Army defeats El Roco 4-1

The Red Army played there most complete game of the season, knocking off the El Roco 4-1. After spotting the Buschwackers an early 1-0 lead. (They scored on the first shift) The Army defense took over. The Wackers goalie was stellar early. The Army didn't solve him until midway through the second period. The Army lead 2-1 after two and scored 2 more in the third to get the win and propel their record to 5-4-1. This has to be the comeback story of the year in sports. "The biggest thing that help us tonight was the absence of Wacker defensmen Dave Roche. He has dominated us over the years. He is the sole reason we didn't score the first time we played them," Said Army defense, Todd Palmiscno. Wacker forward Jerry Lundby added, "When Ro-Chee is out there we never have to worry about anyone going wide. It is tough to get around someone that is wider than they are tall." The Army finally got a decent performance out of goalie, Josh Gilbertson. "One game out of 10 isn't bad," said Army winger Steve Palmiscno.

Game Time Change

Due to overwhelming fan support the Red Army vs El Toco game has been moved up to handle the overflowing crowd expected for tonight's game. The game is now scheduled for 7:00 at the Gambucci Arena. Both teams have a gag order for tonight's game. Inside sources from both teams are even tight lipped. The first game between these two rivals went the way of the Buschwackers, 1-0. Don't expect that to happen again, as the Army has scored 11 goals in their last two games. Call 1-800-REDARMY for tickets.

Army doesn't lose lead this time

The Red Army defeated Overtime 5-2 in Huff-n-Puff action last night. The Army lead 5-2 going into the third period, but this week didn't let a 3 goal lead slip away. The Army was lead by Lance Norman's 2 goals. Yes Lance scored twice. "What is more amazing then Lance scoring 2 goals, is that Kurt Comeau passed the puck twice to garner 2 assists," said Steve Palmiscno (who also tallied a goal). Also scoring for the Army was Perry Marto. "All you guys that said I wouldn't score this year, take that," screamed a jubilant Marto. "All we have to do is change are vote to one goal and we will be correct," said Steve Olson. Marto is still 3 goals behind his son Jake. ("He plays for UND you know," Said Perry) Finally Josh Gilbertson was able to make 6 saves to earn the win. "This is the first time I had more save than goals allowed. I think I'm turning the corner," said a confident Gilbertson. "He still sucks," Quipped Shawn McMillan. The win puts the Army at 4-4-1. The first time the Army has been over the .500 mark this late in the season if 10 years.

Red Army takes on expansion team

The Red Army takes on Overtime (defunct bar and grill) tonight at 6:00 at the Blue Line Arena. This is the first meeting ever between the teams. After the moratorium for expansion in the Huff-n-Puff league was lifted, Overtime was given the nod. Not much is know about this team. "We have to expect them to be good. We have to be at the top of our game," Said Coach Terry Paukert. He continued, "We aren't that good, we expect that everyone is better than us." The Army is hoping to play a full 51 minutes this week. After blowing a 3 goal lead late in the 3rd last week against Gerrell's the Army was embarrassed. "We deserved to get punished at University Park last week. Coach paukert just kept saying "Again, Again", we will be ready tonight," said a confident Perry Marto, who has yet to score this season. Of course he needs to play more than once a month. Call 1-800-REDARMY for tickets. Very few are still available for tonight's game.

Army ties Gerrell's, Gives up 3 goals in final 6 minutes

The Red Army blew a 3 goal lead in the third period in a tie against Gerrell's. The Army was ahead 6-3 with just under 6 minutes to play. Gerrell's tied it at six with just over a minute to play in the game. The Army did have 2 glorious chances to win the game, but Lance "tripod" Norman couldn't capitalize. Even though Norman scored a goal he was credited with 33 shots on net. "Even a blind pig finds corn," said Bill Knipe. "This is an embarrassment to Army hockey," said owner Darrell Boucher. Boucher had a bus pick up the Army after the game and they were carted to University Park. Where assistant coach, Danny Marto, skated the Army for 75 minutes in -20 temperatures. The media wasn't allowed to talk to any of the players after the practice. Reports say that Army Defensmen, Chad Swenseid, was so cold that he was able to break off some of his back hair.

Army Looks for 3 in a Row

The Red Army is looking for there first 3 game win streak in 8 years as they take on Gerrell's at 9:30 at the Eagles Arena. With the late start there are lots of good seats left. Also the game has been moved from ESPN 8 to ESPN 3. This will give the Army better coverage throughout the area. The Army is hoping for the return of Lance Norman. Norman was AWOL from last game. (Most likely the reason for the 9-4 win) Norman claims that he had a touch of the flu. His Doctor, Dr. Warner, had a legal document faxed to Red Army headquarters last Thursday morning explaining Norman's absence. Repeated calls to both Norman and Warner were not returned. Army assistant GM Paul Markovich said this in a prepared statement, "We are disappointed in the actions of Norman. He failed to see the team doctor, Dr. Dave Whalen. But with the legal document that we have, nothing can be done. So Norman will be in the line-up tonight. This reporter has learned that Norman was with Dr. Norman last Wednesday. But not at the hospital. Norman and Warner were seen last Wednesday with Pacman Jones at a strip club in Fargo. Cameras outside the club have verified both Jones and Warner, the images are to grainy to tell if Norman is the third. But with his status of a "Elite Athlete", witnesses claim that he was there. More on this developing situation.

Palmiscno, Comeau Each Score Four in Army Win

The Red Army dominated Play it Again Sports 9-4 last night in Huff-n-Puff action. The Army never trailed in the game. Steve Palmiscno and Kurt Comeau each scored 4 goals with Shawn McMillan tallying the other. It was Palmiscno's first 4 goal game since his days roaming University Park. "It was great to put the puck in the net. This is why I was picked up to play on this team. My agent, Terrell Owens, has taught me everything I know. This team would be win-less without me." Comeau was much more modest about his first career four goal game. "I just want to thank God for the opportunity to play on this team. I can't believe I scored on a penalty shot." Comeau is now 1-47 in his career on penalty shots. Army GM Kevin Kyle stated, "It is about time those 2 did something. Palmiscno was very close to becoming a casualty just like Pac-man Jones. I know he and Jones are very good friends, so he better be on his best behavior." Kyle continued, "Comeau better keep this pace up, he doesn't play in his own end, so he better score or he will get a one way ticket to the Arctic Circle."

Will 2 Week Layoff Hurt Army?

The Red Army takes on a highly skilled Play it Again Sports team tonight at 8:15 in the Gambucci Arena. "To have a two week layoff and then play these guys will be a vaunting task. There skill is as good as anyone in our league," said Perry Marto. Steve Olson added, "They average 40 lbs. less per man, of course they will have more skill then us." The Army carries a 2-4 record into the second half of the season. With two tough losses the Army could have been over the .500 mark. This would have been a milestone, as the Army hasn't been over .500 after Christmas since 1998. For tickets call 1-800-REDARMY.

Army back on the ice tomorrow night

The Red Army plays tomorrow night at 8:15 at the Gambucci Arena. They will take on Play it Again Sports. With a 2 week layoff, the Army could be a little rusty! More on tap tomorrow.