SVCU comeback to win 10-4...

A one week hiatus in the bush tracking ungulates had little affect on the play of SVCU puck stopper Mike "Smitty" Smith. Spotting LP to an early 4-1 lead, Smith made a huge glove hand save that seemed to give the Old Tymer's a much needed spark. On the ensuing play the soft handed net minder went tape to tape to defense men Craig "Zammer" Zamzow who went end to end giving Smith his first helper of the year. The defensive duo of Warren "Wheels" Gray and Craig "Zammer" Zamzow combined for more than half of SVCU's offensive output, reminiscent of the early Oiler combination of Paul Coffey and Charlie Huddy. Making his SVCU debut, rookie power forward Rick "Whiskey" Liske Jr. was held scoreless, but made his presence felt in front of the oppositions net. Dana "Handcuffs" Harris provided some much needed back checking , playing a solid two way game. Warren "Clarkie" Clark showed the patience of a 50 goal scorer, as he out waited a sprawling LP goal keeper, and made no mistake hitting the top shelve . Rounding out the scoring for SVCU were Jeremy "Jake " Gray, Pat "Crash" Morden, and Rex "Golden Vet" Leach. Next week SVCU is on the road for a tilt with the Outlaws in Minitonas on Tuesday night, and host the Minitonas Logger's Wednesday night.

Genral Manger and Director of Hockey Operations pushes for training program...

Former SVCU all-star and current G.M and Director of Hockey Operations Dave "Stick Man" Bettesworth is pushing hard for a new?? and rather radical training program. "It's a combination of intense dry land training sessions, followed up with a very strict and essential carbohydrate replenishing schedule. " It was this exact type of training that kept Bettesworth up among the league's upper echelon for the majority of his playing career. "I feel that it's time for me to share all my personal training tips and experiences, If I'm going to help get this organization back on top." No current players for SVCU were available for comment.

Rick "Tetley" Reich records first win in over a year...

Coming off a stellar "Shut Out" performance, Mike "Smitty" Smith thought now was as good as time as any to go on a week long hunting expedition. Called up for the first time since being placed on the injury reserve list, Rick "Tetley" (as in more holes than a tea bag) Reich, admirably filled the void. Reich, a stand up goalie from a forgotten era, played superbly. Remaining on his feet for 59:45 out the 60:00, this somewhat unorthodox style seemed to stymie Silver Seven Shooters all evening. Rookie sensation Mike "Moves" Miller was a one man scoring machine. Netting seven plus goals himself, (many of them deemed highlight reel quality) the unselfish rookie continuously set the plate for line mates Chris "Lanks" Zamzow and Jeremy "OT Kid" Gray . Taking time out from his busy running schedule, SVCU blue liner Brian "Barnes" Minish was once again found floating in familiar territory for a major portion of the game. Reich was left wondering on more than one occasion if Barnes had changed his position to Denter. Next action for SVCU has them hosting L.P on Wednesday night.

Mike "Smitty" Smith shuts the door on the Logger's...

Picking up where he left off last season, Smitty recorded his first shut out the season. " The puck was like a beach ball , there was no way that I was letting anything pass me tonight" Smitty was quoted as saying.Icing eight skaters for the second consecutive week, SVCU had no problem finding the back of the net no less than 13 plus times.

S.V.C.U. starts season going 1-1-1 in first three...

After opening the season with a hard fought 2-2 draw with Raiders, S.V.C.U. followed up with a 10-5 loss at the hands of the Valley Outlaws. Looking for their first "W" of the season, a short benched S.V.C.U. squad skated to a 10-4 win over Action Old Timers. Warren "Wheels" Gray and Craig "Zammmer" Zamzow playing 60 plus minutes on the back end, skated as if in mid season form. Veterans Dennis "Surgeon" Bowles and Barry "Shooter" Eggie were a dominant offense force. Eggie, showing his shooting expertise, deposited a nifty backhand behind a sprawling Action goaltender. Mike "Smitty" Smith, although not having one of his busier nights, played a solid game between the pipes. Things seem to heading in the right direction, next up for S.V.C.U. are the Loggers from Minitonas.

Credit Union Announces 2008-09 Roster...

October 19, 2008

SVRHA Release 2008-09/002

For Immediate Release

Swan River, MB - The Credit Union Oldtimers are happy to confirm the 2008-09 roster
after a summer full of negotiations. Players requesting their outright release were Jason Ryden, Aaron Goethe, and Derek Henkelman.
Ryden, 36 has moved on to pursue work opportunities and promote the Communist Ideal.
Long heralded as one of the only dmen in CU's prominent 33-year history to lead the rush more often than Barnes. His quick feet, wicked shot, and ability to chastise officials will be missed.
Goethe, 30 only played one season with CU. Prior commitments to curling and a trapline limited Goethe to little action in 2007-08 and he has decided to step back until he is tourney "legal".
Henkelman, 32 of Swan River, MB played two seasons with the Noir, Rouge, et Blanc after an unimpressive career in the Kenville Flyers farm system. In two seasons Henkelman racked up 13 goals and 32 assists (and those are just the ones deposited behind Smitty). The Credit Union Oldtimers will miss his "famed" reverse and wish Derek the best in 2008-09 and hope he looks forward to the tenacious fore checking of Duke and Surgeon (buy ankle guards).
On the acquisition front, SVCU is happy to announce the following recruits...
Following a lengthy knee /back re-habs, Randy Mateika, 48 of Minitonas made a cameo in last spring's tourney and has since re-signed for the 2008-09 season. After a high scoring career on the Minitonas Eagles famed KMM line in the 90's, Mateika has shown he has the complete game with Credit Union as his tenacious fore-check is dreaded by opposing dmen.
Rick Reich, 52 of Swan River is another SVCU vet who returns after a 2-year layoff. Reich attempted to fulfill a lifelong dream by making the Canadian diving team in Beijing this summer,through diligent practice in his shop. Reich has been training hard with Claude Lemieux as they both attempt comebacks and find their previous stellar form. Teammates have long wondered if Reich's stand-up style is more related to his attempt to emulate Ken Dryden or if his is simply too "tight" to risk need to purchase new pads.
Rick Liske, 37 is attempting to follow in the illustrious foot-steps of his father Gerry who patrolled the SVCU wings in the mid-late 1970's. Liske, originally recruited a year ago, has an impressive resume that includes stops with the Swan River Optimists, Thompson King Miners, and Beausejour Comets. Liske who was overheard at the 2008 spring tourney as saying he could score 40 in figure skates will now have the added pressure to produce.
Dana Harris, 35 moved to Swan River a few seasons ago and with the "folding" of the local RCMP club, Harris was at the top of the SVCU recruiting list. Harris is well known for his blinding speed, "rifle" shot, and tireless fore check/back check. This may cause him with problems fitting in with this club of floaters but hopefully his efforts are contagious (and not his athlete's foot).
Mike Miller, 29 of Swan River is the second-half of our newly acquired "red serge" riflemen. Miller has shown lateral movement that rivals that of former Jet Dale Hawerchuk and is is expected to be a triggerman to add to an already potent SVCU offence. SVCU GM Dave Bettesworth is presently working "behind-the-scenes" for available birth certificates from the Witness Protection Programto massage Miller's birthdate prior to tourney time.

The season is just around the corner...

Craig "Zammer" Zamzow has reoccuring nightmare of Wedding Day !!