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2008 AAA Fire Classic Tournament July 10-13

Posted: Sat Feb 23, 2008 11:23 am
by mnhockeyrocks
96, 97, and 98 spots still available

The 1997 North Fire* will be hosting the "2008 AAA FIRE CLASSIC" in Andover MN during the Andover Fun Fest days July 10th - 13th.
Four game guarantee 3-15 minute stop time periods. When your not on the ice, Andover Fun Fest Days are on site! Activities include Midway Rides, Games, Beer Gardens for adults, Music at night and a great fireworks display Saturday night. $1095 USD. No gate fees.

Contact Ron at 612-239-6181 or AAA97northfire@aol.com

*NOT AFFILIATED WITH WI FIRE

Re: 2008 AAA Fire Classic Tournament July 10-13

Posted: Sat Feb 23, 2008 2:58 pm
by O-townClown
mnhockeyrocks wrote:
*NOT AFFILIATED WITH WI FIRE
Were all the other team names taken?

$1095 for four scrimmages?!

Posted: Sat Feb 23, 2008 3:57 pm
by ulfie
No wonder you are looking for more players...

Posted: Sun Feb 24, 2008 11:24 am
by mnhockeyrocks
Why the negative comments? This team is all about further developing strong player into stronger players AND HAVING FUN DOING IT!

This team is beginning its 3rd year as the 97 North Fire with the same coaches and some of the same players. This team has been very competitive against other 97 AAA teams.Unlike the WI Fire, it is is not a year round team nor a team that you will spend thousands of dollars to play on. The majority of the players live in the northern sububurbs and ARE allowed to play other sports.

I sense that you are quite bitter about the cost. FYI, there are alot of costs that are incurred putting on a tournament. Is there a profit, yes, but unlike other organizations, it is NOT going into anyones pocket. All profits will stay with this team for further developement. It helps keep this sport affordable to those that want to play. Unlike other AAA teams, we do not have PAID coaches. They are highly accredited coachs that do this for the love of it, not to line their pockets. I don't think there are many AAA teams out there that the cost to play is less than association hockey.

Posted: Sun Feb 24, 2008 6:42 pm
by crossovers8
mnhockeyrules -

Like O-Town said, why would you choose a name that is already used by a real Tier 1 AAA program? It only creates confusion for families.

By the way, The Fire Hockey Club (Somerset, WI) doesn't play together year 'round.

Out of curiosity, who has this program been "very competitive" with over the past three years? I guess I don't recall them in any tournaments.

Posted: Sun Feb 24, 2008 7:17 pm
by mnhockeyrocks
This team was started under the WI Fire tier 1 AAA when they formed the 97's. The first year, they had 2 - 97 teams, a North and a South. The 97 North Fire operates independently.

In 2006 and 2007, they took 2nd place in the USA International AAA hockey Cup. With so many AAA tournaments all over Minnesota, and new teams forming every year, there are many I haven't heard of either but look forward to playing against them. What team are you from Crossover?

Posted: Sun Feb 24, 2008 7:41 pm
by slapshot88
IVE SEEN THESE GUYS PLAY. VERY COMPETITIVE TEAM. AGREE WITH MNHOCKEYROCKS

Posted: Tue Feb 26, 2008 5:48 pm
by Bruins
mnhockeyrocks, when was the Fire organization sold to MN Made?