Fayetteville Fireantz

[#1 Guard Fan]

We are going to get our first Title this year in Fayetteville. Coach Booth has really worked hard to put us a winning team on the ice this year and it is really showing. Kepp up the good work and bring home a title for us

[Mike4FireAntz34]

I agree with you!!!!! What an Awesome year we have had!!!! So how many games have u been to this year? I have been to 3!

[Counterclockwise]

Hmmmm---- Seems to me that there are a couple of other teams that might have something to say about the outcome of this season. What's the old saying about counting your chickens before they hatch? Are you forgetting Columbus and Knoxville? Nice to see that you are so confident though.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Every fan is confident! GO FIREANTZ!!!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

I have been to just about every home game this year. Not saying that we will win no matter what just saying this is a good year for us to make a good push

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Do you know how much more playoff tickets will be compared to regular season games? We usually get the 8 dollar tickets to save money then move down....

[#1 Guard Fan]

They are only a couple of dollars more than the regular games. Not a big mark up. $8 dollar seats???? Where do you get $8 seats at. I get upper seats with a military discount and they are still $10

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Oh when I go to the games i ask for the cheapest ticket and on the ticket it says $8.00 dollars

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Hey #1 Guard Fan who was last years Champions?

[#1 Guard Fan]

It says $8 on it but you are paying the crown fee to which is like $3 too. Columbus is the Champ from last year. They played the underdog the whole playoffs and came out on top

[Mike4FireAntz34]

yeah I know it says $3 on the event fee... but It is worth to pay the $3 event fee to see our FireAntz play!!!!! :D

[#1 Guard Fan]

True. Plus we have another two home games this weekend. Oh yeah let the beer flow and the pucks fly

[Mike4FireAntz34]

FireAntz won last night!!!! 3rd in a row at Home now!!! and 3 out of the last 4 games!! I can't wait for the SPHL Playoffs I plan to go to all of the Home games during the playoffs!!!!! GO FireAntz!!!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

Yeah a really BIG win last night. We just need some help from other teams to close the gap on Knox. I am ready for the playoffs too but that will be the end of the year is close so thats not cool. Oh well I can just rool right on over into the Guard Football season then

[Mike4FireAntz34]

I plan to go to alot of the Guard games hopefully they will make it further in the playoffs this year!!!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

I got my eye on some Guard season tickets just trying to see what kinda military discount they give on them

[Mike4FireAntz34]

I was gonna buy season tickets but I figured it would be better to just buy tickets the day of the games.

[#1 Guard Fan]

I think I am going to do the same thing now. Be sure and get you some of the $3 tickets for the last reg home game for the Fireantz on 16Mar

[Mike4FireAntz34]

I think I am going to do the same thing now. Be sure and get you some of the $3 tickets for the last reg home game for the Fireantz on 16Mar

oh ok thanks ,where are they selling the 3 dollar tickets?


My Girl Friend and I plan going to the game this Friday night.....so maybe we can go this week and next week :)


Oh and the FireAntz won 9-0 tonight in Jacksonville!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :D

GO FIREANTZ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[mitchg73]

oh ok thanks ,where are they selling the 3 dollar tickets?


My Girl Friend and I plan going to the game this Friday night.....so maybe we can go this week and next week :)


Oh and the FireAntz won 9-0 tonight in Jacksonville!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :D

GO FIREANTZ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
OK how many discounted nights have the ANTZ had...none here in knoxville the oldest building in the league ..and we are 2nd in attendance without no discounted tickets....hummmmmmmmmmmmm lol we are hockey fans here we pay top dollar in an old as building...thats hockey fans

[#1 Guard Fan]

No reason to hate about not having any discount nights. I am glad you can draw crouds like you do but try leaving were the main people are MILITARY. It is not an easy sell here to many deployments and people are always coming and going. Little bit harder to build a TRUE fan base. We make due with what we have and I think they are doing a good job of it

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Hey #1 Guard Fan, where did you hear that the FireAntz will have a $3 ticket night.....and how do I purchase my tickets are $3 dollars a ticket....at the box office or online? My brother-n-law and sister and my girlFriend and I plan to attend next Thursdays game! :) GO FIREANTZ!!!!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

Just call the team office and they will hook you up with the $3 tickets. I am getting mine from the base but I saw in the paper too about the $3 tickets

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Oh ok thanks for letting me know about the $3 dollar tickets :D

[#1 Guard Fan]

Anytime. We really need to pack the place

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Anytime. We really need to pack the place

every time we pack the house almost full they lose , hopefully that bad luck will turn to be good luck for us Tommorow night and next week

GO FIREANTZ BEAT THE ICE BEARS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Man that game was AWESOME , I loved every minute of it!!!!! Ain't nothing like seeing the FireAntz beat the #1 Team in the SPHL at home!!!!!! :D

GO FIREANTZ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

The Icebears maybe #1 in the standing but after last night I think it showed that the Fireantz will not just roll over. It was not just a win but a BEAT down. The Crown was loud last night hopefully that will carry over Thrusday night and into the playoffs.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Yeah me too....I can't wait for Thursday's game!!!!! :D We are buying our tickets on Monday since this game will be packed!! :D , And I hope we play Pee Dee in the playoffs since that would be an easy 1st round for us!!!!!

GO FireAntz!!!

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Dude , Stevens is tough...got hit in the by the puck 2 times then came back and and scored a goal!!!!!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

Thats what true Hockey is all about

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Hey Guard Fan are you going to tommorow night's game? My girl friend and I are going!!! I'm going early to take pictures from different sections lol and I will be taking pictures during the game....I will post them on the forum.

[mitchg73]

congrats to the fireantz fans and organization.it looks like they are gonna win the attendance title and break the 100,000 fan mark for the season .

[#1 Guard Fan]

Thanks. You guys will be right there with us. Hopefully we both will meet in the playoffs

[Mike4FireAntz34]

THAT WAS THE F'N MOST EXCITING GAME EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WOW!!! Hey #1 Guard Fan where did you sit?....we sat in section 105 row E seats 9,10.... had a great view! I'll post pictures later this weekend.

[#1 Guard Fan]

I always sit down in Sec 111. You have no blind spots done there. What a beat down we gave Col last night

[Mike4FireAntz34]

I always sit down in Sec 111. You have no blind spots done there. What a beat down we gave Col last night


We were 4 rows from the team benches...I loved those seats...I might buy season tickets in that section in rows E-G... someone in the row behind threw something into the Col bench... I can't wait for the playoffs...hopefully the FireAntz can steal 2 wins tonight and Sunday!

