(The 2003-04 Game-by-Game Descriptions)
Dennis
we are all thinking about you. Call when you need us. July
8
It's
been a while since the last up date and lots has happened but
you won't hear about it on this site. The provincial road trip
went off without a hitch with Scotty, Angus Love and Salty Bob,
making the trip. We caught a tail wind and made it in 7 hours,
just in time for the Oiler game and a semi final for dessert.
Their was not any singing done outside of the van, which was quite
disappointing for the city. Red Deer won the provincials and Regina
won the westerns. That just sucks. Congratulations to the 2003/2004
Most Sportsmanlike Player in the CJHL 'NATHAN HOLLANDS'. Likewise
to the 1st All-Star Team Forward 'BRENAN JONES' and to the 2nd
Team Defence 'CODY CAMPBELL' and to the 2nd Team Goalie 'TERRACE
WARAWA'. Until I start drinking at work again and write on the
site, OUT. 27-7-2-56 looks good but we must win in the playoffs!
TEAM
PICTURES AT SCOTTY'S SATURDAY MARCH 27. SHOW UP AT 3:00.
That's
it our season is over 2-4 in game 3. Nathan Hollands scored both
goals with assists to Brenan Jones and Jeff Amundson. Sorry for
the lengthy delay with updating the site. I hate losing and hate
having to think about it even more. This is the first time in
weeks that I haven't got mad just thinking that I had not updated
our page. A very confusing end to our season there was so much
more that we left on the table and I'm HUNGRY! I hope that the
taste in our mouth's stays with us, to the point that we understand
teams want what is ours and are willing to try to steal it from
us. We MUST get pissed off from the start and never let that happen.
Everyone gets more up to play The Royal than we do to play them.
That kind of attitude didn't work at whatever team you came from
and we showed that it doesn't work in the playoffs. We must come
to ice harder with the intent to push ourselves to be better and
we will never let up, never let anybody off the hook. If that
means 12 goals a game then so be it. I think that it's important
that we get out to see some of the Finals to see what we didn't
get. It's the kind of memory that stays with me and I know will
stay with you. It's so disappointing to have to watch and not
play but I believe that it is that kink of memory that will make
us stronger, smarter and give us that edge that will help put
us over the top. YOU MUST NEVER BE AFRAID OF LEARNING!!!
Royals
lose 1-3 in another close game. Brenan Jones scored assisted by
Ryan Miller and Rory Shott. PP 0-3,PK 3-3, shots 26-32. CRASH
THE NET AND SCORE!!
We
did something last night that I didn't think possible, we made
a liar out of Coach Russ. We had 62 shots on goal and lost 1-2
in triple overtime. I can't wait until we get our game legs going
and start using our speed. Brenan Jones scored with assists to
Ryan Miller and Rory Shott. PP 1-10, PK 9-10, shots 62-62. In
a game that had everything but a Royal victory, it is fitting
that we left beer on our table. Four hours and five minutes was
game time, it's to bad the City missed out on all the concession
money. Did anyone else notice that Side Show went a little crazy
with his stamping of the Royalamaniacs?
FOR
THE FIRST TIME IN ROYALS HISTORY WE HAVE A PLAYER WIN THE SCORING
TITLE!!! CONGRATULATIONS BRENAN
JONES!!! See that's what happens when you
spell a guys name right.
---Did
you know Coach Russ's favorite number was 38 and that we scored
on our 38th shot on Friday, also Coach Russ is 56 years old and
that is the same number of points we got this year-----interesting
very interesting
"The
Woods" are the 2003/2004 Royals Air Hockey Champions. "The
Woods" (Nathan Hollands & Jeff Amundson), over came a
sound thrashing by "The Boomerangs" to win 2 cut the
deck of cards and advance tests. They then met up with (the team
some had rated the team to beat) "Team Destiny" in the
final. The self proclaimed team of destiny never overcame their
constant whining and finger pointing to match up with the goals
scored by the victorious "The Woods". In a post tourney
speech by "Team Destiny" they said "I'm going to
the ballet". Nobody heard them because we all were eating
the victory chocolates that, the very generous, "The Woods"
shared.
