Standings

The standings after the first two weeks have been posted. It's far too early to make anything of the numbers but it is a little interesting that the army, which is known for its dynamic offense, is tied for 7th in goals scored after two weeks. Here is a look at how the early season is shaping up.

Here is a link to the standings:
http://www.baystatehockey.com/adults/leagues/burlington_summer/wednesday_standings.htm


The army is back at it this Wednesday night at 7:40, see you all at the rink.

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5.27.09 Post Game

The army was faced with a tough task playing the matinee 6:30 game last night. For the second straight week the team came out flat, finding themselves down 2-1 after the first. Unlike last week the army was unable to rally. Even with a spirited attack for most of the third period the army suffered its first loss of the season 4-3, bringing their record to 1-1 on the young season. I talked to some of the guys following the game to get their reactions to the seasons first loss. Click on the links below to listen to the audio.

Army Captain, Marty shares his thoughts on the tough loss
http://www.box.net/shared/tyykk7isek

Army forward, Vince says lack of power play goals key to loss
http://www.box.net/shared/cqg4ni21yh

Army defenseman, Morgan talks about the lack of effort from his clubs back end
http://www.box.net/shared/i9joam2pcf

Army goalie, Wallace says its just one loss, nothing to get too worried about
http://www.box.net/shared/r9c9ju4vlc

Army defenseman, Hog says he needs to be more offensive
http://www.box.net/shared/i7pjhtliu5

Army defenseman, Driscoll cites lack of preparation as a key
http://www.box.net/shared/vkapgem05m

Army forward, Piekos was unavailable to the media following the loss, the team is describing it as a "lower body ailment" but they didn't seem concerned. The army is back in action against the Groundhogs next week at 7:40 looking to get a new winning streak started.
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Game tomorrow 5/27

The Army looks to continue their hot start tomorrow at 6:30. The team will be hanging out in the parking lot, sharing a few sodas with those who wanna hang around. Feel free to bring down some memorabilia you'd like your favorite army member to sign. As you can see the grill will be going into the wee hours of the night...

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Post Game Wrap up Red Army v Alibrandi's 9-3 win 5.20.09

Red Army took a decisive victory to start the season last night. I caught up with some of the key members of the 9-3 victory while we shared a few pops in the parking lot. To listen to the audio click on the link and then click on the file in the pop up. We are working to make this easier.

Player of the game Josh Wallace
http://www.box.net/shared/01mcobhcao

Team Captain Marty on the opening of the season
http://www.box.net/shared/nudttef0ck

Stud defenseman Morgan on the slow start
http://www.box.net/shared/0ark43c6mi

Piekos on his goaltenders big effort
http://www.box.net/shared/4lv96gso4j

Vince and Bob talk about the start of the year
http://www.box.net/shared/ld6slq897j

Stay tuned all year for updates

SEASON OPENER!

Finally, the time has come. The Red Army season opener will be played Wednesday night at 8:50 at the Burlington Ice Palace, in Burlington MA. All are welcome to attend and I'm sure that there will be some festivities in the parking lot after the game. I'm sure we'll at least be hanging out and having a couple of "sodas" We'd love to have some fans show up and support the Army in their quest for the playoffs in the 2009 regular season. If anyone needs directions or information about the game, you can call me at 617-710-7467! Hope to see you all Wednesday night!

Red Army Preseason continued

The Red Army had another workout session, in Woburn this week. After a slow start, we seemed to find a quicker pace but it wasn't our best skate. It's beginning to show that the monotony of the preseason is wearing on us. Everyone on the team is geared up and anxious for the start of the regular season, May 20th.

Soviet Anthem

As you may have noticed, the Soviet Anthem is now available from youtube at the top of the page. I posted the English version. Let me know what you think.

As for the ARMY. We've been honing our skills over the past few weeks in Everett and Woburn. I must say that unless other teams in the Burlington league have a pre-season schedule like ours, then we must be the team to beat. Our forwards are having no problems finding the back of the net and our defense, which is backboned goaltender Josh Wallace, is having very few problems keeping the GAA down. Every week seems like another year this team has been playing together and we can't wait for May 20th and the season opener. Once again, we need as many fans as possible this year. Just comment on the blog and I'll post directions if necessary to the Burlington Ice Palace. Only a few more weeks!

Scrimmage tonight

The Red Army will be scrimmaging tonight at 9pm in Everett, MA. Come down to see the team in action. Expect another post with a game review

Red Army spring training, night 2

The second night is upon us. Tonight is the second night of practice for the upcoming 2009 red army hockey season. Although the full squad won't be in attendance again it will be good for some of us to shake the rust off from a long, and hazy/drunk winter. Somerville 8 o'clock....

The RED ARMY WANTS YOU!!!!

We are looking for some loud, obnoxious, loyal fans for our 2009 season!!! all you have to do is show up on Wednesday nights (a schedule will be posted with game times) and bring your favorite food and or beverage to enjoy in the bleachers or outside in the parking lot!!!

Bring your friends, make a day of it, it's always going to be good hockey, with good people which equals a good time for everyone!!! SEE YOU OUT THERE!!

Tonight is the night

Most of the Red Army will be getting together tonight for their first skate since last years playoff run. Everyone on the team is excited to get together and get back out on the ice. The Red Army season will be a bit shorter this year due to some much needed rehabbing of the rink in Burlington, MA. Keep returning in the next few days for some pictures and possibly player profiles uploaded onto the Red Army blog...