GO FireANTZ!!!!!!!!!

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Just got home from the NBDL Fayetteville Patriots game we won our 6th straight home game.... and I just found out that the FireAntz won in Knoxville!!! 7-4 WOW!!!!!!! I feel good about our chances this sunday!!! and our chances to win the Cup!!!!!!!!!!

GO FIREANTZ!!!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

Yes what another big win last night. I see where Collions got in the mix again last night. Th only part that stinks about the rest of the year is we need help from other teams for us to be able to move up and try and catch Col. I think we will end up 3 with the first playoff game being 24 March.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

I hope that we can get home advantage for the first round!!! GO FIREANTZ!!!!!

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Looks like we will be playing Florida..... with this game at home , I will have seen all the SPHL teams!!!! GO FIREANTZ!!!!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

Not sure how you came about this

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Not sure how you came about this

2005-06 SPHL Playoff format:
ROUND 1
Series A - Teams 1 and 6 play a best of 5 with Team 1 hosting games
one, three, and five (if necessary).
Series B - Teams 2 and 5 play best of 3 with Team 2 hosting games 1
and three (if necessary).
Series C - Team 3 and 4 play best of 3 with Team 3 hosting games one
and three (if necessary).

ROUND 2
Winner of Series A gets a bye to Championship Round
Winner of Series B plays winner of Series C in a best of three with
highest seeded team hosting games one and three (if necessary).

CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND
Highest remaining seed hosts first, third, and fifth game
(if necessary) in best of five game Championship Series.

We have locked up 4th place atleast...even if we win tommorow and if Florida wins tonight....we will lock into 4th since we are 1 point behind florida...

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Gosh our FireAntz can't win back to back road games.....I miss Josh Welter...he was the heart of the team....I wish he wouldnt have been a idiot to leave the team....I wish he could come back for the playoffs.....oh well...

GO FIREANTZ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

It was good to see that Howick got a chance to play last night. I don't see us losing last night as that big. We will have time to get our legs back under us before we start the playoffs on Friday

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Hopefully we can steal the first game ,then sweep the series in Fayetteville Saturday night!!! Are you going to the game Sat?

[#1 Guard Fan]

Of course got to get my tickets tomorrow. Hopefully we will have a full house. Another 5000+ croud would be really nice. If we win game one there will be no game 3 after they come back home for game 2

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Of course got to get my tickets tomorrow. Hopefully we will have a full house. Another 5000+ croud would be really nice. If we win game one there will be no game 3 after they come back home for game 2

We are buying our tickets tommorow ....hopefully we can get 7,000-8,000 people packed in....heck I'd like to have a sell out crowd....but If we could beat Florida in the first round and Huntsville upsets the Cottonmouths and we beat the Havoc in round 2....I think it would take us to get the the Finals to sell out for a game or 2 :D

GO FIREANTZ!!!!!!!! BRING THE CUP TO FAYETTEVILLE!!!!!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

7000-8000 would be great but I have never heard of any sports in Fayetteville having that kinda crowd. even when we had $2 ticket night would could not sell the place out. I have never understood this town but at least we have finally gottena good solid fan base

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Well that is b/c they sold 25 tickets for $2 ....if they would have sold each ticket individualy then we would have had an Sell out....maybe we will sell out if we get to the finals!!! :D

GO FireAntz!!!!!!!

[Mike4FireAntz34]

7000-8000 would be great but I have never heard of any sports in Fayetteville having that kinda crowd. even when we had $2 ticket night would could not sell the place out. I have never understood this town but at least we have finally gottena good solid fan base

If im not mistaken in Football... We had about 8,500 fans come to a playoff game one year.

[#1 Guard Fan]

I am not sure about that. I have been to just about all the football games ans never recall a crowd that large. It could have happen

[Mike4FireAntz34]

I am not sure about that. I have been to just about all the football games ans never recall a crowd that large. It could have happen

Your right...I even looked at the Cape Fear WildCats attendance and the biggest we had was about 6,800 in the playoffs.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Hey do you know what Mike Fournier's fan club website is?

[#1 Guard Fan]

I think that if any team could pull a sell-out off it would be the Fireantz but it would have to be some kinda special deal. I think the people in this town are to cheap to pay the $15 a ticket to sell that big arena out. I think that the Crown is way to big for Fayetteville. Thats just me as a person not from here

[Mike4FireAntz34]

We bought our tickets today...we are in Section 105 again...Row G this time...Im thinking about buying season tickets in Section 105 next season...It is really fun to be behind our teams bench....so have you bought your tickets yet? Try to bring as many people to the game as you can so we can pack the house....I have a feeling we will get over 8,500 fans packed in the Crown for this playoff game...I can't wait for the game!!!!!

GO FIREANTZ!!!!!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

Yes I got my tickets already. Like normal I will be down in sec 111. I don't see us having over 8500 for the first round playoff sgame. We might have over 5K if we are lucky. That place would be sould loud with a 8000 plus crowd there. Never knew Mike F had a website

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Yes I got my tickets already. Like normal I will be down in sec 111. I don't see us having over 8500 for the first round playoff sgame. We might have over 5K if we are lucky. That place would be sould loud with a 8000 plus crowd there. Never knew Mike F had a website

When they say what groups come to the game, they always say the Mike F Fan Club....and I am looking for his site or fan club site so I can join it.... is it a Xanga or MySpace site?

[Mike4FireAntz34]

And I really feel that we will draw over 8,000 to the game Saturday b/c this might be our FINAL game at home until next season... but hopefully we can beat Florida this round.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Do you know what Radio station FireAntz games can be heard from?...I would really like to listen to the game this Friday...instead of relying on Live Stats on THESPHL.COM

[Mike4FireAntz34]

We need more FireAntz Fans on here lol :)

[#1 Guard Fan]

I have never heard of the Fireantz games being covered. I know Huntsville airs their games but I don't think we have anything like that

[Mike4FireAntz34]

I have never heard of the Fireantz games being covered. I know Huntsville airs their games but I don't think we have anything like that

what is that ESPN Radio FAY logo on the ICE for then lol ...

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Hey do you know how much the FireAntz Jersey's are and where to get them?

[#1 Guard Fan]

I think they are 75 for the adult ones and they sell them at the games. I am not sure about eh ESPN logo on the ice maybe they do something like a coach's show or something

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Where do they sell the Jersey's? at the Main Entrance or in the FireAntz Merch Stand near the Food stands?