Did
you know Coach Russ's favorite number was 38 and that we scored
on our 38th shot on Friday, also Coach Russ is 56 years old and
that is the same number of points we got this year-----interesting
very interesting
"The
Woods" are the 2003/2004 Royals Air Hockey Champions. "The
Woods" (Nathan Hollands & Jeff Amundson), over came a
sound thrashing by "The Boomerangs" to win 2 cut the
deck of cards and advance tests. They then met up with (the team
some had rated the team to beat) "Team Destiny" in the
final. The self proclaimed team of destiny never overcame their
constant whining and finger pointing to match up with the goals
scored by the victorious "The Woods". In a post tourney
speech by "Team Destiny" they said "I'm going to
the ballet". Nobody heard them because we all were eating
the victory chocolates that, the very generous, "The Woods"
shared.
We just
made Royalamaniacs world wide smile. Our 6-2 win over Stony Plain
clinched us a bye in the first round and maybe more importantly
knocked the Flyers out of the playoffs. Scoring tonight, on the
ice, Jeff Pringle, Marc Rinfret, Jeff Amundson, Troy Warawa, Mark
Buchynski and Matt Kalinowski. The assists were rewarded to Nathan
Hollands, Jeff Amundson, Rory Shott, Jarret Brophy, Brett Jacobs,
Matt Buskas, Matt Kalinowski and Mark Buchynski. PP 1-3, PK 4-4,
shots 48-37. I know everybody is out practicing their hand eye
coordination for tonight <at the ballet??>and they will
need it. Because Davy is at home practicing up is game face. There
was no drinking at any local establishments, in either Stony Plain
or Spruce Grove, which just gave us more ammunition against these
teams. On the lighter side The Cutman sang on the way home.
TEAM'S
THAT HAVE CONFIRMED: "Team Destiny",
"This Bud's For You", "Team Jackets", "Team
Strike Force", "The Woods", "The Boomerangs",
"Team Valentine", Team Song Birds", "The Legion's",
"The Royals",..... and many
more with no imagination.
There
was a price to pay both at the gate and on the ice. We won on
both levels, 4-2 on the scoreboard and 47 more Royalamaniacs in
the stands. It was good to see all the high shots, now we have
to keep them down in practice. Brenan Jones, Matt Kalinowski,
Cody Campbell and Mark Buchynski scored. Assists going to Cody
Campbell (2), Nathan Hollands, Pat McNary, Rory Shott and Matt
Kalinowski. For the second game in a row there was a penalty shot
- nice save Denny. PP 3-10, PK 7-7, shots 59-30. Word is out about
the up coming air hockey tournament, the teams are being formed
as we speak. All the best names are being taken and I heard the
guy making up the draw can be bribed.
Royal's
win 6-4 out in Leduc. We have to show up every chance we get,
we can't play shinny ever. Nice job by our local guy. Goal scorers
were Jeff Pringle (2), Brenan Jones <penalty shot> (2),
Nathan Hollands and Mark Buchynski. Jeff Pringle, Jarret Brophy,
Rory Shott, Matt Kalinowski, Jeff Amundson and Tyler Thomlison
all received helpers. PP 0-7, PK 4-6, shots 26-20. When you only
play hard in your face hockey, for only ten minutes it's great
to have a Cutman on your side. For those who missed it there was
an A performance given at the Waldorf. The ones of tens who were
witness to this event just thought they were dreaming, or they
were so drunk they thought that they were in Vegas seeing a great
show on the strip. Anyway, after that, the chicks started leaving
items of their clothing at the table and the really drunk guys
started trying to fight each other - for the chance to sing like
a Cutman. Yes we are a very lucky team.
A
nice workman like effort where we got stronger as the game went
on, oh ya 4-0 over the Warriors. Where did Miller take those skates?
Terrace's first shutout of the year was nice to watch. Tyler Thomlison,
Matt Kalinowski, Nathan Hollands and Brenan Jones were our goal
scorers with assists going to Mark Buchynski, Matt Buskas, Brenan
Jones, Cody Campbell, Rory Shott and Brett Jacobs. PP 1-2,PK 2-2,
shots 26-30. The difference in the special teams was our 2 power
plays were 5 minutes and theirs were 2 minutes but 1:30 of it
was 5 on 3. Being tough shows in many different ways. We may have
found a new palace for after the game. Our poor Cutman is looking
a little worn out!!
