Tuesday, April 23, 2024

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The carbon fiber stick rises high in the air before coming back towards the ice and sends the rubber puck flying towards the net. It smashes against the the the back of the net after sailing over the goalies shoulder, and the wing pumps his fist in victory. The Jesuit varsity hockey squad has been hard at work the past...
At the crack of the stick on the ice, the puck sails through the air. The goalie reaches out to block it, but it hits the back of the goal. A feeling of relief and joy comes over the shooter, who skates over to his cheering teammates. This triumphant feeling keeps hockey players coming back for more. Unfortunately, however, the Jesuit...
  The varsity Jesuit hockey team looks toward a new season, coming off an impressive 2015-2016 campaign with a slew of veterans ready to lead this year’s team. The Rangers were very impressive last year, earning a formidable record of 10-6-4 in thick competition.  The Rangers made the playoffs but sadly lost in the city semifinal match against Frisco.  Even with...
The Jesuit Hockey team has battled all season long, fighting back after tough losses and carrying their momentum from fantastic wins; however, as the season runs down, the playoff "animal" lurks in the distance, reminding the team of their season-long goal. The team remains strong despite the obstacles it faces, hoping to defeat other strong teams in the playoffs...
Senior Nick Mersch skates down the ice at a lightning pace, trucking any pesky opponent out of his way as he scrambles for the loose puck, hoping to score on a breakaway chance. As he throws the defender off of him, he takes control of the puck and fires a fierce wrist shot at the goalie "like poop through...
The loud buzzer rings throughout the spacious, gleaming rink, signaling the end of another tough match for the hockey team. Climbing over the boards to go shake the opponents' hands, the players reflect on their efforts in the game. They know that they left it all out on the ice and that they have to be satisfied with their...
The two opposing players square up against one another in the middle of the clear, gleaming ice, preparing to begin another fast-paced, action-packed hockey game. Flanked by two wings, backed by two defensemen and a goalie farther back, the player acts quickly, moving his stick with lightening speed as he valiantly fights for the puck in order to give...
The pristine, smooth ice shines around the rink as the crowd files in. The players are in their dressing rooms, preparing for the next hour that will be filled with joy, frustration, fatigue, anger, and ultimately, either a win or a loss. The players focus on playing their game and how they will overcome the opponent, securing a win...

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