[#1 Guard Fan]

The main ent. The stand that is ran by the team.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

There is 2 Stands....one right when you walk in that has the Autograph'd hockey sticks and Chuck-a-puck ...or is it the other table?...when you buy a jersey do you get it their or do they have to order it and send it to you?

[#1 Guard Fan]

Right when you walk in the door. They have them on hand unless you need like some crazy size. Then you can take it down to the Tropy House on Bragg Blvd and get your name and number added

[Mike4FireAntz34]

So they don't come with the players names and #'s on them?

[#1 Guard Fan]

No they only way you can get one of those is after they have special promo night they sell them. I think last year after the season was over they sold the regular player ones

[Mike4FireAntz34]

How does it cost to have a name and # added to the Jersey at The Tropy House ? I'm wanting to add Mike Fournier and his # ....he is my Favorite FireAntz Player!

[#1 Guard Fan]

I think you were asking how much it cost? I am not sure of the price but I don't think it is to bad. Save all your pennies and you can buy his game worn jersey after the season is over

[Mike4FireAntz34]

do they sell all the Jersey's he has worn over the whole season ,white,black,and red? or just the last home game Jersey....how much do they sell it for... sorry for all the questions...i just have never bought a jersey before ....

[#1 Guard Fan]

Normally they will sell both the black and white ones. The red ones have been sold a while back. They normally go any where from $500-$800 for his. I think it is crazy for someone to pay that much but hey I guess it shows they are a true fan or really crazy one

[Mike4FireAntz34]

I aint that rich lol ....I might just buy a generic Jersey then have Trophy house add Fournier and #34 to it...

[#1 Guard Fan]

I think thats the best way to go. Heck who knows he might not even be back next year.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

I sure hope he is ! :D

[Mike4FireAntz34]

I think the Florida Seal's website has Radio feed of their games ,so we might be able to listen to Game 1! :D

GO FIREANTZ!!!!!!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

I will have to check that out. i think the league should have something to air all of the playoff games.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Two of our FireAntz made the ALL-SPHL 1st and 2nd Teams!!!! :D

http://thesphl.com.ismmedia.com/ISM2/NewsManager/399.jpeg.300.jpeg

March 22, 2006 - [FAYETTEVILLE, N.C.] - The Fayetteville FireAntz of the Southern Professional Hockey League (SPHL) yesterday, had two players recognized by the coaches and writers of the SPHL. Defenseman Mike Clarke and forward Dean Jackson were both named to All-SPHL teams.

Clarke, a native of Toronto, Ontario, was named to the First-Team All-SPHL. The defenseman tallied nine goals and 58 assists. His 67 points ranked him second on the club and ninth in the SPHL. Clarke also was a +22 for the season. He was also named Sherwood Player of the Week, in the SPHL, for the week of November 21st-27th.

Jackson, who also hails from Toronto, Ontario, was named to the Second-Team All-SPHL. The left-winger netted a team-high 76 points on 32 goals and 44 assists. He was tied for 5th in the SPHL in scoring with Jason Bermingham of the Knoxville Ice Bears. Jackson was also the inaugural SPHL Player of the Month from October 21st through November 26th.

The FireAntz quest for the President’s Cup begins this Friday as the FireAntz travel to Florida to take on the Seals. Their first home game of the 2005-06 playoffs is Saturday, March 25th at 7:35pm.

[#1 Guard Fan]

Great post you beat me to it.

[slapshot_gurl21]

Congrats to Mike Clarke!

CLARKE NAMED SPHL DEFENSEMAN OF THE YEAR
[FAYETTEVILLE, N.C.] The Fayetteville FireAntz of the Southern Professional Hockey League (SPHL) announced today that Mike Clarke was named SPHL Defenseman of the Year. The news comes one day after Clarke was named to the First-Team All-SPHL Defense corps.

Mike has excelled with the FireAntz this season, logging a ton of ice time. Head Coach Derek Booth said, I think he is well deserving of this award. Few defensemen can do the things that Mike Clarke does and the FireAntz are lucky to have him.

Clarke, a native of Toronto, Ontario, was the leading scorer among defensemen in the SPHL. Clarke tallied nine goals and 58 assists. His 67 points ranked him second on the club and ninth, overall, in the SPHL. Clarke also was a +22 for the season.

"I've gotten a great opportunity to get a lot of ice time this season." Mike Clarke added, "Being an offensive defenseman I have to rely on my teammates and this award is a direct reflection on them."





Hopefully all the guys will continue playing great and we will go far in the playoffs, if not win the cup!

[Mike4FireAntz34]

The Cup is coming to Fayetteville!!!!!!!!! :D

[flpadiinstructor]

You guys crack me up... Is this the same PISSANTS that just got EXTERMINATED in Kissimmee less than a week ago and now you think you have a chance of winning 2 out of 3?

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Hey when we beat yall dont be crying LMFAO

[Mike4FireAntz34]

You guys crack me up... Is this the same PISSANTS that just got EXTERMINATED in Kissimmee less than a week ago and now you think you have a chance of winning 2 out of 3?

Bug off, Troll!!!!!!!!!!!!! Hey Mod Terminate this troll.

[slapshot_gurl21]

You guys crack me up... Is this the same PISSANTS that just got EXTERMINATED in Kissimmee less than a week ago and now you think you have a chance of winning 2 out of 3?

Why don't you start a new thread about the Seals and talk about the "Pissants" as much as you like. As for the FIREANTZ, well they will be kicking Florida's ass to a pulp in the playoffs, win or lose.

[#1 Guard Fan]

Nice to see some more Ant fans on here. Yeah I also noticed the Fl troll too

[mitchg73]

Good luck to the Antz ..maybe the ice bears will see you guys in the finals,,,

[#1 Guard Fan]

Well I am sure that the Ice Bears will put a beat down on Pee Dee. No disrespect to them but they didn't have the same level team this year. I am glad to know they will be around next year for another season. Sure would be great if we make it to the finals and can bring the Cup home this year

[mitchg73]

I am hoping the ice bears can break the curse and finally bring home the playoff cup ...since we already have the 2 regular seson trophies...i couldnt believe that bechard from columbus got the coach of the year award

[#1 Guard Fan]

There were many awards I wondered about. I guess someone somewhere else had a better idea of who should get them

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Less than 30 minutes until game time!!!!! Hopefully our FireAntz can steal game one in Florida then win the series tommorow night!!!!

