OHL Guelph Storm

Storm City Weekly

Published on December 7, 2011 under Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Guelph Storm News Release


The Storm had three important inter-Conference games this weekend, starting when they hosted the Owen Sound Attack on Friday night. Then the team was off to Michigan, where they dropped a game on Saturday to the Plymouth Whalers but picked up two points in Saginaw on Sunday.

On Friday night, the Storm took on a team they were hoping to catch in the Divisional standings, the Owen Sound Attack. The Attack registered the only goal of the first period on the powerplay, but the Storm came back with a powerplay goal of their own by Scott Kosmachuk in the second to tie the game 1-1. The Attack however, struck early in the third period to regain the lead and then once more shorthanded. With Garret Sparks out of the net in the game's last minute, the Storm could not capitalize and Mike Halmo of the Attack would get his third of the game in an empty net. The Attack would take the game by a score of 4-1.

Kicking off their Michigan road trip on Saturday with a stop in Plymouth, the Storm engaged in a back and forth affair between a team that they have had mixed results with so far this season. Plymouth got on the board first with two goals, before Brock McGinn and Stephen Gaskin evened the score 2-2 to end the first. The second period saw no further edge for either team, as Zack Mitchell's short handed goal was countered by a Plymouth goal late in the period. Too quick goals opened the third, the first by Plymouth and the second by Cody McNaughton. The goal swap continued as Plymouth scored on a powerplay and then Mitchell would get his second of the game. The Whalers would respond soon after though, to pull ahead 6-5 and with netminder, Brandon Foote out of the net, they would ice the game with an empty net goal to make the final 7-5.

The Storm rolled into Saginaw on Sunday hoping to return home with a win. The Spirit, however would give the Storm a scare early, when they scored short-handed early in the first. From then on, however the Storm would take over the game, getting goals from Tanner Richard, Patrick Watling, McNaughton, Hunter Garlent, and Spencer Turcotte. The Storm won this game by a score of 5-1.

Storm Forecast

The Storm kick off this weekend with their annual Teddy Bear Toss, when they host the Barrie Colts on Friday night at 7:30 pm. On Saturday, the team will travel to Owen Sound to take on the Attack at 7:30 pm and then return to the Sleeman Centre for a Sunday afternoon start against the London Knights at 2:00 pm.

Tickets for Friday's game are still available and can be purchased online, or by calling the Storm Box Office at 519-837-9690 . Ask about our Weekend Pass!

Carstar Collision of the Month

Each week during the 2011-12 season, the Guelph Storm will name a Collision of the Game.

At the end of each month, fans will get the opportunity to vote for the CARSTAR Collision of the Month and eventually the CARSTAR Collision of the Year.

Voting is now open for the CARSTAR Collision of the month for November. Watch the video and decide who you think should win the CARSTAR Collision of the Month.

11th Annual Teddy Bear Toss

The Guelph Storm will be holding their 11th annual Teddy Bear Toss, presented by Brent Johnson of Wellington Motors, on December 9th when they host the Barrie Colts.

Fans are asked to bring new or gently used stuffed toys to be tossed onto the ice when the Storm score their first goal of the game next Friday. These bears will be given away to children in the community who may need an extra comforting friend this holiday season.

Guelph Storm Teddy Bear Toss Goals

Friday, December 8th. 2000: Guelph Storm 8 - Oshawa Generals 0 - goal scored by Charlie Stephens (9:11 First Period) - Attendance: 3,414

Friday, December 7th, 2001: Guelph Storm 4 - Brampton Battalion 4 - goal scored by Martin St. Pierre (17:27 First Period) - Attendance: 3,349

Friday, December 6th, 2002: Guelph Storm 0 - Brampton Battalion 4 - Attendance: 3,568

Friday, December 5th, 2003: Guelph Storm 2 - Owen Sound 2 - goal scored by Shane Hart (7:28 Third Period) - Attendance: 3,890

Friday, December 3rd, 2004: Guelph Storm 2 - Barrie Colts 2 - goal scored by Matt D'Agostini (7:24 First Period) - Attendance: 4,100

Friday, December 1st, 2005: Guelph Storm 3 - Windsor Spitfires 0 - goal scored by Matt D'Agostini (4:54 Second Period) - Attendance 3,976

Friday, December 1st, 2006: Guelph Storm 1 - Erie Otters 2 - goal scored by Jamie Arniel (8:52 Third Period)- Attendance 3,850

Friday, December 7th, 2007: Guelph Storm 3 - Saginaw Spirit 1 - goal scored by Brandon Buck (13:39 Second Period) - Attendance 3,880

Friday, December 5th, 2008: Guelph Storm 3 - Mississauga St. Michael's Majors 0 - goal scored by Peter Holland (6:14 Second Period) - Attendance 3,985

Friday, December 11th, 2009: Guelph Storm 8 - Owen Sound Attack 1 - goal scored by Matt Sisca (1:13 first period) - Attendance 3,579

Friday, December 10th, 2010: Guelph Storm 4 - Sarnia Sting 1 - goal scored by Richard Panik (5:54 second period) - Attendance 3,978

Town Hall Meeting

Following the game this Sunday, December 11th, the Storm will be holding the first Town Hall meeting of the season in Draught Picks restaurant.

Town Hall meetings allow fans an opportunity to interact with several members of the organization in a question period format. All are welcome to attend.

What's New at Spykes

Drop in for your Team Canada Merchandise!

Coach Scott Walker is off to the World Junior Championship and you can show your support for this year's team with Team Canada apparel from Spykes!

Also, don't miss "Thirty Years of the Game at its Best" by Gare Joyce, which chronicles the national junior team from 1982-2012. Each hardcover copy has been signed by Coach Walker and retails for $39.99. This is the perfect gift for the hockey fan who has everything!

Christmas at Spykes

Chances are you have a Storm fan or two on your Christmas shopping list, so be sure to stop by Spykes for exciting gift ideas! Help them bundle up from the cold with our selection of winter items, like jackets, hats, and scarves. Or get a 2012 Storm calendar to keep everyone on your list organized in the new year!

Spykes Sport Shop Holiday Hours

Monday, December 12th: 10am - 8pm

Tuesday, December 13th: 10am - 8pm

Wednesday, December 14th: 10am - 8pm

Thursday, December 15th: 10am - 8pm

Friday, December 16th: 10am - 8pm

Saturday, December 17th: 10am - Post-Game

Sunday, December 18th: 10am - 4pm

Monday, December 19th: 10am - 8pm

Tuesday, December 20th: 10am - 8pm

Wednesday, December 21st: 10am - 8pm

Thursday, December 22nd: 10am - 8pm

Friday, December 23rd: 10am - 8pm

Saturday, December 24th: 10am - 2pm

December 25th - 27th - CLOSED

Wednesday, December 28th: 10am - Post-Game

Thursday, December 29th: 10am - 5pm

Friday, December 30th: 10am - 5pm

Saturday, December 31st: 10am - 2pm

Sunday, January 1: 12pm - Post-Game

Your Next CHL FRIDAY NIGHT HOCKEY Match-Up on Sportsnet

Friday December 9 - Portland Winterhawks at Vancouver Giants (Sportsnet One, Sportsnet West, Sportsnet Pacific) at 7:00 pm Pacific

Next Home Game

Fri, Dec. 9th: Colts, 7:30 pm

Sun, Dec. 11th: Knights, 2:00 pm

Next Away Games

Sat., Dec. 10th: Attack, 7:30 pm

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