Hockey!

[Lindsey]

Yes, they call penalties! I can't believe that it wasn't until 1979 that helmets were mandatory in hockey! As a figure skater myself, I have hit my head on the ice and on the boards many times and it HURTS! And that was just from my own falls, nevermind someone pushing!

I'm going to find some batteries for my camera and post a picture of myself ready for the game tonight

[paula1961]

Originally Posted by Lindsey

Yes, they call penalties! I can't believe that it wasn't until 1979 that helmets were mandatory in hockey! As a figure skater myself, I have hit my head on the ice and on the boards many times and it HURTS! And that was just from my own falls, nevermind someone pushing!

I'm going to find some batteries for my camera and post a picture of myself ready for the game tonight

That's right, I had forgotten about them calling penalties. They really get rough don't they?
Yes Lindsey...do post a pic of you in game wear Have a wonderful time tonight! You're a figure skater? COOL!!!!

[Lindsey]

They do get pretty rough! In my brother's last year of minor hockey, they made it to the provincial finals and he had to play the last few games with 2 cracked ribs. He wouldn't sit out so he just bandaged himself up really good under his equipment and got on the ice! There were quite a few cracked ribs, hurt shoulders, and broken collar bones back in those days.

lol and I USED to be a figure skater. I pretty much learned to skate simultaneously with learning to walk lol! My parents put me in figure skating when I was 4, and I took lessons until I was 16 and I got to the same level as my coach. It wasn't worth it to me to travel an hour for more lessons since I wouldn't be getting anywhere with it anyway, I was too old. I did teach figure skating for about 3 or 4 years as well while I was in high school.

Here I am ready for the game! GO CANADA GO!

[judy]

I think that in tribute to your exuberance as a Canadian hockey fan, I will become a fan of Canada's hockey team as well! You look so adorable in your shirt.

Enjoy the game!!!

HURRAY CANADA!!!

[paula1961]

Aww Lindsey...you look so cute!!! Have a great time!!! Love your hair!!!

[Lindsey]

Thanks Paula! And thanks Judy! I think maybe you were the extra fan to push us over the edge

WHAT A GAME! Canada really played TERRIBLY. I think all the wins may have gone to their heads. We got the first goal in the first couple of minutes and the whole place exploded! It was so exciting, the game was a sell-out and it was just a sea of red everywhere you looked! But it wasn't long until the USA tied the game. By the end of the first period the score was 2-2. We were passing terribly and gave away the puck in probably 60% of passes The USA was dominating the game.

In the second period, we stepped up the game a bit. Everytime there was a power play, my dad would say "Oh we're gonna get one here" so I made him stop saying that, because it wasn't working lol. We got another power play in the last few minutes of the period and he said "It'll be 3-2 at the end of this period" and it was... but for USA

In the third period, USA scored again and I was so down about it, most people thought it was game over. I was ready to come back and tell you guys that the better team won. The USA was playing great and we were not doing so well. But in the second half of the period, we came back and it was Canada's game again! With about 5 minutes left it was tied again at 4-4! My adrenaline was pumping so hard my legs felt like rubber! The excitement in the arena was overwhelming!

In the last few minutes Canada scored again! The place erupted in screams and high fives... until the play went upstairs for review and it turned to boos when they called no goal due to a player in the crease We didn't see much of a replay there, but my family watching at home said that was a b.s. call because he was PUSHED into the crease. So the game ended in a tie, and it was time for overtime.

In the 5 minute overtime period, Canada had control of the puck 90% of the time but just could not pull off a goal. So we went to a shoot-out. By this time I was so pumped up I was just vibrating!

Canada shot first - GOAL!!!! USA, another goal. Canada - GOAL!!!!!! USA, goal again. Then it was the last shot.... Another goal for Canada! The place was silent as the USA player shot.... right into the middle of our goalie's body! The crowd went absolutely WILD! I screamed so loud I'm surprised I still have a voice today!

I was so proud as our national anthem was playing, and my dad was singing with all his heart. On our way out of the building there were high fives and hugs all around from every random person walking by!

That game was absolutely worth every penny I paid for the tickets. Now on Sunday we get to watch Canada in the semi-finals vs the winner of Russia and Switzerland. It will probably be Russia, but I'm hoping Switzerland kicks their butts Either way it's going to be an awesome playoff game.

The USA can have technology, hollywood, summer olympics, world domination , but Canada still has hockey

[judy]

You should be a sports reporter Linds! I was reading your post, sitting on the edge of my seat!!!

Hurray for the Great White Way!!!