When a hockey team goes up against the No. 1 team in the state and comes away with a 3-2 loss that included a scoreless first period, there isn’t too much to be disappointed about. Orchard Park coach Josh Dannecker knew that after a loss to St. Joe’s on Thursday night. “St. Joe’s, they’re a quality team, and they’re a …
Speed vs. speed: Orchard Park bests Niagara Wheatfield
Orchard Park, a team that boasts of its own speed, was well aware of its opponent’s speed on Friday night as Niagara Wheatfield came to play at Leisure Rinks in a Division 1 match up. The Quakers’ game plan was to be ready for the Falcons’ speed, use their own speed, and do whatever they could to stop No. 16, …
Complete game gives OP win over Williamsville East
Orchard Park decided to stop worrying about the opponent so much and focus on its own game. It started with the way the Quakers prepared for Saturday’s game against Williamsville East and carried into the game itself as the Quakers looked for a way to spark their slumping offense. When asked what they expected in Saturday’s game, OP defenseman TJ …