The All-Stars never seem to disappoint, and the 2009 game was no exception. Great skating, passing, shooting, and goaltending were all on display as the Blue Stars were able to walk away with a 6-3 win over the Red Stars. The Blues scored all 6 goals in the first period, led by Danny Christ's 2 goals and assist. Blues goalie Justin Rutherford was impressive, stopping all 18 Red Star shots in the first period. (Picture - Blue Stars Jason Meroni deflects the puck over the net as Red Star goalie Kyle Szelestey slides throughthe crease.)
The Red Stars offense came all in the second period, with goalie Justin Frei keeping the Blues off the board. Before the second period Ryan Cotcamp rallied the team. "Let's step it up" he said as the period started. Cotcamp would score 2 goals in the period. Justin Smith would get some bragging rights in the second, scoring off Blue goalie (and Storm teammate) Brett Roman. The Red Stars played a better game in the second, but ran out of time as the buzzer sounded giving the Blue Stars the victory. (Picture - Conor Frei tries to keep Reds Ryan Connolly out of the crease in the first period.)
Blue Stars Win Game, Christ Wins MVP
Wesco Killer Bees captain Danny Christ was chosen as All-Star Game MVP. Christ had 2 goals and an assist in the Blue Stars 6-3 win over the Red Stars. Projoy's Dan Grimaudo had a goal and assist. Mike Mitchell, CJ Gilcrst, and Anthony Orza all scored for the Blue Stars. Orza also had the only penalty of the game (roughing). Mike Ciardullo had 2 assists for the Blues. Pat Markiewicz and Conor Frei had assists. Justin Rutherford made 18 saves, Brett Roman made 16 for the Blue Stars. For the Reds, Dennis DiBenedetto, Mike Steinke, Alex Leipsic, and Joe Ruiz had assists. Kyle Szelestey faced a Blue Star onslaught in the first period, finishing with 17 saves. Justin Frei took over in the second, making 16 saves. After the final buzzer, the teams shook hands and the Blue Stars were all smiles knowing they now have bragging rights for the rest of the season. Both teams put on a great display of talent and treated everyone in attendance to a great hockey game. Congratulations to all the All-Stars. There is no time for rest though as the playoff push resumes this Sunday. (Picture - Danny Christ is presented the All-Star Game MVP trophy)
2009 All-Stars
Bottom Row - Chris Brogan, Danny Christ, Bily Farr, Brett Roman, Justin Rutherford, Anythony Orza, Josh Lloyd, Pat Markiewicz Top Row - Jason Meroni, Dan Grimaudo, Chris Gramlich, Conor Frei, Mike Mitchell, CJ Gilcrist, Mike Ciardullo
Bottom Row - Dana Pesto, Justin Frei, Kyle Szelestey, Alex Leipsic Top Row - Dennis DiBenedetto, John Dolan, Justin Smith, Ryan Connolly, Niall Harding, Ryan Cotcamp, Joe Garnet, Joe Ruiz, Mike Steinke
The All-Stars never seem to disappoint, and the 2009 game was no exception. Great skating, passing, shooting, and goaltending were all on display as the Blue Stars were able to walk away with a 6-3 win over the Red Stars. The Blues scored all 6 goals in the first period, led by Danny Christ's 2 goals and assist. Blues goalie Justin Rutherford was impressive, stopping all 18 Red Star shots in the first period. (Picture - Blue Stars Jason Meroni deflects the puck over the net as Red Star goalie Kyle Szelestey slides throughthe crease.)
The Red Stars offense came all in the second period, with goalie Justin Frei keeping the Blues off the board. Before the second period Ryan Cotcamp rallied the team. "Let's step it up" he said as the period started. Cotcamp would score 2 goals in the period. Justin Smith would get some bragging rights in the second, scoring off Blue goalie (and Storm teammate) Brett Roman. The Red Stars played a better game in the second, but ran out of time as the buzzer sounded giving the Blue Stars the victory. (Picture - Conor Frei tries to keep Reds Ryan Connolly out of the crease in the first period.)
Wesco Killer Bees captain Danny Christ was chosen as All-Star Game MVP. Christ had 2 goals and an assist in the Blue Stars 6-3 win over the Red Stars. Projoy's Dan Grimaudo had a goal and assist. Mike Mitchell, CJ Gilcrst, and Anthony Orza all scored for the Blue Stars. Orza also had the only penalty of the game (roughing). Mike Ciardullo had 2 assists for the Blues. Pat Markiewicz and Conor Frei had assists. Justin Rutherford made 18 saves, Brett Roman made 16 for the Blue Stars. For the Reds, Dennis DiBenedetto, Mike Steinke, Alex Leipsic, and Joe Ruiz had assists. Kyle Szelestey faced a Blue Star onslaught in the first period, finishing with 17 saves. Justin Frei took over in the second, making 16 saves. After the final buzzer, the teams shook hands and the Blue Stars were all smiles knowing they now have bragging rights for the rest of the season. Both teams put on a great display of talent and treated everyone in attendance to a great hockey game. Congratulations to all the All-Stars. There is no time for rest though as the playoff push resumes this Sunday. (Picture - Danny Christ is presented the All-Star Game MVP trophy)
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