USHL Sioux Falls Stampede

Stampede Weekly Update

Published on December 14, 2009 under United States Hockey League (USHL)
Sioux Falls Stampede News Release


The Stampede (13-4-5) close out the unofficial first half of the season this week with three games in four days. It all starts on Wednesday when the Stampede host Waterloo before traveling to Fargo on Friday and then returning home Saturday to host the Lincoln Stars. All games are scheduled to start at 7:05 PM. After Saturday's game, the USHL will go on winter break for a week and a half, with games resuming on New Year's Eve. The Stampede currently reside in second place in the West Division.

The Stampede went 2-1-0 in three games last week. On Wednesday, the Stampede blanked the Fargo Force in Fargo 5-0 behind Clay Witt's 34 saves and second shutout of the season. On Friday, the Stampede tied a franchise record with five second period goals en route to an 8-2 thumping of Cedar Rapids. Josh Holmstrom, Jacob Johnstone and Mike Voran all scored twice in the win. On Saturday, the Stampede allowed six goals in the first period and fell 9-2 at Omaha. Matt Lindblad tallied both goals for the Herd.

$1 HOT DOGS WEDNESDAY NIGHT!

Thanks to SMG/Sioux Falls Arena fans can enjoy hot dogs for just $1 this Wednesday night when the Herd host Waterloo. Come see the Stampede battle the Black Hawks and enjoy a hot dog for just a buck!

CHILI'S WE WIN/YOU WIN SATURDAY NIGHT!

This Saturday is another "We Win/You Win" promotion with Chili's of Sioux Falls! Should the Stampede secure a victory over the Lincoln Stars, all fans in attendance will receive a coupon for "Free Chips & Queso" with any entrée purchase at Chili's of Sioux Falls on West 41st Street.

"Pepper in some fun" this Saturday night with the Herd because if the Stampede win, you win!

STREAKING SEXTON TO APPEAR ON INSIDE STAMPEDE HOCKEY

Former Stampede forward Dan Sexton (2006-07) has five points (4g, 1a) in his first five NHL games. After being held scoreless in his first two games with the Anaheim Ducks, Sexton tallied five points in his next three games.

The Apple Valley, MN native posted his first two career NHL goals in a 4-3 shootout win over Dallas on Tuesday. On Thursday, Sexton recorded a goal and an assist in a 3-2 overtime loss at Detroit. Sexton finished the week by scoring the Ducks first goal in a 3-1 win at Columbus.

Sexton is scheduled to appear "live" on Inside Stampede Hockey today on KWSN-AM 1230 to talk about his experience. Inside Stampede Hockey airs from 5-6 PM on KWSN and online at www.kwsn.com.

TROPP LEADS NCAA IN SCORING

Another former Stampede forward is making some noise nationally. Corey Tropp of the Michigan State Spartans leads the NCAA in scoring with 27 points (16g, 11a) in just 20 games. This past weekend, Tropp recorded six points in a weekend sweep of Bowling Green.

On Friday, Tropp tallied the game tying goal and then help set up the overtime winner in a 3-2 OT win. On Saturday, Tropp recorded a hat trick and assisted on another in a 4-1 win over the Falcons to complete the weekend sweep. Tropp's six points almost assures him CCHA Offensive Player of the Week honors when the award is announced later today.

"I've just been fortunate," said Tropp after the game. "I think anyone in our locker room is capable of getting that late goal. I've been on a lucky string and hopefully that can carry over in the second half."

Like Sexton, Tropp was a member of the Stampede's Clark Cup championship team in 2007. He is currently in his junior season and an assistant captain with the Spartans.

STAMPEDE HOLIDAY SALE CONTINUES

With the holiday's just around the corner it's time to start thinking about a special gift for that big Stampede fan in your family! This week is your last chance to take advantage of the Stampede's 20% off merchandise holiday sale. All Stampede merchandise will be 20% off for this Wednesday's home game versus Waterloo and Saturday against Lincoln.

In addition, anyone who purchases $50 or more in Stampede merchandise will receive a Stampede ticket voucher good for any remaining Stampede home game as well as a coupon from Culver's.

The sale is valid only for gifts purchased at the Sioux Falls Arena on game nights. Arena doors open at 6:15 PM each of the two remaining home games.

VANEK, SABRES ON VERSUS TONIGHT

For the third straight week former Stampede star Thomas Vanek and the Buffalo Sabres will play on Versus-TV (Midcontinent Channel 71). Tonight, the Sabres travel to Montreal to face the Canadiens at 6:30 PM (Central). The Sabres are one of the hottest teams in the league, winning two straight and seven of their last nine games.

The wins have the Sabres (19-9-2) in first place in the Northeast Division with 40 points. Vanek is tied for third on the team in scoring with 20 points (9g, 11a) in 28 games. After tonight, the Sabres will travel to Ottawa on Wednesday to face the Senators before returning home Friday to host the Maple Leafs.

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