GO FIREANTZ!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

Hey man you should order and watch the game online. Go the the Seal's website and then under gameday you can watch the game live for $8.00

[Mike4FireAntz34]

I wish I could do that but I don't have any money to watch it...I am just relying the LIVE STATS .... we are up 1-0!!!! in 2nd Intermission!!!! :D Hopefully we can hold the lead!!! :D

So are you watching the game online? If so are the Antz skating well tonight?

[#1 Guard Fan]

Yes I am watching it. We looked a bit flat to begin the game but we have picked it up. We just need to keep playing hard

[#1 Guard Fan]

The Seals have a really small arena compaired to the Crown. I am not sure about the other teams but I would be willing to bet we have one of the nicer arenas in the SPHL

[#1 Guard Fan]

Tell mom and dad they need to spot you $8 it is the playoffs you can wash dishes later......lol

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Hey do you know if its possible to get autographs from the players ....where the players go to the locker room after each period?.... We usually stand in Row A after the game and get the Basketball players autograph's do you think its possible to get the FireAntz Autograph? I have printed out 3 Pictures of the FireAntz ,2 of Fournier and 1 of Mike Clarke.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

The Seals have a really small arena compaired to the Crown. I am not sure about the other teams but I would be willing to bet we have one of the nicer arenas in the SPHL

From alot of game pictures from the other sites we have the nicest arena in the league...the others look 15-20 years old.

[#1 Guard Fan]

They have where you can meet the players all the time but I am not sure I have never seen them sign anything during the game. I am sure you could get your items signed if you go there before the game during warm-ups. I know a lot of times when we go in really early some of the players are out in the stands

[#1 Guard Fan]

Tie game 1-1

[#1 Guard Fan]

Huntsville won 4-1 tonight. They had 2 empty net goals at the end of the game

[#1 Guard Fan]

2--1 Seals late in the 3rd period. COme on Antz pick it up

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Come on ANTZ!!!!

[Mike4FireAntz34]

I really hope that PEE DEE can Upset Knoxville in the first round...if we somehow went to the 2nd round then to the Finals I think it would be an easy win for us!

GO ANTZ DONT GIVE UP!!!!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

Looking flat and tired big time

[#1 Guard Fan]

Not looking good at all

[Mike4FireAntz34]

We had the 1-0 lead and Collins had to slack up now? UGH!!!! This is the playoffs collins...STEP YOUR GAME UP...

CMON ANTZ!!!!!!!!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

Not our night tonight. it was not all on Chad tonight. The whole team has to step it up. It is do or die time now

[Mike4FireAntz34]

GOD I HATE LOSING TO FLORIDA!!!!!!!!!!!! even if we win tommorow night...I don't like our chances in Florida in Game 3... They can't handle big road game situations...We just might have to wait till next year to get a cup.

[#1 Guard Fan]

Game over 2-1 Seals. Well we will see how bad we want it tomorrow night. See you at the game and I am sure the Seals will have their group of fans there too

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Now we need to pull for Pee Dee....they are going to OT Tied at 4-4

[#1 Guard Fan]

We just need to worry about us winning tomorrow night Screw pee dee right now

[#1 Guard Fan]

Only a little over 2,000 at the Seal's first home playoff game. Kinda weak fan showing but their team showed and that's the main part

[Mike4FireAntz34]

PEE DEE wins game 1!!! Hopefully they can upset Knoxville in the first round if we can make the Finals some how.

[zerotollerance]

Only a little over 2,000 at the Seal's first home playoff game. Kinda weak fan showing but their team showed and that's the main part

Big bad Fayetteville only had 2558 and from what I hear that was a stretch. Love 'em or hate 'em, the Seals are the only team in the league that actually reports true numbers.

Congats on the big win tonight and regardless of how many show up on Tuesday, we will be moving on to round 2. Better luck next year antz!

Go Seals!

[#1 Guard Fan]

Big talker after your team just got an 6 spot put up on them

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Big bad Fayetteville only had 2558 and from what I hear that was a stretch. Love 'em or hate 'em, the Seals are the only team in the league that actually reports true numbers.

Congats on the big win tonight and regardless of how many show up on Tuesday, we will be moving on to round 2. Better luck next year antz!

Go Seals!

Alright when we are in the Finals and yall are not...don't come back crying.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Hey Guard Fan check out this Pictures from the game!!!

http://community.webshots.com/myphotos?action=viewAllPhotos&albumID=548911267&security=IoHyjH

[#1 Guard Fan]

Nice pictures. We just need to take care of game three just like we did last night

[I Talk To Myself]

I have been enjoying perusing the threads and posts and I would like to throw out a thought if I may.

Winning at home, even by a blowout isn't a big deal. Winning games on the ROAD is what will divide the top teams from the others. Right now, Knoxville, Huntsville and Columbus all have road wins. In my eyes those are the three teams to beat. In theory Fayetteville can join them by picking up a win in Florida, but that will be a difficult trick in spite of the blowout win last night. If Huntsville manages to knock off Columbus IN Columbus tuesday night they are looking like the team to beat, as not many people thought Columbus would drop a home game. Winning two would make Huntsville the current favorite. I can't really credit Knoxville for a lot by blowing out Pee Dee in Florence. Join the club. Pee Dee's defense is terrible and they have no prayer of beating Knoxville twice in Knoxville.

I suppose the all powerful PLAYOFF MOMENTUM will be decided Tuesday night. I myself, being a marginal anarchist am cheering for the three underdogs in the three series.

Just my 2 cents worth.
1.3 cents after taxes.

Dave

[#1 Guard Fan]

Thanks for your 2 cents, a home win is a win palin and smiple. The Fireantz were in a most win game last night. I think it was the wake up game they need to take it to the next round.

[slapshot_gurl21]

Hey Guard Fan check out this Pictures from the game!!!

http://community.webshots.com/myphotos?action=viewAllPhotos&albumID=548911267&security=IoHyjH


Awsome pics! I hope the Antz can keep the same momentum in the third game. If they can have the offense, defense, and goaltending come together like saturday, then i think they can come away with a victory.

[#1 Guard Fan]

What are you jumping on the Fireantz bandwagon now???

[Mike4FireAntz34]

She has been a FireAntz fan for awhile as I can tell since she runs the FireAntz Group on MySpace.

[#1 Guard Fan]

Ok sorry. I thought she was the one in here talking trash about the Antz the other day. Well what is the link to this myspace page????

