Everblades Remain in First, Unbeaten at Home
November 24, 2003 - ECHL (ECHL)
Florida Everblades News Release
The Florida Everblades claimed four points for the second consecutive weekend and remain in first place in their division after defeating the Florence Pride 5-3 and 3-1 at TECO Arena this past weekend. Florida forwards Brian McCullough, Keith Anderson and Brent McDonald are currently ranked in the top five in scoring in the ECHL. McCullough ranks first in the ECHL in points with 27 and goals with 12. Anderson is tied with McCullough in the ECHL goal scoring ranks with 12 goals. In related news, defenseman Jared Newman was recalled to Lowell (AHL) today and defenseman Peter Reynolds will be reassigned to Florida. The Blades take on the South Carolina Stingrays at 7:05 PM this Wednesday night in Charleston, SC to begin a four game road trip for Florida. 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. The show will be live on remote at the Naples location tonight with guest goaltender Rob Zepp!
UPCOMING EVENTS/PROMOTIONS AT TECO ARENA: Matchbox 20 is in concert at TECO Arena on Thursday, December 4th. The Everblades take on the Greenville Grrrowl on Friday and Saturday December 5th & 6th at 7:30 PM. 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)
Wednesday, November 26 @ South Carolina 7:05 PM/EST
GAME NOTES: This will be the first meeting between the two clubs this season. The Everblades are 23-9-6 all-time versus the Stingrays and 10-6-2 in Charleston, SC. South Carolina ranks in 5th place in the Southern Division. Florida was 5-3-2 versus the Stingrays last season.
Thursday, November 27 @ Greensboro 7:00 PM/EST
GAME NOTES: This will be the first meeting between the two clubs this season. The Everblades are 1-3-0 all-time versus the Generals and 0-1-0 in Greensboro, NC. Greensboro ranks tied for 2nd place in the Southern Division. Florida was 1-2-0 versus the Generals last season.
Friday, November 28 @ Roanoke 7:30 PM/EST
GAME NOTES: This will be the first meeting between the two clubs this season. The Everblades are 2-0-1 all-time versus the Express and 0-0-1 in Roanoke, VA. Roanoke ranks in 4th place in the Southern Division. Florida was 0-0-1 versus the Express last season.
Sunday, November 30 @ Florence 2:30 PM/EST
GAME NOTES: This will be the fourth meeting between the two clubs this season. The Everblades are 3-0-0 versus the Pride this season and 19-18-3 all-time versus the Pride. Florence ranks in 6th place in the Southern Division.
LAST WEEK'S RESULTS
Friday, November 21 vs. Florence 5-3 W
The Florida Everblades opened a two game series with a thrilling 5-3 victory against the Florence Pride in front of 5,284 at TECO Arena. After squandering a 3-0 lead Florida forward Brian McCullough picked up a rebound off a Brent McDonald shot and fired it into the top of the net to break a 3-3 tie with under three minutes remaining.
Saturday, November 22 vs. Florence 3-1 W
The Florida Everblades (10-3-3) completed the sweep of a two game series by defeating the Florence Pride (5-7-2), 3-1 in front of 6,375 at TECO arena.
EVERBLADES ITINERARY:
Monday: Practice 11 AM, 10 PM departure for South Carolina
Tuesday: Practice in Charleston, SC
Wednesday: Game @ South Carolina 7:05 PM EST (Sportsradio 770 AM)
Thursday: Game @ Greensboro 7:00 PM EST (Sportsradio 770 AM)
Friday: Game @ Roanoke 7:30 PM EST (Sportsradio 770 AM)
Saturday: Travel Day
Sunday: Game @ Florence 2:30 PM EST (Sportsradio 770 AM)
2002-03 EVERBLADES REGULAR SEASON NUMBER
Quick Stats
Overall Record 10-3-3 (1st)
Home Record 6-0-2
Road Record 4-3-1
Overtime Record 1-1
Shootout Record 1-2
Power Play 12th
Penalty Kill 19th
Leading Scorers
Brian McCullough 12-15-27
Keith Anderson 12-13-25
Brent McDonald 8-16-24
Reggie Berg 8-8-16
Matt Pagnutti 3-9-12
Leading Goaltenders
Jeff Maund 2.26 GAA, 6-1-0
Rob Zepp 2.76 GAA, 3-1-3
Plus/Minus Leaders
Reggie Berg +10
Brent McDonald +9
Brian McCullough +8
ECHL PLAYER OF THE WEEK NOMINATION: The Everblades ECHL player of the week nomination is forward Reggie Berg. The Anoka, Minnesota native registered two goals and two assists including the game winning goal on Saturday night this past week.
EVERBLADES IN THE COMMUNITY: On Wednesday, December 3rd three Everblades players will visit Bonita Springs Charter School from 12:30 - 1:45 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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