Training at Chandler MMA with the Master!

I have been working out at Chandler MMA for a little over a month.  In the beginning it was really hard, and my muscles hurt bad!  Now that I have a routine and I’ve been going regularly, I feel stronger!

Murph working out with Master McGowan

Working out with Master McGowan twice a week, has also given me more confidence.  I am doing exercises that will also help me in hockey, I use weights to mimic my face-off and I’m working on that explosive first three steps, while building stronger muscles!

Training is another part to being successful in hockey and if you put in the time, you will see results!  Master McGowan trains out of Polar Ice Chandler, he inspires me to keep working hard, go see him and he will inspire you too!

Murph Goes Pink for DYHA Game – Ends in 3-3 Tie

Playing House Hockey for the Summer

Jr. Coyotes finish 2-2 in Coyote Cup

My team won 2 games in the Coyote Cup Tournament.  The first game vs Vosha Mustangs (7-2) and another against the Phoenix Firebirds (7-0).  We lost to the San Diego Oilers (4-0) and the Peoria Roadrunners (7-4).  We played a good game in our two losses, but it was not enough to win.  Our team ranked 5th in the tournament.

Murph & Pop Pop

In the game against the Roadrunners; I got called for a tripping penalty, but I stopped a breakaway.  The Red Line did great in this tournament and together we had nine goals.  Here are the Squirt B Division Rankings.

This tournament meant a lot to me because my Pop Pop was able to watch me play hockey as a Jr. Coyote.

Shout Out to my Hockey friend Powers

During my summer house season on the Saints; we had a new player join the team.  I greeted Jake in the locker room, and told him if he needed anything during the game, I would help him.  My mom suggested to his mom that he check out the Tuesday night power skating class at Chandler Polar Ice.  He attended power skating weekly.  His game improved so much; that by the end of the season, he was making plays and contributing toward scoring.  One thing Powers has it determination!

Powers is playing house again for his second season.  He started the preseason off with a bang.  His team lost 3-2, but those two goals were his.  He was the game winning MVP and got the game puck!  When I heard the news, I had to call and congratulate him.  Awesome job Powers!  Look forward to playing with you again.  See you at Power Skating!  Murph

Face Off with a Friend

I spent the entire summer playing on the same team as Jacob. Now that summer is over and we are both on different teams, I was taking a face off against him in the Labor Day Tournament. He gave me a hockey hit when he entered the face off circle. Jacob is a good friend and a leader on the Polar Bears team. I thought he was going to get a goal, he had a few chances to move the puck on a break away. He never stopped trying.

I am looking forward to seeing him again on the ice.