CONGRATULATIONS TO STILLWATER PONIES!!!

unbelievable · Post by **unbelievable** » Sat Feb 17, 2007 9:55 pm

Incredible game in which Stillwater scores 3 unanswered goals in a span of 48 seconds in the second period. Stillwater defeats Centennial 3-0.

boblee · Post by **boblee** » Sat Feb 17, 2007 10:03 pm

Congrats Stillwater.

brookyone · Post by **brookyone** » Sat Feb 17, 2007 11:53 pm

Congrats to the Ponies!! Good luck at state!

A little scary after that amazing approx. one minute span in the 2nd. I was hoping Stillwater could put the final nail in the coffin on the PP that came shortly afterward. The Cougars came after 'em pretty hard from that point on but the Ponies weathered the storm with some pretty gritty D play. A great game from Mandy Plumm tonight. Bemidji's next up I believe.

PondHock07 · Post by **PondHock07** » Sun Feb 18, 2007 1:18 pm

If it wasn't for Stillwater's goalie there's no way they would be going to state. The score is definetly not a reflection of the game. They played a good 48 seconds of a 51 minute game.

brookyone · Post by **brookyone** » Sun Feb 18, 2007 1:39 pm

PondHock07 wrote:If it wasn't for Stillwater's goalie there's no way they would be going to state. The score is definetly not a reflection of the game. They played a good 48 seconds of a 51 minute game.

That's not entirely accurate. Stillwater had several instances of applying steady pressure in the O zone throughout the 1st & 2nd periods. Along with D in the 3rd that didn't allow alot of good scoring chances. Most saves by Plumm were of a rather routine nature.

I will admit Stillwater did not appear to have their legs last night. They're a better / faster skating team than we saw in the final.

Hands full with Bemidji of course, with their snipers and what I hear is an excellent 'tender.

hockeywild7 · Post by **hockeywild7** » Sun Feb 18, 2007 3:18 pm

I am not sure what game you were watching but Stillwater was definitely not outplayed by Centennial. Centennial only had 14 shots on net. Centennial had a couple of flurries but that was about it. Too say stillwater only played 48 seconds of a 51 minute game is ridiculous. Give them the credit they deserve. Plumm made a few good saves but she didnt have to make that many as she only faced the 14 shots. Centennial had a huge advantage in penalties too. I think stillwater had 2 powerplays and one was in the last minute of the game. Centennial had 3 or 4. Stillwater had more legs than centennial all night long. I think that was the difference. Centennial played 2 lines mainly while stillwater played 3 lines the whole game.

PondHock07 · Post by **PondHock07** » Sun Feb 18, 2007 3:54 pm

all i have to say is good luck to stillwater when they play Bemidji becuase they're going to need every ounce of it.

mnhky315 · Post by **mnhky315** » Sun Feb 18, 2007 3:54 pm

that game was incredable! way to go king for scoring that first one...all three in 48 seconds. is that some kind of record?

MNHockeyFan · Post by **MNHockeyFan** » Sun Feb 18, 2007 5:07 pm

mnhky315 wrote:that game was incredable! way to go king for scoring that first one...all three in 48 seconds. is that some kind of record?

My guess is that in a big AA section final game like this one was, then yes that HAS to be some sort of a record.

CougarPride · Post by **CougarPride** » Sun Feb 18, 2007 5:34 pm

it was a good game for both sides. I liked the fans from the ponies...not a ton...not always loud...but a fun game

brookyone · Post by **brookyone** » Sun Feb 18, 2007 6:03 pm

PondHock07 wrote:all i have to say is good luck to stillwater when they play Bemidji becuase they're going to need every ounce of it.

Thank you for those sincere good luck wishes.

Having a little trouble dealing with the end of Centennial's season? Bemidji will be a very tough opponent in the q'final. You think the Cougars would have a better chance at beating them? I don't.

UWhockey88 · Post by **UWhockey88** » Sun Feb 18, 2007 9:07 pm

According to the shots on goal at the end of the game-Centennial did have more. Stillwater did not look any better than Centennial. If the opposite were true than there would of been more goals scored on Stillwater's side-not only the 48 second break-down Centennial had and Stillwater took advantage of.

Regarding brookyone's comments pertaining to Centennial having trouble with the end of the season... remember-pride comes before the fall! Try not to make a big deal out of 48 seconds!

Centennial did play Bemidji 2 years ago at the U14A State Tournament in Bemidji. Did Stillwater?

brookyone · Post by **brookyone** » Sun Feb 18, 2007 11:25 pm

UWhockey88 wrote:Centennial did play Bemidji 2 years ago at the U14A State Tournament in Bemidji. Did Stillwater?

