Paul Baxter

Now that we're halfway through April, how are tryouts going? Any good stories or horror stories to share?

When a user has been politely warned both in public and in private multiple times and does not listen, then we will do what's necessary to make this an enjoyable and useful site for people. This is the first (and hopefully the last) time that I've ever banned anyone. Usually a warning does the trick, but it didn't help here, and then this user opened a new account and continued the same behavior like they never listened to a word the moderators said about correcting their behavior. I have no idea why that user couldn't have a friendly debate on a topic and disagree, but things always escalated immediately to name calling and useless diatribes that served no purpose. Let's move on from this topic please.

Wampa and PBsooks are one and the same. Both accounts are now banned. This user has repeatedly been warned to tone it down but they don't have any self control.

A Big Congratulations to the PPE 14uAAA girls and PPE 16uAAA boys teams for their 2019 banners!!

@Wampa1 and @Hoomie Wampa, you are 9/10ths of the way to earning a ban. Stop being so aggressive towards other people on here. I have told you before, state your TAKE and move on. Your takes don't have to descend to the level of attacks on anyone who disagrees or counters you. Hoomie, back off on the repeated "LIAR" accusations. Not necessary to go there. A simple "I disagree because..." will suffice. If everyone can't take a deep breath before they post and stop bashing each other, I will lock this thread, and permanent bans may be forthcoming. It's getting tiring going through the same thing with a few posters over and over. TONE IT DOWN! You have been warned.

At least we have this information on file for next season. I've never heard of this.

Post the link(s) to the site(s) here and let's get some feedback.

Well stated and I agree

@Wampa1: You can disagree. Other people had other takes here after you. While I don’t agree specifically with the word idiot, I do agree with some of that post. I also don’t think it’s necessary for us to have to micromanage every aspect of this forum and moderate every single post. i am going to remove the word idiot from the original post. If you have a helpful reply to the goalie mom, chime in, otherwise move on to the next issue that comes up.

I read his post above about goalies and I feel he is correct. Unless the goalie is an absolute superstar, as in pitching shutouts routinely and saving way above .925, any solid AA team will be fine at that age. Ask and make sure the prospective team has a regular goalie coach or take him to Shane Clifford to help develop. Size of goalies is certainly an issue when it comes to older goalies (14u, 16u, 18u) and for CERTAIN more talented smaller goalies are often passed up in favor of man sized children who have less talent. Also a note to everyone, stop asking for someone to be suspended. PM the moderators or use "report post" if you have an issue. Suspensions are not for public debate and discussion. Further public requests for suspensions will result in the requester getting a suspension.

Yes, by invite only...

@Wampa1 has been issued a 1 week suspension and 2 point warning. This is a forum for solid interaction, and while we can tolerate negativity done in a constructive manner, we don't need 3 posts in a row like was done above that serve little purpose other than to hit the hornet's nest.

We are OK with putting player names in association with awards received (MVP, etc.), accolades, etc. but we want to draw the line there --- and not dip into player names in conjunction with criticizing players... so if someone did well in PAHL, PIHL, or whatever, we're OK with putting that here... but we will watch it carefully to make sure nobody follows that post with this player stinks, etc.

TJ Oshie? I hope this poster realizes Mr. Oshie isn’t so highly thought of here in the burg...

Please be as specific as possible to your team needs, prior experience and playing level, etc. and list what team level is seeking this position.

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Post links & info to local 2019-2020 tryouts in this thread.

To save you all time --- they have two programs and here are the accepted ages: Regular Program (2013s - 2009s) Elite Program (2008s - 2003s)

Wish I could have pulled over the old content, but the old forum provider claimed ownership to all content on their forum software (yes, it's a crazy concept). :)

1) Skyline Chili. This is GREEK chili, not as hot as the chili you're used to, but different and very good. And the prices are a bargain. 2) Waffle House. Best breakfast food and super quick service anytime. Wish they had locations near Pgh.

That's a lot fewer than I would have expected. I think the idea to have both a 16u and 15u "aa" viper stars was not a good idea for the first season. They probably should have taken the best lot and made a single 16u team

How many players & goalies were on the 16u VS team before it disbanded? Why did the team disband? They marketed the crap out of that team at the PIA rink.

Thank you @FlamesCoach Much appreciated.

@hockey07 or anyone - can you post the PDF of all the preseason brackets please? Thanks PB