[slapshot_gurl21]

Ok sorry. I thought she was the one in here talking trash about the Antz the other day. Well what is the link to this myspace page????


lol....it's cool. The link to the page is:

http://groups.myspace.com/FireAntzFans


I haven't updated the previous game thing in awhile but it will be up soon!

[#1 Guard Fan]

Nice page. You need to get all your other Fireantz fans to come on over here.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Yeah we do need to get all the FireAntz fans over here as possible.... so are you gonna watch the game tommorow night?

[#1 Guard Fan]

I am not sure I am going to try to but Uncle Sam is making me work so not sure if I will be able to watch the game or have to do the pointstreak deal

[Mike4FireAntz34]

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C.] The Fayetteville FireAntz of the Southern Professional Hockey League (SPHL) defeated the Florida Seals 8-1 Saturday Night to force the deciding game in the best-of-three series. The victory was the first playoff win in franchise history. The Seals won game one, 2-1. Game three will be in Florida on Tuesday at 7:35 pm.

The FireAntz came out blazing in the 1st period as Rob Meanchoff netted his first of the playoffs just 3:11 into the game. George Nistas followed with his first of four goals on the night at 5:24. Kory Baker, who had four assists in the game, had helpers on both goals. Justin Keller cut the lead in half with a slapshot from the blue line at the 15:42 mark.

The FireAntz extended the lead in the 2nd period on goals from Nistas and Nick Kormanyos. In the 3rd frame, the club didnt let up. Three consecutive power play goals by Nistas (2) and Dean Jackson and a goal by Scott Corbett provided the final scoring of the evening.

The FireAntz were successful on four of six power play opportunities while the Seals didnt score on either of their power play chances. Chad Collins turned aside 38 of 39 shots and Terry Denike gave up all eight of the FireAntz goals while stopping 28 shots.



FireAntz Notes

Kory Baker leads the SPHL playoffs in points with 5 (1G, 4A) and plus/minus with a +5
George Nistas leads the SPHL playoffs in goal with 4
Chad Collins leads the SPHL playoffs with a 1.51 goals against average and a .958 save percentage

Game three, the deciding game of the series, will be played in Florida on Tuesday at 7:35 pm. Fans may follow the action live on pointstreak.com. They may also listen to the game on ESPNFlorida.com, by clicking on Listen Live in Orlando. For a small fee, fans may watch the game, live, at livesportsnetwork.com/SPHL.

FireAntz Playoff Hockey: Feel the Heat.

[#1 Guard Fan]

Yeah I told the front office about the live feed on the internet. I am sure there will be a few people who will want to watch it. Hopefully next year the Fireantz will be able to have something like that for their games

[dgjordan]

Hmmmm---- Seems to me that there are a couple of other teams that might have something to say about the outcome of this season. What's the old saying about counting your chickens before they hatch? Are you forgetting Columbus and Knoxville? Nice to see that you are so confident though.


And it seems to me that YOU'RE forgetting the southern gentlemen of the league, the Florida Seals. We're going to stomp those Fire Antz tonight!

[#1 Guard Fan]

And it seems to me that YOU'RE forgetting the southern gentlemen of the league, the Florida Seals. We're going to stomp those Fire Antz tonight!


Looks like we have another Seal troll that needs to learn how to make their own thread to talk about their team

[dgjordan]

From alot of game pictures from the other sites we have the nicest arena in the league...the others look 15-20 years old.

Florida Seals' Silver Spurs Arena is brand new. Not built for hockey, built for the Silver Spurs Rodeo. Holds 8,300 in the stands alone. Here are the specs... http://www.ohpark.com/silverspurs.asp

[dgjordan]

Big bad Fayetteville only had 2558 and from what I hear that was a stretch. Love 'em or hate 'em, the Seals are the only team in the league that actually reports true numbers.

Congats on the big win tonight and regardless of how many show up on Tuesday, we will be moving on to round 2. Better luck next year antz!

Go Seals!


You said it! See you at the game tonight! My Seals are going to come out po'd and are gonna stomp those fire antz.

[dgjordan]

Big talker after your team just got an 6 spot put up on them

hey, our boys are just going to come out of the gate really mad and are gonna stomp your antz

[dgjordan]

Looks like we have another Seal troll that needs to learn how to make their own thread to talk about their team

it's too much fun romping around in here and getting you going :-)
will you be at the game tonight?

[#1 Guard Fan]

I would love to make the trip because I think it will be a great game that nither team will walk away with. Uncle Sam tells me I have to work tonight so I will be trying to listen to the game or using pointstreak for updates. I was wondering what the arena was built for but looks like they have made the best of it while using it for Hockey

[dgjordan]

I would love to make the trip because I think it will be a great game that nither team will walk away with. Uncle Sam tells me I have to work tonight so I will be trying to listen to the game or using pointstreak for updates. I was wondering what the arena was built for but looks like they have made the best of it while using it for Hockey


We would like our seats to be closer to the ice, but they aren't too bad. Where we sit we have an incredible view of the visitors net. We see every goal. We have trouble seeing the fights in the one corner by the home goal. Luckily for us our two rowdy boys, Katzberg and Rivard, like to fight at center ice.

I've read some articles that the guys on the team don't like the locker rooms at all. I've had a friend that played in a hockey tournament at the SSA and he said that the arena is too hot and the ice kept melting.

I think that the arena is a little too wide and still too big for this kind of hockey, but hey, what do I know. Just glad to have hockey back in Central Florida.

I hope that you have fun listening to the game tonight.

[#1 Guard Fan]

Yeah Rivard got the beat down at center ice last game. He was not himself after that. He was not running his mouth like normal not sure what was up but figured he waould have wanted to fight more after the score got ran up on them

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Hey Admin ....Terminate this troll...


.............

Rivard wasn't talking much crap last Sat b/c he was afraid that Fournier was gonna kick his AZZ!!!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

That guy is cool he is just in here trying to get things fired up. We just need our team to show back up tonight and then he will not have anything else to talk about but how much the Fireantz rule

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Hey GF are you watching the game or just listening to it?.... I'm listening to it.... sounds like an awesome game...hopefully we can pull out with the W!!

GO FIREANTZ!!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

I am stuck at work with pointstreak tonight. Looks like a really good game.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

You can listen to the game...go to ESPNFLORIDA.COM then click on LISTEN LIVE IN ORLANDA

[#1 Guard Fan]

I did that and all I go was like a 10sec clip

[Mike4FireAntz34]

press play after that is over....

