Ah hockey, the excuse to yell things at people who have sharp weapons at their disposal without the fear of repercussions. Illini club hockey in particular is a pretty good outlet for that new gay joke you've been dying to try out, as the Harassing Illini can attest to on Friday and Saturday nights. Chants of "It's all your fault" "You suck" and "[goalie's name] likes little boys" ring out during this family friendly sport.
And that's why this writer could not think of a better way to spend a night on the Illinois campus.
Coming into last weekend's games against Iowa St., Illinois hockey was ranked number one in the ACHA poll. Iowa St. was close behind in the six spot and on a six game winning streak. Friday night's game was looking bleak early for the home team, with Iowa St. scoring in the first minute and chipping in a power play goal late in the first period to go up 2-0. Illinois dominated possession but couldn't light the lamp in either the first or second period, thus entering the third period still down two.
Then came the third period. Maybe the zamboni(ers? ists? meisters?) did an amazing job, maybe somebody drugged Iowa St.'s water bottles or maybe Iowa St. realized that their mascot is confusing as hell and it distracted them in the final period. Whatever it was, Illinois finally kicked it into gear.
Three goals, including the clincher with a little over two left in the game, lifted the Illini to a 3-2 victory on the Big Pond. The next night wasn't nearly as exciting, as Illinois swept the weekend series with a 3-0 win that brought them within two points of the Ohio Bobcats in CSCHL standings.
Next up? Depaul at home. For reference, it looks like their starting goalie's name is Jason.
Can you say Gayson? Awww yeah.
Hockey Remains Undefeated on Home Ice (Daily Illini)
The Harassing Illini (Home Page)
CSCHL Standings (CSCHL Standings)
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