By Ross Forman – Windy City Times
The Chicago Gay Hockey Association ( CGHA ) kicked off its seventh season on Sept. 9 in a new league and loaded with new players on its roster.
But these Blackwolves continued their winning ways.
The Blackwolves defeated Team Orange 7-2 in the Men’s Recreation Division at the North Shore Ice Arena in Northbrook.
Defenseman Joe Head, a newcomer to the team, led the way, scoring three goals. Team captain Tony Tiet added two goals, including the first goal of the game. CGHA founder Chuck Jacobson had a slapshot goal and Randy Manis also scored. Goalie John Adams had 19 saves.
“We started the new season with a bang, which was nice,” said CGHA President Ryan Ruskin. “The current roster consists of a variety of players and abilities, including many new faces along with players who have been with the organization since the first game back in 2002.
“For the first game, we had a full roster of players, but we are still accepting additional players, both for full- and part-time. For more information about joining the CGHA—as a player, volunteer, fan, or anything else—please contact team captain, Tony Tiet.” ( Tiet can be reached at . )
The club is planning several practice sessions for the fall, as well as bar parties and more. “We hope to see you on the ice, in the stands, or out on the town with us soon,” Ruskin added.
The Blackwolves current 12-game season in Northbrook ends in December.
For more information on the CGHA, visit www.chicagogayhockey.org .