Bombers Go 0-1 in Brief Week, Road Sojourn Awaits

Published on February 17, 2003 under ECHL (ECHL)
Dayton Bombers News Release


BOMBERS TO PLAY REMATCH WITH LEXINGTON; ALSO FACE RIVERMEN AND CYCLONES IN ROAD TILTS: Despite three-point efforts from forwards Jason Deskins (2-1) and Torrey DiRoberto (1-2), the Dayton Bombers fell 6-4 to the Lexington Men O'War on Sunday in the team's only game played over the weekend. The Bombers will play 13 of their final 19 games on the road, including the next five, all against Northwest Division foes. A rematch and final regular season meeting with the Men O' War is to be played on Tuesday, February 18 at 7:30 p.m. (7:15 p.m. broadcast time on www.daytonbombers.com in association with www.sportsjuice.com).

Below is a review of the Bombers' home game played on Sunday:

2/16/03- Lexington 6 @ BOMBERS 4

A 27-second span late in the second period, featuring two short-handed goals, was the difference in the Men O'War's 6-4 win over the Dayton Bombers at the Ervin J. Nutter Center. Trailing 3-2 and down a man, defenseman Joe Vandermeer fired a screen shot that beat Bombers goalie Shane Bendera at 18:23 to help Lexington tie the score. Then at 18:50 on the same Bombers' power play, Vandermeer fed Clair for a breakaway goal that put the Men O'War ahead for good. Clair and Marc-Andre Thinel added insurance markers for Lexington in the third period. The Lexington win spoiled three-point performances by linemates Jason Deskins (2-1) and Torrey DiRoberto (1-2). Deskins scored twice (once on the power play) in a 7:10 span of the second period that helped the Bombers erase a 2-1 deficit and give them a 3-2 edge. Deskins and Tom Nemeth set up DiRoberto in picture-perfect fashion for another man-advantage tally at 12:33 of the third. Fred Slukynsky scored the other Bombers' goal, a short-handed conversion which was his second and the team's 11th of the season.

BOMBER BITES: The Bombers' ten home short-handed goals leads the ECHL and is a new franchise record ... The Bombers play their next five, nine of their next ten, and 13 of their remaining 19 games on the road ... Center Jamie Ling is currently 9th on the all-time ECHL career assists list (345), just three back 8th place Phil Berger (348) ... The Bombers are 7-6-1 in their last 14 games and 5-3-1 in their last eight home contests, but have lost their last three games overall ... Goalie Shane Bendera enters the week fifth in ECHL goals-against average (2.64). He has started in 11 of the last 14 Bombers' games and appeared in 16 of the 19. He has allowed two goals or less in eight of his last 16 appearances ... Forward Chris M. Thompson has points in seven of his last ten games (7-8-15) ... Defenseman Tom Nemeth is tied for second in ECHL defenseman shots entering the week (184) ... Along with the Richmond Renegades, the Louisiana Ice Gators, and the Pensacola Ice Pilots, the Bombers lead the league in overtime wins entering the week (5). Forward Ryan Vince has two of the Bombers' five OT game-winners ... Ryan Vince has points in 23 of his last 29 games (16-15-31). He leads the team in goals (18) and first goals (5) ... W Chris M. Thompson leads the Bombers in multi-point games (13) and power play points (5-12-16) ... Including goalie Jayme Platt, who was briefly loaned to AHL Cincinnati this past week, eleven different Bombers have been beckoned by American Hockey League teams this season.

DOUG NOLAN AND RYAN VINCE TO APPEAR AT DUBLIN PUB ''BEHIND THE BENCH" COACH'S SHOW THIS WEDNESDAY FROM 6:30 P.M. TO 7:30 P.M.: The Dayton Bombers have joined forces with Dublin Pub (300 Wayne Avenue in the Historic Oregon District) and its new sister restaurant, "SCOR" American Eatery & Pub (Sugar Bell Plaza on State Route 725 in Bellbrook), to present the Dayton Bombers' "Behind the Bench" Coach's Show to be held live before a studio audience. The six-program run, featuring host/Bombers' play-by-play voice Matt Gorsky and the Bombers' all-time winningest Head Coach Greg Ireland, will kick off this Wednesday at the Dublin Pub (300 Wayne Avenue in the Historic Oregon District/ 224-7822) from 6:30-7:30 p.m. and will feature defenseman Doug Nolan and leading goal-scorer Ryan Vince as player guests. Fans are welcome to speak out at these events. Members of the live studio audience will get a chance to ask questions of the broadcast panel. "These fun, 'hockey get-togethers' in two unique restaurant settings will be truly interactive experiences, with fans able to 'rant and rave' in a specialized forum focused solely on the sport," said Gorsky. Head Coach Ireland added, "There is nothing like being able to discuss hockey with fans in a quality establishment. As a proud Irishman, I am particularly looking forward to the debut show at the Dublin Pub in the Historic Oregon District on Wednesday, February 19." Five shows at the new SCOR American Eatery & Pub, set to open later this month, will follow. Below is a list of the full show schedule with locations, all of which will be held from 6:30-7:30 p.m. on select non-game days throughout the rest of the season.

