Wednesday, April 19, 2006                                                                                

 

FINAL National Rankings Posted, 2 Alliance Teams in Nation's Top 20...

 

The FINAL National Rankings have been posted for the 2005-2006 Season, and two Alliance teams finished in the Top 20 of their respective age groups.  The Bulldog Midget Minor Tier I AAA team ended up Ranked #10 Nationally, and the Alliance Bantam Tier I AAA team ended up with a National Ranking of #11. 

 

The Midget Minor Tier II AA and Midget Major Tier II AA teams just missed out on the Top 20, with the Minors ranked at #23, and the Majors ranked at #29.  Congratulations to all the Bulldog Teams and Coaches for another outstanding season.  For all the rankings, click HERE...

 

 

                                                                           Thursday, April 13, 2006                                                                                  

 

Tryout Times for Tier I AAA PeeWee (12U) & Bantams (14U) Now Posted...

 

The tryout schedule for the 2006-2007 Alliance Tier I AAA PeeWee and Bantam teams has now been posted to our tryout page.  All Alliance tryouts for these teams will be at Valley Ranch on the weekend of April 29th and 30th.   To see the tryout schedule and the Alliance Teams for 2006-2007, click HERE...

 

 

                                                                           Tuesday, April 11, 2006                                                                                   

 

Registration for Alliance 2006 Tryouts Now Available...

 

Registration for the Alliance 2006 Tryouts has now been opened, and on-line registrations are now being accepted.  To see the Alliance Teams for 2006-2007 and to register for Tryouts, click HERE...

 

If you are registered for our Spring Camp 2006, you are already registered for Tryouts and DO NOT need to submit a Tryout Registration, or submit any further payment.

 

 

                                                                            Sunday, April 9, 2006                                                                                      

 

Alliance Open House a Huge Success...

 

                     

 

The first ever Alliance Open House drew overflowing crowds with hundreds of players and parents flocking to Valley Ranch on Saturday, as Alliance introduced their 2006-2007 Coaches and Teams.    A great response was received from those in attendance to the introduction of the new line of Bulldog PREP Teams.   Additional sheets of ice had to be used for the unexpected high number of players taking advantage of the "Skate with the Coaches" sessions.  

 

It was announced that due to the number of additional players arriving, that registrations for our Spring Camp would be held open indefinitely to allow those players a chance to register.  The Camp starts this Wednesday April 12th, and you can register by clicking HERE...

 

 

                                                                        Wednesday, April 5, 2006                                                                                  

 

 

Saturday, April 8th

 

Alliance Open House & Free Practice Session Open to ALL DFW Area Hockey Players...

 

Alliance is hosting an OPEN HOUSE and SKATE with the Coaches for ALL DFW Area Youth hockey players and parents this Saturday at our Training Facilities in Valley Ranch.   Anyone who is interested in Alliance hockey is encouraged to attend, and you do not have to be registered for our camp to skate or attend the meetings.  Meetings will be held for each individual age group to meet the Alliance Coaches, get information about our 2006-2007 Teams, and find out more about the Alliance Youth Hockey Association.  

 

Free practice and drill sessions run by the Alliance Coaches will be provided for each age group except Midgets.  All Alliance Coaches and Board Members will be available for questions and discussion.  The Meeting & Skate times for each age group are as indicated on our Spring Camp page by clicking HERE...

 

 

                                                                          Monday, April 3, 2006                                                                                     

 

Alliance Bids Farewell to our Seniors...

 

The Alliance Youth Hockey Association would like to congratulate our graduating high school seniors.  They graduate in style, holding their NTXHL Championship trophies, to go along with a U18 Texas State Championship.

 

A special note of recognition goes to Casey Smith and Justin Cooley, two original Alliance players, each completing their 5th straight season wearing the Bulldog on their chest.  Casey was a member of the Inaugural 2001-2002 Alliance Bantam A team, while Justin was on the Inaugural 2001-2002 Alliance PeeWee A team that won the Texoma Championship.

 

Here is the Alliance 2006 Senior Class....  From left to right are:  James Barry, Casey Smith, Bo Hernandez, Justin Cooley, Adam Socket, Paul Musgrave and Mark Gillings.

 

 

                                                                          Sunday, April 2, 2006                                                                                      

 

Alliance Midget Major AA Wins NTXHL Championship!!!

 

NTXHL Playoffs:  Alliance Takes Championship with Goal in Overtime...

 

Midget Major  AA:  Alliance - 2, Texas Aces - 1 (OT):  In a series where each game was decided with the game winning goal coming in the final minute of play, it was only fitting that the Championship game would go to overtime to decide the winner.  In a battle that neither team deserved to lose, it was the Bulldogs that came away with the win, as they scored just 49 seconds into overtime to beat the Texas Aces and win the NTXHL Championship early this morning in Frisco. 

 

After battling to a 1-1 tie through regulation, the Alliance center won a face-off in the Aces' right wing circle, drove hard to the net, and put his own rebound over the left shoulder of the Aces net-minder to give the Bulldogs the win and the Championship banner.  This Bulldog team completed the season with an outstanding 29-15-2 season, which included a Regular Season NTXHL Championship, U18 Tier II State Championship, and the NTXHL Playoff Championship.  Read more HERE...

 

 

                                                                    Saturday, April 1, 2006                                                                                         

 

NTXHL Playoffs:  Bulldogs Fall in Final Minute of Game 2 in Championship Series...

 

Midget Major  AA:  Texas Aces - 3, Alliance - 2:  The Texas Aces turned it back around on the Bulldogs, completing a comeback of their own, with the game winning goal coming with just 43 seconds remaining in regulation, and won Game 2 to even their Best of 3 Championship Series at 1 game each in the NTXHL Playoffs today in Frisco.  The Bulldogs took a 1-0 lead in the first minute of play after some good puck movement found a Bulldog with an open shot.  The Aces would tie the game at 1-1 with just :07 remaining in the 1st period.  Read more HERE...

 

New Alliance Coach Wins NTXHL Championship...

 

Congratulations to new Alliance Squirt Prep Coach Jouni Lehtola, who led his Midget Minor AA Stars Select team to the NTXHL Championship today in Frisco.  Another shout-out goes to goalie Krista Tatum, sister of Alliance Midget Minor AAA forward Michael Tatum, who pitched an outstanding 3-0 shutout in the championship game win over the Ice Jets.  

 

 

 

                                                                    Friday, March 31, 2006                                                                                         

 

NTXHL Playoffs:  Bulldogs Take Game 1 of Championship Series with Last Minute Tally...

 

Midget Major  AA:  Alliance - 4, Texas Aces - 3:  The Alliance Midget Major AA waited until the last minute, but came through with the game winner with only 27 seconds remaining in regulation to nip the Texas Aces in Game 1 to take a 1-0 lead in their Best of 3 Championship Series of the NTXHL Playoffs tonight in Frisco. 

 

The Bulldogs and the Aces have played several times this season and every game has been close, and this was no exception.  The Aces jumped to a 1-0 lead just under 2 minutes into the game, scoring on a breakaway. The Bulldogs capitalized on a power play opportunity 5 minutes later to tie the score at 1-1.  The Aces closed out the 1st period by scoring on a deflection to take a 2-1 lead at the 1st intermission.   Read more HERE...

 

 

                                                                   Thursday, March 30, 2006                                                                                     

 

Spring Camp to Start One Week Later...

 

Due to the tryout dates being finalized by the DFW Hockey Oversight Committee, the Alliance Spring Camp will start one (1) week later than originally planned, and the Orientation Meetings have been postponed one (1) week as well, to Saturday April 8th.   The new Camp Dates have been adjusted accordingly in the schedule below.  The Days of the Week, Locations, and Times for each age group HAVE NOT CHANGED. 

 

The Orientation Meetings have been changed to include an Alliance "Open House", with on-ice sessions to "Meet the Coaches" for each age group except Midgets.  There will be no on-ice session for Midgets as a part of the Orientation.   The Schedule for the Orientation & On-Ice Meet the Coaches Sessions has been posted below as well.

 

Spring Camp - Mites Combined with Squirts at Valley Ranch...

 

Another change to the camp will be the combining of the Mites and Squirts into one group, which will skate at Valley Ranch on Wednesdays and Saturdays, as the Squirts are currently scheduled.  The Mites will no longer skate at Polar Ice, or on Thursdays and Sundays as originally scheduled.

 

Midget Tryouts Scheduled to Begin June 16th…

 

The dates have been set when Midget (U18 & U16) tryouts will be conducted for all associations.  The U18 Tier I tryouts will be from Friday June 16th to Sunday June 18th, and the U16 Tier I will start Monday June 19th and go until Wednesday June 21st.

 

The remaining U18 & U16 Tier II teams will have their tryouts starting on Thursday June 22nd and go until necessary.  The specific times and locations have not yet been determined, and will be announced as soon as those details are finalized.

 

                                                                 Wednesday, March 29, 2006                                                                                  

 

Dallas Stars Launch New Web Site for Youth Hockey...

 

The Dallas Stars have published a new web site designed specifically for the youth hockey community, and it has tons of information and links for youth hockey players, parents, coaches, and volunteers.  There is information about the activities within the DFW youth hockey community, Parent Resources, Community Discussion forums, etc.  We have put a link to the site in our left side links menu under "Miscellaneous", and you can check it out at www.dallasstarscare.com....  

 

 

                                                                      Sunday, March 26, 2006                                                                                    

 

Alliance Squirt A Wins NTXHL Championship!!!

 

Squirt A:  Alliance - 5, Aeros North - 2:  The Bulldogs put a great cap on a great season, with a solid win over the Houston Aeros North in the Game 3 of the Best of 3 NTXHL Championship Series Sunday afternoon in Frisco. 

 

The result of a long season of hard work and fun is now the right to be called the reigning NTXHL Squirt A CHAMPIONS for 2006-2007.   After a disappointing Game 2 loss by a score of 1-0 in a tightly played game the night before, the Dogs came out barking in the Championship Game.  To read more and see pictures, click HERE...

 

NTXHL Playoffs:

 

Squirt AA Finishes Great Season with 2nd Place in Championship Series...

 

Squirt AA:  DJHA - 4, Alliance - 2:  The Bulldogs and DJHA Major '95 resumed their 3-game battle for one final time Sunday afternoon in Frisco, with DJHA opening up a 2-0 gap in the 2nd period that the Bulldogs could not quite close in the Championship Game of the NTXHL Championship Series.  After the Bulldogs would narrow the margin to within 1 two different times, the Penguins responded each time within a minute to widen the lead back to a 2 goals.  Alliance peppered the Penguin goalie all afternoon, but he was up to the task when it counted, and DJHA takes home the NTXHL crown.  The Bulldogs complete an awesome season with a 32-12-3 record.

 

Bantam AA Finishes with Strong Showing in NTXHL Playoffs...

 

Bantam  AA:  Alliance - 1, Stars - 0:  The Bulldogs played well in all 4 games this weekend, dropping their first 2 games in OT, and winning their last 2, including a close shutout over the Stars to complete their season and the NTXHL Playoffs Sunday afternoon in Plano.   Alliance finished the season with a positive 24-22-2 record, with nine (9) of those losses being by one goal and/or in overtime, and 4 of them against "AAA" teams.

 

Midget Minor AA Ends Season with a Win...

 

Midget Minor  AA:  Alliance - 5, DJHA - 1:  The Bulldogs knew coming into the game they had been eliminated from the playoffs, and it was their last game of the season, but the finished strong with a win over DJHA in Game 4 of the NTXHL Playoffs Sunday afternoon in Valley Ranch.   Alliance finished the season with an impressive 38-14-1 record, was a finalist in 2 tournaments, and captured the NTXHL Regular Season Championship.

 

Midget Major AA Cruises into Championship Series at 4 and 0...

 

Midget Major  AA:  Alliance - 3, OKC - 2:  Alliance and OK City battled close all day, but it was an unusual empty netter by the Bulldogs with the game tied that won Game 4 of the NTXHL Playoffs Sunday Afternoon in Euless.   OKC figured the only way they could possibly advance was with a regulation and 3rd period win, so they pulled the goalie late in the game to go for the win.  The Bulldogs take the gift and their 4-0 playoff record into next weekend's Best of 3 NTXHL Championship Series against the Texas Aces.

 

 

                                                                      Saturday, March 25, 2006                                                                                   

 

Alliance Announces Teams & Coaches for 2006-2007…

 

“The New Alliance Youth Hockey Association” is pleased to announce our teams & coaches for the upcoming 2006-2007 season, and the Bulldog family will be growing again.   With the purpose of escalating our foundation of development, expanding our reach across the DFW Metroplex, and from the requests of many players and families throughout the area, Alliance will be fielding fifteen (15) teams next season, up from nine this past year.

 

Much like seasons past, we will again house teams to compete at the highest level of Tier I & Tier II competition across the country.  New for this coming season, however, there will be four main additions to our program.  To read more and see the teams and coaches, click HERE... 

 

NTXHL Playoffs:

 

Squirt A Takes Game 1 of Championship Series with Last Minute 2-Goal Comeback...