What
did we learn last night?? If you were in the room after the game
you would know. We lost 2-6. Jeff Amundson and Mark Buchynski
scored, Tyler Thomlison and Pat McNary assisted. PP 0-6,PK 3-4,
shots 27-26. Bad night to fall off the wagon.
In
a game, with more Icemen in the stands than on the bench, no music,
and no Cutman, we over came the cold with a 5-2 victory. Where
oh where could our Cutman be - well you know how that song goes.
Interesting news story from Grande Prairie, BAR BURNS TO GROUND,
it seems by an unhappy customer - oh where oh where could he be.
Nathan Hollands scored 2 goals, Mark Haupt, Jeff Amundson and
Rory Shott the rest. Assists went to Matt Buskas (2), Brett Jacobs,
Cody Campbell, Nathan Hollands, Troy Warawa and Brenan Jones.
PP 2-5,PK 4-5, shots 42-25. Among the deadbeats missing Coach
Russ and the contents of a linesman's stomach. One was back down
on a sofa and the other came up in the Wetaskiwin penalty box
(how fitting was that).
A
successful trip to the north to see the local Royalamaniacs and
win a game 7-2 over the Red Wings. If you over look the water
bottle kicking after the game and the smile on Coach Russ's face
after the game, who would of guessed the final score!!! Why does
Coach Russ dislike that fellow so much. Scoring his first 2 goals
of his Royals career was Mark Buchynski, also scoring his first
goal of the season Jeff (why didn't you get me the puck) Pringle,
Nathan Hollands (2), Matt Buskas and Cody Campbell. Assisting
on the goals Matt Kalinowski (2), Cody Campbell, Brenan Jones
(2), Rory Shott, Tyler Thomlison, Matt Buskas and Mark Haupt.
PP 3-8,PK 5-5, shots 56-32. Even the rain couldn't stop the Royalamaniacs
last night, it was a little disappointing the only dancing we
saw after the game was the chicken wings. (See you can have fun,
even when the game goes a little long).
When
you think you are playing hard, but you are not, and you are not
finishing, games get goofy. Much like last night's 5-4 win over
the Kaps in OT. Things are going for you when your leading goal
scorer gets 4 apples and the guy without enough goals gets 3 steaks
and you get out shot 4-16 in the 3rd. Set play shorthanded goal
with 37 seconds left to tie it and the guy who put us short scores
with 38 seconds left in OT. Lets just play harder and not let
that other crap happen. Jeff Amundson (nice night to get a hattrick)
with 3, Matt Kalinowski and Ryan Miller scored our goals. They
were assisted by Nathan Hollands (4), Mark Haupt, Cody Campbell
(2), Brett Jacobs, James Cho and Matt Buskas. PP 1-5, PK 7-8,
shots 39-35. There was a report from Vegreville that the Cutman
was sighted.
A
trip out to the county, that will teach you to kick out Scrappy
Doo, was a success with a 7-1 win. It appears Tony Rose got an
assist, he wasn't even watching the game, and just as interesting,
Mark Haupt, out with injury, scored 2 assists. It was great to
see Tony still picking up points, seeing as his sweater is retired
and he is to old to play for the Royal. By scoring 3 goals Nathan
Hollands got his 5th hattrick of the season, singles going to
Troy Warawa, Rory Shott and Tyler Thomlison. This is where things
got interesting, the assists, Rory Shott, Cody Campbell, Tony
Rose, James Cho, Jarret Brophy, Troy Warawa (2), Marc Rinfret
(2), Mark Haupt (2) and Jeff Amundson. PP 1-6, PK 2-2, Shots 46-25.
The road trip was a great success, yes Marty you have to eat your
pickled egg, parts unknown were found and lost again. It's to
bad that all the stops didn't have bars to go to, but at least
Denny got to fall down every time he got out of the van.
Yes,
we made it to the magic number and have locked up our first goal
for the season, with a 3-2 victory over the Regals. They were
a little short handed with their coach being suspended for yapping,
wasn't he a ref at one time, to the officials, but they made up
for it by getting a player written up after the game, so he's
gone as well. Rory Shott scored 2 goals and Ryan Miller the other,
Ryan Miller had 2 assists, singles to Cody Campbell, Rory Shott
and Brenan Jones. PP 1-8, PK 7-7, shots 30-41 I don't actually
believe that. The Cossack Inn was rocking or pickled egging or
countrying or maybe it was a good thing that the dance floor was
very and I mean very well supported, thanks for your local hospitality.
