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As a parent of one of the 3 Western PA finalists this past weekend, its really the coolest thing my player(s) have done in Hockey. From the History and Tradition, to the Regionals, to the Fantastic Opening Ceremony, to the Pin Trading, to the exceptional Finals Pre-Game Ceremony and Post game awards..... It just goes on and on. In the world of corporate sponsored tournaments and big $$, a lot is lost about the true meaning of what hockey is supposed to be.....Fun for the kids. The volunteers at Silversticks go out of their way to congratulate winning players, console losing players and just make it fun for everyone while talking about the games over the years. Kids from all over get to mingle and talk about hockey and share their experiences. Its whats right for the game and I hope my player(s) get to go back at some point before they grow up and move on with their lives. Just my two cents.

Kind of crazy if you think about how some HS teams around here play as many non-PIHL games as PIHL games, if not more. Definitely would be a huge problem if hockey wanted to be a recognized sport. I just dont' see how the PIAA would allow some teams to play 50-60 games.