Rattlers Win National Championship!!!

Rattlers Watch by Jimmy Rodforck

Just one week after winning the GMHL championships, the Rattlers were set to host the New Westminster Whalers, who had won the WHA championship in a 3 game, best two out of 3 series. Game one was played on Friday, March 30^th, and both teams looked a little rusty in the opening frame. In the 2^nd period, the Rattlers got their stride back and cruised to a 6-1 victory. Game two was an extremely physical game, with both teams trading several outstanding open ice hits.. The game also featured goalie Andreas Goetz making a tremendous glove save on a Whalers penalty shot with less than two minutes left in the game. Final score ended up being 8-6 for the Rattlers. As most people predicted, game 3 was a fight filled game, as the New Westminster Whalers had nothing to lose, after Bradford had already won the series the day before. A few very stellar heavyweight fights from Will Scott, Dave Malicek, and John Orrico set the tone for the game, which was eventually won by the Rattlers by way of shootout from Chris Reber. The Bradford Rattlers organization would like to thank the fans and sponsors for their support this season follow the Rattlers throughout their summer program as they look to replace some of their current team as they are off to university in the states. Next year should be exciting as they try to repeat as GMHL champs. Sponsorship packages are available for next season, if interested contact the head office @ 1-800-905-0270. Thanks again Rattler fans!