‘Whether I think I can or I can’t – I’m probably right’

RINKRATS: 6.30pm game this Wed Oct 14.  We had our first ‘fight’ at hockey and unfortunately we will be without Kerrod for 1 week & Kris & John for 3wks!! We certainly didn’t start it & were disappointed with the outcome. I can just picture Paul getting the news…and on the 1^st week that he was away!

FFF: Good training & some fun scrimmage last week – thanks guys. I almost panicked last week when there were only 3 of us at 7.00pm – but it ended up being a really good night. Training & scrimmage this Friday Oct 16.

NEWS: Will have the dates of the playoffs real soon & they as usual will lead up to the Grandfinal & the official end of our season for 09. At this stage it will probably be  the 3on3 format with the Dragons, Demons & Knights going head to head. Would like to revive the Assassins if we can get the numbers – it is just easier with 4 teams.

See you Friday

Julie Staneke
0403 119 603

One only realises the value of water after it is all gone

RINKRATS: No game this Wed Sept 30 due to Nationals. “The last two weeks have seen two great contests played out by the Rink Rats. The Pine Rivers Fossils were the first team to take on the Rats, and to walk away having felt the sting of defeat. In what was an incredibly tight contest the Rats managed to come from behind late in the second half, finally finding their way past the seemingly impenetrable force of Fisher in net, to win the game 3 to 2. Next the Rats did battle with the Brisbane River Kings. This time they controlled the game from the very beginning. The second half saw the Kings try to rally, levelling the game at 3 all. But they were not prepared for the famous Rink Rat second half strength. The Rats piled on three goals in the time remaining, with the River Kings only able to manage one. The final score 6 – 4 to the Rats. This now marks the end of the second rotation and the Rats are looking very strong, with 10 wins and 4 losses. As it stands the Rats have only lost 1 game of the last 10 played. This week they take on the Bundamba Bombers at 9.30pm. Come and cheer them on!” – RRR

“The dust storm that struck the east coast of Australia this Wednesday not only left a mess on our cars and windows, but it also found it’s way onto the rink, creating one of the most slippery playing surfaces ever skated on. This was the scene for the latest match between the Rink Rats and the Bundamba Bombers. The two previous games between these teams has seen the Rink Rats finish on top with convincing wins on both occasions. Having their ability to out skate the opposition taken from them by the dust changed the balance of the game. The Bombers used their size and passing skills to their advantage to go ahead on the scoreboard by 2 goals before the Rats could muster a reply. This was repeated by Bundamba scoring another two goals to the Rink Rats one, then yet another with three minutes to go in the first half. A fantastic late comeback in the last 2 minutes of the first half saw the Rats score twice to bring the game back within reach. The score 5 – 4 at the half time buzzer. The second half was one of the tightest fought battles of the season, with the game level after the Rats again clawed their way back to equalise at 6 all, before Bundamba again snuck one past the Rink Rats defences. There was time for one last play to try and equalise once again. The Rink Rats, chewing on the dust and grit between their teeth, had control. Now was their chance. MacLean made a great pass up to O’Leary (27) deep in the oppositions territory. O’Leary (11) came tearing down the right hand side towards the net and received a cross goal pass from O’Leary (27). He gathered control, shot, and watched as the puck bounced off Goalie Canhams face shield and away from goal, all to the sound of the final buzzer ringing in their ears. The final score 7 – 6 to the Bombers. One of the highlights of the evening coming from the team captain, O’Leary (27) scoring a “Hat Trick” of goals and one assist. The Rink Rats next look to take on the brute force of the Rhinos on the 7th of October at 8.30pm. O’Leary (11) will step in to captain the team for the remaining games of the regular season, with O’Leary (27) away overseas, and we all wish him the best of luck leading the Rink Rats to the finals!” – RRR

FFF: Grandfinal this Friday – Dinosaurs vs The Abominable Snowmen vs The Jackson 5 vs The Smurfs. Team photos this week definitely!! I have seen Smurfs & Dinosaurs but nothing from the other 2 slacko’s!! Turn it up on Friday!!

NEWS: Daniel (Smith) unfortunately HAS cracked his rib and will be out for the next 6wks – a bad blow for The Smurfs. Graham & Michelle Sankey will be joining us this Friday night!! I don’t have everyone’s email addresses yet so if you are talking to anyone else please fill them in or get them to email me their address pretty please. Our annual general meeting will be this Friday as well – it will be short & sweet I promise – if you could arrive 15min early it would be appreciated. We will really need some extra players this Friday & 1 goalie – put out the word.

See you Friday

Jackson 5 is alive!!
Julie Staneke
0403 119 603

SMURFS vs ABOMINABLE SNOWMEN vs THE JACKSON 5 vs THE DINOSAURS!!!

FFF (Fun & Friendly Fridays): “The Fun & Friendly Friday Tournament kicked off this week in what was a fantastic first round enjoyed by all.  Four new teams came together, all embracing their new team mates, and giving it their all as they waged war through the evening.  The new teams include the green Dinosaurs, the white Abominable Snowmen, dressed in black the Jackson 5 and lastly the Smurfs in blue.  Keep an eye on the www.rinkratsaustralia.com for the results of the first round, soon to posted.   For any family and friends who have yet to witness first hand the speed and skill of our talented players, don’t hesitate to come and join us to cheer on your favourite team and enjoy a fantastic nights entertainment, full of action and excitement.  The Dinosaurs win the award for team spirit this week, having a supporters bench full of toy dinosaurs all roaring their support.  Check out the FFFT this Friday night Sept 11 from 7:30pm for all of the action of round 2!” – RRR

Please let me know if you cannot make it each week so i can get the reserves organised so that you are not letting your team down. Teams…

SMURFS: Paul, Daniel, Chainsaw, Matt & Josh in net

ABOMINABLE SNOWMEN: Kris, Angus, Lyndal, Kev & Twitch in net

THE JACKSON 5: Kerrod, Syd, Julie, Josh & John in net

THE DINOSAURS: Kylie, John, Mark, sam & Kiri in net

*** Hey guys we are thinking of extending this 3 on 3 because we didn’t want to have the final with a lot of our players away at nationals. It would be much more exciting to have everyone there. Could all players let me know their availability for Oct 2..also the Sankeys will be here for that night..let me know also how Sept 11 is?? Not sure how long you guys are at nationals.

RINKRATS: “The Rink Rats were back to their winning ways again this week, taking on the Sunshine Coast team, and coming out on top.  The Rink Rats bench was overflowing, with 11 players all ready to do their part to correct the errors of the previous week.  It only took a short while for the group to find their groove, falling behind two goals before beginning to show their hand.  By half time, the Rats had clawed their way into the lead.  This trend continued through the second half, with Sunshine outscored 3 goals to 2, and forced to concede defeat.  The final score 7 – 5 to the Rink Rats.  Highlights of the game include, Canham (44) and Wallin both with 2 goals, and MacLean with 1 goal and 1 assist.  Congratulations to the Rats who this Wednesday take on Pine Rivers at 6:30pm.  Don’t miss your opportunity to see them in action!” – RRR

JERSEYS: Anyone else want/need a new blue or white Rats jersey?? Don’t forget to keep an eye out for shirts you may want the logo on.

MISC: Thank you to Paul for holding the fort last Friday & to Matt for picking up the gear & to everyone who pitched in & helped – it is muchly appreciated guys.

Julie Staneke
RinkRats Inc
0403 119 603