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Who are the Filibusters?
- posted on Jan. 30th, 2010
The DC Filibusters are a collection of players from all over the Michigan. They come from both ice hockey and roller hockey backgrounds. The Pro team features many players from NARCH - Gold Division including their standout goal tender John Waschuk, captain Frank Zombo, and defenseman Brian Mirendorf. From the University of Michigan - Dearborn they acquired Marino Santi. From Oakland University Ice Hockey, they have Chris Hoekstra and Jim Moran. Dave Trahan and backup goaltender Mike Staple, along with some AAA players, all played together on the Grand Valley State Roller Hockey team, Dave Trahan was on the National Championship team of 2009.
The AA team features players from rival cities Grand Rapid, Detroit, and Chicago!
This collection of players are very excited about representing the DC Filibusters in the MLRH2, AAA, and AA levels. The team hopes to become more competitive with becoming more familiar with each other's playing styles through practice and due to the addition of a few key players.
The DC Filibusters take the floor next on January 20th against Chicago at Cedar Springs. They feel confident with eight games remaining in being able to make a run to get into the playoffs. |
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Bucs Get A Visit From the Tooth Fairy!!
- posted on Jan. 26th, 2010
The SC Buccaneers appeared on Saturday, January 23rd from 1pm - 3pm at the Spartanburg cinemas for family day to celebrate the premier of the movie, "The Tooth Fairy" with Dwayne "the Rock" Johnson.
The SC Buccaneers arrived to a crowd of over 200 parents and children who had them autograph "Tooth Fairy" posters and pictures. As Darcy Anderson, Jason Whitman, Brian Hannold and Darren Anderson worked the crowd, they all got to see the "Tooth Fairy" for the first time with fans who had come to see the movie and meet the Buccaneers.
For more on the SC Buccaneers visit http://www.scbuccaneersprohockey.com/ |
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Detroit Remains Unbeaten!
- posted on Jan. 21st, 2010
January 17, 2010 began as a normal Sunday, but would end as the day a huge rivalry was born in the MLRH North division. The division leading Detroit Revolution (7-0) and the newly formed Chicago Roller Snakes would battle it out in all divisions. The Detroit Revolution is recognized as a team without star power, but with consistent talent and depth throughout their entire organization. This overall balance had lead them to begin the season 5-0 with victories over the Washington DC Filibusters (1), the Michigan Thunder (2) and the Florida Fusion (2) before the weekend festival in Grand Rapids began. The Chicago RollerSnakes are lead by Pat Lee of Mission Syndicate, Pete Messina of the Tour Mudcats and Vince Free of the USA Clinics Pro team.Unfortunately for the RollerSnakes all three of those players were at Narch Winter Nationals in San Jose, California. This first meeting of the "D Rev" team vs the "Snakes" of Chicago would prove to be the game of the season so far in the MLRH2 full contact division....... READ FULL STORY, CLICK HERE |
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Buccaneers Thump Virginia Wings in Front of Record Crowd!
- posted on Jan. 16th, 2010
You know it was going to be a busy night when two buses of boy scouts pulled up to the Pavilion at 7:45pm to an already full and standing room only Pavilion sports Complex. As fans arrived early for the fan appreciation night, the first in "marketing" ideas by Bill Raue to introduce all different people to inline hockey, it appeared this evening his efforts were a complete success. As fans continued to walk into the door before the festivities began, there was nothing but standing space behind the arena goal nets to accommodate them and a reminder of the glorious Montreal Forum days when fans congregated by the thousands to watch their heroes play and had to stand as there wasn't a seat in the Forum to accommodate them.
Tonight, these fans got to witness the SC Buccaneers and the Virginia Wings meet for the first time of the season. As the opening puck dropped, The Bucc's would pepper the Wings goaltender for a team high 54 shots on their way to a 20 - 4 victory. The Bucc's Lee Cannon was pulled early in the fourth quarter for back up Miles Wilson to finish the game. Wilson allowed 3 goals on 8 shots in the fourth quarter.
Paul Bailey, finished with a personal best of five goals and four assists, while Dave Werner finished with four goals and three assists and Darcy Anderson tallied three goals and three assists. Morgan Miskell of the Wings answered with two goals.
The Bucc's return to play February 19th @ 7:00pm in a battle for first place as they take on their rivals, the Florida Fusion. They return to action the next day to meet the Pittsburgh Blackout in a series of home and home games @ 12:00pm and 7:00pm respectively, tickets are now on sale for all those games at a special price of $5 |
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Bucs Host Fan Appreciation Night in SC!!
