Vegas Rinkside Rundown - Episode #18

October 3rd, 2024

From remembering legends to analyzing big wins, we cover it all in Vegas youth hockey.

Topics:

1. Road Trip Highlights: Importance of early arrivals for relaxation and bonding before games.
2. Faith Lutheran Recap: Major victories over an Arizona team; discussion on one-sided games and goalie challenges.
3. Vegas Warriors Performance: Omaha tournament results, team bonding, and exposure to higher competition levels.
4. Vegas Junior Golden Knights Success: Strong opening weekend with a 3-1 record and notable performances against strong teams.
5. Henderson Force Games: Preview of the junior team's inaugural matchups and invitation to support the team.
6. Travel Tips for Hockey Families: Navigating flights, early bookings, and maximizing baggage policies for ease of travel.
7. Injury and Team Updates: Overview of injuries, team standings, and emphasis on physical demands of youth hockey.
8. Call to Action: Encouragement for local hockey community members to participate in future episodes and share their stories.

Synopsis:

In this episode of "Vegas Rinkside Rundown," hosts Jim and Ron bring you up to speed on the latest happenings in the world of Las Vegas youth hockey. The episode kicks off with a discussion on road trips, highlighting the recent travel experience of the hosts and their families. They touch upon the importance of arriving early for tournaments to give the players time to settle in, explore, and bond before games.

The duo recaps Faith Lutheran’s recent games, where the varsity and JV teams secured major victories over an Arizona team. While the games were highly one-sided, with the varsity team winning by a margin of 20 to 30 goals and the JV team by 17, Jim and Ron discuss how such mismatches are not always beneficial for either side. They also highlight the importance of preparation, noting how one of Faith Lutheran’s goaltenders had to play for both teams due to goalie shortages.

The conversation then shifts to the Vegas Warriors 16U Double-A team, which recently participated in a tournament in Omaha. Despite going winless in four games, the team showed grit, particularly in closely contested matches against the Kansas City Jets and Dallas Penguins. The hosts praise the Warriors for their effort and focus on team bonding and exposure to different competition levels.