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Post by NottinghamMatt on Aug 13, 2010 6:44:24 GMT
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Post by Shorty on Aug 13, 2010 6:48:30 GMT
Very good news.
Although I must admit to being surprised that P&O are still involved, as it was suggested they had pulled out of the Hull tournament. Its not as if its easier to get a ferry to Nottingham!
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Post by Mythosman on Aug 13, 2010 7:07:12 GMT
Good that we have a home pre-season game to watch! Not quite so sure that it's competively priced, but then the Panthers management know that the fanbase will be clamouring for their first sight of the new squad. Does this mean that the open training session may not go ahead the following Wednesday, as the impact it would previously have had will be significantly diminished by this? Finally, good to see the seasonal return to dyslexia by the Panthers website - TILBURGH???  Almost as good as the original post! ;D |
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Post by Mythosman on Aug 13, 2010 7:12:06 GMT
Just read the Press Release again and answered my question regarding the open training session - still going ahead!
Had to smile at the mental picture of GM the GM 'jumping on the phones' after the Hull Tournament was cancelled - I wonder how many he broke? ;D
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Post by Pies on Aug 13, 2010 7:13:48 GMT
Hockey comes back one week early to Nottingham - looking forward to it - I imagine it will be a pretty big crowd with it being a bank holiday weekend - but then again possibly not if people are away etc!!
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Post by pantherinmanc on Aug 13, 2010 7:24:42 GMT
Already away unfortunately. Shame as I would have probably gone to this as well. Should be a decent workout for the roster.
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Post by NottinghamMatt on Aug 13, 2010 7:26:01 GMT
Finally, good to see the seasonal return to dyslexia by the Panthers website - TILBURGH??? Almost as good as the original post! ;D Dunno what you mean!!  I blame fat fingers!! |
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Post by Mythosman on Aug 13, 2010 7:42:02 GMT
Finally, good to see the seasonal return to dyslexia by the Panthers website - TILBURGH??? Almost as good as the original post! ;D Dunno what you mean!! I blame fat fingers!! That's usually my excuse too Matt!  |
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Post by Lucy on Aug 13, 2010 8:28:57 GMT
Well I'm happy - can watch hockey that weekend after all :-)
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Post by radford1 on Aug 13, 2010 8:59:10 GMT
its bank holiday weekend and the airport strikes might be on, ferry might be the only choice
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Post by panthers4ever on Aug 13, 2010 9:02:48 GMT
Great news cant wait will be there
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Post by howeaboutthat on Aug 13, 2010 9:42:41 GMT
Grrr, after the Hull Tourney was cancelled I arranged something else for that weekend. Ah well.
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Post by pantherdman on Aug 13, 2010 9:55:46 GMT
excellent! Think we need another warm up game aswell.
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Post by panthers4ever on Aug 13, 2010 10:00:07 GMT
excellent! Think we need another warm up game aswell. Agree could do with another warm up game |
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Post by pantherinmanc on Aug 13, 2010 10:51:25 GMT
excellent! Think we need another warm up game aswell. I think Manchester away would be a good shout. For me that is. ! |
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Post by pantherinmanc on Aug 13, 2010 10:55:32 GMT
Finally, good to see the seasonal return to dyslexia by the Panthers website - TILBURGH??? Now fixed...... Morning Mr Moran, from the cage, trust all is well |
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Post by spik on Aug 13, 2010 17:43:59 GMT
Also recieved today this release....
Blaze to take on Dutch giants Tilburg Trappers as changes to pre season schedule are confirmed
Coventry Blaze, the UK’s representative in this season’s Continental Cup, will have an early opportunity to test themselves against European opposition after confirming they will take on Tilburg Trappers from the Netherlands in a prestigious pre season game at the Coventry Skydome on Sunday 29th August at 6pm. Tilburg are the Netherlands’ entrant in the Continental Cup and are hosting a second round group in October. Should they prevail in their group they would join Blaze in the third round in Rouen.
Tilburg were originally scheduled to take on Hull and Nottingham in a pre season tournament in Humberside but the demise of the Stingrays left the Dutch side short of a fixture on their trip to the UK. They will now play the Panthers in Nottingham on Saturday 28th before coming to Coventry for the game on 29th.
To accommodate Tilburg, Blaze have moved their pre season game against Cardiff Devils from 29th August to Wednesday 1st September at 7.30pm. The home game against Telford Tigers, originally scheduled for Saturday 4th September has been moved to Wednesday 15th September at 7.30pm.