Wednesday, February 19, 2003 at the Dublin Pub, 300 Wayne Avenue in the Historic Oregon District (224-7822) featuring defenseman Doug Nolan and forward Ryan Vince

Monday, February 24, 2003 at the SCOR American Eatery & Pub at the Sugar Bell Plaza on State Route 725 in Bellbrook (848-7673)

Tuesday, March 11, 2003 at the SCOR American Eatery & Pub at the Sugar Bell Plaza on State Route 725 in Bellbrook (848-7673)

Wednesday, March 19, 2003 at the SCOR American Eatery & Pub at the Sugar Bell Plaza on State Route 725 in Bellbrook (848-7673)

Monday, March 24, 2003 at the SCOR American Eatery & Pub at the Sugar Bell Plaza on State Route 725 in Bellbrook (848-7673)

Monday, March 31, 2003 at the SCOR American Eatery & Pub at the Sugar Bell Plaza on State Route 725 in Bellbrook (848-7673)

Dublin Pub, located in Dayton's Historic Oregon District, is Dayton's only authentic Irish Pub and five-year recipient of the Perfect Pint Award. The owners of Dublin Pub are getting set for the grand opening of the SCOR American Eatery & Pub later this month. SCOR American Eatery & Pub will specialize in large portion lunches and dinners. The presenting sponsor of the Bombers' "Ultimate Sports Bar"/Bud Light $1 Beer Night at the Ervin J. Nutter Center on Saturday, March 22 (7:30 p.m.), SCOR American Eatery & Pub will provide 18 TVs for sports fans' enjoyment. SCOR's perfect draft pint system is what you can come to expect from the owners of Dublin Pub.

BOMBERS TO CONTINUE SPECIAL $5 RATE FOR ALL COLLEGE STUDENTS AND FANS 18 AND UNDER: For the rest of the 2002-2003 regular season, fans 18 and under as well as all college students who present a valid student ID can purchase a silver game ticket for $5.

PLAYER OF THE WEEK NOMINATION:

JASON DESKINS- Forward

1 game- 2 goals- 1 assist- 3 points- -1 plus/minus- 7 shots in team's 0-1 weekend

GOALIE OF THE WEEK NOMINATION:

SHANE BENDERA- Goalie

1 game- 0 wins- 1 loss- 30 shots- 24 saves- 6.10 goals-against average- .800 save percentage in team's 0-1 weekend

BOMBERS' TRANSACTIONS FOR WEEK:

02/09/2003 Delete TYLER SLOAN (D) placed on 7-day IR

02/13/2003 Delete JAYME PLATT (G) loaned to Cincinnati (AHL)

02/16/2003 Add TORREY DIROBERTO (LW) activated from IR

02/16/2003 Add JAYME PLATT (G) returned from Cincinnati (AHL)

BOMBERS' PRACTICE SCHEDULE/ITINERARY FOR THIS WEEK:

Monday, February 17, 2003- NO PRACTICE

Tuesday, February 18, 2003- 2:00 p.m. bus departure for Lexington, Kentucky; 7:30 p.m. game at Rupp Arena against Men O'War; Depart for Dayton after game

Wednesday, February 19, 2003- 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. practice at Sportstown in Centerville, Ohio

Thursday, February 20, 2003- 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. practice at Sportstown in Centerville, Ohio

Friday, February 21, 2003- 11:00 a.m. approximate departure for Peoria, Illinois; 8:00 p.m (EST) game at Carver Arena against Rivermen; Depart for Dayton after game

Saturday, February 22, 2003- OFF/TRAVEL DAY

Sunday, February 23, 2003- 12:00 p.m. departure for downtown Cincinnati, Ohio; 3:05 p.m. game at U.S. Bank Arena against Cincinnati Cyclones; Depart for Dayton after the game