 

Squirt A:  Alliance - 3, Aeros North - 2:  Alliance waited, waited.... and then waited a little bit more than was comfortable, but scored 2 goals in the last 20 seconds, with the game winner coming with only 3 ticks left on the clock to win Game 1 over the Houston Aeros North in the Best of 3 NTXHL Championship Series Saturday morning in Valley Ranch.  More on this game to follow...

 

Squirt AA Falls in OT of Game 1 of Championship Series...

 

Squirt AA:  DJHA - 2, Alliance - 1 (OT):  The Bulldogs and DJHA Major '95 battled all morning, deciding nothing during regulation, but it was the Penguins getting the game winning goal in the first overtime period in Game 1 over the  in the Best of 3 NTXHL Championship Series Saturday morning in Valley Ranch.  More on this game to follow...

 

Midget Minor AA Cruises in Playoff Opener...

 

Midget Minor  AA:  Alliance - 8, DMHA - 1:  Alliance jumped on the DMHA Titans early, taking a 5-0 lead in the first period, and cruised to a victory in the Opener for both clubs of the NTXHL Playoffs Saturday in Valley Ranch.  The Bulldogs will play Game 2 against the Stars Saturday night at 7:00pm at the Ice Training Center in Richardson.

 

Bulldogs Sweep 2 more NTXHL Tilts...

 

Midget Major  AA: Alliance – 10, DJHA – 1:  Alliance took advantage from the start, out-numbering DJHA in skaters by a 15-10 margin, controlled the game from the opening face-off, and raced away with a win in Game 3 of the NTXHL Playoffs Saturday night in Euless.  Read more HERE...

 

Midget Major  AA: Alliance – 4, Texas Aces – 2:  The Bulldogs took an early lead, nursed it into the second period, then built a 4-1 margin in the 2nd period on their way to a win over the Texas Aces in Game 2 of the NTXHL Playoffs Saturday night in Euless.  Read more HERE...

 

 

                                                                         Friday, March 24, 2006                                                                                     

 

Frozen 4 Contest:  Entries are CLOSED, Games Start Today...

 

Well, we hope you thought about those tie-breaker numbers again, because it will probably come down to that to determine a winner, just like last year.   Among the 16 teams in the tournament, you picked ten (10) different winners for the National Championship.  

 

Among the favorite teams to go all the way were Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan State, and North Dakota.    In addition to areas all over Texas, we had entries from Wyoming, California, New Hampshire, Connecticut, and South Dakota.  To see the favorites and follow the action via a link to Realtime Scoring, click HERE...

 

Midget Major AA Gets Big Shutout in Playoff Opener...

 

Midget Major  AA:  Alliance - 7, McKinney - 0:  Alliance got 2 quick goals in the opening moments, and never looked back, going on to a convincing shutout win over McKinney in Game 1 of the NTXHL Playoffs late Friday night in Valley Ranch.  The Bulldogs will play Game 2 against the Texas Aces Saturday afternoon at 1:45pm in Euless.

 

 

                                                                        Tuesday, March 21, 2006                                                                                   

 

Alliance Again Well Represented at RMD Development Camp...

 

Congratulations to the thirty one (31) Alliance players that were recently selected at the Texas Affiliate Camp (TAC) in Dallas to represent Texas and Oklahoma at the Rocky Mountain District (RMD) Development Camp, which is scheduled for May 3-7 at the Olympic Oval in Salt Lake City, Utah.  For a list of the Alliance players headed to Salt Lake, click HERE...

 

                                                                        Sunday, March 19, 2006                                                                                    

 

NTXHL Playoffs Day 2 - Squirts Both Advance to Finals, PeeWees Eliminated...

 

It was a great weekend for the Alliance Squirt teams, as both the Squirt A and Squirt AA teams placed 2nd in the preliminary rounds of their respective divisions, and will advance to the NTXHL Championship Finals next weekend.  The PeeWee teams were not as fortunate, as both were eliminated from advancing, with the PeeWee AA1 team going 2 and 2, and the PeeWee AA2 team going 1 and 3 on the weekend.

 

The Squirt A team went undefeated at 4 and 0, and will advance as a result of winning a tie-breaker on goal differential.  They will face the Houston Aeros North in a Best of 3 Series starting next Saturday.  The Squirt AA team earned a spot in the Final Series by virtue of their 3 and 1 mark for the weekend, and will square off against the DJHA Major '95 Penguins, who also went 3 and 1.  Their Best of 3 will also begin next Saturday as well.

 

Information and summaries on the Alliance games will be coming soon.  For all the scores and standings, click HERE...

 

Frozen 4 Contest:  Bracket is Set, Prizes Announced, and the Contest is ON!!!

 

Well here we go, the final 16 teams have been selected and placed in the bracket, and all that is left now is choosing the winners and watching to see who brings home the prize, and the prizes.   The prize is the NCAA National Championship, but The Hockey Shop Frozen 4 Contest prizes are the ones you care about, so let's get to those.  To see the prizes and to enter the contest, click HERE...

 

 

                                                                        Saturday, March 18, 2006                                                                                  

 

NTXHL Playoffs Day 1 - Squirts Win All 4 Games, PeeWees Take 1 of 3...

 

Squirt A:  Alliance - 5, LS Wolves - 0:  Alliance came out on fire following that earlier strong finish in Game 1, and never let up in a solid shutout over the LS Wolves for their 2nd win of the day in Game 2 of the NTXHL Playoffs Saturday afternoon in Valley Ranch.  More on this game to follow...

 

Squirt A:  Alliance - 4, DJHA - 1:  Finding themselves trailing 1-0 after 2 periods of play, the Bulldogs rallied with an impressive third period by scoring 4 unanswered goals on their way to a win over the DJHA Squirt A in Game 1 of the NTXHL Playoffs Saturday morning in Valley Ranch.  More on this game to follow...

 

Squirt AA:  Alliance - 8, Ice Jets '96 AA - 2:  The Bulldogs rode the momentum from their nice win in Game 1 to a high powered offensive showing, and raced past the Ice Jets '96 AA in Game 2 of the NTXHL Playoffs Saturday afternoon in Valley Ranch.  More on this game to follow...

 

Squirt AA:  Alliance - 2, Ice Jets '95 AAA - 0:  Alliance played good defense, got solid goaltending, and added a couple of timely goals, and earned a shutout for their first win of the season over the Ice Jets '95 AAA in Game 1 of the NTXHL Playoffs Saturday afternoon in Valley Ranch.  More on this game to follow...

 

PeeWee AA1:  Alliance - 4, Ice Hawks - 3:  Alliance bounced back from their earlier disappointing shootout loss in Game 1 to nip the Dallas Ice Hawks in Game 2 of the NTXHL Playoffs Saturday night in Plano.  More on this game to follow...

 

PeeWee AA1:  DJHA '94 AA - 5, Alliance - 4 (SO):  The Bulldogs battled DJHA '94 AA all day, and only after a scoreless sudden death overtime, one 5 man shootout, and then another sudden death shootout did the Penguins prevail in this hotly contested Game 1 of the NTXHL Playoffs Saturday afternoon in Plano.  More on this game to follow...

 

PeeWee AA2:  Ice Jets '93 AA - 4, Alliance - 1:  The Bulldogs played the Ice Jets '93 AA tough, but came up on the short end of the stick in this one, as they fell in Game 1 of the NTXHL Playoffs Saturday afternoon in Plano.

 

 

 

                                                                        Thursday, March 16, 2006                                                                                  

 

TAC Schedules REVISED...

 

The schedule for the 2006 Texas Affiliate Camp (TAC) for the 1989 and 1991 age groups has been slightly modified based on more 1989 and 1991 players pre-registered than expected.   An email will be sent to individual participants, but each association has been encouraged to communicate the schedule change to all nominated players.  To see revised schedule, click HERE...

 

 

                                                                         Tuesday, March 14, 2006                                                                                   

 

Coming this Weekend - NTXHL Playoffs and TAC...

 

It's that time of the year again, and the playoffs are coming this weekend, as four Alliance Squirt and PeeWee teams hit the ice for a chance to get that last banner of the season.  Three more teams will be at it beginning next weekend, when the Bantams and Midgets play their first playoff games.  The Alliance team schedules have been posted to each team page, and to see information about the playoffs, and links to the complete schedules, click HERE...

 

Another activity that is happening this weekend is the Texas Affiliate Camp (TAC), which is being hosted by TAHA at the Dr. Pepper StarCenter in Farmers Branch, starting Friday afternoon.   The objective of TAC is to evaluate those players who, in the judgment of their coaches, are the best players at their respective position and age group (Boys: 1989, 1990, 1991 or 1992).  

 

TAC evaluators will select a limited number of players at each age group and position to represent TAHA at the Rocky Mountain District (RMD) Player Development Camp, which is scheduled for May 3-7 at the Olympic Oval in Salt Lake City, Utah.  For more information about TAC, click HERE...

 

 

                                                                         Sunday, March 12, 2006                                                                                    

 

Alliance Falls to Stars in Exhibition...

 

PeeWee AA1:  Dallas Stars Selects - 6, Alliance - 1:  To stay in game shape for the playoffs, the Bulldogs and Stars met in their second scrimmage Sunday morning, and it would be the Stars turn to skate away with a convincing win.  Both teams played fairly evenly in the first, with the Stars eventually winning the period.  Read more HERE...

 

 

                                                                        Saturday, March 11, 2006                                                                                  

 

Spring Camp Update:  Schedules Posted, Sibling Discount & Goalie Info Announced...

 

The schedules have finally been determined and are now posted, with the schedule broken down by the week or by age groups.   In addition, a sibling discount  has now been provided for families with more than one player.   For the first time in our Spring Camp, we will introduce a program designed specifically for the goaltender, for more information on the goalie program, click HERE...

 

RMD Tier II Championships - Day 3 Update...

 

Midget Major AA:  Highland Hills - 5, Alliance - 4 (OT):  The Bulldogs once again found themselves in another wild back and forth game, and the result was another heart-breaking overtime loss, this time to the Highland Hills Jaguars in Game 3 of the U18 Tier II Rocky Mountain District Championships in Denver on Saturday.   Alliance fell behind in the first period for the 3rd time in a row, trailing 2-0 before getting the sparks flying.  Just like in Game 2, the Bulldogs rallied to tie the game at 2-2, and then it was back and forth from that point on.  Read more HERE...

 

                                                                          Friday, March 10, 2006                                                                                    

 

RMD Tier II Championships - Day 2 Update...

 

Midget Major AA:  Arvada - 4, Alliance - 2:  The Bulldogs came from behind again to tie the game, but were unable to grab the lead and fell in Game 2 of the U18 Tier II Rocky Mountain District Championships in Denver late Friday night.  Alliance fell behind in the first period, as Arvada took advantage of their opportunities, mixed with some good fortune. 

 

The first goal was an empty netter, as the Bulldog net-minder was taken out of the play and Arvada capitalized for a 1-0 lead.  They increased their lead with another tally later in the period to take a 2-0 lead into the 2nd frame.

 

 

 

                                                                        Thursday, March 9, 2006                                                                                   

 

RMD Tier II Championships Update...

 

Midget Major AA:  Utah - 6, Alliance - 5:  In a high scoring and exciting game, the Bulldogs fell in Overtime to the Utah Jr. Wildcats in Game 1 of the U18 Tier II Rocky Mountain District Championships in Denver.  Utah took an early 3-1 lead in the 1st period, but Alliance narrowed the gap to 3-2 at the end of the opening frame.   Read more HERE...

 

 

                                                                         Sunday, March 5, 2006                                                                                     

 

Kudos to Dallas Teams and DFW Hockey...

 

The Alliance Youth Hockey Association extends their congratulations to the four Tier I teams that played in the 2006 Rocky Mountain District Tier I Championships this weekend in Phoenix.  All 4 teams from Dallas advanced to at least the Semi-Finals, three made it to the Championship Game of their respective age divisions, and the U18 Dallas Stars won the Championship to advance to the USA Hockey Nationals.

 

The U14 Alliance Bulldogs, U16 Dallas Ice Jets, U16 Alliance Bulldogs, and the Stars all represented Dallas hockey extremely well, demonstrating the depth of talent in the area, as they come from three different associations within the DFW metroplex. 

 

All of the other associations in Dallas should be proud that they, too, have had a hand in developing some of the players on these teams throughout their youth hockey careers.  Knowing the quality of these teams demonstrates how hard it is to advance to Nationals, with such good competition at the Local, State, and Regional levels.

 

Next up is the 2006 RMD Tier II Championships this next weekend in Denver.   The U14 Ice Jets and U18 Alliance Bulldogs will represent Texas in Denver, while the U12 Ice Jets will play the Littleton Hawks for the 2006 RMD U12 Tier I Championship here in Dallas March 17-19.

 

RMD Tier I Championships Day 4 - Bantams Fall In Championship Game...

