Archive for June, 2008

From Hockey to the Hall

Monday, June 23rd, 2008

It was impressive to see the OHL supply the top four picks of the recent NHL draft and no less than seven of the first ten picks. Certainly was a banner year for OHL talent led by Steven Stamkos of the Sarnia Sting, coached by former Otters coach Dave MacQueen. Dave told me [...]

Another Chapter for a Legend

Tuesday, June 17th, 2008

I don’t know if I agree with some of the golf experts that his was the “greatest” US Open ever but it certainly had a lot of drama and stories that few have had in the past. The ultimate underdog in Rocco Mediate, the ailing “Hero” that is Tiger Woods and the drama of [...]

Teed Off

Wednesday, June 11th, 2008

One event missing from the local sports schedule this summer is the Nationwide Tour event held at the Peek. It was knocked off the schedule for various reasons and I’ll miss covering it. Just like with our minor league baseball and hockey teams in Erie, we had the chance to see future stars [...]