This is relevant how? Better reread my comment. I didn't say anything resembling Centennial was having trouble with the end of the season...just one of their apparently embittered fans.

Take a look at the thread title. If someone wants to whine about a loss by Centennial in the section title game...find another place to do it, preferably in private. Also, it was some jerk making a big deal about the 48 seconds not me. Try to read threads a little more carefully in the future.

It's not "CONGRATULATE AND TAKE CHEAP, BITTER, WHINY SHOTS AT STILLWATER PONIES" is it?

Grow the F up.

PondHock07 · Post by **PondHock07** » Mon Feb 19, 2007 1:47 am

i think you need to remember that these are all opinions, no need to get all bent out of shape about it. I think the centennial team, fans, coaches, parents, etc, might of taken this loss a little lighter if they actually lost to Stillwater, not Stillwater plus 5 transfers.

With the ending of any teams season there is obviously going to be people who feel a particular team shouldn't have lost, but deal with it, it's part of the game

brookyone · Post by **brookyone** » Mon Feb 19, 2007 2:18 am

PondHock07 wrote:With the ending of any teams season there is obviously going to be people who feel a particular team shouldn't have lost, but deal with it, it's part of the game

You need to remember that losing is part of the game. Try dealing with it...with a little maturity and dignity. I can tell that's asking a whole lot from you. You're so called "opinion" is nothing but poor sportmanship and sour grapes. Another aspect that is just part of the game unfortunately, and typical of so many so called fans. Attempting to disguise your poor sportsmanship and general poor attitude as objective "opinion" is pure bull doody.

Centennial lost...deal with that. Get professional help if needed.

hockeywild7 · Post by **hockeywild7** » Mon Feb 19, 2007 8:39 am

In the end it really doesnt matter how they won. You play the game on the date and time scheduled and the team that wins moves on. But I do agree with brookyone that it seems like sour grapes. To say stillwater has 5 transfers is a joke. Keep throwing out the mud and see what sticks I guess. I wont comment on any transfers Centennial had because it doesnt matter. But pondhockey you obviously dont like stillwater and thats ok, just get your facts straight because your credibility is questionable when you make false statements. Centennial had a great team and a great season, but you only have one section champion and on saturday night stillwater was the better team. Not sure why we cant give them any credit here. Look at stillwaters schedule. According to KRACH its the 6th toughest in the state. Eden Prairie, Edina, Wayzata, Holy Angels, Roseville (twice), Centennial, Blaine, Cretin. Its not like they play a powderpuff schedule. As for Stillwater and Bemidji we will have to wait and see. I am not making any predictions as at this point I think its a toss up. Stillwater will have to shut down Bemidjis big scorers and get a couple past Osborn and it wont be easy but they have faced tough tests already this season and done fairly well.
Sorry to rant but I get tired of people who make statements on here that are not true.

hockeyrube · Post by **hockeyrube** » Mon Feb 19, 2007 9:00 am

UWhockey88 & PondHock07,

I assume that both of you are kids, at least I hope so anyway. Your posts show a great deal of immaturity. One of the most important lessons to be learned from sports, is how to lose with dignity and class. A person/team's true colors come out when having to deal with a tough loss. Making excuses for a tough loss isn't the answer, especially when the excuses you cite are both distorted and not factual.

It was a great HS hockey game. Let's celebrate the fact that Girl's HS hockey has come a long way - we packed the house at Aldrich, and had great student section involvement with lots of cheering fans. I also was very impressed with the Centennial band - looked like they were having much fun. In terms of the game..... it was fairly evenly played - shots were virtually even - quality scoring chances were fairly even - exactly what most of us expected. Scoring 3 goals in :48 is an impressive feat !!
The goals were nice goals - the result of much hustle and determination, and in Dahl's case a very nice individual effort and finishing touch. I agree that the Stillwater goalie played a great game - but isn't that their intended contribution ?? I also noticed many of the WBL, NSP, and Irondale girls in the stands cheering on STillwater. Fine examples of how to deal with a tough loss and move on in a mature manner.

Also, it is disengenous to spew lies on this board .... Stillwater has 1 O/E transfer, and one only. BTW, she is a great player, but did not figure in the scoring. So what's your next excuse ????? Give Stillwater the credit and respect that they have earned. Many people in the hockey community thought that this group would not recover from losing Jones and Zilles, but they proved em wrong !!!