The home opener – the Charity Shield against Belfast Giants - goes ahead as planned at the Skydome on Wednesday 25th August at 7.30pm.
This game, played between the winners of the 2009/10 league and playoff competitions is the first opportunity for Coventry fans to see their new team in action and a game not to be missed! Not only is this the first time on the ice for the new Coventry side but also the first mid-week game at the new earlier time of 7:30pm.
Regarded as the most anticipated season for years, the top flight of British hockey has been bolstered with two new teams from Scotland, with both Braehead Clan and Dundee Stars joining the league. Both teams will be making appearances in Coventry’s Skydome Arena early in the campaign and promise to bring a tough challenge for the Midland’s based team.
“Last season was hugely competitive, incredibly exciting and fantastic for the fans, players and management to be part of,” said Blaze Head Coach, Paul Thompson. “This season looks set to be even better with all teams looking very strong. We’re still confident that defending our title is achievable and the fans should start getting ready to see something very, very special this season! It doesn’t get much better than starting the season with the Charity Shield against Belfast. They have put together an amazing roster and it’s going to be a fantastic opening night.”
Blaze will open the defence of their league crown on Sunday 5th September in a huge game against the Nottingham Panthers at the Skydome at 6pm.
Pre season schedule
Wednesday 25th August Blaze v Belfast Giants at the Skydome at 7.30pm
Saturday 28th August Cardiff Devils v Blaze in Cardiff at 7.00pm
Sunday 29th August Blaze v Tilburg Trappers at the Skydome at 6.00pm
Wednesday 1st September Blaze v Cardiff Devils at the Skydome at 7.30pm
Tickets for the Charity Shield are on sale now from the Box Office on 02476 630693 or via the Buy Tickets link on the Blaze website. Tickets for the pre season games against Tilburg and Cardiff will be on sale from Monday 16th August.
There are expected to several regular season fixture amendments resulting from Hull’s withdrawal from the league which will be communicated as they are confirmed. Once the fixtures are confirmed we will communicate which games are included in the season ticket package.
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Post by Heanor Lair on Aug 13, 2010 20:32:15 GMT
Congrats to the Panthers for getting this pre-season fixture sorted, looking forward to it.
Another pre-season game would be good -hope it can be arranged - perhaps Peterborough or Telford.
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Post by pantherdman on Aug 13, 2010 21:23:10 GMT
Or Both!
Players should all be here by now, in training. IMO
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Post by howeaboutthat on Aug 13, 2010 21:42:24 GMT
How about a pre-season game with the Lions?
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Post by Shaggy on Aug 13, 2010 21:57:15 GMT
How about a pre-season game with the Lions? Nice...  Panthers vs Lions would be a massacre, of course... two mixed teams would be more entertaining, I think... however, that wouldn't really do much to help the Panthers in their pre-season preparation, which is a lot of the point of the exercise. But I like your thinking... |
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Post by rebjay on Aug 13, 2010 23:37:19 GMT
Why wouldn't that sort of idea work?
Book the arena for a mideek night, have a A and B side with half the Panthers and half the Lions squads in each, would be fairly entertaining!!
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Post by tootoo on Aug 13, 2010 23:51:40 GMT
Well done Panthers management for some hasty rescheduling and for not leaving the Dutch high and dry, but after seeing Tilburg in Hull last season I think I'll give this one a miss.
The Trappers are honestly quite shocking, they were even when they had Fukafuji in goal. A final score with us in double figures, even with several players making their UK debuts, is not an unreasonable suggestion.
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Post by NotMartinTuma on Aug 14, 2010 0:46:50 GMT
Well done Panthers management for some hasty rescheduling and for not leaving the Dutch high and dry, but after seeing Tilburg in Hull last season I think I'll give this one a miss. The Trappers are honestly quite shocking, they were even when they had Fukafuji in goal. A final score with us in double figures, even with several players making their UK debuts, is not an unreasonable suggestion. When you can spell his name right you might have some credability. |
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Post by heja on Aug 14, 2010 2:38:01 GMT
Well done Panthers management for some hasty rescheduling and for not leaving the Dutch high and dry, but after seeing Tilburg in Hull last season I think I'll give this one a miss. The Trappers are honestly quite shocking, they were even when they had Fukafuji in goal. A final score with us in double figures, even with several players making their UK debuts, is not an unreasonable suggestion. they are not the best team we will see all season but they are not as bad as that game suggest either, as I belive they were all out on the wee wee before our game, and there for the one sided scoreline, where as they gave hull a very close game when they played them |
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Almost as good as the original post! ;D
I blame fat fingers!!