Correction
to the announcement with regards to the Royalamaniacs in attendance
at the Cold Lake All Star Game - he will be on the ice with a
whistle in hand. Now, how will you ever be able to spot him???
Does the word 'round belly' or looks like an out of training Cutman
sound right. Get out of the way of the puck, and don't fall on
anyone!!
All
Star weekend is fast approaching and the spots of the road trip
are filling up fast (2 left, unless I forgot someone), we leave
from the Cobras practice at 12:30 and arrive at NAIT later. Our
skills participants are - Accuracy = Tyler Thomlison, Agility
= Jeff Amundson, Fastest = Brett Jacobs, Hardest Shot = Matt (the
possum) Buskas, Breakaways = James (J.C.) Cho. To quote Maclean
and Maclean "if we don't win a shit load of gold in the skills
competition there ought to be a hanging". We are, once again,
very well represented in the 2003/2004 CJHL Memorial All Star
Game <sorry John>. Forwards Ryan Miller, Nathan Hollands,
Brenan Jones get to play as a line for the first time. Helping
them out on the power play will be Cody Campbell and Terrace Warawa
will be in-between the pipes. That's 1/4 of the team, nice!! The
following weekend the CJHL will be sending another All Star team
to play against the North East Alberta Junior B League in their
leagues annual All Star Game in Cold Lake. (Just confirmed the
there will be local Royalamaniacs - Vinny and family, in attendance).
I don't know if I like this but the Royals are very proud to be
sending 5 players to this event - and it's the same 5 from the
week before. Congratulations to Ryan, Nathan, Brenan, Cody and
T.
Tough
game for the 2 fastest teams in the CJ to start the post Christmas
season (although tougher for us than them) as the Royal fall to
the Knights 1-5. At least we were better than we were at practice.
Scoring his 1st goal as a Royal, Brett Jacobs assisted by Tyler
Thomlison and Matt Kalinowski. It will be good to get 2 practices
under our belts before we get to play again. PP 0-5, PK 5-5, shots
29-28. The Royalamaniacs from England (more specifically Reading
and Slough) sent over some of their pin making handiwork, they
look great! There was contact, over the holidays, with over 216
Royalamaniacs and something about Heather's spot.
What
a great way to go into the Christmas break, 9-1 with Nathan Hollands
and Ryan Miller getting hattricks. It's a good thing that we didn't
play Wally tonight, there was quite a delay in getting the 3rd
period going (because of all the turkey feathers on the ice, from
the live turkey toss) as God is my witness I didn't know turkeys
could run on ice. Also scoring Matt (where is my scoring wax)
Kalinowski, Brenan Jones and Mark Haupt. There were not that many
assists given out, for 9 goals being scored, but here they are
Rory Shott (2), Jeff Amundson (3), Cody Campbell, Jarret Brophy,
Troy Warawa, Matt Kalinowski, Marc Rinfret and Brenan Jones. PP
2-6,PK 5-6 with 2 short handed goals, shots 52-21. It was a strong
night in the stands as many new Royalamaniacs and old ones showed
up and made the turkey toss a great success. The room de Royal
was fun, more people could have been there but at least the cans
got all cleaned up. MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAVE A ROYAL NEW YEAR!!!!
Sorry
for the delay but it took me this long to filet all the fish we
got in St. Albert, after we got over the 1-3 loss. Ryan Miller
scored the only goal and it was assisted by Rory Shott and Brenan
Jones. PP 1-8, PK 4-6, shots 29-23. FINISH.
There
was no after effects from the Royals Do Christmas party at last
nights game, 9-2 win over the Jets. We have always had football
players around the team but this (item) was the first of its kind
that was used as a football - bull riding??? Nathan Hollands popped
in 4 goals, Tyler Thomlison (2), Ryan Miller, Brenan Jones and
Jarret Brophy. It's hard to believe Cody Campbell only had 3 assists,
Brenan Jones (3), Ryan Miller (2), Matt Buskas, Nathan Hollands,
James (nice cheering section) Cho (3) and Tyler Thomlison. PP
4-8, PK 7-7, shots 49-17. Coach Russ has been let back into the
country and is now down to 2 teeth. Maybe we should have given
those underwear to Angus Love instead of Side Show Bob, cause
when he wears that new kilt he needs some coverage.
