OHL Guelph Storm

Storm City Weekly

Published on February 29, 2012 under Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Guelph Storm News Release


The Guelph Storm took to the ice Friday night to face off against the Owen Sound Attack at the Sleeman Centre. Owen Sound opened the scoring in the first period with a goal from Daniel Zweep, but it wouldn't take long for the home side to answer back. Just 49 seconds later, Tyler Bertuzzi notched his 5th of the year. The second period was nothing short of exciting for the fans. The Storm would get on the board three times, including Daniel Poliziani's first goal of his OHL career. Owen Sound was able to score once in the second frame. The home side took a 4-2 lead to the dressing room. The Storm added two more goals in the third to win the game 6-2. The Storm Powerplay went 3/8, while Owen Sound was unable to capitalize with the man advantage going 0/5.

The team traveled to Sarnia Saturday night. Zack Mitchell opened the scoring at 1:46 of the first period, notching his 30th goal of the season. Francis Menard made the game 2-0 at 7:24. Sarnia cut the Storm lead in half just over a minute into the second period with a powerplay goal from Reid Boucher. Cody McNaughton regained the 2 goal lead for the Storm with a powerplay goal at the 14:55 mark. Sanria answered back with the man advantage in the third period with Ryan Spooner's 27th goal of the year. Sarnia went on to score two consecutive goals to take the lead. Jason Dickinson tied the game for the Storm, and it looked like the game was headed to overtime. However, Nail Yakupov scored with just 4 seconds remaining in regulation. Sarnia took the game 5-4.

For the second time in less than a week the Storm hosted the Kitchener Rangers. Looking for redemption following their 6-1 loss on Family Day, the Storm were ready to make a statement against their Highway 7 rivals. Hunter Garlent set the tone early with a powerplay goal at 2:12 of the first period. Kitchener answered back with a powerplay goal from Max Iafrate. Zack Mitchell ensured the home side would take a lead to the dressing room, and scored his 31st of the year just over a minute after Iafrate's goal. Scott Kosmachuk scored the only goal of the second period. The Storm powerplay would prove sucessful for the second time in the game with a goal from Menard at 7:44. Kosmachuk scored his second of the night to give the Storm a 4 goal lead. Kitchener would score twice in the last 5 minutes of the game, giving the Rangers fans something to cheer about, but Tyler Bertuzzi scored an empty net goal at 17:54 and the Storm took the game 6-3.

Player of the Week

The Guelph Storm announced that forward Zack Mitchell is the Player of the Week for the week ending Sunday, February27th.

Mitchell recorded six points, three goals and three assists in four games this past week. Held off the score sheet in a 6-1 home loss at the sold out Sleeman Centre on the Family Day Holiday, the Caledon native bounced back on Friday with a goal and two assists in the victory over Owen Sound. On Saturday in Sarnia, the 19 year old scored the first goal of the night in the 5-4 heartbreaking defeat versus the Sting. At home on Sunday afternoon against the Rangers, Mitchell was named third star for scoring a goal and an assist in a 6-3 win over the rival Rangers,

With six points on the weekend, Mitchell currently has 66 points in 57 games and leads all Storm players in points, goals (31) and assists (35). In his last five games, Mitchell has nine points, four goals and five assists.

Storm Forecast

The Storm head to Erie tonight to face off against the Otters in a midweek game. The team will return to the Sleeman Centre Friday night to host the Kingston Frontenacs at 7:30pm, and again on Sunday to host the Ottawa 67's for a 2:00pm puck drop.

Tickets for Friday and Sunday's games are still available and can be purchased online or by visiting or calling the Storm Box Office at 519-837-9690.

HELP US IN THE FIGHT AGAINST CHILDHOOD CANCER!

The Guelph Storm and the University of Guelph have teamed up to fight Childhood Cancer.

Storm players Spencer Turcotte, Cody McNaughton and Jason Dickinson have volunteered to shave their heads when we reach our fundraising goal of $1,000.

Fans can donate online by clicking here, and selecting a player.

You can also donate in person at the Fan Satisfaction Table behind Section 115 at Friday and Sunday's home games.

Thank you for your support!

Carstar Collision of the Month

Each week during the 2011-12 season, the Guelph Storm will name a Collision of the Game. Congratulations to Tyler Bertuzzi who won the hit of the month for December.

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 January. Watch the video and decide who you think should win the CARSTAR Collision of the Month.

Coach4Food Practices come to a close!

The fifth and final Coach4Food practice of the 2011-2012 season wrapped up last Thursday, February 23rd when the Guelph Jr. Storm Peewee AA team took to the ice at the Sleeman Centre. Storm players Ryan Horvat, Francis Menard, Kyle Pereira and Zack Mitchell along with Storm Assistant Coach Chris Hajt, and Guelph Gryphons Head Coach Shawn Camp ran the practice.

Visit Storm City on Facebook to check out all the great pictures from this year's practices!

In its first year running in Guelph, there was an overwhelming response from the teams that took part as over 11,500 pounds of food was collected.

Champions for Education School Visits:

Throughout the season, Storm players like to visit local elementary schools to present the Champions for Education program. They present the Fun Fit program which focuses on healthy active living, and why it is important as an athlete and a student. Players also present the Read to Succeed program to primary students and reinforce the concept of literacy, school, community, respect, excellence and anti-bullying.

This week players will travel to:

St. John Catholic School in Arthur

For more information on these programs, please visit our website or contact Sarah Twigger at stwigger@guelphstorm.com or by phone at 519-837-9690 ext. 10 4

25% OFF SALE!

Stay warm this winter with some great Storm gear!

Visit Spyke's Sports Shop and take advantage of these great savings!

25% off all Winter Hats and Select Outerwear, for a limited time only!

Stop by Spyke's Sports Shop for more details!

*Offer valid on in-store purchases only

BOOSTER JUICE GRAND OPENING!

Join us on March 3rd to celebrate the Grand Opening of BOOSTER JUICE at the Pergola Commons and Enjoy 2 for 1 smoothies all day long! There will be free samples, hot food and great prizes!

Storm players will be on hand at 2:00pm!

105 Clair Road East, Guelph.

Your Next CHL Match-Up on Sportsnet

Friday March 2nd @ 7:00pm

Oshawa Generals @ London Knights

This game will be shown live on Sportsnet Ontario, Sportsnet Pacific, Sportsnet East

Next Home Games

Fri.,Mar 2nd: Frontenacs, 7:30 pm

Sun., Mar 4th: 67's 2:00pm

Next Away Game

Wed, Feb 29th: Otters 7:00pm

Tues, Mar 6th: Rangers 7:00pm

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