Category: Hockey Update

FOT Hockey Playoffs

Playoff Update

Four teams were eliminated in the two game, total score competition between eight teams. Remaining are Gears Beer who selected Mike Davis in the first goalie round vs Lukes Lawn with Corey. Milnes selected Eric Ashton against Saber with Tom Gwilym.

Monday’s games: Gears Beer vs Lukes at 7:15 pm; Saber vs Milnes 8:15 and Antcliff will play against Collier at 9:15 in their consolation game.

Opportunities To Skate

Keep Those Legs Moving! Pre-Tournament Conditioning Sessions

Don’t let your skills get rusty before the Alumni and Oldtimers Tournaments! I’ve secured prime ice time throughout March for some high-quality 40+ drop-in sessions that will keep your legs fresh and your hands sharp.

MARCH SCHEDULE:

FRIDAYS (EVENING)SUNDAYS (MORNING)
March 14th – 8:30 PMMarch 16th – 10:30 AM
March 21st – 7:30 PMMarch 23rd – 10:45 AM
March 28th – 7:30 PMMarch 30th – 10:30 AM

WHAT TO EXPECT:

  • Competitive but friendly 40+ play
  • Balanced teams using Perfect Skate system
  • Full ice with goalies
  • Post-skate refreshments available (it’s called “Gears BEER” for a reason!)
  • Limited spots to ensure quality ice time

HOW TO REGISTER:

OPTION 1: PERFECT SKATE APP (PREFERRED)

  1. Visit app.perfectskate.com
  2. Join the “40+ Gears Beer Private List”
  3. Text Dave to let him know you’ve registered
  4. Once approved you Book and Unbook your ice time.

OPTION 2: Concierge Service

If the app seems challenging, simply click here to join our hockey list with your specifics, and I’ll personally help get you set up.

QUESTIONS?

Text me directly with any questions about these sessions or the upcoming tournaments. Looking forward to seeing everyone on the ice!
Remember: These sessions fill up quickly, so register early to guarantee your spot!

Dave 810-471-7767

2025 Senior Olympics

Many decades of on-ice experience were displayed last week at the 2025 Michigan Senior Olympics. Many, many decades!

Two teams came out of Crystal Fieldhouse, a 60+ and a 70+ team. Some players from our barn were scattered amongst other teams, notably JB and Bill on the Lansing 70 and Garrettson and Edwards on a 60 Elite.

60+ Team

Chris Burkland, Darren Long, Jerry Briand, Lenny Koskisan, Mike Howard, Mike DiCosola, Mike Gorney, Mike Petty, Scott Poliskey, Steve Seres, Mike Huey, John Fiacca, Mike Rutherford, Dave Crabill, Mike Petty and Mike Davis in net.

A loss and a tie each day wasn’t enough to make it to the final rounds. Big fun had by all.

70+ Team

Art Autio, John Lamson, Dan Jewel, Tom Odegard, Tim VanKurk, Tony Martin, Wil Strohschein, Jon Marengo, Wayne Facca, John Bishop, Tim Doucette, Rick Lee, Rick Szabo, Corey Brocklehurst

24-25 champs gears beer

2025 Playoff Series

PLAYOFF MADNESS BEGINS: A GUIDE TO PLAYOFFS

As the regular season wraps up with Gears Beer (25 points) claiming the top spot, it’s time to break down our league’s distinctive playoff format that sets us apart from typical beer leagues.

PLAYOFF FORMAT BREAKDOWN:

ROUND 1 – THE QUARTERFINALS (Total Goals Series)
• Two-game series where total goals determine the winner
• Unique Goalie Rotation System:
– Same goalie pair works both games
– Goalies switch teams after Game 1 for complete fairness
– This eliminates any goalie advantage/disadvantage
• All eight qualifying teams participate
• Matchups follow standard 1v8, 2v7, 3v6, 4v5 format

What makes our playoff format special is the emphasis on fairness, particularly with our goalie rotation system. Since we’re a draft league where goalies are managed separately from teams, this system ensures that goaltending can’t unfairly influence a series outcome. Each team gets to play with both goalies, creating a pure test of team skill.

ROUND 2 – THE SEMIFINALS
• Best 2-out-of-3 series format
• Winners advance to championship

Goalies are drafted by teams in the order of their ranking for the second round of playoffs and the goalie stays with the team through the remainder of the playoffs.

CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES
• Best 2-out-of-3 format
• Winner takes all!

QUARTERFINAL MATCHUPS:
1) Gears Beer (25pts) vs Madd Dogs (19pts)
2) Goyette (24pts) vs Lukes Lawn (20pts)
3) Milnes (23pts) vs Flint OT (21pts)
4) Saber Electric (23pts) vs Tucker (22pts)


The transition from total goals in round one to best-of-three series adds another layer of strategy. Teams must adapt their approach – from managing goal differential in the quarterfinals to winning individual games in the semis and finals.

Stay tuned for game schedules and results as we crown our 2024/25 champion!