[#1 Guard Fan]

It just keeps playing that over and over. Dang it

[Mike4FireAntz34]

now look what you did... went out of it to see if I would do what it is doing to you now its doing it to me ;) lol GOSH!!!!!!!! lol ;)

[#1 Guard Fan]

Sorry man you should have keep right on with your feed. It might be maxed out or something

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Oh and the 2005 SPHL President's Cup Champions went down at home...If we somehow won today...I think we would have the Advantage ....:D

GO ANTZ!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

I just saw that. It would be nice if we won tonight that way we would have home ice again. Looks like we might get some extra hockey tonight

[#1 Guard Fan]

Nevermind looks like we are done:(

[Mike4FireAntz34]

NOOO COLINS....WHY DID YOU SLACK UP UNDER 1 MINUTE to GO WTF COLLINS!!!!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

We suck how can you give up a goal like that with just seconds left in the game. Good job Collins another let down

[Mike4FireAntz34]

We need to get Ridler back for next season... Collins proved me that He can't win big road games...and We need to get Josh Welter back next year!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

I think the team might be overhauled in the off season. I have heard rumors already about certain players not coming back. Oh well I guess we can sit and wait now. All I got to say now is GO GUARD

[slapshot_gurl21]

Yeah, Having Welter back would give us some help next season. I hope that the team can have a good, stable, strong team for next year and maybe next season the Antz can go all the way to the cup.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Hey Florida Fans....so much for yall having "Great" crowds...we still had more than yall POS's

1,246 of yall showed up...PATHETIC.....about 20 were our real fans....

I'm now pulling for Huntsville to win it all

[#1 Guard Fan]

Burnt is all I can think. Once again we have been BURNT.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Oh well.....now GO GUARD!!!

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Hey GF ...what is that Nickelback song they always play at the Crown during the warm ups?

[#1 Guard Fan]

What song "We suck Again"....lol I am not sure what the song is I will have to think about it and get back with you. I am normaly feeling pretty good from tailgating at that point of the game

[zerotollerance]

Hey Florida Fans....so much for yall having "Great" crowds...we still had more than yall POS's

1,246 of yall showed up...PATHETIC.....about 20 were our real fans....

I'm now pulling for Huntsville to win it all

Don't be so bitter. Collins played his ass off, he just gave up one rebound to the Rookie of the Year.

Why the attendance jab again? 1246 is a true number and not actually too bad for a Tues night game. Every team in this league struggles with attendance, especially during the week. Were you there? That place sounded like 12,000 when Sichy put the rebound over Collins' shoulder.

Whatever. We are in round two (with home ice) and you are waiting for next year...again!

Go Seals! And go SPHL-its better than nothing.

[FireAntzFan06]

What song "We suck Again"....lol I am not sure what the song is I will have to think about it and get back with you. I am normaly feeling pretty good from tailgating at that point of the game

Actually the song is called, "Animals."

I for one am very, very proud of the Fayetteville FireAntz. I recently became a hockey fan after attending my first game in Fayetteville when the FireAntz played Florida and lost in February. I was totally hooked after that night and attended every game since. They played an absolute great last home game and gave the fans that night a show to remember. I would not call or say "we suck again" at least they did not lose at home. I can not say anything bad about the team or coaching staff. Besides, if you can do any better, then you need to be on the ice come next season.

I could only wish that we retain the same players next year. Those guys are the best!

[#1 Guard Fan]

Ok newbie it was called a joke settle down a little bit. Yes the Antz did good but even coach Booth said in the paper today that the season was a let down after how they had started. I am not sure how many of the core players will be back next season because a lot of them are looking to move on(aka The next level). The paper even stated that Coach Booth was still up in the air about next year. So unless you are working for the team looks like we will all have to wait and see. Oh by the way maybe next year you could show up before the season was over

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Don't be so bitter. Collins played his ass off, he just gave up one rebound to the Rookie of the Year.

Why the attendance jab again? 1246 is a true number and not actually too bad for a Tues night game. Every team in this league struggles with attendance, especially during the week. Were you there? That place sounded like 12,000 when Sichy put the rebound over Collins' shoulder.

Whatever. We are in round two (with home ice) and you are waiting for next year...again!

Go Seals! And go SPHL-its better than nothing.

We'll Huntsville is about to cause yall Havoc... but Knoxville is gonna win the Finals this year

[slapshot_gurl21]

Ok newbie it was called a joke settle down a little bit. Yes the Antz did good but even coach Booth said in the paper today that the season was a let down after how they had started. I am not sure how many of the core players will be back next season because a lot of them are looking to move on(aka The next level). The paper even stated that Coach Booth was still up in the air about next year. So unless you are working for the team looks like we will all have to wait and see. Oh by the way maybe next year you could show up before the season was over



Newbie or not, why can't we all be on the same side? Even those who pull for different teams? I don't get it......I mean yeah, everyone gets a little excited and they talk big, then the winners talk more crap to the losers.....but why does it have to be like that? Yea, we lost.....woopdeedoo.....It was the worst possible end to an even harder season, but it was a good strong season. I admit it could've been worse (I.E. Jacksonville's season), but it was a good season, something to be proud of (and when the sting of that hard loss is gone Booth will remember this and think it too). Why do we have to turn on each other? Why can't we just be happy that there are more FireAntz Fans on here supporting the team? No matter how late in the season they came in....does that even matter? We are all here for the same reason (Fayetteville fans, Florida, Knoxville, etc) The love of hockey.......so why don't we show it and not argue (fight, joke, or how ever you wanna put it) about stupid stuff....the season is over now and nothing we do, no arguements we have with other people on here (FireAntz fans or not) will change it.

[#1 Guard Fan]

Group huggggggggggggggggggggg

[FireAntzFan06]

I agree, everyone should get along, newbie and the oldies. Being a newbie, I know I don't know everything about hockey, it just gets me down whenever someone downs the team. Yes I read what Booth had to say in the paper as well. But you can not win them all. I understand they had a tough season with injuries and all. But next year will be better and I'm ready for it to start!

Yes I did come in late in the season, but what can I say.....never knew I would like or should I say love hockey this much. My husband is already sick of hearing me talk about it. lol

All the Antz's fan take care and good luck to the other teams in the playoffs.

By the way, did anyone go to the post season party tonight?

