Take 5 with Lewy's Legion - Game Night

Published on October 29, 2010 under Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL)
Lewiston MAINEiacs News Release


He might be a rookie this year, but Dillon Fournier's calm and purposeful presence on the ice makes him seem a lot less green. Dillon says he has to make on-ice decisions much more quickly in the Q, but he was ready to bring his game up to this level. Part of his awareness and poise may come from having older brother and veteran MAINEiac Stefan Fournier on the team. Dillon says there haven't been many surprises about his experience in the league or in Lewiston, and that Stefan was spot on when prepping him about living away from home, knowing teammates, and knowing coaches. Dillon notes it helps he's been friends for a long time with some of the other players. When asked about past MAINEiacs he knows, Stefan Chaput comes to mind, and Dillon - even though he doesn't know the St. Louis goalie, quickly adds you have to notice (Jaroslav) Halak.

Being friends with the other guys doesn't get Dillon out of rookie responsibilities, though. He still has to pick up pucks, double up on the bus (where he and Chris Lalonde watch The OC and even hook the coaches' interest in the plot), and get all the gear on the bus after a road game. When asked how Stefan ended up carrying crates of water bottles to the bus in Baie-Comeau, Dillon admits he sometimes asks his brother for help. "It's harder to say no to your brother," Dillon explains, and he thanks Stefan for making his rookie role a bit easier.

In addition to Stefan, Dillon has a billet brother in Sam Finn. They're always hanging out, and their billets take good care of them. Of his billet parents, Dillon sincerely says "They're great! You couldn't ask for better."

Elaine Hemenway's chicken parm is Dillon's favorite meal, and Elaine knows just how much spice Dillon and Sam each prefer. It undeniably helps that Gary and Elaine Hemenway have two grown sons of their own. Their desire to see their MAINEiacs sons succeed in hockey and in life is genuine.

Of course Dillon has his own family back in the greater Montreal area, and he's looking forward to seeing them during the next road trip. His dad was in Lewiston earlier this fall, and his mom more recently made the trip. His younger brother - he also plays hockey - has yet to make it here, but his sister - who was tired of spending time at the rink and swims - has been here twice. Dillon does miss his 3 dogs (2 Afghan hounds and a cocker spaniel), but he hasn't yet convinced the Hemenways they need a dog.

Outside the rink, you'll find Dillon doing university course work (English classes are his favorite), at the gym before practice, catching a nap, or playing video games. On the ice, we're glad to have him! Welcome to the MAINEiacs Dillon!

-Many thanks to Dillon, Gary & Elaine, and Sam for sharing their home and time. A special thank you to Stefan Fournier for waiting to resume his video game with Dillon, while we did this interview! by Sarah Alto

Calling all MO Bro's and MO Sista's!

MAINEiacs MOvember Kick Off - Auburn City Council Meeting

Monday November 1st - 7:00 PM

This Monday at the Auburn City Council Meeting, The MAINEiacs will kick off MOvember to promote Prostate Cancer Awareness Month!

The entire MAINEiacs team will be in attendance for the scheduled chamber meeting, and Auburn Mayor Dick Gleason will formally declare the month of November as MOvember!

A challenge has been issued to both Auburn and Lewiston Council Chambers for who can grow the longest and most stylish moustache!

This is a great way for MAINEiacs fans to participate as well!

Register online with the MAINEiacs MOvember Team Site

and become a Team Member!

MONDAY is SHAVE DAY!

Tell your friends why you shaved, or why you are growing!

Come to the MAINEiacs home games in MOvember and see everyones MO!

Women are encourgaged to join MOvember to support your MO Bro as a MO Sista!

Prostate Cancer The Stats:

- 1 in 6 US men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer- a new case is diagnosed every 2.4 minutes.

- A man is 35% more likely to be diagnosed with prostate cancer than a woman is to be diagnosed with breast cancer.

- 218,000 men will be diagnosed in 2010 and 32,00 will lose their lives to the disease.

- Prostate cancer is over 90% curable -if detected and treated in its earliest stages.

- While there are cases of prostate cancer showing up in younger men, it is recommended that men begin an annual screening at age 50 and at age 40 if there is a family history.

SPAGHETTI SUPPER

BENEFIT FOR A CURE

In honor of Georgette & Leo Richard

Proceeds to St. Mary's Center for Cancer & the Richard Family

Saturday,

October 30 - 3pm - 7pm

Androscoggin Bank Colisee

Shipyard Lounge

$6

MAINEiacs Next 5 Games:

Fri 10/29 @ Drummondville 7:30 PM

Wed 11/3 vs. Quebec 7:00 PM

Fri 11/5 vs. Val-d'Or 7:00 PM

Sat 11/6 vs. Val-d'Or 7:00 PM

Sat 11/13 vs. Baie-Comeau 7:00 PM

Catch all of the action home and away on The L-A Harley Davidson / Lewiston MAINEiacs Radio Network : WEZR-AM 1240 (Auburn), WTME-AM 780 (Rumford), WKTQ-AM 1450(South Paris) and on the web at www.ez1240.com/maineiacs.html

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