Blades Remain in First Place after 1-2-1 Week
December 15, 2003 - ECHL (ECHL)
Florida Everblades News Release
The Florida Everblades picked up three points this past weekend and remained atop the ECHL's Southern Division. Florida currently holds the second best record in the ECHL and the best record in the Eastern Conference (15-6-5 35 pts.) and is 9-1-3 at home this season. Forward Brian McCullough continues to rank first in the ECHL in scoring with 38 points and first in goal scoring with 17. The Blades take on the Florence Pride at 7:30 PM this Friday and Saturday night at TECO Arena. Everblades regular season games can be heard on Sportsradio 770 AM and on the Internet at www.floridaeverblades.com, www.ABC-7.com and www.NBC-2.com with the "Voice of the Everblades" Dan Guenther calling the play-by-play. The games can be also be heard inside TECO arena on 96.5 FM. 'The Gerry Fleming Coaches Show' presented by Stevie Tomato's Sportspage on Sportsradio 770 AM airs from 6:00 - 7:00 PM on Monday nights. Tonight's show will be at the Naples location on Shirley Street.
UPCOMING EVENTS/PROMOTIONS AT TECO ARENA: The Everblades take on the Florence Pride on Friday and Saturday December 19th & 20th at 7:30 PM. The Everblades College Hockey Classic returns to TECO Arena on Saturday and Sunday December 27th and 28th. Returning champion Maine along with Cornell, Notre Dame and Ohio State will participate in this year's tournament. For tickets to any of these upcoming events please call the TECO Arena box office at (239) 948-7825 x1000 or Ticketmaster at (239) 334-3309. For more information on upcoming shows please visit www.floridaeverblades.com and www.tecoarena.com.
THIS WEEK (All Times Eastern)
Friday, December 19th vs. Florence 7:30 PM/EST
GAME NOTES: This will be the fifth meeting between the two clubs this season. The Everblades are 3-0-1 versus the Pride this season. Florence currently ranks in 7th place in the Southern Division. Florida was 4-3-1 versus Florence last season.
Saturday, December 20th vs. Florence 7:30 PM/EST
GAME NOTES: This will be the sixth meeting between the two clubs this season and second game of the two game series.
LAST WEEK'S RESULTS
Tuesday, December 9th vs. Mississippi 2-3 L
The Florida Everblades (14-5-4) dropped their first home game of the year in regulation 3-2 to the Mississippi Sea Wolves (12-8-4) Tuesday night in front of 4,888 at TECO arena. Mississippi forward Brent Gauvreau had 2 goals and one assist.
Friday, December 12th vs. Columbia 5-3 W
The Florida Everblades (15-5-4) and the Columbia Inferno (13-6-2) opened their two game series with a spirited effort as the Everblades prevailed 5-3 over the Inferno in front of 5,418 at TECO arena. Both teams erupted for a combined five goals in the second period.
Saturday, December 13th vs. Columbia 3-4 OTL
The Florida Everblades (15-5-5) and the Columbia Inferno (14-6-2) wrapped up their two game series as the Inferno prevailed 4-3 in overtime against the Everblades in front of 6,324 at TECO arena. Chris St. Croix's shot from the point on the power play found it's way behind Florida goalie Jeff Maund at the 2:43 mark of the extra period.
Sunday, December 14th @ Columbus 0-2 L
The Florida Everblades (15-5-5) and the Columbia Inferno (14-6-2) wrapped up their two game series as the Inferno prevailed 4-3 in overtime against the Everblades in front of 6,324 at TECO arena. Chris St. Croix's shot from the point on the power play found it's way behind Florida goalie Jeff Maund at the 2:43 mark of the extra period.
EVERBLADES ITINERARY:
Monday: "Gerry Fleming Coaches Show" 6:00-7:00 PM 770 AM
Tuesday: No on-ice practice - Team Meeting
Wednesday: Practice 10 AM
Thursday: Practice 10 AM
Friday: Game vs. Florence 7:30 PM EST (770 AM)
Saturday: Game vs. Florence 7:30 PM EST (770 AM)
Sunday: Day Off
2002-03 EVERBLADES REGULAR SEASON NUMBER
Quick Stats
Overall Record 15-6-5 (1st)
Home Record 9-1-3
Road Record 6-5-2
Overtime Record 1-3
Shootout Record 1-2
Power Play 13th
Penalty Kill 20th
Leading Scorers
Brian McCullough 17-21-38
Brent McDonald 12-23-35
Keith Anderson 14-18-32
Reggie Berg 14-13-27
Carl Mallette 8-12-20
Leading Goaltenders
Jeff Maund 2.41 GAA, 8-2-1
Rob Zepp 3.02 GAA, 6-3-3
Plus/Minus Leaders
Paul Esdale +13
Reggie Berg +12
Ian Forbes +12
ECHL PLAYER OF THE WEEK NOMINATION: The Everblades ECHL player of the week nomination is forward Brent McDonald. McDonald registered three goals and three assists this past week and is second in the ECHL in assists with 23.
EVERBLADES IN THE COMMUNITY: On Wednesday, December 17th the entire team will be at the Children's Hospital at Health Park to deliver teddy bears to the children and to meet with their Swampee Heroes child from 4-6 PM. Please call (239) 948-7825 for information on Everblades upcoming community events or to have Everblades players visit your school.
TICKETS AND INFORMATION: TECO Arena Box Office is open from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Monday through Friday and 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM on Saturday. Individual Tickets can be purchased at the TECO Arena Box Office or at any Ticketmaster location. To order tickets by phone, call (239) 334-3309. For Season Tickets, Flex Packs or Group Tickets call the Everblades Ticket Office at (239) 948-7825.
EVERBLADES ON THE AIR: The "Voice of the Everblades" Dan Guenther hosts "The Gerry Fleming Coaches Show" from Stevie Tomato's Sportspage every Monday night on Sportsradio 770 AM from 6:00 - 7:00 PM. Everblades games can be heard on Sportsradio 770 AM and on the web at www.floridaeverblades.com www.abc-7.com and www.nbc-2.com Join the "Voice of the Everblades" Dan Guenther for all the play-by-play action. The Everblades pre-game show begins 15 minutes before face-off.
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