Nhl thread

[El Kabong]

I should be playing my first pick up hockey game this Friday. My skating (.....which shit, yesterday was like the 7th time I've been skating in 17 years or so) is coming right along and I'm improving in transition and speed as well as balance. I will hopefully be playing on a team this summer. I have all brand new equipment other than my sticks (aluminum Bauer & a wooden Bauer), my gloves (CCM), and my skates (CCM Rapides) which are all at least 17 years old or older. I have a brand new Bauer 7.0 IMS helmet, Avision Ahead clear half shield, Bauer shoulder, elbox, and shin pads, and CCM pants. I will probably replace my old equipment in the near future more than likely starting with skates.

I used to play defense when I was younger because although my skating wasn't great I could read the puck very well and line up Scott Stevens-esque hits. However I completely fell in love with the hitting and did not transfer my offense from roller hockey (where I was unstoppable). As I start my journey back onto the ice with a team I play to do more dangles and sniping than hitting which "isn't allowed" but I am certain up against the boards will see some very physical play.

[El Kabong]

Tonight is my first pick up game, first game in about 16 years...I'm nervous and excited all at once. I'm ready to get out on the ice and start lighting the lamp!