14U#2's Show Determination at Season Start

The 14U#2 Team has taken to the ice under head coach Margaret Dumiak and assistant coach Kathy Dumiak with additional coaching assistance from parent Tom Reibel. The team faces a challenging task in battling opponents at the very competitive NIHL Bantam Bronze Division as well as participating in the Midwest Elite League as an exhibition team.  

The team completed the NIHL round with a record of 1-7 and 2-9 overall. However, as the girls begin working together and develop as a cohesive unit, it becomes apparent that the second half of the season will have the win column growing at a steady pace. Highlights for the initial session include a strong win against highly rated Colorado Select Girls. The 14U#2's also played very well against a strong Michigan Ice Dogs and CYA team in MWEHL exhibition play. The TI 14U#2 team dominated both games but fell short in the final tally. 

The team is anchored by returning veteran players Jackie Camardo, Paige Hoppie, Nicole Camardo, Kara Salisbury and Hayley Williams. Other returning T.I. players, Beth Hitchcock, Tanya Weiner, and Angela Sundt are expected to pick up the tempo as they advance to a higher level of competitive play. 

In addition to the veteran players, Jessica Patrone, Kim Kowalczyk, Jessie Reibel, Sydney Lieb, Kaitlyn Key, Ellie Howser and Jessica Hoelzer are welcome additions to the TI organization. 

The team boasts surprising strength and size in both the offensive and defensive zones. Centers Hayley Williams and Kim Kowalczyk have outstanding speed to move the puck accented by pinpoint passing from wings, Jessica Hoelzer and Ellie Howser. The addition of Jessica Patrone's potent shooting and gritty corner work by Jackie Camardo and Jessie Reibel will definitely put more pucks in the net during the second portion of the season. Tanya Weiner, Jessica Hoelzer, Sydney Lieb and Ellie Howser have the quickness and agility to generate the quick break outs that should have opponents back on their heels as the 14U's move the puck through the neutral zone. A strong and aggressive defensive line up of Paige Hoppie, Nicole Camardo, Kara Salisbury and Kaitlyn Key will give Angela Sundt and Beth Hitchcock added protection from any attackers entering the TI zone. Kim Kowalczyk registered the first Hat-Trick of the season and multiple goal games by Jessica Patrone and Hayley Williams will generate the spark needed to ignite the potential offensive threat of this emerging team. 

The 14U#2's will travel to Connecticut to compete in the Polar Bear tournament in December and the Florida Jr. Panther Cup in February. Several games against local girl's teams are scheduled and the 14U's are eager to flex their muscle and skill against their local rivals. An outstanding and thrilling season is expected!