Miami Manatees Making Waves
February 27, 2004 - SPHL (SPHL)
Miami Manatees News Release
This Weekend: The Manatees host the Alabama Slammers in only their fourth visit to South Florida this Saturday at 7:05pm at the Miami Arena. The Manatees season series against the Slammers
Head to Head Numbers:
Miami record: 2nd place in WHA2 (23-13-4) 50 pts
Alabama record: Tied 3rd place in WHA2 (23-17-3) 49 pts
Miami shots: 251
Alabama shots: 232
Miami goals for: 27 Goals
Alabama goals for: 21 Goals
Leading scorer against Alabama: Oak Hewer (5G, 7A) Kevin Swider (3G, 7A)
Leading scorer against Miami: Doug Lawrence (5G, 9A)
Miami goalie records: Sean Weaver (2-0-0, 2.00 GAA, .941 S%)
Alabama goalie records: James Ronayne (1-0-1, 2.40 GAA, .928 S%)
Strong Finish to Week: After dropping two games to the Loggerheads last Friday and Saturday, the Manatees came back with a vengeance by defeating the Barracudas and Seals by a combined score of 16-7. The Manatees hold sole possession of second place and are currently riding a 6-3-1 winning streak over the last ten games, and in the last 20 games have gone 13-6-1.
Hot Streaks: The Manatees are getting production from everyone on the team, with six players in double figures in points over the last ten games. Tom Kotsopoulos (8G, 10A), Oak Hewer (5G, 11A), Kevin Swider (3G, 12A), Greg LeColst (11G, 3A), Darcy Johnson (7G, 7A), and Steve Howard (1G, 11A) have provided offense from all angles.
The "Rat-Line" of Dan Donnette, Darren Cain, and Josh Liebenow honed their skills to equal effectiveness as well. Using their relentless energy and uncanny chemistry to cycle down low, they have amassed a combined 17 points combined over the past five games.
Goaltender Sean Weaver has only lost twice in his last 10 games, compiling a record of 5-2-1 in eight games and keeping the opponents at bay.
Chuck-A-Puck Mania: Take part in the craziness known as Chuck-A-Puck! Saturday you can get the chance to win a free DVD player and other exciting Manatees memorabilia for the low investment of only $1 per soft fake puck!
Deadly Home-Ice Advantage: The Miami Arena aura continues as the Manatees have the best home-record in the WHA2, only losing once in regulation at the Mangrove all season. The Manatees are 11 points behind the Barracudas for first-place, but the schedule is favorable with 11 home-games in the month of March.
Tailgating in Hockey?: There sure is, so make sure to join the Manatees Booster Club as they tailgate in parking lot #1 on the west side of the Miami Arena. The tailgate starts approximately at 5:30. Grill up some Seal and down some Slammers!
Post-Game Party: Seven Restaurant and Lounge is proud to host the Post-Game Party with the Manatees players. Starting approximately at 10:30, fans get one free drink with a ticket stub and one free appetizer with each table's food order. Watch exciting hockey action on over seven plasma screens and enjoy the fine food of Seven.
Seven Lounge is located at 7910 NW 25th St in Doral. Their phone number is 305-406-3555. For those heading to Seven after the game, take 836 west to 826 North. Take the next exit, NW 25th St, and head west for a half of a mile. Seven is located on the south side of the street.
Unbeatable Ticket Deal: For only $25, Manatee fans can get four hot dogs, four sodas, and four tickets to exciting Manatees action. Just go to the Miami Arena box office and ask for the 4 for $25 deal.
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