- posted on Jan.10th, 2010
The South Carolina Buccaneers are offering up some old fashioned southern hospitality with a Free game for hockey fans in the Palmetto state. Friday night, January 15, the Bucs host the Virginia Wings and they are throwing open the doors to their fans as well as the curiosity seekers who have never witnessed full-contact Major League Roller Hockey. The Bucs are currently 2-2 in the MLRH South Division, chasing the Florida Fusion at 3-2. Through a quirk of scheduling, the Wings have yet to play a game but are expected to field a highly competitive team. The puck drops at 8:00 PM at the Pavilion in Greenville, SC. For more information, please visit www.SCBuccaneersProHockey.com |
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The Pro Race At A Glance....
- posted on Jan.8th, 2010
For most teams, the early games are out of the way and now is the time of year when the championship race gets serious. In the MLRH South, the South Carolina Buccaneers got a break in the way of some help from the Detroit Revolution who swept the Florida Fusion. At the moment the Fusion are 3-2 and the Buccaneers are hot on their heels at 2-2. Add the Virginia Wings, who have yet to play a game and the Pennsylvania Blackout who have player (and won) their only game and it looks like there is going to be a great three months of hockey in store for MLRH fans in the South (OK, so Pennsylvania ain't exactly "south" but they are in the division).
In the MLRH North, things will get a lot clearer after the January 16 and 17 Festival in Grand Rapids featuring the Michigan Thunder, Detroit Revolution, DC Filibusters and the Chicago RollerSnakes.
At the moment, Detroit is leading the pack with a 5-0 record but the highly regarded Chicago team has yet to play a game. The DC Filibusters have been competitive.but need to post a big win soon to make believers out of the rest of the league. Meanwhile, in Grand Rapids, the winless Michigan Thunder need to get a couple wins or it will be a long year in Grand Rapids.
Stay tuned fans... |
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Rollersnakes Have Big Plans In Chicago!
- posted on Jan.7th, 2010
Not since the days of Jake and Elwood Blues has Chicago had a duo set to bring the Windy City this kind of excitement. Pat Lee, currently lighting up the the AAHL (All American Hockey league) with the Chicago Blaze has signed to skate with owner Steve McHugh's Chicago RollerSnakes. To date, Lee has tallied 11 goals in 11 games on the ice for the Blaze and is certain to add firepower to the Snakes lineup when he laces up the wheels.
Lee has promised to bring more talent with him to the land of Lincoln and bring an MLRH title to a city that has not won a championship in any sport lately. In addition to skating for the Pro RollerSnakes, Lee will coach the AAA and AA non--check teams. "We plan to make the Snake organization the premier program in the area, from the pro team to entry level AA team for promising younger players. Owner and GM, Steve McHugh looks forward to the Snakes season debut on the road in Grand Rapids,MI on January 17 and 18. The Snakes will hook up with the Michigan Thunder, Detroit Revolution and the DC Filibusters in a 4-team MLRH Festival format.In addition to the full-contact pro games, the teams will also field AAA and entry level AA teams for the competition.
McHugh, who owns the Hockey Hut on-line and retail pro shops has taken on the task of building a highly competitive program in Chicago. "We are making a serious commitment to MLRH and a winning program in Chicago , top to bottom said McHugh. "We want to win at the professional level but we are equally committed to winning at the AAA and AA level. These teams are the future of our program and, with Pat Lee behind the bench, it is a great opportunity for players to learn the game from a guy who has played at a very high level, including representing the USA in World Championship events.
"Lee is a prefect fit for the Snakes. His leadership, desire to win and his work ethic are the embodiment of a successful and winning franchise." McHugh commented. "With the addition of Pete Messina, and other great players who we are bringing into our program, we plan to have not only a competitive team but a dominant team.
After the opening weekend in Grand rapids, we look forward to putting on a show February 27 and 28 when we host a festival event at Hat Trick Hockey. Fans will see the MLRH North teams including the Michigan Thunder, DC Filibusters, and Detroit Revolution at the opening event.
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How many 2009 -2010 regular season games?
14 games are played
How many games must a player compete in to qualify for playoffs?
A player must play "5" games and be verified by a festival director or MLRH staff member
Are there any player association fees?
Players must pay a $30 fee for player's association fees. No player may compete without it.
Why are you playing festivals?
MLRH has recently began using "festivals" to help us have teams compete a large number of scheduled games with little difficulty and or travel. This helps save on multiple travel games and excessive road costs
Is there a board that governs MLRH?
MLRH in December 2009, elected a board which helps govern the league and it's rules for the better of the sport and all participants. The board meets weekly with all owners in a conference call to resolve all issues and discuss new ideas and suggestions
How can I get on an MLRH team?
Go to our rosters page and click on a team link for further information!
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