[Guardfan3]

I went last night. I had a good time, there were at least 13 guys still in town that were there, plus the coach. (there may have been 2 more but I haven't been around them enough to recognize them in a casual setting.) A few said they would like to come back, and some may even be sticking around--Guard and Swampdogs fans, keep your eyes open, you might run into a hockey player or two. There were also a couple that mentioned they might not play next year at all. For some it is just time to grow up and get a real job with a stable income, they realize that they are not going to play much higher than this league. Coach did mention that his contract is up in a couple of weeks, so we will see what they do to keep him here. Brett will probably write something up once the deal is done. Hopefully, he can work out an agreement with McNaught, both Derek and his wife, Brenda, like the area and wouldn't mind staying. And lets be realistic, he is the best coach the Antz have ever had. This is the best group of guys that have ever dressed in Antz sweaters and it is because of his recruiting--as well as having his players help him recruit others, too. (okay, they are also the most fragile group of eggshells to take the ice, with someone getting hurt all the time, but they were still good.)

Dont really know how he will be able to keep a lot of these guys because of the salary cap--you can't expect them all to come back for the same amount they got this year. Also because of the vet limit. I think we had about 3-4 that have crossed into vet status since last year and some of those will have to go.

There is only one player the I can say with any certainty that he will not be back next year. He was not at the party last night, as he had already left. I don't know the details of what happened, but I am pretty sure that he left on bad terms, simply left. I am not going to name names on here, but anyone with any insight to the team will know who I am talking about.

It didn't really hit me last night until I was driving home, and then I got kind of sad, that I had probably just said goodbye to some of them possiby for good. And then today we cleaned out 2 of the apts from some of the ones that had already left. A few of the ones that were still here helped us, so we got a chance to talk to them briefly again. The ones that are not staying here should be out of town be Wednesday--except maybe the ones waiting around for medical reasons--but all the apts will be vacated and cleaned out by Thursday. Another BC member said today that this is the saddest day of the season for her, packing them up and clearing them out.

Well, the Antz season is over, and hopefully, even if we can't get most of the same players, if we can get Derek back behind the bench, we will most likely have a competitive team. I trust the decisions he made in the past and they usually worked out pretty well for us.

Now it is time to cheer on the Guard and later in the summer, the Swampdogs.

Sorry about the long post. Just my thoughts and observations on the season and opinions I gathered from talking to them at the party. See you all next fall, if not at football/bseball.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Was the player that wasn't there last night , Collins?... he just couldnt win big road games...Hopefully we are able to keep Fournier next season...and I've heard that we are getting different uniforms next year? mabye flames back on the Jerseys? Hopefully

[Guardfan3]

No, actually Collins was there, is planning on staying around here this summer and is planning on being here next year. Although I agree with you to an extent about the road games, I can't put all the blame on him. He only allowed 3 goals on the road in the playoffs, but our offense didn't score enough to offset those 3. Our boys scored 8 at home in one game and in the other 2 combined only got 1. The problem goes far beyond Collins when it comes to road games.

As for the new uniforms, I think they should keep these for at least another year. Yeah, the flames are cool, but I like this years look, as well. Keep these and in another year or two, they can change it again. It will help to sell more merchandise--people want the new stuff if they already have the old.

Fournier? Yeah, I wouldn't mind keeping him around. He really improved this year over the last seasons and I feel he played his role quite well. Of course, Ferguson stepped in and took a little of that responsibility away from him, but it never hurts to have 2 solid enforcers.

[Guardfan3]

Just checked the database and of our final roster, we have 4 that are now considered vets. So someone will have to go next year. Those are Troy Linna, Kory Baker, BJ Stephens, and Mike Fournier. Of those, I would have to let BJ go first, then if it came to it, Fournier would be next on my list. The leadership that Baker and Linna provided--on and off the ice--were way too valuable to let either of them go. Linna is considering not playing, so it may not be an issue, but I hope he does. Fournier played well, but I think others might have been more deserving of the C, and if we can keep Ferguson, and if Coulter gets healthy, then his job as enforcer is on shaky ground.

[FireAntzFan06]

Hum, it is sad. I was unable to go because my son had a baseball game, they were really bummed that they would not be able to attend. I would hate to see Jackson and Kormanyos not return. They are my sons heroes. They even sent bday cards to Stephens and Kormanyos since they have bdays in April like myself.

Well, whatever happens happens.

So GuardFan3 are you on the Booster Club? I was interested in joining next. Can you give me some info on it, if you are?

Thanks.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

So in the SPHL you can only keep 2 Vets? ...I really hope we keep atleast Fournier and Jackson...off the Vet list....but couldn't we just waive them then sign them back to the team ?

[Guardfan3]

Mike, the vet limit is 3 so we would only have to let one go if they all wanted to return. If we had sat Mike for 5 games he would have ducked the limit and it wouldn't have been an issue at all. Jackson has exactly one more year. If he sits out one or more games, next year, he can come back as a non-vet the year after. And no, we couldnt waive them and then sign them back. BJ came into our team this year as a vet, but only barely, he had 229 games when he joined us. If he had come to us with only 223, he would not have been considered a vet. So the way I understand it, if they join us with 223 or fewer, then they are a non-vet for as long as they play. If we release them and then try to sign them back, if they have played 224 or more, they would then be considered a vet.

FAF06 Yes I am a member of the BC. We really had a great year. I became a little more involved this year as I decided to sponsor one of the apts. It meant that I--along with a couple of other members--were the first points of contact if those in that apt needed anything. I enjoyed it and it allows you to get to know the players a little better.

We provided snacks for the bus for road trips, we furnished their apts, had a welcome party, T'giving dinner, Christmas party, and going away party. A couple of times we also provided supply bags, once at the beginning of the season, and again when they had that losing streak in Jan--to boost their spirits and let them know that we were still behind them. We also have a few fundraisers throughout the year to help with some of the expenses.

We have quite a few members but only a handful of active members. We could certainly use the extra hands if you are interested.

Check your PMs

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Thanks GuardFan3... So how much does it cost to join the BC?

[Mike4FireAntz34]

http://s15.invisionfree.com/Fay_FireAntz/index.php?

Hey #1GF remember me talking about a FireAntz board...well there it is... I haven't got a chance to finish it...and I would like everyone to sign up and help me get this board going for next season!!!!

I will make us a Fayetteville Guard Board , If everyone would like one!!!