 

Bantam AAA:  Phoenix - 3, Alliance - 2: The Bulldogs fell behind 1-0 in the first period, and spent the rest of the game trying to overcome the Phoenix Firebirds, but came up a goal short in the Championship Game of the U14 Tier I Rocky Mountain District Championships in Phoenix on Sunday morning.  The Firebirds scored first, and took a 1-0 lead into the 2nd period.  From that point on, it was toe-to-toe, and goal-for-goal, as the next 2 periods saw each team tally a single goal in each frame.  The Bulldogs finish their outstanding season with an impressive 30-11-3 mark.

 

 

                                                                       Saturday, March 4, 2006                                                                                    

 

RMD Tier I Championships - Day 3 Update...

 

Bantam AAA:  Alliance - 6, Thunderbirds - 2: The Bulldogs led 3-2 at the end of the first period, and extended their margin over the Colorado Thunderbirds to 5-2 after 2 periods of play in Game 2 the of the U14 Tier I Rocky Mountain District Championships in Phoenix.  In the 3rd period, Alliance extended its lead with another goal to make the final score 6-2.  With the win, Alliance advances to the Final on Sunday against the Phoenix Firebirds, who beat the Thunderbirds on Friday by a score of 6-1.  The Bulldogs beat Phoenix 8-4 in Game 1.

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Thunderbirds '89 - 3, Alliance - 1:  The Bulldogs fell behind too far to a real good team, and could not recover, as they drop their last game of the season to the #1 Seed Colorado Thunderbirds '89 in the Semi-Finals of the U16 Tier I Rocky Mountain District Championships in Phoenix.  Alliance finishes the season with an impressive 30-15-5 record.  Read more HERE...

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Alliance - 6, Phoenix - 1:  The Bulldogs started slow, then pulled away from the Phoenix Firebirds in Game 3, and earned a spot in the Semi-Finals of the U16 Tier I Rocky Mountain District Championships in Phoenix.   The Bulldogs sneak into the playoff round as the #4 Seed, and will have a re-match later today with the #1 Seed Colorado Thunderbirds '89 at 7:15pm CST.  The T'Birds nipped the Bulldogs in Game 1 on Thursday by a score of 4-3.  The other Semi-Final will have the #2 Seed Dallas Ice Jets squaring off against Phoenix, the #3 Seed, at 5:00pm CST.   Read more HERE...

 

Lone Star Wolves & Alliance Announce they are Combining...

 

The Lone Star Wolves and the Alliance Youth Hockey Association are pleased to announce they have agreed to combine their associations, and will operate under the Alliance Youth Hockey Association name, beginning immediately following the conclusion of the 2005-2006 season.

 

The Lone Star Wolves have provided quality coaching and travel hockey opportunities to more than 1000 youth hockey players, coaches, and families in their 5 year history, and bring to Alliance a wealth of coaching and administrative experience to further enhance the Alliance offering to its players, families, and the DFW hockey community.

 

The Wolves and Alliance have agreed that their philosophies, goals, and ideas for youth hockey in the DFW area are the same. The Wolves and Alliance further believe a combined organization will increase their capability to further provide higher quality services to the hockey community, more than they could provide separately.   Read more HERE...

 

 

                                                                         Friday, March 3, 2006                                                                                       

 

RMD Tier I Championships - Day 2 Update...

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Ice Jets - 3, Alliance - 2:  The Bulldogs again score first, and take a 1-0 lead into the 2nd period of against the Dallas Ice Jets in Game 2 of the U16 Tier I Rocky Mountain District Championships in Phoenix.   The Ice Jets come back in the second period with 2 power play goals to take a 2-1 lead into the 3rd period.  In the final period, the Ice Jets increase their lead with a 3rd man advantage tally to make it 3-1. 

 

Still trailing 3-1 in the final minute, Alliance pulled their goalie while short-handed, and scored a 5 on 5 goal with only 11 seconds remaining to make the final score 3-2.  The Bulldogs play Game 3 Saturday morning against the Phoenix Firebirds at 8:00am CST.

 

Bantam AAA:  The Bulldogs will not play on Friday, but will practice and come back to face the Colorado Thunderbirds on Saturday.  The Thunderbirds play the Firebirds in the only game on Friday.

 

                                                                        Thursday, March 2, 2006                                                                                   

 

RMD Tier I Championships Update...

 

Bantam AAA:  Alliance - 8, Phoenix - 4:  After falling behind 2-0 early, Alliance came back with 8 of the next 10 goals to race past the Phoenix Firebirds in Game 1 of the U14 Tier I Rocky Mountain District Championships in Phoenix.   The Bulldogs fought back with 3 goals in the first to take the lead at 3-2 after one period, and then increased their lead to 5-3 after 2 periods.  Alliance would then put it away with 3 more in the final frame for the 8-4 margin of victory. 

 

In a quirky result of only 3 teams in the tournament, the Bulldogs will not play on Friday, but will practice and come back to face the Colorado Thunderbirds on Saturday.  The Thunderbirds play the Firebirds in the only game on Friday.

 

Midget Minor AAA:  T'Birds '89 - 4, Alliance - 3:  The Bulldogs held the lead for a period, but could not hold on and fell to the Colorado Thunderbirds '89 in  Game 1 of the U16 Tier I Rocky Mountain District Championships in Phoenix.  Alliance struck first with a power play goal at the 9:23 mark of the 1st period, and carried the 1-0 lead into the second.  The T'Birds would respond quickly, with 3 straight goals in just over 2 minutes, 2 of the power play variety and 1 during 4 on 4 action to take a 3-1 lead. 

 

Alliance came right back to score an even strength goal less than a minute later to make it 3-2 headed into the final period of play.  The Bulldogs would then tie the game at 3-3 in the first minute of the 3rd, but Colorado would answer back with the game winner at the 10:46 mark.  Next game for the Bulldogs will be Friday at 12:30pm against the Dallas Ice Jets.

 

 

                                                                      Wednesday, March 1, 2006                                                                                 

 

Alliance Bantam AAA & Midget Minor AAA Head to RMD Tier I Championships in Phoenix...

 

With both teams looking to become the first Texas teams to repeat as RMD Champions in their divisions, the Alliance Bantam AAA and Midget Minor AAA teams left today for Phoenix and the 2006 Tier I USA Hockey Rocky Mountain District Championships.  

 

Both Alliance teams brought home a banner last year, advancing to the USA Hockey National Championships in Chicago.  This year they are hoping to earn a return trip to the 2006 National Championships in Rochester, New York - joining the 5 other previous Bulldog teams that made it to Nationals.  For a small preview of the teams Alliance will face, click HERE...

 

 

 

                                                                      Monday, February 27, 2006                                                                                 

 

What is the Difference between Tier I and AAA?

 

With all the buzz around town regarding Tier I and AAA hockey, a little education might be in order, and with the assistance of USA Hockey, we hope to help out in that area.   If you are confused by, or do not understand the meaning of the terms Tier I and AAA, they are not the same, and many people within the DFW hockey community believe they mean the same thing – they do not.   Read more HERE...

 

 

                                                                      Sunday, February 26, 2006                                                                                 

 

Alliance to Expand Tier I Program…

 

Continuing to build upon the foundation we have developed over the last five years, Alliance announces that we look forward to the 2006-2007 Season and expanding our very successful Tier I AAA and Tier II AA programs.   Specifically at the Tier I level, we have competed the last 2 years on a National basis at the U14 and U16 age groups, sending a team at each age group to the 2005 Tier I USA Hockey National Championships. 

 

This season, we are sending 3 more teams to the 2006 Rocky Mountain District Championships, 2 at the Tier I level, 1 at the Tier II level, and all with a chance to advance to the 2006 USA Hockey National Championships. 

 

In just the past 3 seasons, Alliance has won 10 State Championships, 5 Rocky Mountain District Championships (2 at Tier I, and 3 at Tier II), and sent 5 teams to the USA Hockey National Championships, with 2 teams each bringing home a National Championship Bronze Medal.

 

In the upcoming 2006-2007 season, we will be expanding our experience and success to another Tier I AAA offering, this time at the U12 PeeWee age group.

 

There are a couple of associations in the DFW area that would have you believe that one organization should be created for the purpose of developing players at the AAA level.  Most organizations that we have talked to in the DFW area, and there are 13, do not agree that only one organization should develop AAA players.

 

At Alliance, we believe that competition at a high level, both on the ice and off it, is vital to the success of hockey players, teams, and organizations.  It is a good thing that there is choice when it comes to selecting an association to play with, specifically at the Tier I level.   Having only one Tier I organization in the DFW area would be detrimental to the development of hockey players in the area, as one organization cannot possibly be the best fit for every player.

 

The same two organizations that stated there should be one organization to develop AAA players has also stated that they have agreed to place all of the area’s top players within their organization.

 

Last time we checked, all players have freedom of choice to choose where they try out and play hockey in the DFW area.  Fortunately, no one has the authority to place all of the area's top players within one organization.  

 

As demonstrated by our significant accomplishments indicated above, we strongly believe that many, if not a majority, of the area’s top players have been playing within the Alliance organization for the past few years, at both the Tier I and Tier II levels.   We believe and expect these top players will continue to play at Alliance in the future, as long as we keep providing the quality coaching and training we have become known nationwide to provide.

 

If you are an elite player, or want to become one, we encourage you to check out our organization, talk to our players and parents, and choose the organization that best fits your needs.  Alliance will continue to attract top players and families as a result of our quality coaching and training, and pursue National Championships at both the Tier I AAA and Tier II AA levels.

 

Spring Camp: Registration Opens, Sessions at Polar Ice Added...

 

Based on significant feedback from our camp interest survey, as Registration opens today, Alliance announces it has expanded the 2006 Spring Camp to include sessions at Polar Ice in Grapevine this year, in addition to the sessions at Valley Ranch.   Sessions at Polar Ice will be held on Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons, while the sessions at Valley Ranch will be held on Wednesday evenings and Saturday afternoons.

 

Even though we cannot guarantee the rink at which you will be scheduled to skate, we are asking for you to tell us the rink you prefer when registering.   Based on requests and registrations received at specific age groups, we will try to accommodate as many players as possible at the rink of their choice.   Specific times and session assignments for specific age groups have not yet been determined, and will be announced as soon as they are finalized.  

 

In another first for the Alliance, registration in the camp will now include the cost of three (3) tryout sessions for Alliance tryouts.  These 3 sessions may be any combination of Tier I and/or Tier II tryouts.  Should a player desire to skate in more than 3 tryout sessions, each additional tryout session will cost $20.00.

 

Payments will be accepted by either on-line credit card or mailed check.   Full Amount for the camp this year, including the three (3) tryout sessions is $950, with a deposit of $475 required to reserve a spot in the camp.  Spots will not be guaranteed until a deposit is received.

Register Now!!!

 

Midget Minors Secure Regular Season NTXHL Championship!!!

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance - 9, Stars Select - 3:  The Bulldogs broke a 3 game skid, and in the process captured their 2nd consecutive Midget Minor AA Regular Season League Championship with a win over the Stars at Valley Ranch Sunday morning.  Alliance now heads into the playoffs with the #1 Seed with a 16-3-1 league mark, and an overall record of 35-13-1 for the season.

 

 

Alliance Finishes League Play with Win over Ice Jets...

 

Bantam AA:  Alliance - 6, Ice Jets '92 AAA - 4:  The Bulldogs finished the NTXHL Regular Season on a strong note, handing the 1st Place Ice Jets '92 AAA only their 3rd league loss of their season.  The win was the second in a row, and 4th league win in their last 5 NTXHL games, going 4-0-1 during that stretch.  The Bulldogs will hopefully use the momentum as they enter the playoffs as the #4 Seed, finishing with a league record of 13-8-1.

 

                                                                    Saturday, February 25, 2006                                                                                

 

Bulldogs Nip Aces in Final League Tilt...

 

PeeWee AA1:  Alliance - 2, Texas Aces - 1:  The Bulldogs faced the Aces in their second NTXHL meeting Saturday night at Stonebriar mall, and like their one goal game back in October, both teams played each other aggressively and close, with the Bulldogs again edging the Aces by a goal.  Read more HERE...

 

Bulldogs Recover to Beat HP Scots...

 

Bantam AA:  Alliance - 3, HP Scots - 1:  After giving up a power play goal with 11:31 remaining in the first period, the Bulldogs got tough and scored an even strength goal in each of the three periods to beat the HP Jr. Scots in NTXHL action at Valley Ranch on Saturday afternoon.  

 

                                                                      Friday, February 24, 2006                                                                                  

 

Midget Majors Secure Regular Season NTXHL Championship!!!

 

Midget Major AA:  Alliance - 11, Ice Hawks - 0:  The Bulldogs added a Regular Season League Championship to their accomplishments with a shutout win over the Dallas Ice Hawks at Valley Ranch Friday night.  With one game still to play, the win gives Alliance a one-point lead over Austin and Tulsa, who are both finished with all their regular season games.  The Bulldogs did not allow the Hawks a shot until the 2nd period, and held them to just 7 for the game.  Alliance wraps up the regular season on Saturday, when they face McKinney at Valley Ranch.

