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I agree that the Rams defense will need help, they are basically left with kids that have a year of varsity experience (state experience as well), but that alone will not help them because from what I have seen they are not fast enough nor big enough to compete with a team like Hill had this year.[/quote]

GolferRam07 wrote:I agree that the Rams defense will need help, they are basically left with kids that have a year of varsity experience (state experience as well), but that alone will not help them because from what I have seen they are not fast enough nor big enough to compete with a team like Hill had this year.

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Well, let's not throw them under the bus. It isn't like Hill was the first team to try to rough them up. Normally, however, the Rams had an answer--it's called a 30%+ powerplay. Their power play wasn't getting it done this time against Hill, and they consequently panicked and got away from disciplined play. We'll never know--and, it doesn't matter at this point--but I believe the boys were actually better than Hill and would have won a series.

So, defense is a weakness...how about putting some hot-shot forward, perhaps one with some size and great stickhandling skills back on D. (It helps if he skates backwards well, too! ) Heck, look at Gardiner, before this year he played how many games on defense? Not too many...but he was a huge asset for Tonka.

Well, let's not throw them under the bus. It isn't like Hill was the first team to try to rough them up. Normally, however, the Rams had an answer--it's called a 30%+ powerplay. Their power play wasn't getting it done this time against Hill, and they consequently panicked and got away from disciplined play. We'll never know--and, it doesn't matter at this point--but I believe the boys were actually better than Hill and would have won a series.

So, defense is a weakness...how about putting some hot-shot forward, perhaps one with some size and great stickhandling skills back on D. (It helps if he skates backwards well, too! ) Heck, look at Gardiner, before this year he played how many games on defense? Not too many...but he was a huge asset for Tonka.

I wasn't throwing them under the bus, but as for a forward coming back to play 'D' if Landman is still around I would like to see what he could do back there. I know he is a workhorse and will benefit the team wherever he is placed, but you might see a player like Kevin Erickson move back, he has speed as well as the ability to put the puck in the net.

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UpNorthStars wrote:Would you say that roso's future looks brighter? After getting completly outclassed by the cities teams this year?

I would say the futue of hockey in Roseau looks very bright. Rinks full of kids of all ages dreaming of a chance to compete at the X for there community. After all isn't that what it's all about?

I wouldn't say they were outclassed by the City teams, I would say they were out played. Hopefully they learn from it, and do what it takes to have a chance in the future.

I would suggest dropping a single A team such as Warroad from the schedule and playing some quality AA teams.

OGEE OGELTHORPE wrote:

UpNorthStars wrote:Would you say that roso's future looks brighter? After getting completly outclassed by the cities teams this year?

I would say the futue of hockey in Roseau looks very bright. Rinks full of kids of all ages dreaming of a chance to compete at the X for there community. After all isn't that what it's all about?

I wouldn't say they were outclassed by the City teams, I would say they were out played. Hopefully they learn from it, and do what it takes to have a chance in the future.

I would suggest dropping a single A team such as Warroad from the schedule and playing some quality AA teams.

Perfect assessment OGEE!

Neutron 14 wrote:

OGEE OGELTHORPE wrote:

UpNorthStars wrote:Would you say that roso's future looks brighter? After getting completly outclassed by the cities teams this year?

I would say the futue of hockey in Roseau looks very bright. Rinks full of kids of all ages dreaming of a chance to compete at the X for there community. After all isn't that what it's all about?

I wouldn't say they were outclassed by the City teams, I would say they were out played. Hopefully they learn from it, and do what it takes to have a chance in the future.

I would suggest dropping a single A team such as Warroad from the schedule and playing some quality AA teams.

Perfect assessment OGEE!

Okay, it would be stupid to drop a Warroad game from the schedule. Warroad is almost always a good game, even on "down" years--and they are 20 miles away--if anything play them another time, like in a scrimmage, if nothing else. Also, I think they could play teams like GF Red River or Central more than once, whichever team is better on a given year. Gotta play the good teams that are close by...

Since I live in "da cities," I would love to see them make another trip down here to beat up on some spoiled city kids. I realize that it is expensive--and it sucks staying in hotels (I hate it at least...maybe the kids don't). Somehow, they have to entice a couple of good city teams to make the drive up North...and they'll learn what it is like to sit on a bus for 8 hours and then try to perform with cramped legs. Most teams wouldn't fare so well...

5th Line Center wrote:

Neutron 14 wrote:

OGEE OGELTHORPE wrote: I would say the futue of hockey in Roseau looks very bright. Rinks full of kids of all ages dreaming of a chance to compete at the X for there community. After all isn't that what it's all about?

I wouldn't say they were outclassed by the City teams, I would say they were out played. Hopefully they learn from it, and do what it takes to have a chance in the future.

I would suggest dropping a single A team such as Warroad from the schedule and playing some quality AA teams.

Perfect assessment OGEE!

Okay, it would be stupid to drop a Warroad game from the schedule. Warroad is almost always a good game, even on "down" years--and they are 20 miles away--if anything play them another time, like in a scrimmage, if nothing else. Also, I think they could play teams like GF Red River or Central more than once, whichever team is better on a given year. Gotta play the good teams that are close by...

Since I live in "da cities," I would love to see them make another trip down here to beat up on some spoiled city kids. I realize that it is expensive--and it sucks staying in hotels (I hate it at least...maybe the kids don't). Somehow, they have to entice a couple of good city teams to make the drive up North...and they'll learn what it is like to sit on a bus for 8 hours and then try to perform with cramped legs. Most teams wouldn't fare so well...

OK, the Warroad part went over your head how long have you been in "da cities"

OGEE OGELTHORPE wrote:

5th Line Center wrote:

Neutron 14 wrote: Perfect assessment OGEE!

Okay, it would be stupid to drop a Warroad game from the schedule. Warroad is almost always a good game, even on "down" years--and they are 20 miles away--if anything play them another time, like in a scrimmage, if nothing else. Also, I think they could play teams like GF Red River or Central more than once, whichever team is better on a given year. Gotta play the good teams that are close by...

Since I live in "da cities," I would love to see them make another trip down here to beat up on some spoiled city kids. I realize that it is expensive--and it sucks staying in hotels (I hate it at least...maybe the kids don't). Somehow, they have to entice a couple of good city teams to make the drive up North...and they'll learn what it is like to sit on a bus for 8 hours and then try to perform with cramped legs. Most teams wouldn't fare so well...

OK, the Warroad part went over your head how long have you been in "da cities"

Ah, you got me! A little ribbing to the boys down the road...