The Bombers, optomistic due to a restructured C league ended up instead taking one on the chin last night falling to a new look Metro Fire team 7-0. The Bombers had their usual fun but could not get past the Fire and their new lineup. Metro Fire has essentially become a Madison High School alumini team and all that good coaching from D'anna and Auld is coming back to haunt the storied franchise. Especially considering the one Madison player poached by the Bombers has gone missing of late.
No real need for a Bomber Box Score on this one-on to a 3 game week next week-Monday v Scandic, Wednesday vs Chiefs and Sunday vs Chiefs.
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Monday, April 27, 2009
Winter '09 Superlatives
The Bomber Hockey Club did not fare as well as hoped in the Winter 2009 season, but hey-they looked sharp anyway.
We did see some changes to the leaders this year with Superstar Johnny Z winning his first scoring title from the D-line- our own Bobby Orr! Another perennial category leader was beaten out this year as Bobby Calvano yapped his way to the penalty minute title. In another oddity, Jimmy Lawson had more assists than goals-good work #18.
The GM would like to aknowledge the Lady Byngers as well-
Rober
Bochner
Senior
Richie
Rosenberg
Seargent Smith
Big G
and Adam.
All these guys received zero penalty minutes for the season. This reporter has just one thing to say "How'd they do that?"
As you will see we weren't big on the scoring but here are the complete season ending stats.
Points
11- John Zimnoch
10- Jim Lawson
8- Tony D'anna
8- Mike Rosenberg
5- Bill Auld
4- Bob Calvano
4- Rich Moss
3- Gary Simpson
3- Adam Lapinski
2- Rob Auld
2- Dave Bochner
2- Neil Van der horn
1- Mark Bochner
Goals
6- John Zimnoch
5- Tony D'anna
5- Mike Rosenberg
4- Jim Lawson
3- Rich Moss
2- Bill Auld
2- Bob Calvano
1- Rob Auld
1- Mark Bochner
Assists
6- Jim Lawson
5- John Zimnoch
3- Bill Auld
3- Tony D'anna
3- Mike Rosenberg
3- Gary Simpson
3- Adam Lapinski
2- Dave Bochner
2- Bob Calvano
2- Neil Van der horn
1- Rob Auld
1- Rich Moss
Penalty Minutes
22- Bob Calvano
20- Bill Auld
12- Jim Lawson
8- Tony D'anna
4- Dave Bochner
4- John Zimnoch
4- Neil Van der horn
2- Brian Kostrowski
Goals Against Average (min 2 games)
Josh Burke- 4.82
We did see some changes to the leaders this year with Superstar Johnny Z winning his first scoring title from the D-line- our own Bobby Orr! Another perennial category leader was beaten out this year as Bobby Calvano yapped his way to the penalty minute title. In another oddity, Jimmy Lawson had more assists than goals-good work #18.
The GM would like to aknowledge the Lady Byngers as well-
Rober
Bochner
Senior
Richie
Rosenberg
Seargent Smith
Big G
and Adam.
All these guys received zero penalty minutes for the season. This reporter has just one thing to say "How'd they do that?"
As you will see we weren't big on the scoring but here are the complete season ending stats.
Points
11- John Zimnoch
10- Jim Lawson
8- Tony D'anna
8- Mike Rosenberg
5- Bill Auld
4- Bob Calvano
4- Rich Moss
3- Gary Simpson
3- Adam Lapinski
2- Rob Auld
2- Dave Bochner
2- Neil Van der horn
1- Mark Bochner
Goals
6- John Zimnoch
5- Tony D'anna
5- Mike Rosenberg
4- Jim Lawson
3- Rich Moss
2- Bill Auld
2- Bob Calvano
1- Rob Auld
1- Mark Bochner
Assists
6- Jim Lawson
5- John Zimnoch
3- Bill Auld
3- Tony D'anna
3- Mike Rosenberg
3- Gary Simpson
3- Adam Lapinski
2- Dave Bochner
2- Bob Calvano
2- Neil Van der horn
1- Rob Auld
1- Rich Moss
Penalty Minutes
22- Bob Calvano
20- Bill Auld
12- Jim Lawson
8- Tony D'anna
4- Dave Bochner
4- John Zimnoch
4- Neil Van der horn
2- Brian Kostrowski
Goals Against Average (min 2 games)
Josh Burke- 4.82
Monday, April 20, 2009
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Bombers Win!
