Wings Bring the Heat in the Dead of Winter

On January 29th, the Wings lit up the Bennett Blazers. While the start of the game started out slow, the Wings quickly gained energy. Scoring first was Michael Wilson early in the first period. Unfortunately the Blazers scored on the Wings soon after. Minutes later, Drew sped down the ice putting the puck in net as well. At the end of the 1st period, the Wings were up 2-1. The Wings were able to hold off the Blazers in the 2nd period with the help of the defense especially Athan Blaine, DJ Hemerka, Ryan Niederkorn, and Isiah Beck. Defensemen DJ Hemerka repeately cut off the opponents heading for our net. Wing, Ryan Niederkorn, gave another point to the Wings as he scored quickly in the second period. Another defensemen, Isiah Beck, scored in the 3rd period with an assist by Jessica Shaw. Everyone played a great game especially Steve Potter, who was so close to having his first goal and played an amazing game all around! Good game everyone!

Not Even Snow Could Stop the Wings

The weather was bad, but the Wings were good on Saturday as they defeated the Vineland Sled Stars 3-0, to get their first win of the New Year. The offense was powered by Michael Wilson and Athan Blaine. Wilson provided two goals and Blaine provided the third. The defense was also ready to play allowing less than ten shots. When the shots did get through the defense, the trio of goalies were there to protect the net and earn the shutout. Although everyone played well my player of the game is Robert. He constantly hustled back to help the defense and was always near the puck. However, what was most impressive is that he was fearless against Vineland's bigger players. Way to go Robert and the rest of the Wings. Way to start off the New Year.

Wings End 2010 with a Bang

The Wings ended 2010 with a 3-1 victory over the Vineland Sled Stars on Saturday, December 18th. Athan Blaine led the team with two goals and Mike Wilson added a third. Jessie Beck also tried to get in on the scoring, but was denied by the post. The defense did not disappoint either and only allowed a few shots. Great game by both Danny Wheeler and Steve O'Brien who anchored the team and only had one goal. It was an excellent all around team effort. Thanks to our fans for their support. We would not be the same without you and look forward to seeing you next year.

Wings Brought Down the Hammer on the Hammerheads

Sunday was a very productive day for the Wings of Steel. The offense spearheaded the victory. Contributing were, Michael Wilson, Isiah Beck, and Ryan Niederkorn. Backing up the offense was solid defense led by captain DJ Hemerka. Goalies Glenn Schulz and Danny Wheeler were solid in goal, shutting down everything that came their way. A great game was played by all!

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Wings of Steel Spread Wings, beat snipers 3-1..

This past Saturday the Wings of Steel beat the Delaware Snipers three to one in a hard fought battle. The wings got a pair of goals from the Beck brothers and a third goal from Andrew Wright. The wings were able to use this offensive support combined with a stellar defensive effort in order to add another win to their record. The defense was shorted handed and had to rotate two main pairs throughout the game. Despite this, Darlene Hemerka, Ryan Niederkorn, Athan Blaine, and Mike Wilson were able to shutout down the best players from the Delaware Snipers. The Wings held onto the puck for most of the game and made the Snipers go 200 feet, up and down the ice, in order to get scoring chances. The Snipers were finally able to break through and get a goal late in the third period; but it was too little too late. The wings look to get another win when they play the Hammerheads in Philadelphia next sunday.

-Glenn Schulz

He Shoots and Scores...and....Again..and...Again...and....Again

 

Last Saturday, the Wings of Steel faced up against the Atlantic Hammerheads. Although the first period was slow, the Wings played well only letting one goal in the net. The Wings came back during the second period with 3 goals scored solely by WOS player Athan Blaine.  The defense led by DJ Hemerka, Matthew Valentine, and Athan Blaine were able to hold off the opponents from getting near the goalies. In the third period, #6 Blaine scored yet another goal against the Hammerheads as well as the Hammerheads scoring another goal against the Wings. Wings goalies, Danny Wheeler and Steve O’Brien played an impressive game stopping 33 out of 35 shots on net. All of the Wings of Steel players gave an amazing effort! Great job team!

 

-Matthew Valentine #88

 

Wings use effort, hustle, timely goals to get by Rangers...

This past saturday, November 13th, the Wings of Steel took on the Woodbridge Rangers. The game was scoreless mid-way through the first period when #20 Mike Wilson got a breakaway and put the wings up 1-0. Thanks to great defense by all the wings, some timely saves from the goaltenders, and some nice goals, the wings were able to win 3-0.

The effort and hustle was present for the wings from the opening faceoff. Players like Jesse Beck exemplified what kind of hustle was used to beat the Rangers. He made his way to the front of the net-Where the coaches always tell players to go- and he was able to slam home a loose puck to extend the wings lead.

Defenseman, DJ Hemerka, also showed what hustle and effort can do for a team. After the goalie was down and out the play, DJ put herself in the shooting lane to prevent the puck from getting to the goalie. This allowed the goalie to get back into position and make a save a few seconds later.

Everyone on the wings team played a great game and If we continue to play like that, no one will be able to beat us.

Special thanks to our fans who traveled to Woodbridge to watch us play. We love you and would not be able to play without you!

-Glenn Schulz