable and the second turn I was dropped. I road solo.

2011/2012 Alberta Mens Hockey League Season Recap

This was my fourth season in AMHL. I played my second with the Global Devils in division #9/10. I had 24/29 games played 5 goals 8 assists 13 points. 2/2 playoff games and no points. We finished 7th place out of 10 teams. We made the playoffs and lost both games in the first round. It was a good season we had a good start bad middle and a strong run of games at the end to some how claw our way in.

AMHL 2011/12 (Playoff Game #2)

Wednesday Apr 11th, @ 8:30, Clare Drake arena, Global Devils vs. Filthy McNasty's ( L 4-1 ) We fell short tonight, we gave it our all but I would say that in the end the better team won tonight. Logan F had the goal for us. We are eliminated from the playoffs.

AMHL 2011/12 (Playoff Game #1)

Monday Apr 2nd, @ 9:30, Kinsmen Twin arena, Global Devils vs. Filthy McNasty's ( L 6-5 ) We skated hard and played a really good game. We held the lead 5-4 in the third period and with under five minutes left they scored a power play goal to tie it. Seven minutes sudden death four on four, and still tied. Seven shoot out rounds and they took the win. Blair S 2G 1A, Vincent F 1G, Carey K 1G, Ryan O 2A. Dave S great saves.

April 2012 Training

Sunday 29th, MTB ride in MillWoods for 1hr 20mins, kms 20

Wednesday 25th, MTB ride in MillWoods for 1hr 20mins, kms 16

Sunday 15th, Lane Swimming @ Kinsmen Sports Centre for 1hr, did 1,500 metres.

Saturday 14th, Lane Swimming @ Kinsmen Sports Centre for 1hr, did 1,500 metres. Weight=162

Saturday 7th, Lane Swimming @ Lawson Civic Centre in Saskatoon for 1hr, did 1,100 metres.

Wednesday 4th, Road ride @ Colchester Hall for 1hr 25mins, Avg heart rate =142 Max=165, Kms 37

AMHL 2011/12 (Game #24)

Saturday Mar 31st, @ 6:00, Clare Drake arena, Global Devils vs. Chiefs ( W 6-5 ) We blew a three goal lead in the third period, and hung on to keep it tied thanks to great saves by Dave S. We won in the shoot out with goals by Vincent F and Blair S. Vincent F 2G. Bobby D 2A. This was a must win and we made the playoffs.

AMHL 2011/12 (Game # 23)

Tuesday Mar 20th, @ 8:00, Castledowns arena, Global Devils vs. Invaders ( T 2-2 ) We jumped out to a 2-0 lead only to have the Invaders come back to get the tie. There goalie left for the third period and they got a sub goalie. Dave S stopped all three shoot out shots. We got goals from Vincent F & Logan F.

AMHL 2011/12 (Game #22) 1 Assist

Friday Mar 16th, @ 6:30, K of C arena, Global Devils vs. Tommy's Transport ( W 7-2 ) My assist was when I turned it over and got it back to the point. First star Ryan O with two goals including the GWG. Second star Dave S with 46 saves and looked like Cujo back there. Third star Ross B with 2G.

AMHL 2011/12 (Game #21) 1 Assist

Wednesday Mar 7th, @ 10:30, Mill Woods arena, Global Devils vs. Molson Seven's ( L 6-5 S/O ) I stole the puck in the middle of the ice took it hard to the net and Blair G cleaned up the rebound. Blair S had a hat trick, Blair G 2G & 1A. Turning point to get us one point was goalie Todd W with a save on a break away with 2 seconds left.

March 2012 Training

Thursday 29th, Spin # 16 @ (U-C Lori-Ann Muenzer class), 1 hour 30mins, avg heart rate 164 max 181, 30 km's

Tuesday 13th, Spin # 15 @ (U-C Lori-Ann Muenzer class), 1 hour 30mins, avg heart rate 166 max 196, 32 km's

Thursday 8th, Spin # 14 @ (U-C Lori-Ann Muenzer class), 1 hour 30mins, avg heart rate 141 max 165, 25 km's

Tuesday 6th, Spin # 13 @ (U-C Lori-Ann Muenzer class), 1 hour 30mins, avg heart rate 162 max 180, 30 km's

Saturday 3rd, Cross country skiing # 5 (skate style) for 1hr 30mins @ Strathcona Wilderness Centre. Weight=164

Thursday 1st, Spin # 12 @ (U-C Lori-Ann Muenzer class), 1 hour 30mins, avg heart rate 145 max 165, 30 km's

AMHL 2011/12 (Game #20)

Monday Feb 20th, @ 6:45, Argyll arena, Global Devils vs. Nor-Alta Canucks ( W 4-3 ) this was a very evenly matched game. The turning point was a late goal from Ryan O from behind the net late in the third period he also had one assist. Adam M 1G 1A and Blair S had 2G 2A. Dave S was solid in goal.