The Bomber Hockey Club is on a roll. And the proof was in a solid 3-2 victory over the powerhouse "should be in B league" Mountaineers. The Bombers never trailed in this game, utilizing a strong forecheck and responsible D zone play.
Jimmy Lawson filled in on the Time Line with Rober' and Mike Rosenberg and the trio had 5 points on the night. Rosenberg scored 2 goals on the night off sharp feeds from his Time linemates.
Although not up front, Bill Auld still saw fit to set up fellow "Fun Liner" Tony D'anna on a pretty second period goal. D'anna's seeing eye shot found light between the goalkeeper and the net was his fifth of the season.
Josh Burke was razor sharp in the contest allowing only 2. The Bombers held strong after the Mounties mounted a comeback scoring on a fluke goal with 1:58 remaining in the 3rd period. The goal will officially go down as the slowest goal ever to be scored against the Bombers as the Mountie player was unaware of where the puck was and failed to shoot but faked everyone out just enough to score the goal.
State Electric Power Performers of the Game
1st Star
Mike Rosenberg 2g
2nd Star
Josh Burke
3rd Star
John Zimnoch 1a 2PIM
Bomber Box Score:
Goals:
Rosenberg (4,5)
D'anna (5)
Assists:
Lawson 2
R.Auld
B.Auld
Zimnoch
Penalties:
D'anna-2min hook
Zimnoch-2min trip
Calvano-2min unsports.
Jimmy Lawson filled in on the Time Line with Rober' and Mike Rosenberg and the trio had 5 points on the night. Rosenberg scored 2 goals on the night off sharp feeds from his Time linemates.
Although not up front, Bill Auld still saw fit to set up fellow "Fun Liner" Tony D'anna on a pretty second period goal. D'anna's seeing eye shot found light between the goalkeeper and the net was his fifth of the season.
Josh Burke was razor sharp in the contest allowing only 2. The Bombers held strong after the Mounties mounted a comeback scoring on a fluke goal with 1:58 remaining in the 3rd period. The goal will officially go down as the slowest goal ever to be scored against the Bombers as the Mountie player was unaware of where the puck was and failed to shoot but faked everyone out just enough to score the goal.
State Electric Power Performers of the Game
1st Star
Mike Rosenberg 2g
2nd Star
Josh Burke
3rd Star
John Zimnoch 1a 2PIM
Bomber Box Score:
Goals:
Rosenberg (4,5)
D'anna (5)
Assists:
Lawson 2
R.Auld
B.Auld
Zimnoch
Penalties:
D'anna-2min hook
Zimnoch-2min trip
Calvano-2min unsports.
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
A Big Thank You From RVHFH
The Raritan Valley Habitat for Humanity sent the following thank you note to the Bomber Hockey Club. The GM of the Bombers asked that it be proudly shown here for all the fans of the "Storied Franchise"
April 8, 2009
Dear Bombers,
On behalf of Raritan Valley Habitat for Humanity, I want to thank you for taking the time to organize and play in the charity event! The fans were so excited! The event was a great success and not only brought us over $13,000 net but it afforded us great exposure within the community. The Courier News certainly found the event media savvy!
We can’t thank you enough for all you have done for our organization and for such a fun day!
Our plans to expand our building program are well underway. Last summer we dedicated the first four of eight homes in Franklin Township and the next four are well underway. At the same time, we are installing a road in Bridgewater for a nine home development that we will start later this year. The next project will be in Hunterdon County, where we are developing a project for eight homes in Kingwood. Our focus is not just on the houses, it is also on the many more families we are able to serve because of generous supporters like you.
All of us at RVHFH are committed to helping more hard-working families build better lives by building their own modest, affordable homes. We thank you for your support and participation in our work.
In a spirit of partnership,
Lisa Fielding
Corporate & Community Relations Manager
The Bombers in turn would like to extend their thanks to the fine partnership, support and quality work done by RVHFH.