Good luck to the Ponies and everyone else at State !!!!

pondhockey · Post by **pondhockey** » Mon Feb 19, 2007 9:18 am

hockeywild7 wrote: But pondhockey you obviously dont like stillwater and thats ok,

Just to clarify it is PondHock07 - not pondhockey you are responding to.

gopher25 · Post by **gopher25** » Mon Feb 19, 2007 9:18 am

From watching the game from a neutral position. I believe the difference in the game was stillwater's 3rd line vs. Centennials 3rd line. The goal they scored was huge and they kept pressure in their offensive zone all night and backchecked very well. Stilwater's 2nd and 3rd line are very balanced and really young. There are only 3 upperclassmen in their top 9 forwards. Also I am now a firm believer that Callie Dahl is one of the best players in the state the goal she scored was impressive. She had 4 goals in sections and was a dominant force.
Also when a team gets up by 3 goals there is no reason to take stupid risks Which stillwater didn't do. and Stillwater played a great 2nd and 3rd period. So maybe the game was somewhat even but stillwater was clearly the better team and a much better skating team.

Bensonmum · Post by **Bensonmum** » Mon Feb 19, 2007 9:34 am

I agree with the Stillwater folks--it sounds like sour grapes. What's the difference if Centennial broke down for 3 goals or 1? The result would have been the same.
But brookyone, you're awful touchy--could that have something to do with the can of whupass the 'Dogs opened on the Gophs this weekend?

CougarPride · Post by **CougarPride** » Mon Feb 19, 2007 9:41 am

i will risk being called a traitor and say that those 3 goals were some great hockey by the ponies, with shoddy playing by the cougars. The difference is that the rest of the game was great hockey by both teams. One thing that makes a good team great is the ability to captialize on the situations of the game. Centennial was slow, goalie came out too far...these are situations that should get scored on. but the whole game was an example of a great hocky game

hockeyrube · Post by **hockeyrube** » Mon Feb 19, 2007 9:57 am

CougarPride,

Appreciate your comments, and nice example of good sportsmanship. BTW, I recall a few years ago Centennial knocking STW out of the Sections on their home ice !! Also, Centennial's players and coaches should be proud of a great season. They will be back very strong again next season, with so much talent and depth in their youth program.

Good luck next season.

CougarPride · Post by **CougarPride** » Mon Feb 19, 2007 10:09 am

although i will always root for the big red cats, i will not hide behind the refs or anything else. for 1 minute we were totally outplayed. normally, that doesnt mean much, but in the section finals, its way too much. It was interesting, however, to see how tame their fan section was after goal #3. in our semifinal game, we scored 2 within 13 seconds and went nuts, ran over and sivved the goalie...they just cheered some. are they usually this tame? and please dont bring distance up, as our semi game was at....

stillwater

hockeywild7 · Post by **hockeywild7** » Mon Feb 19, 2007 10:30 am

sorry pondhockey I wasnt referring to you but to pondhock07. We can all agree it was a great hockey game as was to be expected. Great crowd, atmosphere and lots of intensity. And I agree that after scoring the 3 goals stillwater did change the way they were playing which is to be expected. What team wouldnt get more defensive with a 3 goal lead going into the 3rd period of a championship game. But its not like the only scoring chances stillwater had where in that 48 second span. They had others as well but also where busy killing some penalties. You might say that was the difference in Centennial not scoring. Stillwaters penalty killers didnt give them many chances on the PP. I agree with cougar prides comments about the goalie coming out to far. On a side note I think the record for the 3 fastest goals was 47 seconds.

PondHock07 · Post by **PondHock07** » Mon Feb 19, 2007 11:26 am

"Stillwater has 1 O/E transfer, and one only. BTW, she is a great player, but did not figure in the scoring."

I believe that #26 on Stillwater is a transfer from Woodbury, the goalie herself is a transfer from Hudson..so are you saying the goalie didn't have an outcome in the final score?

If you're going to compare schedules I think Centennial had one of the tougher schedules as well playing Coon Rapids TWICE, North Metro TWICE, Blaine TWICE, Cloquet, Moorhead, Grand Rapids/ Greenway, Hopkins, Rochester Mayo, etc.

Also for the comment about the WBL, NSP, and Irondale teams getting over tough losses and sitting on the Stillwater side, I fail to remember the Ponies beating any of these listed teams to end their seasons? I could just be mistaken?

The bottom line is that I didn't like Stillwater before this game was even played maybe that's why I sound so ... "bitter".

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