Playing in coach Dodman’s home rink growing up brought back a lot of fun memories for him and the Hurricanes were enjoying their game in the sunny Eastern Shore as well. Scoring early and often the whiteboard would get most of the day off as things went pretty much in the Hurricanes favor. When the Storm traded goalies they quickly realized that it wasn’t going to change much.

With the Hurricane turning up the heat, the rink was still surprisingly cold and the follicly challenged bench staff enjoyed the official “Toque Trial Day”. It was good to see the team find their way back to “Hurricane Hockey” though. Team speed, effort on the fore check and puck protection were all off the chart on a few shifts.

Power play goals and penalty kills all enjoyed success and simply put… the Hurricane were rolling. The vision was much better and everyone was getting chances with the return of more team play. The coaches became commentators reinforcing the good things they were seeing. Yes, it was a good day to be a Hurricane. And although we almost had the complete top ten plays of the week in one game we were happy to make the final Hurricane 9- Harbour Storm 0.  

With the Christmas break looming and the closing out of 2010 upon us it is a good time to reflect on the accomplishments that the Hurricane players have worked for and earned.

-Winning the opening tournament of the inaugural season of the NS Major Bantam Hockey League.

-Posting the best defensive record and most shutouts to date

-The best record at 22-2-0

-Champions of the ESSO Challenge Cup ending the Halifax Hawks three year winning streak

And although the players and affiliates have certainly done their part; having the best support team behind them in the stands goes a long way to contribute to their success.

On behalf of all of us behind Hurricane Hockey from owners, management, sponsors and staff we want to wish you a joyous and happy holiday season and all the best in the New Year!

Go Hurricanes!