The
Royals gave Coach Russ his Christmas present last night by beating
the Red Wings 4-2, but where is his, he knows the party is on
Friday and he is still out of the country. An interesting conversation
took place last night regarding the reasoning behind living on
the ground floor vs up stairs and how wide a bedroom doorway should
be. There was karioke but not a singing Cutman in sight. Scoring
goals for the speedy Royals, Brenan Jones, Matt Kalinowski, Rory
Shott and Mark Haupt. The assists went to Tyler Thomlison, Jeff
Pringle, Ryan Miller and Brenan Jones. PP 1-3, PK 7-8, shots 33-28.
Lets hope the northside boys got back home before curfew, sorry
the game started 10 minutes late.
There
is no joy in Royalamaniac land today. This game marked the lowest
single game mark for penalties in the Icemen history as the Royal
lost 5-6. Matt Kalinowski scored 2 goals, Ryan Miller, Tyler Thomlison
and Adrian (1st goal 1st shot 2nd shift) Esposito. The assists
went to Ryan Miller, Jeff Pringle, Brett Jacobs, Tyler Thomlison,
Brenan Jones and Matt Kalinowski. PP 1-6, PK 4-4, shots 30-33.
You will never guess who the newest Royal book worm is. Yes, we
are now making the Jones family happy, by spelling their little
boys name correctly, his birth certificate says Brenan and now
so do the Royals - this isn't the first time that Scott has made
this type of error.
THIS
JUST IN!!! "Royals have complaint lodged against them by
rink attendant as quoted 'The condition that they leave the ice
in can no longer be tolerated. The ruts that are left behind the
net are not repairable in 15 minutes, they are just about done
to the cement every week'" it has been suggested, by Royals
management, that a weight loss program might help.
What
happens when you play a game and score in all the right ways (PP
3, SH 1, faceoff 2)? YOU WIN!! This was the longest game we have
played this year, why did it take so long? No I won't tell you
why, everybody knows already that scrums are bad. Why advertise
a water contest and close your doors early??? The Cutman will
decide if we go back there again. Nathan Hollands hattrick streak
stopped at 2 games but he scored 2 goals, Ryan Miller (2), Matt
Kalinowski (2), Rory Shott and Marc Rinfret with the rest. Assists
went to Brenan Jones (2), James Cho, Jamie Anderson, Troy Warawa,
Mark Haupt, Jeff Amundson (3), Jeff Pringle (2), Jarret Brophy,
Cody Campbell and Marc Rinfret. Speed Kills. PP 3-8, PK 5-6, shots
43-34. When did it become a rule that you have to yell at the
reffs after every whistle? Boy there sure was a lot of questions
answered last night.
The
Chiefs didn't fold before the game, much to their coach's surprise,
and the Royal skated to a 6-2 victory before family and friends
out in Beaumont. A second period explosion helped lead the way,
welcome back Jeff, when we scored 4 goals in 4 minutes. A great
night to travel around SUNNY Alberta! With his 2nd hattrick in
the last 2 games Nathan Hollands led the way, Ryan Miller, Jeff
Amundson and Rory Shott finished the scoring. Assisting the goals
were Brenan Jones (2), Rory Shott, Nathan Hollands, Jeff Pringle
(2), Jeff Amundson (2), Ryan Miller, Pat McNary (2) and Jamie
Anderson. The PP was 2-5, PK 9-10, shots 34-22.
'Hey
Royals "Remember the Titans"' Royals win 8-1 over the
Riggers! Friday November 22/2002 does that date ring a bell for
anyone? The time keepers had a workout and they really got to
know some of the Riggers very well, when will they ever learn.
On the lighter side the pops were bad the popcorn tasted bad but
all in all Kent has the best trigger finger on the Royal. He emptied
his two spray bottles quicker than all the others and those T-shirts
were very clingy, thanks Cutman and Lover. Nathan Hollands (3),
Ryan Miller (2), Jeff Amundson, Jarret Brophy and Rory Shott scored
our goals. Lots of assists two on every goal if you can believe
that, Cody Campbell (2), Brenan Jones (4), Jeff Amundson (2),
James Cho (2), Nathan Hollands (2), Mark Haupt (2), Matt Kalinowski
and Rory Shott. Did I mention that their was a little fun in the
stands. PP 5-14, PK 8-8, shots 46-23. I can't wait till we play
with 4 lines.