AMHL 2011/12 (Game #19)

Tuesday Feb 14th, @ 10:15, Canadian Athletic Club arena, Global Devils vs. Peeping Toms ( L 6-2 ) I felt that we were evenly matched and the differnce in the game was they capitalized on their chances. I was stopped on a breakaway. Blair G & Vincent F scored our goals.

AMHL 2011/12 (Game # 18)

Sunday Feb 5, @ 9:00, K of C arena, Global Devils vs. Chiefs ( L 3-2 ) We went down three nothing in the game and tried to claw our way back however could not. Vincent F scored and Blair S had 1G & 1A.

February 2012 Training

Tuesday 21st, Spin # 11 @ (U-C Lori-Ann Muenzer class), 1 hour 30mins, avg heart rate 140 max 161, 27 km's

Saturday 18th, Cross country skiing # 4 (skate style) for 1hr  30mins @ Strathcona Wilderness Centre.

Thursday 16th, Spin # 10 @ (U-C Lori-Ann Muenzer class), 1 hour 24mins, avg heart rate 148 max 189, 37 km's

Sunday 12th, Cross country skiing # 3 (skate style) for 1hr 15mins @ Strathcona Wilderness Centre.

Thursday 9th, Spin # 9 @ (U-C Lori-Ann Muenzer class), 1 hour 20mins, avg heart rate 151 max 181, 35 km's

Tuesday 7th, Spin # 8 @ (U-C Lori-Ann Muenzer class), 1 hour 18mins, avg heart rate 148 max 193, 35 km's

Saturday 4th, Spin # 7 @ (United Cycle class + yoga), 1 hour, avg heart rate 143 max 175, 28 km's

Thursday 2nd, Spin # 6 @ (U-C Lori-Ann Muenzer class), 1 hour, avg heart rate 144 max 171, 30 km's

AMHL 2011/12 (game # 17)

Sunday Jan 22nd, @ 4:30 , K of C arena, Global Devils vs. Invaders ( L 3-2 ) We lost to the second place Invaders in a close fought game. They scored with four minutes left in the third period to take the lead. I feel that the turning point was in the third period I had an open net and the goalie dove back to rob me of a sure goal.

AMHL 2011/12 (Game # 16)

Sunday Jan 15th, @ 11:45am, Argyll arena, Global Devils vs. Tommy's Transport ( W 4-1 ) We played a great game. Phil P had 2A. Both Vincent F & Blair S had 1G 1A. Bobby D had the game winner.
Dave S made big saves when he had to including a stop off a breakaway.

AMHL 2011/12 (Game # 15)

Sunday Jan 8th, @ 11:45am, Argyll arena, Global Devils vs. Molson Seven's ( W 3-2 ) We hung on to this close hockey game. Dave S came up with huge saves. Adam M & Dennis H both with two assists each. Blair S with 1G 2A and Vincent F with two goals.

January 2012 Training

Wednesday 25th, Cross country skiing # 2 (skate style) for 1hr 30mins @ Strathcona Wilderness Centre.

Saturday 21st, Cross country skiing # 1 (skate style) for 1hr 15mins @ Strathcona Wilderness Centre.

Monday 16th, Spin # 5 @ home, 1 hour 10mins, avg heart rate 138 max 166, 33 km's, current weight=167

Thursday 12th, Spin # 4 @ home, 1 hour 5mins, avg heart rate 142 max 173, 29 km's

Tuesday 10th, Spin # 3 @ home, 1 hour 5mins, avg heart rate 139 max 165, 29 km's

Saturday 7th, Hockey @ Crawford Plains outdoor rink for 1 hour with Javin & James.

Wednesday 4th, Spin # 2 @ home, 1 hour, avg heart rate 133 max 166, 23 km's

Monday 2nd,  Spin # 1 @ home, 1 hour, avg heart rate 157 max 180, 24 km's