Hey guys,

Had a great ride this past weekend in the 2010 Pan-Massachusetts Challenge. I covered 186 miles in about 10 hours, 40 minutes, climbed 5700 feet of hills (and hit a top speed of 40 mph down one of them), and met some great people along the way, including this guy:

Overall it was a tremendous weekend for a great cause. Thanks a lot to all you guys who donated; I appreciate your support, and I can’t help make this happen without it. With your help, we’re hoping to raise $31 million this year. If you or anyone you know wants to help support the cause, click on the PMC 2010 logo at right, and click on the ‘donate to my ride’ button to make a secure online donation with your credit card; You can also bring a check made out to ‘The Jimmy Fund’ to any upcoming game.

Stats from my bike computer:
Day One
Day Two

Thanks again for your support!

Tuesday August 3, 2010 – Milton Academy

A short bench didn’t help the Kings, who started out strong but couldn’t keep up with Check Republic, falling 3-1. The Kings held their own for the first half of the game, but three quick scores by Check Republic in the 2nd gave them all they’d need and the Kings played most of the rest of the game in their own end. Ed was sharp once again, turning aside some good shots and doing his best to keep it close, but the Kings couldn’t muster much offense through the game. Alan broke the shutout bid with just under 2 minutes left in the game, roofing a pass from Josh in the low slot.

Tuesday July 27, 2010 – Boch Ice Center

The Kings survived a tough test against the Chowderheads Tuesday night, winning 5-4 in a tight match. Despite getting out to an early lead, eventually extending it to 4-1 at one point, the Chowderheads always seemed just a couple of quick strikes away, and managed to get the game within 1 twice. The Kings scored first, potting a goal after Paul picked up a loose puck off an offensive faceoff and got it over to John on the doorstep. The Chowderheads tied it up but Alan came back and roofed a top corner shot from the left circle that the opposition seemed to think didn’t go in. John and Paul struck again, with John chipping a rebound over the goalie’s shoulder, and Bob blasted a shot from the left point low stick side to push out the lead. However the Chowderheads battled back, including scoring on a 6-4 power play to get within one. Jeff got the eventual gamewinner, an empty netter after Pete muscled the puck up ice. The Chowderheads scored once more with 6 seconds left but the Kings were able to get the puck deep off the faceoff to seal the win.

Hey guys,

Fran shot me a note last night that he’s having surgery today to repair the herniated disc in his back. No timetable for his return. Please join me in wishing Fran a speedy recovery and that he’s back out on the ice soon. Best of luck Fran!