 

 

                                                                    Tuesday, February 21, 2006                                                                                 

 

Bulldogs Take Down Stars in Exhibition...

 

PeeWee AA1:  Alliance -6, Dallas Stars Selects -2:  Bulldogs jumped up early on the Stars Select, and kept them at bay in a scrimmage Tuesday night at Farmers Branch, earning a win and some satisfaction, given their last meeting in the State playoffs.   The Bulldogs wasted no time in scoring on the first and second shifts, to set a strong tone for the game. The first goal came at 14:25 from a nice pass in front, to a Bulldog that quickly backhanded the puck high into the net to make it 1-0.  Read more HERE...

 

 

                                                                    Monday, February 20, 2006                                                                                  

 

Alliance Squirt AA Wins President's Day Championship!!!

 

Squirt AA:  Alliance - 3, Calif. Stars - 1:   With their win over the California Stars on Monday in Colorado Springs, the Bulldogs went undefeated for the tournament at 5 and 0, and return home with the Championship of the 29th Annual Presidents' Day Hockey Tournament.   The win was their 6th in a row, was also their 16th win in the last 18 games, and they head back to Texas with an impressive 28-9-2 record for the season.  The Bulldogs also have gained much needed momentum heading into the NTXHL playoffs later in March.

 

Bulldogs Drop 3rd Place Game, Finish 4th…

 

Squirt A:  Burnaby - 6, Alliance - 3:   Two late goals in the final 40 seconds of the first period was a blow from which the Bulldogs could not recover, and they fell to the Burnaby Winter Club of Burnaby, British Columbia in the 3rd Place Game of the 29th Annual Presidents' Day Hockey Tournament in Colorado Springs on Monday morning. 

 

With the score at 2-1 late in the 1st period, the 2 goals made it 4-1 Burnaby headed into the 2nd, and from there the teams would trade 2 goals each for the final 6-3 score.  After facing some tough competition in Colorado, the Bulldogs return home with a 28-13-2 season record, and begin preparing for the upcoming NTXHL playoffs in March.

 

                                                                     Sunday, February 19, 2006                                                                                  

 

Bulldogs Fall in Semi-Final to San Jose…

 

Squirt A:  San Jose - 5, Alliance - 1:   Alliance’s run for the title ended on Sunday, as they lost their semi-final game of the 29th Annual Presidents' Day Hockey Tournament to the San Jose Jr. Sharks in Colorado Springs.  The loss dropped the Bulldogs to 2 and 2 in the tournament going into their consolation game against the Burnaby Winter Club of Burnaby, British Columbia on Monday.  Read more HERE...

 

Alliance Stays Unbeaten with Championship Game Next...

 

Squirt AA:  Alliance - 3, Phoenix - 1:   The Bulldogs kept their tournament mark perfect at 4 and 0, and as a result of their Semi-Final win over the Phoenix Jr. Coyotes, will play in the Championship Game of the 29th Annual Presidents' Day Hockey Tournament on Monday morning in Colorado Springs.  Alliance will play the winner of the other Semi-Final game between the California Stars and the Anchorage Northstars, with the game set to be played at Colorado College.

 

PeeWees Finish Strong with Win over/in Las Vegas...

 

PeeWee AA2:  Alliance - 8, Las Vegas - 1:  The Bulldogs finished strong with back to back good wins, and beat the host Las Vegas Outlaws in their final game of the Presidents Day Tourney in Las Vegas, Nevada on Sunday.  Alliance just missed out being part of a tie-breaker to advance to the final, as they fell into 3rd place in their division by just one point.  The Bulldogs had a good offensive showing, scoring 16 goals on the weekend, 2nd most in the 5-team division, and just 3 less than the division champion San Diego Gulls.

 

Midget Majors Rebound from Rough Start to Take Bronze Medal...

 

Midget Major AA: Alliance - 4, Potsdam - 1:  After a rough start against tough competition, the Bulldogs came back with 2 straight wins, including the 3rd Place game, and come home with the Bronze Medal from Montreal, Quebec and the Can/Am Tournament.   The last game was a re-match of an earlier 4-2 loss against the Potsdam Sandstoners (NY), but this time Alliance was ready.  The Bulldogs took control early and never trailed en route to the win.  The game was highlighted (or low-lighted, depending on which team you were on), when the Bulldogs scored a very unusual and rare empty net goal in the first period.  The Potsdam goalie was making an equipment repair, when the referee lost patience and allowed play to continue without him.  The Sandstoners were without a backup net-minder, thus some Bulldog got a gift tally in the scorebook.

 

 

                                                                    Saturday, February 18, 2006                                                                                

 

Alliance Earns Semi-Final with Win in Colorado…

 

Squirt A:  Alliance - 8, LA Jr. Kings - 3:  The Bulldogs rebounded from their only loss in the tournament and raced away from the LA Jr. Kings to win Game 3 of the 29th Annual Presidents' Day Hockey Tournament Saturday morning in Colorado Springs.  The win earns the Bulldogs a spot in the Semi-Finals against the San Jose Jr. Sharks on Sunday. 

 

Bulldogs Roll into Semis with 3-0 Tourney Mark...

 

Squirt AA:  Alliance - 7, Colo. Springs - 0:   The Squirt AA were not very nice to their hosts, as they cruised past the Colorado Springs Tigers for a shutout win in Game 3 the 29th Annual Presidents' Day Hockey Tournament Saturday in Colorado Springs.  The Bulldogs are now 3 and 0 in the tournament, and are in the Semi-Finals.  Their opponent had not been determined at the time of this posting.

 

PeeWees Fall, then Recover for Split in Vegas...

 

PeeWee AA2:  Alliance - 3, Calif. Stars - 1:  The Bulldogs hung in there for 2 periods, keeping the game tied at 1-1, and then pulled away with 2 goals in the final period to come away with the win over the California Stars in Game 3 of the Presidents Day Tourney in Las Vegas, Nevada on Saturday afternoon.  The win keeps open the possibility of advancing with a win over the host Las Vegas Outlaws on Sunday morning.

 

PeeWee AA2:  Colorado - 2, Alliance - 1:  Bulldog penalties continued to be a key factor in the Presidents Day Tourney in Las Vegas, Nevada, and Alliance fell for the 2nd time in 2 tries, this time against the Colorado Rampage on Saturday morning.  After allowing 4 power play goals in Game 1, the Bulldogs allowed only 2 in this game, but it was enough for the Rampage to come away with a one-goal margin of victory.  Alliance will try to stay out of the sin bin later Saturday when they go against the California Stars in the afternoon.

 

Midget Majors Gain Bronze Medal Game with Win...

 

Midget Major AA:  Alliance - 4, Halifax - 2:  After falling to tough competition in their first 3 games in Montreal, Quebec at the Can/Am Tournament, the Bulldogs broke through with a hard-earned win over the Halifax Hawks of Nova Scotia in Game 4 to earn a spot in the Bronze Medal game on Sunday.   Alliance fell behind 2-0 in the 2nd period before coming back to score 4 consecutive goals for the come-from-behind victory.  Alliance fell 4-0 earlier in the day to the Semiahmoo Ravens of British Columbia.

 

 

                                                                      Friday, February 17, 2006                                                                                   

 

Bulldogs Split 2 on Day 1 in Colorado…

 

Squirt A:  Jr. Canadians - 3, Alliance - 1:  The Bulldogs appeared to run out of steam in their second game of the day, and the Jr. Canadians from Midnapore, British Columbia scored a goal in each period to come away with the win in Game 2 of the 29th Annual Presidents' Day Hockey Tournament Friday afternoon in Colorado Springs.  After a strong showing in Game 1 earlier in the day, the Bulldogs looked like the mile high altitude may have taken its toll on the boys from Texas.   Read more HERE...

 

Squirt A:  Alliance - 8, KC Jr. Outlaws - 1:  The Bulldogs scored 3 goals in the final few minutes of the opening period, and used that momentum to put the game out of reach in the second on their way to a convincing win over the KC Jr. Outlaws in their opening game of the 29th Annual Presidents' Day Hockey Tournament Friday morning in Colorado Springs.  After taking a 1-0 lead at the 7:43 mark of the 1st period, Alliance blitzed the Outlaws late in the period to take a 4-0 lead into the 2nd period of play.  Read more HERE...

 

Bulldogs Take 2nd Win at President's Day Tourney...

 

Squirt AA:  Alliance - 5, Anchorage - 3:   The Squirt AA made it 2 in a row, as they beat the visitors from the great northwest in Game 2 the 29th Annual Presidents' Day Hockey Tournament Friday in Colorado Springs.  The Northstars boys from the largest and most northern state (that's Alaska for those of you in Rio Linda) found out the southern boys from the second largest state can play on ice as well.  The Bulldogs will now take their 2-0 record into Game 3 against the host Colorado Springs Tigers Saturday afternoon.

 

Alliance Falls in Las Vegas Opener...

 

PeeWee AA2:  San Diego - 7, Alliance - 4:  The PeeWee AA2 team finally got started for the weekend in the Presidents Day Tourney in Las Vegas, Nevada, and drop Game 1 to the San Diego Gulls in a high scoring game on Friday afternoon.  The Bulldogs will try to rebound in Game 2, when they square off against the Colorado Rampage early Saturday morning, followed by a match against the California Stars in the afternoon.

 

Midget Majors Find Going Tough North of the Border...

 

Midget Major AA: In the aftermath of their State Championship, the Bulldogs found the going tough north of the border, as they drop their first 2 games in Montreal, Quebec at the Can/Am Tournament.  Game 1 saw them fall 6-2 to the Capital Crusaders of Ottawa.  They then came back tough against the Potsdam Sandstoners (NY), only to lose a close one at 2-1.  Alliance will try to get back on track Saturday, when they face the Semiahmoo, BC Ravens, followed by a game against the Halifax Hawks of Nova Scotia.

 

Four Alliance Teams Scatter Across North America this Weekend...

 

After watching the older teams battle for the State Championships the last 2 weekends, it's the Squirt's turn to take the spotlight, as both Bulldog Squirt teams are participating in the 29th Annual Presidents' Day Hockey Tournament this weekend in Colorado Springs.   The Squirt AA have one game under their belt already (a win, see below), and the Squirt A hits the ice with 2 games on Friday, first against the KC Jr. Outlaws, followed by the Jr. Canadians from Midnapore, British Columbia later in the day.

 

The PeeWee AA2 team went just a bit further west, as they are in the desert of Las Vegas, Nevada for another Presidents Day Tourney in the city that never sleeps.  They play one game on Friday, against the San Diego Gulls, before coming back to play 2 more on Saturday.

 

The Midget Major AA team is visiting our neighbors to the north, as they are in Montreal, Quebec for the Can/Am Tournament.  The Majors will be trying to maintain their level of play that took them to a State Championship victory last weekend.

 

 

                                                                    Thursday, February 16, 2006                                                                                 

 

Bulldogs Open President's Day Tourney with Win...

 

Squirt AA:  Alliance - 8, LA Jr. Kings - 4:   The Squirt AA hit it early in the 29th Annual Presidents' Day Hockey Tournament, as they took on the LA Jr. Kings on Thursday, and came away with the win in a high scoring contest held at the home of the Colorado College Tigers, the Nation's No. 9 Ranked NCAA Division I Hockey team.   The Bulldogs will come back for Game 2 on Friday when they take on the Anchorage Northstars on the Olympic sheet of the World Arena.

 

 

                                                                    Tuesday, February 14, 2006                                                                                  

 

Alliance Celebrates Valentine's Day with Win...

 

PeeWee AA1:  Alliance - 7, DJHA '94 AA - 3:   In their second league meeting, Bulldogs beat the DJHA '94 AA Penguins Tuesday night in Frisco to help secure the third place position in the NTXHL standings.   The Penguins took the Bulldogs by surprise at the opening face off, by winning it and then skating through the Bulldog line and scoring in 11 seconds flat to take an immediate 1-0 lead. That apparently was all the wake-up call the Bulldogs needed, as they would rally after receiving a penalty (11:42), and score 22 seconds later on a shorthanded goal, starting with a Bulldog skating in on the right side, and back-handing the puck along the ice towards the Penguins goalie, who was not anticipating the low shot, and in it went to tie the game 1-1.  Read more HERE...

 

 

                                                                     Sunday, February 12, 2006                                                                                   

 

Alliance Wins Two State Championships!!!

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Alliance - 4, Ice Jets - 3 (OT):    After falling behind the Ice Jets 3-0 late in the 2nd period, things looked bleak for the Bulldogs.   But a goal with only 1:06 left in the 2nd to make it 3-1 going into the final period kick-started the Bulldogs to a stunning 3-goal comeback that ended with an overtime win and their 2nd consecutive Tier I U16 State Championship.   Read updated report HERE...   See more celebration pictures HERE...

