Jets beaten by Blaze

October 28, 2008 by editor · Leave a Comment 

This weekend saw the Jets travel to the Coventry Skydome for the first time to face the high flying Coventry Blaze ENL side. Three weeks earlier Blaze soundly beat the Jets 8-2 at Hull Arena, with only 11 skaters making the trip to Coventry the Jets faced a daunting task.

First Period
The opening period saw the Jets get off to the worst possible start, conceding within the first 17 seconds of the period through a Lukas Szabo goal. The Jets terrible start was further compounded when Tom Ledgard doubled the Blaze lead just 7 seconds later, leaving the Jets trailing 2-0 after just 24 seconds.

Blaze extended their lead to three half way through the first period with Joe Henry adding the Blaze third goal at 10.13. Jets already short bench then received a blow then Jamie Cobley was assessed a 5+game penalty for an accidental high stick at 10.30.

Many at this point expected the game to resemble a cricket score come the 60 minute mark, however in true Jets fashion the team gave its all and battled on regardless. Three minutes before the end of the period Jets persistence paid off with Ben Lowe reducing the deficit assisted by Matty Jeffcock at 17.20.

Period shots: Blaze 15 Jets 10
Penalty Mins: Blaze 4 Jets 27

Second Period
The second period saw just two penalties assessed and as such end to end hockey ensued as the Jets searched for another goal. Dan Sayer finally beating Hartley at 34.31 to bring the Jets within one goal, while at the other end of the ice Karl Holmes kept the Jets in it turning away 21 shots in the period.

Period shots: Blaze 21 Jets 11
Penalty Mins: Blaze 2 Jets 2

Third Period
After 24 seconds of the opening period not many people would of expected the third period to start with the Jets just one goal behind. However Andy Daintith’s team have proved in the past they never quit and came out looking to take the game to the Blaze in the third.

Both sides had chances at each end before Joe Henry took a 2 minute minor for high sticking at 53.38 and Jets looked to add the game tying goal. However Tom Ledgard had other ideas extending the Blaze lead short-handed at 53.57.

Andy Daintith called a time out in an effort to rally his troops however a further two Blaze goals followed from Henry (55.54) and Szabo (56.46) as the Jets short bench began to run out of steam.

James Maughan added a late consolation for the Jets (57.59) assisted by Matty Jeffcock and almost completed a Gordie Howe hat trick in the dying seconds when a scuffle broke out between Jones and McWilliams from the Blaze and Cooper and Maughan from the Jets.

Period shots: Blaze 15 Jets 10
Penalty Mins: Blaze 42 Jets 20

Post Game
Andy Daintith: “We were missing a lot of guys today through work commitments and injuries, losing Jamie (Cobley) early on left us with just ten skaters however the lads came here and battled throughout causing the Blaze problems. Coming into the third period a goal behind we were looking to take something from the game, in the end though our tired legs caught up with us.”

Notes
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Jets Blast 18-10-08

October 18, 2008 by clint · Leave a Comment 

Our home opener saw us lose 5-4 to the Hawks on 13th September, with penalty trouble and a Wayne Slater hat-trick costing us a result.

Last weekend, Blackburn picked up 3 cup points with a draw at home to Flintshire, and a 7-5 win in Flintshire the following evening.

So far in the league, Blackburn have lost at home to Newcastle, Nottingham & Whitley Bay. They lost 5-3 in Billingham, and their only win was against us.

We are currently placed 6th in the 8 team league, but there is a worrying gap opening above us. We need two points this evening! Whitley Bay host Nottingham tomorrow night, in what should be a barn burner.

We have trained hard over recent weeks, and last weekend saw us put up a real challenge to Sheffield.
Sam returned to the team, but with Ben Milhench missing through injury, and Hacko, Jordan & Richie out, we were up against it. Sheffield had 20 players on the bench, and started brightly with a 2-0 lead (Manning & Barron goals) at the end of the first, out shooting us by 18 to 8.

A third Sheffield goal from Squires on 32:59 saw Sheffield switch off somewhat. Jets then kicked into life, and 2 minutes later Sayer moved in from the point, and remained composed as he fired home a powerplay goal after good work from Cobs & Flo. Holmsey was standing on his head by this stage, and although we piled on the pressure with 21 shots, Bowns conceded just the one second period goal. Period tied 1-1.

The final period ended 0-0, and we again out shot our visitors (17-7), and finished strongly.
Final score 1-3.

It was disappointing to learn before last weekends’ game that Jordan Davies had stepped down from the team. Jordan is one of a handful of players who had grown & improved through Kingston Junior IHC, and he had developed into a steady ENIHL defenseman…with a fierce shot! However, he’s decided that he wants to leave, so we wish him well.

Our line-up has seen many chops and changes so far, and once Andy is able to get the lads playing with regular line-mates, I’m sure we’ll see the season turn round. The dressing room benefits greatly from Andy allowing the lads to discuss their performances honestly & without fear. It’s great to hear Flo give his ideas and experience to the discussions, and great that the lads allow everyone to contribute. Everyone listens, something that was not always achieved last year. Contributions are about the team effort, and not the shortcomings of individuals. We are really growing together, as a unit. It will take some time for us to fully benefit from this, but the signs are there.

