
GRAND FORKS, N.D. - The
TRF Oldtimers made the trek down to the Ralph
Engelstad Arena in
Chanc Keef's debut in front of a sold out announced crowd of 11,640 to upend Whitey's 15-5. The game was never close as the
TRF Oldtimers jumped out to a 5 goal lead and never looked back.
Kaine Martell got things started with two quick sharp angle shots that found the twine. After discovering Whitey's weakness
TRF was able to get pucks to the net and have a lot of success.
Martell and Mark Haugen managed to get tied up with the enforcer of the Grand Forks league and it clearly threw Haugen for a loop. Haugen was often caught blowing snow and pulling up early when the enforcer was near him. After a rubbed check by Haugen the enforcer dumped Haugen to his knees in what looked like was going to be a full out tilt however Haugen managed to hold his composer.
Not to be outdone was Mr. Bucky Lansing with a two goal night. Bucky didn't show up until midway through the second period because of the TRF High School game going into overtime but he made his presence felt when he hit the bright lights of the Ralph. They say the stars shine bright under the big lights and Bucky answered a lot of critics with his play tonight.
Afterwards good times were had at Whitey's for a quick pop and than it was on the road home for a 1:00 a.m. arrival back in TRF. Great showing from the TRF Oldtimers with 14 players. 3 lines, 2 sets of D and 1 goalie.
No practice this Thursday night. Make sure you get a jog in over the weekend and possibly a light skate in or attended the city league games on Sunday night.
Coach "Al" wanted me to remind everyone that playoffs are right around the corner and roster deadlines are getting close so it's important to stay committed. A Big thanks for the drivers last night!! Keep your beer on ice!!