Nope, not a typo in the title. While the Windsor area is known as the 519, the Tomcats welcome everyone to the 559. Last night marked the triumphant return of Tomcat hockey to the Kapusta after a staggering 559 day layoff!! It had been 559 days between games. By far the longest break between official Tomcat games in the club’s 32 year history.
As players entered the Kapusta, you could feel the weight of such a long break lift. Smiles abounded as the fellas were able to say hello to each other for the first time in a long time.
A traditional 2-team night started off very quickly, as if no time had ever been taken away. The teams were:
Black Beauties – Skippy, Beep, Anvil, Tonto, Soupy and Bullwinkle
White Wonders – Chico, Killer, Hurricane, Lizard, LaBamba and Snowpants
Only a 2-period game was played as the Kapusta was stifling hot and the boys needed to ease into the season. Score? Who cares (but it was close). All that matters is the Tomcats are back (remember, Tomcats Forever).
Huge shout out to Hollywood, the birthday boy. While not able to play due to injury, and on his birthday no less, he showed up to grill some sausages for the after-game celebration. He also brought a 12 pack to boot! What a guy!
Also a shout out to Sunny for bringing some beer (guess which brand?). The Rake made a brief appearance as well to help clear the gym floor due to voting taking place the day prior. Many others showed up early to help clean as well, so hats off to all those that helped. As always, Snowpants does all he can to set up and teardown. Never has to ask. Tomcat spirit personified!
Start of the year gifts were given out…Tomcat logo on anything is the motto:
Despite huge challenges, the Tomcats are back. Let Rocky know your status for next Tuesday by this Friday
Howie Feltersnatch
Windsor Tomcats 