Another
win 4-1 out at Fort Sask., we aren't counting but it looks like
the league is. This was by far our most interesting game of the
year <thanks Darrin (you still owe me beer) Bauer> but we
killed all those penalties. J.C. Makes the score sheet and Denny
was solid, it doesn't get any better does it? "to answer
that question YES IT WILL"!!!! Brenan Jones scored 2 goals,
singles to Matt (that's the 2nd one from Jeff) Buskas and Jeff
Amundson. Assisting on the goals Ryan Miller (2), James Cho (2),
Tyler Thomlison, Matt Kalinowski and Jeff Amundson. For the first
time since our opening game our PP was 0-6, PK 11-11 with 1 short
handed goal. Shots were 36-36, can anyone believe all the penalties
that were called? I saw one Gibbons Royalamaniac at the game!
Despite
"running up the score" as we were accused of, we came
close to playing solid for 60 minutes in our 8-2 win over the
Sabres. Nice job on the ice slot, we got to the rink 2 hours early,
this worked out because we were able to remember all our teammates
names and that we have to work on our goal scoring yell. Brenan
Jones scored his 1st hattrick of the year, Cody Campbell (2),
Nathan Hollands, Troy (did your girlfriend cheer for you last
night) Warawa and Ryan Miller got the others. With his 1st point
of the season Terrace Warawa, Ryan Miller, Rory Shott (2), Jarret
Brophy (2), Mark Haupt, Cody Campbell, Jeff Amundson, Matt Buskas
and Troy Warawa all got assists on the scoresheet, but there were
a number of mistakes. PP 2-3, PK 6-7, no set play goals and the
shots were 38-25. All the Tofield Royalamaniacs went home happy.
Morinville
Sunday afternoon - it was still hopping in downtown (or at least
we think it was downtown) Regina. We missed the 6-2 victory but
not the Esks win. Goal scorers - Nathan Hollands (2), Ryan Miller,
Cody Campbell, Matt Kalinowski and Rory Shott. Assists - Matt
Buskas (2), Jeff Amundson (2), Matt Kalinowski, Brenan Jones,
Ryan Miller (2), Nathan Hollands and Cody Campbell. Our PP was
3-8, PK 5-5, shots 46-19. To hear any more about the Grey Cup
you will have to ask The Cutman Corner.
It
looks like the summary will come from the game sheet because the
Regina gray area has not cleared from my head. Goals by Cody Campbell
(2), Ryan Miller, Troy Warawa and Rory Shott paced us to a 5-3
win in Leduc. Assists went to Brenan Jones (2), Pat McNary, Marc
Rinfret and Marc Haupt (2). Shots were 27-26, the PP was 1-6,
PK 3-4.
The
team that wouldn't shoot quickly came away with a 3-2 victory
over a short staffed Beaumont squad. A few to many lineup changes
lately made our game sloppy and we wouldn't finish. Then the wet
T-shirt contest was canceled so all that was left 'pops'. Goals
were scored by Matt Kalinowski, Tyler Thomlison and Troy Warawa;
assisted by Nathan Hollands, Jeff Amundson, Rory Shott, Mark Haupt
and Marc (I wonder if I will ever get any Royal wear) Rinfret.
There wasn't any flow to the game because of all the interesting
calls that were made, so it must have been a stinker to watch
from the stands. PP 2-12, PK 7-7, shots were 41-21 but we should
have had 66.
Downtown
Millwoods was good to the Royal once again, as we skated to a
7-3 win over the River Kings. By scoring the last 6 goals of the
game we over came lots of yapping and an early gift. Any time
you score 5 power play goal it's a good day to go for a few pops
after the game, which explains why the site was updated so late.
Ryan Miller (hattrick),Matt Buskas, Tyler Thomlison, Nathan Hollands
and Brenan Jones scored. Assisting the goals Cody Campbell (4),
Rory Shott (3), Tyler Thomlison, Jeff Amundson (2), Brenan Jones
and Nathan Hollands. Way to many penalties in the game but it
work out well for our special teams PP was an outstanding 5-8
and PK 9-10, shots 27-27.
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2002-03 Game-by-Game Descriptions