 

 

 

Midget Major AA:  Alliance - 4, Aeros - 2:    Alliance beat the Aeros in back-to-back games on Sunday, and take home the Tier II U18 State Championship for the 3rd consecutive year.     After a scoreless first period, the Bulldogs fell behind 1-0 early in the 2nd, but tied it up shortly thereafter for a 1-1 score at the 7:08 mark.  The teams would trade goals again within 10 seconds of one another at the 5:57 and 5:47 marks to make the score 2-2.  Read more HERE...

 

 

 

                                                                    Saturday, February 11, 2006                                                                                 

 

State Tournament Results...

 

Tier II U14:  Alliance Drops First 2 at State...

 

Bantam AA:  Stars - 4, Alliance - 3:   The Stars broke a 3-3 tie with a power play goal with only 2:09 remaining in the 3rd period, and with the win stayed in contention to advance to the Championship of the Tier II U14 Division at the 2006 Texas State Championships being held at Polar Ice in the Grapevine Mills Mall.   The Stars can advance to the final with a win over the Ice Jets on Sunday morning, and with the loss, Alliance has been eliminated from contention of advancing.

 

Bantam AA:  Ice Jets - 3, Alliance - 0:    The Ice Jets broke open a close 1-0 game with 2 goals early in the 3rd period, and made it stand up for a shutout win over Alliance in the first game for both teams of the Tier II U14 Division at the 2006 Texas State Championships being held at Polar Ice in the Grapevine Mills Mall.   Read more HERE...

 

Tier II U16:  Alliance Splits 2 on Day One at State...

 

Midget Minor AA:  Stars - 6, Alliance - 1:    The Stars took a 1-0 lead into the 2nd period, and extended it to 4-1 after 2 periods, and Alliance never recovered in the second game for each team in the Tier II U16 Division of the 2006 Texas State Championships on Saturday afternoon.   After Alliance cut the lead to 3-1 on a power play with just 1:44 left in the 2nd, they remained on the power play, threatening to make it a one-goal game.  The Stars would have none of it, and got the goal back with a shorthanded breakaway tally to bring the margin back to three at 4-1 with 1:05 left in the second period.  The Stars would add 2 more in the final frame to stay in contention for the final.    

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance - 4, DJHA - 2:    The DJHA Penguins kept responding, but came up short at the end, as Alliance held on late, adding an empty netter to ice the game in the Tier II U16 Division opener for both teams at the 2006 Texas State Championships being held at Polar Ice in the Grapevine Mills Mall.   The Bulldogs took leads of 1-0 at the end of the 1st period and 2-1 at the end of the 2nd, only to have the Penguins come back and tie the score each time, the last time making it 2-2 on their first shot of the final frame.

 

Tier I U16:  Alliance Stays Alive with OT Win in Game 2...

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Alliance - 2, Ice Jets - 1 (OT):    In a complete reversal from last night, both teams played tight defense and got outstanding goaltending, but the Bulldogs stay alive in the Best of 3 Series with the game winning goal just 1:07 into the first overtime.  Alliance came out ready to redeem themselves for the Game 1 loss, and were all over the Ice Jets with 10 shots to the Jets 1 in the first period.  It appeared the Jets would survive the flurry, but Alliance took a 1-0 lead on a power play goal with only 1:59 remaining in the opening frame on a shot from the point along the ice that was re-directed in front and past the Jet goalie.  Read more HERE...

 

Tier II U18:  Bulldogs Control Own Fate at State...

 

Midget Major AA:  Alliance - 3, Aces - 2:    In another really tight game, Alliance finally decided there were already enough ties for the day, and scored with only 28 seconds remaining in the final period to take home a win in the Tier II U18 Division of the 2006 Texas State Championships on Saturday night.   Alliance can advance to the Final with a tie or a win over the Aeros on Sunday morning.

 

Midget Major AA:  Alliance - 2, Austin - 2:    No one could help but think of the U12 Chaos from last weekend caused by a bunch of ties, but someone forgot to tell the Midget Majors, as Alliance and Austin battled to a tie in the Tier II U18 Division opener for both teams at the 2006 Texas State Championships being held at Polar Ice in the Grapevine Mills Mall.  

 

  

                                                                     Friday, February 10, 2006                                                                                    

 

State Tournament - Tier I U16:  Alliance Drops Game 1...

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Ice Jets - 7, Alliance - 4:    Despite an early advantage in energy and shots, the Bulldogs fell behind 2-0 less than 8 minutes in, spent the rest of the game chasing the Ice Jets, and were unable to overtake them and fell in Game 1 of their Best of 3 Series Friday night at the 2006 Texas State Championships being held at Polar Ice in the Grapevine Mills Mall.   The Jets now take their 1-0 series lead into Game 2 Saturday night, with a chance to take the State Championship with a win in the 8:00pm start.   Read more HERE...

 

 

                                                                    Thursday, February 9, 2006                                                                                  

 

State Tournament - 5 Champions to be Crowned this Weekend...

 

If the U12 PeeWee Championships last weekend are any indication, this weekend should be a wild and exciting one, as five (5) State Champions will be crowned at the 2006 Texas State Championships being held at Polar Ice in the Grapevine Mills Mall.

 

Alliance will be attempting to defend their 2005 State Championships in the Tier I U16, Tier II U14, Tier II U16, and Tier II U18 Divisions.   The Tier I Divisions kick off the weekend starting Friday night in their best of 3 series, as the Dallas Stars face the DJHA Penguins in the Tier I U18 Game 1 at 6:00pm, followed by the Alliance Bulldogs against the Ice Jets in the Tier I U16 Game 1 at 8:15pm.

 

Click on the TAHA logo above to see the schedules and matchups for the particular Tier and Age Divisions you want to see.  Results will be posted here throughout the State Championships.   State Champions will advance as the Texas representatives to the 2006 Rocky Mountain District Championships.

 

 

                                                                    Tuesday, February 7, 2006                                                                                   

 

Alliance Announces Spring Training Camp 2006...

 

Due to the hundreds of requests we received to participate in our Spring Camp last year, the Alliance Youth Hockey Association is pleased to announce our Alliance Spring Training Camp 2006. 

 

For eight (8) weeks this spring from April 12th through June 7th, Alliance will provide the opportunity to train with our full staff of professional coaches to those of you that apply early.  

 

For more information, and to let us know your level of interest, click HERE...

 

 

                                                                     Sunday, February 5, 2006                                                                                   

 

Tier II U12 State Tournament - Unbelievable Game, Scenerio:  All 4 Teams Tied After Pool Play...

 

PeeWee AA1:  Alliance - 2, Hitmen - 2:  The Bulldogs came within 2 tenths of a second (:00.2) of winning Game 3 and advancing to the Final of the  Tier II U12 Texas State Championships Sunday morning at Polar Ice in Grapevine.  But the Houston Hitmen somehow scored in the literally the last second to earn a tie, and with the Ice Jets and Stars also playing to a 2-2 tie on the other rink, the State Championships were thrown into unknown territory as all 4 teams still remained tied at the end of pool play.   Read more HERE...

 

After following the tie-breaking procedures and still coming up empty, a call to the USA Hockey headquarters in Colorado resulted in a round-robin shootout to determine the finalists.  In not the best way, but apparently the only way, the shoot-out that ensued determined that the Houston Hitmen will play the Ice Jets '93 AA in the Championship Game to decide the Texas representative to the Tier II U12 Rocky Mountain District Championships in Denver March 9-12.

 

Alliance Splits with Aeros North…

 

Squirt A:  Aeros North - 3, Alliance - 1:  In a rematch of Saturday's NTXHL game between the Bulldogs and the Houston Aeros North, the Dogs were unable to repeat their results from Saturday and fell to the Aeros at Valley Ranch.  With first place within 2 points, Alliance just couldn't bring home the victory, and trail the league leader by two points with 2 games to play next weekend to end the regular season.  Read more HERE...

 

Bantam AAA Takes 2 of 3 with Shattuck St. Mary's...

 

Bantam AAA:  Bantam AAA - 7, Shattuck - 6:   The Bulldogs took an early commanding lead, only to lose it in a drastic 2nd period, but recovered in the 3rd for a wild win in Game 3 over Shattuck St. Mary's in Faribault, Minnesota on Sunday morning.  Alliance took an early 4-1 lead from the 1st period into the 2nd frame, but collapsed under the weight of a 5-goal Shattuck 2nd period attack to trail 6-5 entering the last period of play.  The Bulldogs then put the brakes on the Shattuck offense, and tallied 2 more themselves for the dramatic win and took 2 of 3 in the weekend exhibition series.

 

 

                                                                   Saturday, February 4, 2006                                                                                  

 

Tier II U12 State Tournament - Alliance Drops Game 2 in Final 2 Minutes...

 

PeeWee AA1:  Stars - 1, Alliance - 0:  The goalies put on a show for the crowd Saturday afternoon at Polar Ice, in a game with more than 70 shots on goal, but the Stars finally slipped one in with just under 2 minutes remaining to win Game 2 of the  Tier II U12 Texas State Championships in Grapevine.   Read more HERE...

 

Tier II U12 State Tournament - Alliance Wins Game 1 in Upset...

 

PeeWee AA1:  Alliance - 3, Ice Jets '93 AA - 2:  The Bulldogs picked a good time to get their first win over the Ice Jets '93 AA, as they upset the Jets in Game 1 of the  Tier II U12 Texas State Championships Saturday morning at Polar Ice in Grapevine.   Read more HERE...

 

Bulldogs Beat Aeros North in League Match…

 

Squirt A:  Alliance - 3, Aeros North - 2:  The Bulldogs came out flying, as the coach told the players before the opening draw that their first shot could not be stopped by the Aeros net-minder, and they rode that energy to a NTXHL win over the Houston Aeros North in Valley Ranch.  The team made that motivation a reality, as they won the opening draw and stormed in for a nice deke and backhand shot by the center 17 seconds into the game for a 1-0 lead.  Read more HERE...

 

Alliance Draws a Tie with Wolves…

 

Bantam AA:  Bantam AA - 4, Lone Star Wolves - 4:  The Bulldogs let a win get away from them on Saturday at Valley Ranch, and come away with a NTXHL tie against the Lone Star Wolves.   Lone Star scored first on the power play, with 3:07 remaining in the 1st period for a 1-0 lead.   The Bulldogs countered that with a power play goal of their own with 1:13 remaining in the 1st to tie the game at 1-1.   The Bulldogs would score three unanswered goals to take a 4-1 lead with 11:48 remaining in the game.   However, the Wolves didn't quit, and would get three goals in the last period, with the final one at 1:57 to salvage a 4-4 tie with the Bulldogs.  

 

Bantam AAA Splits with Shattuck St. Mary's in Minnesota...

 

Bantam AAA:  Bantam AAA - 5, Shattuck - 3:   The #13 Ranked Bulldogs came back strong in the night-cap, and evened the series at one game apiece with a nice win over Shattuck St. Mary's in Faribault, Minnesota on Saturday evening.  The two Bantam AAA powerhouses will play the rubber game of the series early Sunday morning.

 

Bantam AAA:  Shattuck - 4, Bantam AAA - 3:   Alliance hit the road to the bitter cold north to face #10 Ranked Shattuck St. Mary's in Faribault, Minnesota, and dropped a close one in the first game of a 3-game series on Saturday morning.  The Bulldogs will come back with another match Saturday afternoon, and finish the weekend with a 3rd game early Sunday morning.

 

Bulldogs Closing Ground on 1st PLace...

 

Midget Major AA:  Alliance - 3, Tulsa - 1:  In a NTXHL game Saturday in Oklahoma City, the Bulldogs dealt the 1st place Tulsa Flames their 2nd defeat of the season, and Alliance is now only 2 points back of the Flames for the top of the division.   Alliance scored first on a power play midway through the first period to take a 1-0 lead into the 2nd period.  Read more HERE...

 

 

                                                                  Wednesday, February 1, 2006                                                                               

 

State Tournament - Alliance in All Divisions...

 

The 2006 Texas State Championships have been scheduled, and Alliance is represented in each division except Tier I U18, the only division in which the Bulldogs did not field a team for the 2005-2006 season.  The playoffs begin this weekend, with the U12 PeeWee Division determining their champion, followed by a busy next weekend February 10-12, when the rest of the State Champions will be crowned. 

 

Alliance is set to defend their 2005 State Championships in the Tier I U16, Tier II U14, Tier II U16, and Tier II U18 Divisions.  The Tier I U14 Texas representative will once again this year be the Alliance Bulldogs, as they are the only Bantam Tier I team in Texas.

 

All State Championships will be played at Polar Ice in Grapevine, with the winners advancing to the Rocky Mountain District Championships in March.  For schedules and match-ups, click HERE...

 

Bulldogs Fall Short Late to Ice Jets ‘93...

 

PeeWee AA1:  Ice Jets’93 - 4, Alliance - 2:   “Should-of”, “Could-of”, but “Would not”.  The Bulldogs played the Ice Jets '93 AA close (Wednesday night) right up to the final minutes, doing a lot of things well, but strong Ice Jet goaltending kept them at bay, and eventually the Bulldogs would self-destruct late, allowing three Ice Jet goals in just over four minutes of play.  Read more HERE...