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Winner of BVD Signed Jersey Announced!!
The signed jersey from the 2009 Charity Hockey Classic was initially to have been given away to Mike Gilbert Sr in an effort to quell the pain of being injured for the game. But the player turned coach of the event declined because he informed us that he had already received a signed jersey from the 2007 Classic.
Well that was my mistake and because of this every one who has not yet received such a jersey is back in the running for the prized piece of Bomber history. With names like Chico Resch and Ken Daneyko along those of all your Bomber heroes it will surely become a collector's item
The voting was done by a third party auditor and was conducted in deepest secrecy. These pictures below prove the authenticy and care that went into the selection. So with out further delay the recepient of this year's Charity Hockey Classic Jersey is:
Thursday, March 26, 2009
The Charity Hockey Classic or Chico and Stanley go to the Rink to Build a House (part two)
Ok, back to the action. Player introductions (the Bombers and then these guys: Bruce Driver, Rob Skrlac, Randy Veleschek, Grant Marshall, Rob Laferriere, Sergei Starikov, Jim Dowd, Ken Daneyko and Chico Resch (are you kidding me), national anthem and Bill and Bruce line up at center ice for the Ceremonial puck drop in front of the Stanley Cup (are you kidding me?!?!)
And one minute 22 seconds later the Devil Alumni fire their initial salvo to claim their 4th consecutive Charity Hockey Classic with a goal by Alumni substitute Rob Laferriere. Rob would trade goals with NJ hockey legend, Jimmy Dowd, as the Alumni built a 4-0 lead with only 10 minutes played in the first.
The Bombers were able solicit a roar from the crowd when halfway through the first period Bill Auld found himself on a breakaway against the great Chico Resch. But at the last second he spotted linemate Tony D'anna chasing close behind. A drop passed served as a deke for the Captain and D'anna was there to rifle a twisted wrister that rang of the corner of the post and crossbar.
The period ended Devils Alumni -5 , Bombers almost 1.
The second period saw the Bombers light up Chico Resch with 4 goals (are you kidding me?). The Bombers "Fun Line" each managed to score in the period-Bill starting the scoring early in the second off a pass from D'anna, then Bobby Calvano burying the puck into an empty net again on a pass from D'anna -this time while prone to the ice and behind the net. TD finally got one of his own,skillfully depositing a rebound past childhood idol, Chico.
Chico, so enthralled by the scoring display mobbed TD and his linemates much to the chagrin of his Alumni captain Bruce Driver. "Hey #1" shouted Driver. "Remember what color your wearing" Bruce said with a smirk. Chico must have taken this as a challenge as he tried to carry the puck himself up the ice on the next possession. The crowd appreciated the effort as did Mark Bochner who scored into the vacant net when his linemates -Rich Moss and brother Dave fed him a pass after cornering Resch and stealing the puck.
The Time Line failed to score in the second stanza, but they were not without their own highlights. An apparently busted wheel was the only thing that stymied the high flying trio of Rosenberg, Rober' and Simpson. Big G provided his own drama this day by tumbling loudly into the boards for no apparent reason on numerous occasions as an open line mate watched in disbelief. "I didn't have time to get my skates sharpened" Big G would later say. Referring to his friends showman like tendencies, Rosenberg surmised that although he had a few miss steps his friend still found the spotlight. "I'm just saying!"
Unfortunately for the Bombers hard working D group of Zimnoch, Van der horn, Smith and Lapinski but fortunately for the fans who came to see their Devil heroes-the Bombers 4 second period goals were countered by 7 Devil Alumni tallies. Rob Skrlac opened the period with 2 goals in 2 minutes, Mr.Devil, Ken Daneyko deftly added 2 of his own (making that like the 50th goal he has scored in the 4 Classics), Rob Laferriere got his third of the night, and Velischek and Marshall notched one apiece .
The Bombers juggled lines in the third period moving Rober' to the Fun Line and Bobby Calvano to the Time Line in an effort to increase scoring. And it worked as the Bombers exploded with . . . one in the third. The final Bomber goal by Charity Hockey Classic rookie Adam Lapinski currently stands as the last ever goal scored against Chico Resch in competitive play. (if you could call it that!!)
