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Home PageJr Generals January 14/15 recap
Well the boys in blue were back in NA3HL action this past weekend with an eagerly anticipated matchup with the always dangerous Cleveland Lumberjacks. The Jr Generals worked extremely hard to prepare. In what Coach Worlton described as an intense week of work. Saturday night 1-14-12 The Lumberjacks got on the board first with a marker from Fred West at the 17:48 mark of the 1st period. The Generals responded 17 seconds later with a fantastic goal from Richard Jansson with timely assists from Andrew Lay & Cody Damon at the 17:30 mark. That ended the scoring for the first frame but not the hard physical play from both squads. In the 2nd period a huge goal was scored from Cody Damon with assist from Richard Jansson & Nick Goettel at the 16:09 mark of the second while the scoring stopped the nonstop efforts from both squads was maintained. The Generals closed out all the scoring in the 3rd first with Derek Compeau scoring from the high slot area with assists from Richard Jansson & Andrew Lay only 35 seconds into the final frame. Closing out the contests scoring was Warren Carter with a great pass and set up from Eddie Osowski & Josh Kestner at 5:17. Richard Jansson was deemed the 1st star by the media in attendance. But not for the efforts of the current NA3HL goalie of the month Ben Myers stopping 33 of 34 shots directed at him the game could have definitely been different. But with his ever present steadiness the boys in blue prevailed setting up the next day’s equally huge matchup. First half season recap
1st Half Reflections from the Flint Jr Generals
Jr. Generals Shine at Darien NA3HL Showcase
December 8, 2011
12-6-11 Granite City- In a highly anticipated game the result didn't disappoint the huge crowd in attendance. The Granite City bunch proved to be a handful but the Jr Generals played equally well. In a see saw contest with great play from both squads the Jr Generals prevailed in a 5 player shootout 3-2. Players of note were Ben Myers rock solid in goal again for the 3rd straight day (Ben stopped 35 of 37 regulation shots and then stealing the show in blanking the Granite City team, stopping them on all 5 shooters in the shootout), Luke Mc Diarmid was again large in getting the Generals offense started scoring the 1st goal with Derek Compeau (Owosso, Michigan) getting the other marker in regulation. The Jr Generals defense was huge lead by Jake Taylor (Atlanta, Indiana), Nick Goettel (Davison, Michigan) and Hayden Hanson (Chagrin falls, Ohio) leading the charge. With the veteran Cody Damon getting the game winner in the shootout it made for an enjoyable day to be sure. A number of NAHL scouts and colleges stated that they had just viewed the game of the tournament making not only our GM/Coach Kelly Cronk proud but the coaching staff lead by Coach Worlton also beaming with pride. On a side note the Lumberjacks had a player go down to a very serious injury. #15 Ezra Mc Phail was taken away via ambulance with what appeared to be a serious injury of an undisclosed extent. The Jr Generals management, staff, players and coaches are saying their prayers for this young man’s complete recovery. 12-7-11 Minnesota Flying Aces- In what proved to be another battle the Jr Generals prevailed 4-3 over the Aces. The game had an immense amount riding on it as we took the ice. Players of note in the finally were Andrew Lay (Swartz Creek, Michigan) potting a goal (shorthanded at that) along with an assist, Josh Kestner having a goal and an assist, Richard Janssen’s having 2 assists, Billy Kocher (Waterford, Michigan) chipping in with a goal. Dominic Orlando (Midland, Michigan) stopping 28 of 31 shots on goals in his 1st showcase start. Coach Worlton and his troops walked of satisfied on the day and week. The Jr Generals coaches and management had to be proud in this event by the demeanor, class and actions of all the players. This lunch pail bunch of kids not only got the job done but did it right. The team’s leaders led by Captains Andrew Lay, and Warren Carter. Assistant Captains Jake Taylor, Nick Goettel were examples of great leaders and teammates. Along with the players leadership. The coaching staff lead by Coach Worlton's readiness, preparedness and demands along with Coach Cronk's help and guidance made for a memorable 4 days in this inaugural event in the NA3HL. With a happy bus ride back to Flint in store it was to say the very least a great and memorable week. Notes- With the NA3HL showcase under our belts the Generals get right back to action against their North division opponent Michigan Mountain Cats. With a Saturday night 6:45 tilt in Farmington Hills and then right back to the friendly confines of home Sunday at Flint Iceland @ 2:20 it concludes another important week in the NA3HL. Many Scouts and General Managers along with colleges viewed this past week’s showcase with tenders in hand on the NAHL front along with college scholarship possibilities. In the next upcoming weeks more information will be brought out as a great number of the Generals were noticed and will be notified. Great Week to the Boys in Blue. Let’s keep it going. ![]() Jr. Generals go undefeated, 4-0 at 3HL Showcase in Darien IL.. December 2-7. The team enjoys first drink of Coke since Hell week training camp in August HELP FIGHT HUNGER![]() The Flint Jr. General supported the Salvation Army Fight Hunger campagin on November 12th and 13th during two home games against the Pittsburgh Jr. Penguins. The Jr. Generals lost both games but won the hearts of many with several cans of food donated by the fans who attened the games. |
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