Seals see win streak halted
December 19, 2005 - SPHL (SPHL)
Florida Seals News Release
THIS WEEK:
TUE Dec. 20 SEALS @ Jacksonville 7:05 p.m. Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena
The Seals return to North Florida hoping to avenge Saturday's loss to the Barracudas. Florida looks to end their two game losing streak that started last week. Fans should keep their eye on left wing Steve Zoryk who has eight goals in seven games against the Barracudas this season.
Season Series: Seals lead 4-2-1 (Last Game: 5-4 loss @ JAX 12/17/05)
All Time Series: Florida leads 22-12-1
THU Dec. 22 Fayetteville @ SEALS 7:35 p.m. Silver Spurs Arena
A big showdown Thursday night happens at the Silver Spurs Arena. The first place Fayetteville FireAntz come to town for the third time this season. The Seals will look for a big win against the Southern Professional Hockey League's best team. Thursday will again be a "Thirsty Thursday." Fans can enjoy $1 beer specials during the game.
Season Series: Series tied 1-1-0 (Last Game: 4-1 WIN @ FLA 11/10/05)
All Time Series: Seals lead 10-3-0
FRI Dec. 23 SEALS @ Fayetteville 7:30 p.m. Crown Coliseum
Florida finishes off their home and home series with the FireAntz Friday night in North Carolina. This will be the first trip to Fayetteville for the Seals organization since Feb. 28, 2003. It will be the first time the Fayetteville FireAntz and Florida Seals play at the Crown Coliseum as the teams played under different names (Cape Fear and Orlando) during the 2002-2003 season.
Season Series: Series tied 1-1-0 (Last Game: 4-1 WIN @ FLA 11/10/05)
All Time Series: Seals lead 10-3-0
LAST WEEK:
TUE Dec. 13 Knoxville @ SEALS (5-2 WIN) 7:35 p.m. Silver Spurs Arena
Florida ran their win streak to seven games with the 5-2 victory Tuesday night at the Silver Spurs Arena. Florida's special teams led the way with two power play goals and one shorthanded goal. Florida took the lead just 36-seconds into the contest when Steve Zoryk continued his hot streak. Knoxville's Curtis Menzul tied the game up in the opening period before the Seals went on with two more goals of their own to take a two-goal lead into the locker room. The Seals opened up a four-goal lead in the third period before Knoxville added a late meaningless goal.
THU Dec. 15 SEALS @ Huntsville (3-1 loss) 8:05 p.m. Von Braun Center
The Seals saw their seven game winning streak snapped by the Havoc 3-1 in Huntsville. Florida didn't generate any offense until David Deeves wiped the goose egg off the scored board with less than two minutes remaining in the game. James Patterson, Jason deGuehery and former Seal Don Patrick who each had a goal, led the Havoc offensively.
SAT Dec. 17 SEALS @ Jacksonville (5-4 loss) 7:05 p.m. Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena
For the first time this season, Florida did not get a point when having the lead after two periods of play. The teams went scoreless in the first period before an offensive seven-goal explosion in the second frame. After coming back from behind twice in the second period, the Seals took a 4-3 lead into the third period. Playing a few players short in the final frame due to injuries and game misconducts the Seals ran out of gas and saw the Barracudas score twice in the final frame to claim the victory.
SEALS TIDBITS:
- Special $5 off discount for all Florida Seals season ticket holders to attend the "World Famous" Lipizzaner Stallions show at the Silver Spurs Arena. Show times are Tuesday December 27th at 7:30pm and Wednesday December 28 at 3pm and 7:30pm. Season ticket holders need to show their Season ticket holder ID at the Silver Spurs Arena Box Office to receive $5 off tickets for everyone in their group. This offer is available at the box office only. Box Office Hours are 10am to 4pm Monday through Friday and will be open on event and game nights as well. The Lipizzaner Stallions are steeped in history, having performed around the world since the 16th Century. Over the years, more than 23 million people throughout North and South America, Europe and Australia have seen this internationally acclaimed spectacle. Please note the box office is closed on the 23rd and 26th of December
- Every Wednesday, 7pm-Head Coach Tommy Stewart will be on the "Finish Line" on 740 The Team. Tune into the show hosted by Jerry O'Neil to hear what Tommy thought about the past week and what is ahead for the Florida Seals.
- Thu. Dec.22-"THIRSTY THURSDAY"-Florida welcomes another Thirsty Thursday crowd at the Silver Spurs Arena. Enjoy $1 beer as the Seals take on the first place Fayetteville FireAntz.
- Fri. Dec. 30-"GUNS âN' HOSES NIGHT"-The Seals welcome in all first responders free to the game on Dec. 30. Each police, fire and EMT will receive one free ticket to the game and their guests each get $4 off their tickets. Throughout the night, the Seals will have contests pitting each of the units against each other. Come cheer on your favorite first responder at the Silver Spurs Arena.
- Sat. Dec. 31-"NEW YEAR'S EVE BASH"-The Seals will hold their second jersey auction of the year with special 2006 jerseys. During the game, the fans can participate in a silent auction to get their very own Seals game worn jerseys. After the game, a handful of selected jerseys will be put to live auction.
- WEEKEND BROADCAST SCHEDULE-All games this week will be heard on Talk Radio 1190 WAMT. Thursday's game can been seen live at www.livesportsnetwork.com/sphl.
SEALS IN THE COMMUNITY
- Wednesday, Dec.21st - Give Kids the World Village Christmas Visit
- Wednesday, Dec. 21st--St. Cloud Rec. Fest 2006
- Friday, Jan. 6th- Mystery Reader Program
- Jan. 10th, 13th, 17th, 21st--NASCAR Preseason Thunder Fest at Daytona International Speedway
TEAM NOTES:
- The Seals have won seven of their last 10 games.
- Florida has picked up 19 points on home ice, second most in the SPHL.
- The team 2.91 goals against average is second lowest on the league.
- The Seals are currently on a six game home win streak.
STANDOUTS:
- STEVE ZORYK is tied for the league lead with 16 goals.
- JOHN GURSKIS is fourth in SPHL points with 28 (10G, 18A).
- ANDREW KATZBERG leads all players with 157 penalty minutes including 17 majors.
SEALS PLAYER OF THE WEEK:
- STEVE ZORYK-The Seals captain had a big five-point week. The Ottawa, Ont. native's three-goal week propelled him to a league leading 16 goals on the season. Saturday night Zoryk helped the Seals to a big second period against Jacksonville with two goals in less than seven minutes. This season Zoryk leads the Seals with his 16 goals and is second in points with 27.
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