[FireAntzFan06]

Mike, the vet limit is 3 so we would only have to let one go if they all wanted to return. If we had sat Mike for 5 games he would have ducked the limit and it wouldn't have been an issue at all. Jackson has exactly one more year. If he sits out one or more games, next year, he can come back as a non-vet the year after. And no, we couldnt waive them and then sign them back. BJ came into our team this year as a vet, but only barely, he had 229 games when he joined us. If he had come to us with only 223, he would not have been considered a vet. So the way I understand it, if they join us with 223 or fewer, then they are a non-vet for as long as they play. If we release them and then try to sign them back, if they have played 224 or more, they would then be considered a vet.

FAF06 Yes I am a member of the BC. We really had a great year. I became a little more involved this year as I decided to sponsor one of the apts. It meant that I--along with a couple of other members--were the first points of contact if those in that apt needed anything. I enjoyed it and it allows you to get to know the players a little better.

We provided snacks for the bus for road trips, we furnished their apts, had a welcome party, T'giving dinner, Christmas party, and going away party. A couple of times we also provided supply bags, once at the beginning of the season, and again when they had that losing streak in Jan--to boost their spirits and let them know that we were still behind them. We also have a few fundraisers throughout the year to help with some of the expenses.

We have quite a few members but only a handful of active members. We could certainly use the extra hands if you are interested.

Check your PMs

I'm interested in joining. I emailed the President last week or this week to get info, but have not heard back. So where does the money come from to help supply these players with snacks and so on. Do this come from the club and fundraisers, or do members pay out of pocket? Contact me at work and I will be happy to do what I can next year. pregister@hutchensandsenter.com.

Thanks! I'm already having hockey w/drawals. lol

[Guardfan3]

cost for the BC is $10 for individuals, or $25 for family of up to 4, with $5 for additional family members.

The snacks and stuff for the bus trips are usually donated by members. For a couple of trips--playoffs especially--there was not time to get enough together, so the BC did supplement the cost, but usually it is donated. The fundraisers usually pay for the locations for the Christmas party and T'giving dinner, the bowling alley for the welcome and end of year parties. T'giving dinner was potluck supplied by members, Christmas was catered, paid out of BC funds. Really it depends on how well the first fundraiser goes. Everything we do is dependent on making that successful.

I appreciate the interest in the BC. I do hope that y'all can join us and make next year even better than this one was.

[Ben "The Goalie"]

Just wondering do the players ever stop by the board to say anything? Do they know it exsist? And whats up with the board Mike4FireAntz34 created doesnt seem to be but 4 people signed on to that board it seemed there is alot of support for the team it looks like a nice board was put together there.
where are all the fans at? what kind of attendence do the games have?

[#1 Guard Fan]

So Ben you a player or what?

[Ben "The Goalie"]

Depends what you consider a player??? I have played hockey since I was 6 I am very competative probably in the best shape of my life and playing really well now,spending time with some X-CHLer's to be at my best by free agent camp time...if thats all yes I am a player....but I have yet to play one game in the pros I just finished 8 years with the military last year and have decided to take a shot at something for myself. And I always vowed that if I did make to any level of the sport I would want to be as conected to the fans as one can be....I have a pic in my profile its suppose to be my avitar but I cant get it on there.

[#1 Guard Fan]

Well for sure the Fireantz players are really close with the fans. I am glad to hear that you are getting ready for the FA try outs. Maybe you should stop by the Front office or email coach Booth before that time gets here. Just a little idea to put the bug in his ear. I know he will answer your email right back if you take the time and write him.

[Ben "The Goalie"]

Already done....Thanks...I will be at FA camp with fireants this October....just here trying to get insight on the team and fans. I currently live in texas(far from my home in Vermont)but will be in N.C. this October for at least 3 days, hopefully longer :D .

[#1 Guard Fan]

The team and fan base has gotten stronger over the past two years. Coach Booth is the first ever coach to be signed to a second contract. The fans here are really getting behind the team. It is great to see Hockey alive and well in the South. I think we will have another winning team this year. and hopefully you can be part of it.

[Ben "The Goalie"]

Well I look forward to the opportunity to play in Fayetteville....I have already been looking at house in the area to get an idea. I'll see if I can get a couple pics together and post them if intrested.

[slapshot_gurl21]

Just wondering do the players ever stop by the board to say anything? Do they know it exsist? And whats up with the board Mike4FireAntz34 created doesnt seem to be but 4 people signed on to that board it seemed there is alot of support for the team it looks like a nice board was put together there.
where are all the fans at? what kind of attendence do the games have?


I wish the players could be more invloved in things like message boards, but they already are very involved with the fans, so I can't complain. Over the two years I have been an Antz fan I have seen the fan base build as well. I hope it continues to grow. As to your question with attendance, the Antz had an average of 3,684 per game with a total of 103,179 for the season (which was the best in the league) last season.

I hope all goes well for you at the FA camp! :)

[Ben "The Goalie"]

here are a couple of pictures from a charity game I played in recently.

http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f45/benthegoalie/BenHockey18.jpg
http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f45/benthegoalie/BenHockey17.jpg
http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f45/benthegoalie/BenHockey15.jpg
http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f45/benthegoalie/BenHockey11.jpg
http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f45/benthegoalie/BenHockey9.jpg
http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f45/benthegoalie/BenHockey8.jpg
http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f45/benthegoalie/BenHockey2.jpg

[#1 Guard Fan]

Ben
Just never forget where you came from. I think some of the guys in sports forget where they came from. It is the fans that really can make or break you as a player

[Ben "The Goalie"]

There are a hundred things I could respond with from I agree pro athletes often forget why they are there...to...I agree with you 100%...
But all that really needs to be said is "I wont forget where I came from who I am and most of all I wont forget the fans are as important if not more than I am." and then I will prove it,Hopefully in in Fayetteville,N.C. Me and my family have done some looking into the area and really would like to spend sometime there.

Ben "The Goalie"

[#1 Guard Fan]

I think Fayetteville gets a bad rap sometimes but overall it has not been a bad place to live. I know I have been in some places that were not as good as here

[Ben "The Goalie"]

Good house prices,cost of living isnt too high comparatively, traveling can be done where you dont have to go too far but can do alot of things....the rest is what you make of it...there is hockey so it cant be all that bad and seems to be a great turn out as far as fans. We have a CHL team here and I dont think it as a turn out like Fayetteville.


Ben "The Goalie"

[#1 Guard Fan]

I can say this about the Fireantz and Fayetteville. I think they have supported each other more than other teams. Well hopefully you make the team Ben it would be cool to see you on the ice for us