BOMBERS' COMMUNITY APPEARANCE SCHEDULE:

No community appearances scheduled this week

BOMBERS' UPCOMING GAMES THIS WEEK:

Tuesday, February 18, 2003 @ Lexington Men O'War (7:30 p.m./7:15 p.m. broadcast time on www.daytonbombers.com)

The Bombers will play their final regular season head-to-head matchup with the Men O'War to kick off a five-game road sojourn and also attempt to avenge a 6-4 home loss to Lexington on Sunday. The Bombers will be searching for their first win of the season at Rupp Arena (0-2-1). Though the Bombers play three road games during the week, all are commuter trips (travel to the game, play the game, then return to Dayton).

Friday, February 21, 2003 @ Peoria Rivermen (8:00 p.m./7:45 p.m. broadcast time on www.daytonbombers.com)

The Bombers are 1-1-2 in games played against the Rivermen this season and are 0-1-1 in the tilts at Carver Arena in Peoria. Though the Bombers will have finished their regular season head-to-head series with division rival Lexington by Tuesday's end, they still have five games to play against the Peoria Rivermen, including the last three regular season games (March 28 @ the Nutter Center; March 29 and 30 @ Carver Arena).

Sunday, February 23, 2003 @ Cincinnati Cyclones (3:05 p.m./2:50 p.m. broadcast time on www.daytonbombers.com)

The Bombers will play their intrastate foes, the Cyclones, in a game that was originally scheduled for Saturday, February 22, but was pushed up a day due to a concert at U.S. Bank Arena. The Bombers' lone win against the Cyclones this season came in Cincinnati on January 11. Defenseman Jason Crain scored with less than a minute left and the Bombers goalie pulled to tie the game at three, then Ryan Vince got around Mike Casselman to beat Marc Kielkucki to give the Bombers a 4-3 overtime win. The Bombers will have three more meetings against the Cyclones after this game, all in an eleven day span during the second half of March, two at the Nutter Center and one in Cincinnati.

OTHER BOMBERS' UPCOMING GAMES:

Wednesday, February 26, 2003 @ Toledo Storm (7:00 p.m./ 6:45 p.m. broadcast time on www.daytonbombers.com)

Friday, February 28, 2003 @ Wheeling Nailers (7:30 p.m./ 7:15 p.m. broadcast time on www.daytonbombers.com)

Saturday, March 1, 2003 vs. Peoria Rivermen (7:30 p.m.)- PACK THE HOUSE Night; $1 Beer Night brought to you by Bud Light

Sunday, March 2, 2003 @ Johnstown Chiefs (2:30 p.m./ 2:15 p.m. broadcast time on www.daytonbombers.com)

Thursday, March 6, 2003 @ Pee Dee Pride (7:00 p.m./ 6:45 p.m. broadcast time on www.daytonbombers.com)

Friday, March 7, 2003 @ Charlotte Checkers (7:35 p.m./ 7:20 p.m. broadcast time on www.daytonbombers.com)

Saturday, March 8, 2003 @ Columbia Inferno (7:05 p.m./ 6:50 p.m. broadcast time on www.daytonbombers.com)

Sunday, March 16, 2003 vs. Cincinnati Cyclones (6:00 p.m.)- There will be a free pre-game skate on this Kids' Club Sunday presented by Capn' Bogey's.

Tuesday, March 18, 2003 vs. Trenton Titans (6:15 p.m.)- "Family Fun" Day. All Kids 12 and under can get in for free.

Friday, March 21, 2003 @ Toledo Storm (7:30 p.m./ 7:15 pm. broadcast time on www.daytonbombers.com)

Saturday, March 22, 2003 vs. Toledo Storm (7:30 p.m.)- Ultimate Sports Bar Night presented by SCOR- An American Eatery & Pub at the Sugar Bell Plaza on State Route 725 in Bellbrook (848-7673); $1 Beer Night brought to you by Bud Light

Sunday, March 23, 2003 vs. Cincinnati Cyclones (6:00 p.m.)- Kids 'Silly Sunday' presented by Capn' Bogey's featuring Shriner Clowns and more

Tickets for all Bombers' home games as well as corporate marketing packages are available through the Bombers' office by calling (937) 775-4747 or by logging onto www.daytonbombers.com, or by visiting the Nutter Center Box Office.

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