After Bruce Driver scored his obligatory goal in the third, Jimmy Dowd capped off his 4 goal affair with the final two goals of the day.
The horn sounded to end the game and while the teams met at center ice for the final group picture, Chico astutely summed up the Bomber performance like this. "If it weren't for the 1st and 3rd periods and part of the 2nd, you guys would have had us!!".
On to the team photo-but wait-where is the star of the show-Lord Stanley? Not to worry, Rob Skrlac was on the case and he summoned a mobbed Cup Keeper to bring on the hardware. And Phil was up to the task even though throngs of spectators still awaited their picture with the cup.
It was an opportunity that all were not ready to pass by. The elite Devils players, NHL pros, had as giddy a gleam in their eyes as did the rag tag Bomber squad. One group enthralled by the chance to view history in its tangible form, the other group equally enthralled by the tangible history they were in some way a responsible for.
The final score turned out to be 16-5 in favor of the favorites but more importantly the capacity crowd was thrilled, the hockey was entertaining, and the money raised was substantial. Substantial in its amount- nearly $15,000- and in its purpose-building affordable homes for those who otherwise would be unable. That is a trophy in and of itself for the future Raritan Valley Habitat for Humanity homeowners -a trophy that shines as bright and provides as much personal history as the other trophy in the room.
Thanks to all who supported this event!!
Game notes:
The attending media voted the three stars of the game .
3rd Star: Bill Auld from the Bombers
2nd Star: Jim Dowd -NJ hockey legend
and the
1st Star: the happiest guy in hockey
#1 Chico Resch
Apparently Neil Van der horn has family in the media as he was on the front page of the Courier news Sports section. See all his and a few others photographs taken by the Courier News staff at
http://www.mycentraljersey.com/apps/pbcs.dll/gallery?Site=CN&Date=20090315&Category=NEWS02&ArtNo=903150802&Ref=PH&Params=Itemnr=1
Note the story that the Bombers pushed to the bottom of the page.
Jim Lawson missed the days festivities when his flight from California was redirected to Chicago due to mechanical difficulties. Really, it's true- he says.
Bomber goalie Josh Burke faced 49 shots in 45 minutes of play
The Bombers had a coaching staff for the game but were somehow missing their stickboy when the Gilbert's, Junior and Senior managed linechanges for the storied franchise.
The party room upstairs was buzzing this year as Daneyko, Dowd, Driver,Skrlac, Marshall and Laferriere attended the postgame festivities.
Chico Resch was still in his goaltenders equipment an hour after the game, graciously signing autographs for all who asked.
Randy Velischek after the game vowed to return for what would be the Fifth Charity Hockey Classic
And one minute 22 seconds later the Devil Alumni fire their initial salvo to claim their 4th consecutive Charity Hockey Classic with a goal by Alumni substitute Rob Laferriere. Rob would trade goals with NJ hockey legend, Jimmy Dowd, as the Alumni built a 4-0 lead with only 10 minutes played in the first.
The Bombers were able solicit a roar from the crowd when halfway through the first period Bill Auld found himself on a breakaway against the great Chico Resch. But at the last second he spotted linemate Tony D'anna chasing close behind. A drop passed served as a deke for the Captain and D'anna was there to rifle a twisted wrister that rang of the corner of the post and crossbar.
The period ended Devils Alumni -5 , Bombers almost 1.
The second period saw the Bombers light up Chico Resch with 4 goals (are you kidding me?). The Bombers "Fun Line" each managed to score in the period-Bill starting the scoring early in the second off a pass from D'anna, then Bobby Calvano burying the puck into an empty net again on a pass from D'anna -this time while prone to the ice and behind the net. TD finally got one of his own,skillfully depositing a rebound past childhood idol, Chico.
Chico, so enthralled by the scoring display mobbed TD and his linemates much to the chagrin of his Alumni captain Bruce Driver. "Hey #1" shouted Driver. "Remember what color your wearing" Bruce said with a smirk. Chico must have taken this as a challenge as he tried to carry the puck himself up the ice on the next possession. The crowd appreciated the effort as did Mark Bochner who scored into the vacant net when his linemates -Rich Moss and brother Dave fed him a pass after cornering Resch and stealing the puck.