I spend a lot of time listening to Andy. His coaching style, and knowledge of the game are first class. However, I believe his dressing room manner, and the environment he creates have a major impact. He has quite literally started to turn boys into men.
If you get a chance, talk to Andy about the game…you’ll be most impressed, I’m sure.

Programme sales are rather low this season. I’m hoping that someone will step forward, and help us to sell them. Thanks to those who have tried. Every single pound helps KJIHC. Coach costs have increased dramatically due to raised fuel prices, and we do have an immediate need to claw in some cash.

One answer is to talk to friends at school, work, in the pub, and to invite them down to a Jets game.
Cubs, scouts, brownies, football teams, cricket clubs, youth clubs, societies…if you know any…invite them down. Speak with me and I’m sure we can arrange something special.
If you give their name to Tony in the penalty box, he’ll make sure they are welcomed. Every extra bum on a seat helps the team, both financially & inspirationally. Please do what you can…thank you!

See you for a beer afterwards?

Cheers!
Go Jets!

Clint.

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Sheffield 12-10-08

October 12, 2008 by clint · Leave a Comment 

Sheffield currently sit 4th in the league…with 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss. They come into Hull after an impressive brace of result last weekend. They drew 1-1 at home to Whitley Bay and then won 4-1 in Nottingham.

Their line-up is as impressive as ever, with the addition of my neighbour & ex-Jet David Pyatt. I’ve known David for quite a few years now, and he’s a good man!
One thing is for sure, we have to continue to keep the penalty count down. Blackburn were unable to do that a fortnight ago, and Sheffield thumped them 9-0.

In Southern League 1, last seasons’ foes Peterborough have yet to register a league win in 4 attempts!

Last weekend was one to get out of the way and move on for the Jets. We went into Billingham and struggled on another tight, badly prepared surface. We never really got going, and were shut out 5-0.

At home on Sunday, we worked hard but never really put a dent in a very well organised Coventry team. We lost 8-2, but the lads were really concerned after the horrible injury to Ben Milhench. A high-stick which looked rather accidental caught Ben in the mouth. This took his front teeth out and embedded them in his lower gum.

Knowing Ben as well as I do, I know he’ll be back in no time.

Thanks to Sam Daintith for helping with the trip to hospital.

The lads have worked very hard in training this week, and I’m sure you will see the results today.
Games at all levels between Sheffield & Kingston are always exciting, and todays game promises to be a good one. Thank you for being here for the game.

Enjoy the game!

Go Jets!

Clint.

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Jet Blast 05-10

October 3, 2008 by clint · Leave a Comment 

Last weekend saw us draw both games. On Saturday we welcomed Billingham Bombers, who had 19 players on the bench. Ben Milhench was unavailable, and we took an early lead through Flo at 4:07.
We spoke in the dressing room about our opponents slow start, and how they would come out like a different team for period two…and they did just that!

A powerplay Bombers goal on 22:40 was followed by two further goals on 23:11, and on 23:22. That’s correct…3 goals in 42 seconds…prompting a Time-Out to steady the Kingston ship.
We re-focussed at 3-1 down and hit 3 goals in 6 minutes to go in at 4-4.
The final period saw Ziggy grab his second of the game at 41:39, before Bombers tied the scores again through their captain Windridge at 48:22.

Sunday saw a very short bench ice at Solihull in the cup. Following our 8-6 defeat at home to Solihull the previous week, we had a pointy to prove. However, the team bus was almost empty with several players unavailable / ill.

To make matters worse, the ice surface was appalling. Pucks turned, twisted and bounced, with every puck having to be forced across the ice.

Solihull started the brighter, and lifted the large crowd when Ayers scored past Tristan at 2:07. They doubled the lead with a goal on 6:12 from their import Bakalar. Jeffo pulled a goal back, before Dean Tonks stretched the Barons’ lead to 3-1 at the break.

A chippy second period saw 11 minor penalties issued by Mr Evans. Jets for once seemed to keep their cool, as their opponents conceded excellent worked goals from Flo & Jeffo.
A Jets missed penalty shot on 50:10, and excellent reaction saves from Tristan in the closing moments, led to our first cup point. The 3-3 draw saw both coach & manager retire to the bar…before the coach ate his way through half of China.

The talk around the rinks is that this will be a wide open ENIHL league this year, with everyone taking points from each other. That will make for some great tussles, and an entertaining season.

Forward James Maughan has played most games supporting us in defence. That’s not an easy thing to do, particularly with some of the penalties we can pick up!
Well done James, and thanks for stepping up to the mark.

Matt Jeffcock has become a leader on the ice, and contributes positively with regular goals. His contribution on the bench, and in the dressing room is helping enormously.

Seen at training on Wednesday was Sam Cooper. He’s able to register now, and ready to commit again to the Jets defensive line.

Some fat bloke is asking for sponsorship as he attempts to lose 2 stones in weight. Please do what you can to sponsor him, and punch him if he’s seen with chips!
Proceeds are to be shared between KJIHC & NSPCC.

Thanks for being with us!
See you after the game in The Cat!

Go Jets!
Clint.
Ps…see you next Sunday as we welcome Sheffield. Face-off is at 5pm.

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