 

 

 

                                                                     Monday, January 30, 2006                                                                                  

 

Dallas Cup Photos Now Posted...

 

 

Thanks to the excellent photography and hard work this weekend by an Alliance parent, we now have some outstanding pictures of the 2006 Dallas Cup U16 Tier I AAA games posted to our web site. 

 

Take a look and you'll see some of the best hockey pictures anywhere.  To see the pictures, click HERE...

 

 

 

                                                                     Sunday, January 29, 2006                                                                                  

 

Alliance Wins Dallas Cup U16 Tier I AAA Championship!!!

 

The Alliance Bulldogs defended their 2005 Championship, capturing the 2006 Dallas Cup Tier I AAA Championship Game with a 4-1 win Sunday afternoon over the Colorado Thunderbirds '89 in a tight game decided with tough defense, good penalty killing and outstanding goaltending. 

 

Both teams came into the final undefeated, and it was the first win this season over the 5th Ranked T'Birds in 4 tries for the Bulldogs, who lost to these same Thunderbirds in the final of their King of the Rockies (KOR) Tournament back in October.  This tournament was also a warm-up for the 2006 Rocky Mountain District Championships, as all 6 RMD Tier I U16 teams played in this year's Dallas Cup.  The 11th Ranked Bulldogs finish the tournament 5-0-0, and improved their overall season record to 27-11-5.

 

Chicago Takes Tier II Dallas Cup...

 

Congratulations to the Chicago Flames, Dallas Cup Invitational 2006 Tier II AA Champions, 3-2 winners over the Houston Wild  in a very close and competitive Championship Game Sunday afternoon at Polar Ice in Grapevine.  The Flames, coming into the tournament Ranked #1 by the National Hockey Rankings web site, went undefeated for the weekend at 5-0-0.

 

Bulldogs Fall to Aces in NTXHL Action…

 

Squirt A:  Texas Aces - 5, Alliance - 1:  The Bulldogs played strong in the first period but struggled to control the puck the rest of the game and fall to the Texas Aces this morning in NTXHL action at the ITC in Richardson.  The Aces scored on their first shot of the game at 9:28 in the first period to go up 1-0, on a wrap around wide and flip shot over the Dogs Goalie.  Alliance scored a power play goal at 3:19 in the first to tie it at 1-1, with a steal in the neutral zone by the right wing and a skate in wide right, and great pass across the crease to the left wing for a top shelf one-timer.  Even though the Dogs out-shot the Aces 7-2 in the period, the period ended tied 1-1.  Read more HERE...

 

Bulldogs Take 2nd Straight League Win…  

 

Bantam AA:  Bantam AA - 7, Texas Aces - 4:  The Bulldogs fell behind for the second day in a row, this time they were down 2-0 to the Texas Aces when they decided enough was enough.  The Bulldogs closed their deficit to 2-1 with 1:29 remaining in the 1st period, and then took charge, out-scoring the Aces by 3-1 in the 2nd period to go up 4-3, and then kept on attacking with three more goals in the 3rd period for a 7-4 NTXHL victory.

 

                                                                     Saturday, January 28, 2006                                                                                  

 

Dallas Cup Full Swing in Day 2...

 

The Dallas Cup Midget Hockey tournament gained momentum in Day 2, with 16 games being played, and all of them presenting entertainment and excitement in their own way.  The Championship game finalists were determined in Tier II, and it was significantly narrowed down in the Tier I Division.

 

Tier I AAA Update:  The Defending Champion Alliance Bulldogs continued to win, with 2 more victories to go to 3-0 for the tournament and will advance to the Championship Game with a tie or win Sunday morning.  The Colorado Thunderbirds '89 also remain unbeaten at 3-0, but it took a narrow call and a game winning goal with less than 1 second remaining against Russell Stover for them to advance to the final. 

 

Tier II AA Update:  The games at Polar Ice in Grapevine were just as exciting, and a surprising entry into the Championship Game will be the Houston Wild, who have played extremely well in victories over the host Alliance Bulldogs and the Long Beach Ice Dogs.   It won't get any easier for the Wild, as they will face the #1 Ranked Chicago Flames in the Final.

 

Alliance Nips Hitmen for League Win…

 

Squirt A:  Alliance - 3, Hitmen - 2:  The Bulldogs continue their strong play and win NTXHL Game 17 by a score of 3-2 over the Houston Hitmen at the Deja Blue Rink in Frisco.  Alliance opened the game with an even strength goal at 9:17 to take a 1-0 lead in the first period, with an aggressive steal by the center in the neutral zone and quick shot from the right mid-slot that beat the Hitmen goalie top shelf.  Read more HERE...

 

Bulldogs Sweep 2 from Wolves this Week...

 

PeeWee AA1:  Alliance - 4, Lone Star Wolves - 0:   Just 4 days after playing the Wolves in a close state qualifying game that the Bulldogs won, they faced them again in a NTXHL game Saturday afternoon at Polar Ice. The Bulldogs came to play and showed great hustle, and controlled play that resulted in dominating time of possession in the Wolves zone.  Read more HERE...

 

Alliance Cruises past DJHA '92…  

 

Bantam AA:  Bantam AA - 8, DJHA '92 AAA - 1:  After falling behind the DJHA '92 AAA Penguins 1-0 in the first two minutes of the game, the Bulldogs showed their muscle by evening the score with 8:29 remaining in the 1st period, scored 4 more times in the 2nd period, and then added 3 more in the 3rd period for a convincing 8-1 NTXHL win.

 

                                                                       Friday, January 27, 2006                                                                                    

 

Dallas Cup Gets Started...

 

The Dallas Cup Midget Hockey tournament got under way today, with plenty of fast paced action.  The Tier I AAA Division teams each played once at Valley Ranch, and the Tier II AA Division teams got in a full day with each team playing twice at Polar Ice in Grapevine;

 

Tier I AAA Update:  The Defending Champion Alliance Bulldogs started the day, and came away with a 5-2 win over a pesky Omaha Energy squad in a penalty filled tournament opener.  The other local team, the Dallas Ice Jets, followed that up with an identical 5-2 win over the Phoenix Firebirds, after jumping ahead 5-0 on the strength of 4 power play goals. 

 

The Colo. Thunderbirds '89 then shut out the St. Louis Jr. Blues 3-0, and Russell Stover did the same to Southern Ice Lightning 4-0.  Day 1 came to a very competitve and intense end with a 1-1 tie between Colorado Outlaws and the Colo. Thunderbirds '90.

 

Tier II AA Update:  The boys at Polar Ice in Grapevine hit it hard and more often than their AAA counterparts, as each team got in 2 games on Friday to quickly set the tone for the tournament.  The Alliance Bulldogs did not have a good day, dropping both games, including the opener against the #1 Ranked Chicago Flames in a game that wasn't decided until 2 late Chicago goals made a close one look worse than it really was.  The Long Beach Ice Dogs were the other big winner, coming up with 2 wins also to join Chicago at the top of the heap after one day of action.

 

                                                                     Thursday, January 26, 2006                                                                                  

 

Dallas Cup 2006 is HERE...

 

The Dallas Cup Midget Hockey tournament is coming to town this weekend, so don't miss out on the opportunity to watch some of the best 16 year old hockey players and teams in the nation.   See if the Alliance Bulldogs can defend their U16 Tier I AAA Championship from 2005.  Action starts at 10:30am Friday morning in Valley Ranch with the Host Bulldogs facing the Omaha Energy.

 

Click on the "Dallas Cup" logo at the top of the Alliance Hockey Home page to see schedules, standings, rosters, box scores, and more throughout the tournament....

 

 

 

 

                                                                     Tuesday, January 24, 2006                                                                                   

 

Bulldogs Qualify for State!

 

PeeWee AA1:  Alliance - 3, Lone Star Wolves - 1:  The Bulldogs and Wolves battled fiercely Tuesday (at Polar Ice) for the right to play in the State playoffs and the Dawgs won out, scoring two goals in the third to finish strong.  Both teams played toe-to-toe in the first frame with a lot of hustle and hitting. There was no scoring in the first, only one penalty (Wolves), and shots were Bulldogs 9 and Wolves 7.  Read more HERE...

 

 

                                                                     Sunday, January 22, 2006                                                                                    

 

Bantam AAA Wins Cleveland Barons Cup!!!

 

Bantam AAA:  Bantam AAA - 5, Cleveland - 0:   The Bulldogs capped a great weekend by earning redemption for their only non-win of the tournament, shutting out the host Cleveland Barons in the Championship Game of the Cleveland Barons Cup Sunday in Cleveland, Ohio.   The Barons had put the only blemish on the Alliance tourney record with a 5-5 tie in Game 2 on Saturday morning, but this time it was all Bulldogs, as they finish the tournament with a 4-0-1 mark and return home with a very impressive 26-9-3 record for the season.  Alliance had entered into the Barons Cup with a #16 National Ranking.

 

Bantam AAA:  Bantam AAA - 4, Phoenix - 2:  The Bulldogs needed a win to advance to the final, and they squeaked this one out, beating the Phoenix Firebirds in Game 4 of the Cleveland Barons Cup Sunday in Cleveland, Ohio.   Alliance was clinging to a 1-goal lead at 3-2 late in the final period of play, and with an empty net tally sealed the win and a berth in the Championship Game later in the day.  Alliance will face the host Cleveland Barons , whom they tied 5-5 in Game 2 on Friday.

 

Alliance Takes Austin 2-1 Again…

 

Squirt A:  Alliance – 2, Austin - 1:  It's DEJA VU ALL OVER AGAIN.  The Bulldogs played the Austin Roadrunners for the second time this weekend, and once again win by a 2-1 margin.   The first period was a repeat of Saturday's game, as it ended 0-0.  Austin got the first goal today and a 1-0 lead on an even strength tally at 8:49 in the second, on an open mid slot shot that slipped past the Alliance goalie.  Just 4 minutes later, on a Bulldog power play, the left wing stole the puck in the neutral zone, and swerved in for a high mid slot shot over the Austin goalie's blocker and a 1-1 tie to end the second period.   Read more HERE...

 

Bulldogs Back in League Action with a Win...

 

Squirt AA:  Alliance - 5, Stars Select - 3:   Today's NTXHL game in Valley Ranch was a physical battle for both teams, with the Bulldogs coming away with the win over the Stars Select Major.  The Stars accumulated 12 penalties and Alliance had 8 to make it a special teams affair.  Alliance started the scoring in the 1st with a power play goal at the 1:53 mark to take a 1-0 lead.  Read more HERE...

 

                                                                  Saturday, January 21, 2006                                                                                    

 

Squirt A Drops Austin in Close League Tilt…

 

Squirt A:  Alliance – 2, Austin - 1:  The last time the Bulldogs squared off against the Austin Roadrunners,  it was a close 2-1 game with Austin coming out on top.  This time, Alliance turned the tables in another tight NTXHL contest between these two teams at Valley Ranch on Saturday morning.  After a scoreless first period, the Bulldogs opened up the scoring with an even strength goal to make it 1-0 at the 7:57 mark of the 2nd frame.  The Roadrunners responded just over 3 minutes later on a nice shot from the right wing that beat the goalie blocker side top shelf to tie it up at 1-1 with 4:36 remaining in the 2nd period.  Read more HERE...

 

Bulldogs Shut Out Hawks in NTXHL Action…

 

PeeWee AA1:  Alliance - 4, Ice Hawks - 0:  The Bulldogs are in the mode of recovering from a tough weekend, and they showed it on Saturday, as they shut out the Dallas Ice Hawks in NTXHL action at Valley Ranch.  The Hawks handed the Bulldogs a 3-2 loss in their only meeting back in November, but this time the Alliance boys came to play, and it showed as they scored in each period of play and kept the Hawks off the scoreboard with good defense and goaltending.  More on this game as it is received...

 

Bantam AAA Goes to 2-0-1 in Cleveland…  

 

Bantam AAA:  Bantam AAA - 4, Pittsburgh Predators - 1:  Alliance came back strong Saturday afternoon in their second tilt of the tournament against a team from Pittsburgh, in Game 3 of the Cleveland Barons Cup.   This time it was the Pittsburg Hornets that suffered defeat at the hands of the boys from Texas, who have now been unofficially declared the Pennsylvania State Champions - well, at least "City" champions???   Game 4 of the tourney has the Bulldogs squaring off against the Phoenix Firebirds on Sunday, with playoff opportunities in sight with a win.  The Bulldogs beat the Firebirds 6-2 in their only meeting of the season way back in September.

 

Bantam AAA:  Bantam AAA - 5, Cleveland - 5:  The Bulldogs face the hosts in Game 2 of the Cleveland Barons Cup Saturday morning, and nothing was decided, as they came away with a "sister-kisser" against the Cleveland Barons in Cleveland, Ohio.  Alliance will come back in the afternoon to face the Pittsburg Predators in the nightcap.