The Time Line failed to score in the second stanza, but they were not without their own highlights. An apparently busted wheel was the only thing that stymied the high flying trio of Rosenberg, Rober' and Simpson. Big G provided his own drama this day by tumbling loudly into the boards for no apparent reason on numerous occasions as an open line mate watched in disbelief. "I didn't have time to get my skates sharpened" Big G would later say. Referring to his friends showman like tendencies, Rosenberg surmised that although he had a few miss steps his friend still found the spotlight. "I'm just saying!"
Unfortunately for the Bombers hard working D group of Zimnoch, Van der horn, Smith and Lapinski but fortunately for the fans who came to see their Devil heroes-the Bombers 4 second period goals were countered by 7 Devil Alumni tallies. Rob Skrlac opened the period with 2 goals in 2 minutes, Mr.Devil, Ken Daneyko deftly added 2 of his own (making that like the 50th goal he has scored in the 4 Classics), Rob Laferriere got his third of the night, and Velischek and Marshall notched one apiece .
The Bombers juggled lines in the third period moving Rober' to the Fun Line and Bobby Calvano to the Time Line in an effort to increase scoring. And it worked as the Bombers exploded with . . . one in the third. The final Bomber goal by Charity Hockey Classic rookie Adam Lapinski currently stands as the last ever goal scored against Chico Resch in competitive play. (if you could call it that!!)
After Bruce Driver scored his obligatory goal in the third, Jimmy Dowd capped off his 4 goal affair with the final two goals of the day.
The horn sounded to end the game and while the teams met at center ice for the final group picture, Chico astutely summed up the Bomber performance like this. "If it weren't for the 1st and 3rd periods and part of the 2nd, you guys would have had us!!".
On to the team photo-but wait-where is the star of the show-Lord Stanley? Not to worry, Rob Skrlac was on the case and he summoned a mobbed Cup Keeper to bring on the hardware. And Phil was up to the task even though throngs of spectators still awaited their picture with the cup.
It was an opportunity that all were not ready to pass by. The elite Devils players, NHL pros, had as giddy a gleam in their eyes as did the rag tag Bomber squad. One group enthralled by the chance to view history in its tangible form, the other group equally enthralled by the tangible history they were in some way a responsible for.
The final score turned out to be 16-5 in favor of the favorites but more importantly the capacity crowd was thrilled, the hockey was entertaining, and the money raised was substantial. Substantial in its amount- nearly $15,000- and in its purpose-building affordable homes for those who otherwise would be unable. That is a trophy in and of itself for the future Raritan Valley Habitat for Humanity homeowners -a trophy that shines as bright and provides as much personal history as the other trophy in the room.
Thanks to all who supported this event!!
Game notes:
The attending media voted the three stars of the game .
3rd Star: Bill Auld from the Bombers
2nd Star: Jim Dowd -NJ hockey legend
and the
1st Star: the happiest guy in hockey
#1 Chico Resch
Apparently Neil Van der horn has family in the media as he was on the front page of the Courier news Sports section. See all his and a few others photographs taken by the Courier News staff at
http://www.mycentraljersey.com/apps/pbcs.dll/gallery?Site=CN&Date=20090315&Category=NEWS02&ArtNo=903150802&Ref=PH&Params=Itemnr=1
Note the story that the Bombers pushed to the bottom of the page.
Jim Lawson missed the days festivities when his flight from California was redirected to Chicago due to mechanical difficulties. Really, it's true- he says.
Bomber goalie Josh Burke faced 49 shots in 45 minutes of play
The Bombers had a coaching staff for the game but were somehow missing their stickboy when the Gilbert's, Junior and Senior managed linechanges for the storied franchise.
The party room upstairs was buzzing this year as Daneyko, Dowd, Driver,Skrlac, Marshall and Laferriere attended the postgame festivities.
Chico Resch was still in his goaltenders equipment an hour after the game, graciously signing autographs for all who asked.
Randy Velischek after the game vowed to return for what would be the Fifth Charity Hockey Classic
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