hockeyfan Posted December 5, 2006 Report Posted December 5, 2006 This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up Beaumont, TX (December 4, 2006) The Texas Wildcatters enter the week with a 13-3-2-0 record after completing an amazing road trip with a 6-1-0-0 record. Texas leads the American Conference with 28 points. Olivier Proulx had a league best seven game goal scoring streak and was named In Glas Co ECHL Player of the Week. Proulx scored four goals with four assists for eight points and had a plus five. Kevin Baker leads the ECHL with 16 goals and 11 power play goals. This Week’s Games Thursday, December 7 at 7:05 p.m., Friday, December 8 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, December 9 at 7:05 p.m. CT vs. Charlotte The ‘Catters return home for 12 out of their next 14 games starting with a three game series against South Division rival, the Charlotte Checkers. Charlotte comes to Southeast Texas with a record of 11-7-0-0 and trail the Wildcatters by six points for first place in the South Division. The Checkers defeated the Wildcatters in overtime in Charlotte in the first meeting on November 5 by a score of 4-3. The ‘Catters rallied with two late third period goals to help earn a point in the road game. Charlotte is led by Mark Lee who is fourth in the ECHL with 29 points and goaltender Chris Holt with a record of 8-5-0 and a 3.46 GAA. Last week – Wildcatters Win Two of Three at Florida, Finish Road Trip with 6-1-0-0 Record Tuesday, November 28 at Florida 6-5 Win The Texas Wildcatters on the strength of Kevin Baker’s hat trick held off the Florida Everblades comeback and won by a score of 6 to 5 in front of a crowd 4,732 at Germain Arena. Baker scored two third period goals including the game winner. It was the first hat trick of the season for the Wildcatters. J.F. David chipped in three assists for the ‘Catters. Brandin Cote and Mike Bayrack finished the game with a goal and two assists. Goaltender Matt Yeats who was runner-up for goaltender of the week honors got his league leading tenth win of the season making 24 saves in the victory. Friday, December 1 at Florida 5-2 Loss The Texas Wildcatters lost for the first time in regulation in their last 11 games as the Florida Everblades won by a score of 5-2 in front of 5,919 at Germain Arena. Florida took control of the game in the first period as Chris Lee and Brent McDonald netted goals for the Everblades. Goaltender Matt Yeats was pulled and Miroslav Kopriva replaced him. Yeats was unbeaten in his last 10 starts (9-0-1). Mike Bayrack would get the ‘Catters on the board with a power play goal before the second period ended. Jonathan Paiement scored his first professional goal, but the ‘Catters went down to Florida. Saturday, December 2 at Florida 3-0 Win The Texas Wildcatters finished their long 7 game road trip with a stellar 6-1 record after shutting out the Florida Everblades 3-0 in front 7,406 at Germain Arena. Goaltender Miroslav Kopriva made 35 saves for his first shutout of the season and Mike Bayrack scored two goals to help the ‘Catters to their sixth win on the seven game road trip The ‘Catters scored a goal in each period as Bayrack opened the scoring at the 14:33 mark of period number one. It was a power play goal assisted from Paul Albers and Mike Madill. Olivier Proulx scored his eighth of the season from Leon Hayward and Daniel Sparre the 8:54 of the second period to make it 2-0. Bayrack would get his second of the game and 12th of the year at 15:48 of the third with a shot from the high slot to wrap things up and give the ‘Catters a 3-0 shutout win. Texas finished the night 2 for 8 on the power play and held Florida scoreless at 0 for 8 on the power play. Wildcatters Itinerary (All Times are Central) Monday, Dec. 4 Day off Tuesday, Dec. 5 Practice at Ford Arena Wednesday, Dec. 6 Practice at Ford Arena Thursday, Dec. 7 Pre-Game Skate, 10:00 a.m. @ Ford Arena GAME vs. Charlotte, 7:05 p.m. @ Ford Arena Friday, Dec. 8 Pre-Game Skate, 10:00 a.m. @ Ford Arena GAME vs. Charlotte, 7:30 p.m. @ Ford Arena Saturday, Dec. 9 Pre-Game Skate, 10:00 a.m. @ Ford Arena GAME vs. Charlotte, 7:05 p.m. @ Ford Arena Sunday, Dec. 10 Day Off Upcoming Promotions Thursday, Dec. 7 - $10 for all seats except glass seats Friday, Dec. 8 – Player Photo Night – Fans can pose with their favorite Wildcatter after the game. Disposable cameras can be purchased at the Wildcatters merchandise booth at Ford Arena. It is also Kettles and Cans Night where fans who bring a canned good to the game can receive $1 off your ticket price in support of the Salvation Army. Saturday, Dec. 9 – Ladies’ Night – Ladies can purchase tickets for just $7 at the Box office on the day of the game. Guys can take advantage of the promotion if they come dressed the part. Friday, Dec. 15 – Playstation 3 Raffle – One Lucky fan will have the opportunity to win the hottest item this Christmas, the Playstation 3 Video Game System from Best Buy. Saturday, Dec. 16 – Teddy Bear Toss for Tots – The Wildcatters have teamed up with Buckner Children’s Village and the Southeast Texas Toys for Tots for the annual “Teddy Bear Tossâ€! After the Wildcatters first goal of the night, fans will be encouraged to throw new, plush, unwrapped toys on the ice, to be collected and given to the Southeast Texas Toys for Tots program and Buckner Children’s Village. Fans can purchase bears at the Wildcatters office at Ford Arena or at the merchandise booth during the game for $10. Future Home Games at Ford Arena Thursday, Dec. 7 vs. Charlotte 7:05 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8 vs. Charlotte 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 vs. Charlotte 7:05 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 14 vs. Phoenix, 7:05 p.m. Friday, Dec. 15 vs. Phoenix, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 16 vs. Phoenix, 7:05 p.m. Wildcatters in the Community This week, Wildcatters players and staff will be visiting the Ronald McDonald House in Galveston to meet the families, take photos and sign autographs. Wildcatters on the Air ESPN Radio 1450 am The Ticket is the exclusive home for Texas Wildcatters Hockey all season long. Join the “Voice of the Wildcatters†Anthony Langella, Jr. for all the play-by-play action. The Wildcatters Warm-up show will begin 20 minutes prior to opening face-off. You can also catch the action at www.wildcattershockey.com by clicking on the listen to the ticket link on the left side of the home page. Select games are also available to view for a fee on the B2 Networks by clicking on the link at the left of the Wildcatters homepage. Ticket Information The Texas Wildcatters are the ECHL affiliate for the AHL’s Houston Aeros. The Wildcatters begin a three game on Thursday, December 7 vs. the Charlotte Checkers. Don't miss any hard-hitting Wildcatters hockey action. 2006-07 Season Tickets are still available. Wildcatters' season tickets start at just $9 per game and feature numerous benefits including free parking and discounted merchandise. Group discount plans are also available by calling (409) 951-5500. For single game tickets stop by the Ford Park Box Office, call (409) 951-5440 or log on to ticketmaster.com. For more information, visit the Wildcatters online at www.wildcattershockey.com. --TEXAS WILDCATTERS--
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