 

 

                                                                      Friday, January 20, 2006                                                                                     

 

Bulldogs Open Barons Cup with Win…  

 

Bantam AAA:  Bantam AAA - 7, Pittsburgh Hornets - 4:  The Bulldogs opened up the Cleveland Barons Cup with a solid win over the Pittsburg Hornets on Friday in Cleveland, Ohio.  Alliance has now won 14 of their last 17 games headed into their Saturday match against the host Cleveland Barons.  They will follow that game against another team from Pittsburgh, this time the Pittsburg Predators in the nightcap.

 

                                                                  Wednesday, January 18, 2006                                                                                

 

Bulldogs Earn State Tournament Berth with Win over Aces…  

 

Bantam AA:  Bantam AA - 5, Texas Aces - 4:  The Bulldogs took the early lead in this State Tournament "playdown game" by getting on the board first with 7:19 remaining in the 1st period for an initial 1-0 lead.   However, the Aces came back at the 6:09 mark with a goal of their own to tie the game at 1-1.   The Bulldogs would come back right before the end of the opening frame to light the lamp with 1:12 remaining in the 1st period to re-take the lead at 2-1 headed into the 2nd period of play.   Read more HERE...

 

 

                                                                     Monday, January 16, 2006                                                                                    

 

Squirt AA Wins Texas Star Winter Classic in a Shootout!!!

 

Squirt AA:  Alliance - 3, Florida - 2 (SO):   In a very exciting, fast paced, back and forth game, it was fitting that it had to go to a shootout, and Alliance made the plays when they had to, beating the Florida Jr. Everblades and winning the Squirt Red Championship of the Texas Star Winter Classic Tournament in Farmers Branch on Monday. In this rematch of a 4-1 Everblades win on Saturday, the Bulldogs took the first lead on a goal with only 1:55 remaining in the 1st period to go up 1-0.  Read more HERE...

 

Squirt A Wins to go 3-1-0 in Winter Classic…

 

Squirt A:  Alliance – 2, Aeros South - 0:  The Bulldogs completed a good run in the Texas Star Winter Classic tournament with a nice shutout win over the Houston Aeros South Monday morning in Farmers Branch.  Alliance got even strength goals in each of the first 2 periods of play and held the Aeros to only 11 shots on goal, while collecting 24 shots for themselves.  The win made the Bulldogs 3-1-0 in the tournament and brings the Alliance overall season record to 22-7-2, as they prepare to get back into league action next weekend.

 

PeeWee AA1 Fall Late to Hitmen…

 

PeeWee AA1:  Houston Hitmen - 2, Alliance - 1:  In a consolation game of the Texas Star Winter Classic tournament in Euless Monday, the Bulldogs played toe-to-toe with the Houston Hitmen for two strong periods, but the Hitmen would take the third, scoring two goals to clinch the win.  Play in the first period was very even, with both teams matching effort and skill.  There was no scoring, even though the Bulldogs had the edge on opportunities by out-shooting the Hitmen 8 to 3.  Read more HERE...

 

PeeWee AA2 Takes Down San Antonio in Friendship Contest…

 

PeeWee AA2:  Alliance - 7, San Antonio - 0:    The Bulldogs continued their stellar play and momentum from a good game earlier in the weekend against Arapahoe, and pitched a shutout in a Friendship game win over the San Antonio Rampage Monday in Valley Ranch.  As indicated by the score, the defense played extremely well, and the offense lit the lamp early and often.  Alliance scored 3 times in the opening frame, and took their a 3-0 lead into the 2nd.  They increased their margin to 4-0 with another tally in the 2nd period, and then finished strong with 3 more in the final period for the final 7-0 score.

 

Bantam AA Wins Final Texas Star Game…  

 

Bantam AA:  Alliance – 1, Colo.Eagles - 0:  Continuing their defensive play throughout the tournament, the Bulldogs made the only goal of the game stand up for a shutout victory over the Colorado Jr. Eagles in their final game of the Texas Star Winter Classic Tournament in Farmers Branch.  Alliance got the game winner at the 8:52 mark of the 1st period, and no, it was not a shorthanded goal for a change.  Alliance went 3-1-0 in the tournament, only allowed 2 goals, and earned 2 shutouts in the process.  Next action for the Bulldogs will be this Wednesday, when they play the Texas Aces in a U14 Tier II State Play-down contest at PSA in Plano, game time set at 8:30pm.

 

Midget Minor AA Falls in Overtime of Vegas Championship Game…

 

Midget Minor AA:  Las Vegas - 4, Alliance – 3 (OT):   Alliance got their chance and nearly pulled it off, but fell again to the Las Vegas Outlaws, this time in overtime of the Championship Game of the Las Vegas 2006 Tournament Monday afternoon in the desert of Nevada.  The Bulldogs held a 3-2 lead late in the game, but the Outlaws scored on a controversial play, forcing a tie and the extra period of sudden death action.   The Bulldogs come home with a 4-2-0 tournament record, and an impressive overall season mark of 28-5-0.

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance – 4, DJHA - 0:   The Bulldogs shut out the DJHA Penguins in their final pool game, and are now set for the Championship Game of the Las Vegas 2006 Tournament scheduled for Monday afternoon against the Las Vegas Outlaws.  Alliance controlled the game completely, out-shooting the Penguins by a 32 to 6 margin, and going 1 for 6 with the man advantage.  It was the 4th straight win for the Bulldogs after their opening game loss to the Outlaws last Friday.  They have a chance to make up for that game this afternoon, when the stakes will be considerably higher.

 

                                                                     Sunday, January 15, 2006                                                                                     

 

Squirt A Splits 2 in Winter Classic…

 

Squirt A:  Colo. Springs - 2, Alliance – 1:  The Dogs come up short in the crucial third game against the Colorado Springs Tigers and gain 1.5 points for a total of 10.5 for the tournament through 3 games, and either 2nd or 3rd place depending on the OKC Blazers game against the Houston Hitmen.   Read more HERE...

 

Squirt A:  Alliance – 1, Phoenix - 0:  The Bulldogs played a defensive game 2 in the Texas Star Winter Classic Tournament at Valley Ranch this morning, and beat the Phoenix Firebirds in a tight game as a result.  Alliance obtains 4 total points by tying the first two scoreless periods, winning  .5 points each, and 1 for the third period win, and 2 for the game win = 4 points.  The Bulldogs' total of 9 points in the Tournament puts them in a tie for first place with the Oklahoma City Blazers.   Read more HERE...

 

Squirt AA in Texas Star Final Despite Loss...

 

Squirt AA:  Florida - 4, Alliance - 1:   Alliance fell to the Florida Jr. Everblades in their final preliminary game of the Texas Star Winter Classic Tournament in Valley Ranch Sunday afternoon, but as a result of their earlier stellar play, have earned a re-match with the Everblades in the Championship Game on Monday.  The Bulldogs took a 1-0 lead into the 2nd period, but Florida quickly took control with 3 tallies in the frame, and added another in the 3rd to seal the victory.  The Championship is set for 11:00am in Farmers Branch on Monday.

 

Squirt AA:  Alliance - 3, Stars - 1:   The Bulldogs scored a goal in each period and defeated the Stars Select Major in Game 2 of the Texas Star Winter Classic Tournament in Valley Ranch on Sunday.  After falling behind in the first period 1-0, Alliance responded with a late period power play goal to head into the 2nd period tied at 1-1.   The Bulldogs took a 2-1 lead at the 4:17 mark of the 2nd on another man advantage tally, and then added an insurance goal in the final frame for the 3-1 win.

 

PeeWee AA1 Falls Twice in Texas Star…

 

PeeWee AA1:  Colorado Springs Tigers - 11, Alliance - 1:  The Bulldogs clearly did not come to play in Game 3 of the Texas Star Winter Classic tournament in Plano Sunday afternoon, as the Colorado Springs Tigers dominated all aspects of the game, scoring 10 goals after the first two frames.  The Tigers scoring would slow in the third, as the Bulldogs did a better job of keeping the Tigers out of their net, only allowing one goal in the final minutes of the game.  The Bulldogs will play in a consolation game Monday in Euless against the Houston Hitmen.

 

PeeWee AA1:  Florida Sharpshooters - 4, Alliance - 3:  The Bulldogs came looking for their second win of the Texas Star Winter Classic tournament against the Florida Sharpshooters Sunday morning at Farmers Branch, and despite numerous penalties, they were leading the hunt with just under ten minutes left in the third.  But good teams are disciplined and that’s the lesson the Bulldogs need to learn, as they can’t give other teams a 5-on-3 power play the last five and a half minutes of a game.  Read more HERE...

 

Bantam AA Nipped in Final Frame…  

 

Bantam AA:  New Mexico - 1, Alliance – 0:  The Bulldogs have lived by the shorthanded goal this tournament, but they died by it Sunday afternoon, falling to the New Mexico Moose in Game 3 of the Texas Star Winter Classic Tournament in Farmers Branch.   Each game the Bulldogs have played this tournament has been a defensive battle, and 2 of the 4 goals scored by Alliance have been of the shorthanded variety.  This game was no different, except the Alliance power play unit was the victim this time, and the Moose shorty came with only 8:53 remaining in the game.  Despite out-shooting New Mexico 19 to 16, the Bulldogs were unable to hit paydirt.

 

Midget Minor AA Advances to Las Vegas Championship Game…

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance – 5, Crystal Lake - 1:   The Bulldogs won their 3rd game in a row, and with the win over the Crystal Lake Leafs, earned a spot in the Championship Game of the Las Vegas 2006 Tournament scheduled for Monday afternoon.  Alliance will first have to play the DJHA Penguins early Monday, before coming back later in the day for the chance to win it all, most probably against the only team to beat them this week, the host Las Vegas Outlaws.

 

Midget Minor AAA Falls in Semi-Finals …

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Colorado Outlaws - 6, Alliance - 3:    In a re-match of last year's Rocky Mountain District Championship game, the result was different this time, as the hosts Colorado Outlaws beat the Bulldogs to advance to the Final of their own Colorado Outlaws Shootout tournament in Denver on Sunday afternoon.  The Bulldogs continually suffered consequences of turnovers, as the Outlaws capitalized by turning Alliance mistakes into goals.   The loss ended a 7 game unbeaten streak for the Bulldogs, who will face these same Outlaws again in 2 weeks during the 2006 Dallas Cup.  The Outlaws advance to the Final to face the Madison Capitals, 4-3 winners over the Ice Jets '89 in the other Semi-Final game.

 

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Alliance - 9, Phoenix - 2:    After a tight 1st period that ended 1-1, the Bulldogs cranked it up with 5 goals in the 2nd frame and went on to cruise to the win over the Phoenix Firebirds in Game 3 of the Colorado Outlaws Shootout in Denver on Sunday morning.  The win gives Alliance a 3-0-0 record for the tournament, making them division winners and a #2 seed overall headed into the Semi-Finals.  Alliance will face the #3 Seed and host Colorado Outlaws at 3:45pm MST for the right to advance to the Championship Game against the winner of the other semi-final between the #4 Seed Ice Jets '89 and the #1 Seed Madison Capitals.

 

 

                                                                    Saturday, January 14, 2006                                                                                   

 

Alliance Teams go 8-1-1 in First 2 Days of MLK Weekend …

 

The first 2 days of the weekend (including Friday) proved successful for Bulldog teams, as they won 8 of the first 10 games.  The key day is Sunday, when 9 more games will be played and tournament playoff teams will be determined.

 

Squirt A:  Alliance – 6, Hitmen - 1:  The Bulldogs dominate Game 1 of the Texas Star Winter Classic Tournament in Euless this morning against the Houston Hitmen to obtain the maximum 5 points, by winning a point in each period and 2 for the win to hold first place after one game.  The first Alliance goal was a power play goal at 3:26 in the first, with beautiful cycle passing by all three forwards behind the Houston net to stretch the defense, and 2 quick passes between the right and left wingers to the center in the low left slot for a one timer top shelf goal and a 1-0 lead.  Read more HERE...

 

Squirt AA:  Alliance - 8, Kansas City - 0:   The Bulldogs started slow, but got 2 goals in the first for a 2-0 lead, and then put the game away with 4 more in the 2nd period and cruised to a convincing win over the Kansas City Outlaws Game 1 of the Texas Star Winter Classic Tournament in Valley Ranch Saturday afternoon.  Five different Bulldogs scored goals, as the offense came from the entire Alliance roster in this complete team effort.

 

PeeWee AA1:  Alliance - 5, DJHA ’94 - 3:  The Bulldogs started the Texas Star Winter Classic tournament with an important win over the DJHA '94 AA Penguins Saturday afternoon in Euless.  Both teams played toe-to-toe until the final minutes of the game, when fortune (and a mishandled puck by DJHA) would shine down on the Bulldogs and they would net the game-winning goal with 1:22 left.  Read more HERE...

 

PeeWee AA2:  Alliance - 3, Arapahoe - 3:    Alliance jumped out to a 3-0 lead, but couldn't keep the big and skilled Arapahoe Warriors at bay log enough, and a very competitive and exciting Friendship game ended in a tie Saturday morning in Valley Ranch.   The Bulldogs scrambled in and around the Arapahoe net the first 2 periods, and were rewarded with goals of the hard working variety.  In the final period, the Warriors turned up the heat and scrambled themselves to earn the tie late in the game.

 

Bantam AA:  Alliance – 2, Colo.Rampage – 0:  The Bulldog defense and goaltending continued where they left off earlier in the day, and 2 goals were more than enough for Alliance to beat the Colorado Rampage in Game 2 of the Texas Star Winter Classic Tournament in Farmers Branch Saturday night.  After a scoreless 1st period, the Bulldog penalty killers struck again for their 2nd shorthanded tally of the day and first of the game to take a 1-0 lead at the 9:32 mark of the 2nd period.  Alliance added an insurance goal in the 3rd to seal the win and a 2-0 tournament record.

 

Bantam AA:  Alliance – 2, KC Outlaws – 1:  The Bulldogs finished off a comeback win with the game winner coming with only 23 seconds remaining, as they defeated the Kansas City Outlaws  in Game 1 of the Texas Star Winter Classic Tournament in Plano Saturday morning.  The Outlaws took a 1-0 lead late in the opening period with a power play tally, and it looked like they might make that stand up for the win, as the two teams battled into the 3rd period with the score still 1-0 Kansas City.  Read more HERE...

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance – 6, Seattle - 1:   Alliance made it 2 in a row, as they defeated the Seattle Admirals in Game #3 of the Las Vegas 2006 Tournament Saturday evening.  The Bulldogs now control their own destiny, and can earn a berth in the finals with a convincing win on Sunday morning against the Crystal Lake Leafs.

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance – 3, Calif. Wave - 0:   Alliance jumped into the win column of the Las Vegas 2006 Tournament Saturday morning with a solid shutout victory over the California Wave in their second game of the tournament.  The game was similar to the last time these 2 teams met, a 4-1 Bulldog win in the 34th Annual Mile High Thanksgiving Holiday Tournament in Littleton, Colorado.

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Alliance - 2, Ice Jets '89 - 1:    In a re-match of their tie last week in Dallas, it was more of the same between these 2 rivals, but the Bulldogs pulled this one out late to beat the Ice Jets '89 in Game 2 of the Colorado Outlaws Shootout in Denver on Saturday afternoon.  The first period was scoreless, but not uneventful, as an Alliance player took a 5-minute major and a game misconduct, putting the Bulldogs down a man for a period of time.  Alliance would kill that off, and the 1st period ended 0-0.  Read more HERE...

 

MLK Weekend + 7 Teams = 25 or More Games...

 

Another 3-day weekend means a lot more hockey, and this time 5 Bulldog teams will be playing at home.  The Texas Star Winter Classic is the big local attraction, as the Squirt A, Squirt AA, PeeWee AA1, and Bantam AA are all participating.  The PeeWee AA2 team is not in the tournament, but will host the Arapahoe Warriors in a Friendship game on Saturday.

 

Both U16 teams will be out of town, as the Midget Minor AA is playing in the Las Vegas 2006 Tournament, and the Midget Minor AAA is in Denver for the Colorado Outlaws Shootout.   Check each team's page for their schedule, and back here for results throughout the weekend.

 

                                                                       Friday, January 13, 2006                                                                                      

 

Midget Minor AA Drops Game 1 in Vegas…

 

Midget Minor AA:  Las Vegas - 7, Alliance – 5:   Alliance lost their first game of the Las Vegas 2006 Tournament this evening against the host Las Vegas Outlaws in a high scoring contest.  The speedy and physical Outlaws capitalized on their power play by going up 2-0 on their first two man advantage opportunities in the 1st period.  Alliance scored to shorten the lead to 2-1 on an even strength goal at the 6:19 mark to finish the scoring in the 1st period.  Read more HERE...

 

Bulldogs Open Outlaw Shootout with a Win (Corrected & Revised Jan. 14th)...

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Alliance - 3, Affton - 2:    In a back and forth game where 3 of the 5 goals were on special teams, the Bulldogs prevailed over the Affton Americans in Game 1 of the Colorado Outlaws Shootout in Denver on Friday morning.  To make it even more unusual, 2 of the goals were shorthanded, placing the coaches in the position of cringing when going on the power play.  Read more HERE...

 

 

                                                                       Sunday, January 8, 2006                                                                                      

 

Dogs Slowed on Day 2 of Weekend...

 

Squirt A:  Alliance – 3, Aeros South - 3:  After a month long layoff from game action, the Bulldogs were expected to come out rusty...but they came out on fire and scored on the first offensive rush in this NTXHL contest against the Houston Aeros South in Valley Ranch.   Alliance aggressively cycled the puck behind the Aeros goalie, then the right wing faked a wrap around and passed across the crease to the center for a sweet one timer and a 1-0 lead at 12:08.  Read more HERE...

 

PeeWee AA2:  LS Wolves - 4, Alliance - 1:    Alliance fell behind early in the game 4-0, but continued to play hard before falling to the LS Wolves in this NTXHL contest early Sunday morning in Valley Ranch.  More to come later...

 

Bantam AAA:  TPH Thunder - 3, Alliance – 1:   Playing the same team for the 3rd straight time and 7th time of the season can prove to get old, but the TPH Thunder didn't seem to mind, as they handed the Bulldogs their first loss in 7 head-to-head match-ups and go home with a series ending win in Game #3 of their 3-game series Sunday morning at Valley Ranch.  The Thunder came to play early and controlled the tempo from the outset, out-shooting the Bulldogs 7 to 2 in the opening frame and carrying a 1-0 lead into the 2nd period.   Read more HERE...

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Alliance – 2, Ice Jets '89AAA - 2:   Nothing was settled in this much anticipated and long awaited game between these two rink rivals.  While each team held a 1-goal lead for a period of time, neither could hold, and the game ended as it started, with the score even and both teams still looking toward the next meeting.  It was a penalty-filled contest (what a surprise!), with 3 of the 4 total goals coming on the man advantage from the 17 power play chances doled out by the over-worked officiating crew.    More to come later...

 

 

                                                                      Saturday, January 7, 2006                                                                                    

 

Alliance Starts Weekend Strong...

 

Squirt AA:  Alliance - 9, Oklahoma City - 1:   The Bulldogs came out of the Christmas and New Year holiday break flying, and the Blazers of Oklahoma City were the unfortunate victims, as Alliance scored early and often in cruising to a NTXHL win at Valley Ranch on Saturday.  It was the Bulldogs' 3rd straight dominating league win, and they are 5-0-1 in their last 6 NTXHL games. 

 

PeeWee AA1:  Alliance – 4, Tulsa - 4:   Alliance came out firing, and took advantage of their energy to take an early 2-0 lead in the first period.  They were not able to maintain the same level of play throughout, however, and the Tulsa Flames battled back to earn a tie in this NTXHL contest Saturday morning in Valley Ranch.  Read more HERE...

 

Bantam AAA:  Alliance – 5, TPH Thunder - 1:   The Bulldogs continued their winning ways, beating the TPH Thunder for the 5th straight time this season in Game #2 of their 3-game series Saturday afternoon at Valley Ranch.  Alliance took control early, skating out to a 2-0 lead after the first period of play.  After trading goals in the 2nd, the Bulldogs again took control with 2 more in the final frame for the 5-2 win.  Final game of the series is set for Sunday morning at 10:30am in Valley Ranch.

 

Bantam AAA:  Alliance – 7, TPH Thunder - 2:   The Bulldogs jumped out to an early 3-0 lead in the first 8 minutes of the game, withstood a TPH Thunder recovery for the next 17 minutes, and then pulled away in the final period for a convincing win in Game #1 of their 3-game series Saturday morning at Valley Ranch.  Alliance was all over the visitors from the southeast in the 1st period, out-shooting them by a 10 to 4 margin after one period of play.  Read more HERE...

 

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance – 6, DJHA - 1:   Alliance started slow, taking a 1-0 lead from the first period into the 2nd frame, then added 3 more in the 2nd and cruised to the NTXHL victory over DJHA Saturday night in Valley Ranch.  The win earned the Bulldogs a small amount of payback for being handed their only league loss in their last meeting with the Penguins early last month.  The win raised the Alliance league mark to 13-1-0, and they remain firmly planted in 1st Place.

 

Midget Major AA:  Alliance – 3, Austin - 1:   The Bulldogs looked like they might never score in this tight NTXHL contest, but finally found the touch and enjoyed it, with all 3 goals coming in the 3rd period for a come from behind win over the Austin Roadrunners in Valley Ranch.  After a scoreless opening frame, the Roadrunners found the back of the net first with a power play goal at 10:27 of the 2nd period to take what appeared to be a solid 1-0 lead.  More to come later...

 

Big Weekend for Bulldogs to Start 2006...

 

An avid Alliance fan will find an opportunity to see plenty of action this weekend if so desired, as there will be four Bulldog games each on Saturday and Sunday at Valley Ranch, spaced apart so that you could watch the entirety of each game if you had the time. 

 

The Tier I teams will highlight the first weekend of action in 2006, as the Bantam AAA is hosting a 3-game series against the TPH Thunder, and the Midget Minor AAA is finally playing a much anticipated exhibition match against their rink rival Dallas Ice Jets.

 

On Saturday, you will have your choice of the Bantam AAA-TPH Game #1 at 11:00, followed by the Midget Major AA-Austin league tilt at 1:15, another Bantam AAA-TPH game at 4:30, and the day will be wrapped up with the Midget Minor AA facing DJHA at 6:30pm.

 

The day starts early on Sunday, when the Squirt A faces the Houston Aeros South at 7:30am, followed by the PeeWee AA2 match against the Lone Star Wolves at 9:00am.  The Bantam AAA will wrap up their series against TPH at 10:30am, and then after a good lunch and a little NFL Playoff action, the finale of the weekend will be with the 11th Ranked Alliance Midget Minor AAA facing off with the 22nd ranked Ice Jets at 3:15pm.

 

 

                                                                         Friday, January 6, 2006                                                                                      

 

Alliance Adds New Coach & PeeWee AAA for 2006-2007…

 

Alliance is pleased to have Steve LaMere join our staff and organization for the 2006-2007 season as Head Coach of our new PeeWee AAA team.  This will be our first AAA team at the U12 level, and they will become the 3rd Tier I AAA team in the Alliance organization, joining the Bantam AAA and Midget Minor AAA teams. 

 

Steve brings a wealth of hockey playing and coaching experience with him from the Highland Park Jr. Scots organization, where he was most recently their Director of Coaches, and Head Coach of their Bantam Blue team for the 2005-2006 season. 

Alliance looks forward to experiencing Steve's dedication, accountability, and work ethic.  His commitment to success, along with a great deal of passion and emotion, creates excitement and enthusiasm among those players and coaches around him. 

For more information about Steve, click HERE...

 

 

                                                                       Thursday, January 5, 2006                                                                                   

 

Dallas Cup U16AAA Match-ups Posted...

 

The game schedule and match-ups for the U16AAA Division of the Dallas Cup 2006 Tournament have been posted, and to see the schedule, click HERE...

 

 

                                                                    Thursday, December 29, 2005                                                                                

 

Alliance Run Ends in Conference Semi-Finals...

 

Bantam AAA:  Syracuse Stars - 5, Alliance – 2:   The Alliance 4-game winning streak came to an abrupt end late Thursday night in Toronto, as they fell to the Syracuse Stars in the Conference Semi-Finals of the Toronto Marlboro Holiday Classic.   The Bulldogs faired very well in the tournament, as they advanced to the final eight in a field of fifty (50) of the best Bantam AAA teams from the U.S. and Canada. 

 

The Stars advanced to the tournament Semi-Finals, where they fell to the Brampton Battalion.  The Bulldogs return home with a solid 20-8-2 record for the season, and will see their next action next weekend in a 3-game series against the TPH Thunder in Valley Ranch.

 

Bulldogs Stun Hosts in Overtime, Advance to Conference Semis...

 

Bantam AAA:  Alliance – 3, Toronto Marlies - 2:   The Bulldogs came in as heavy underdogs, but walked out with a stunning overtime win over the Host Toronto Marlboros Thursday afternoon, and as a result, advance to the George Legge Conference Semi-Finals of the Toronto Marlboro Holiday Classic.   Read more HERE...

 

 

Alliance Wins 3rd Straight, Advances in International Holiday Classic...

 

Bantam AAA:  Alliance – 4, Brantford - 3:   The Alliance Bulldogs won their 3rd straight game on Thursday morning against the Brantford 99er's, and in the process earned the right to advance out of the field of fifty (50) Bantam Major teams to the George Legge Conference Quarter-Finals of the Toronto Marlboro Holiday Classic.  Thursday afternoon, the Bulldogs will face the always tough Host Toronto Marlboros, winners of all four of their games by a combined score of 19 to 3, including two shutouts.

 

 

                                                                 Wednesday, December 28, 2005                                                                              

 

Bulldogs get 2nd Win in Toronto...

 

Bantam AAA:  Alliance – 4, Ajax/Pickering - 2:   Alliance played another strong game and got their second win, this time over the Ajax/Pickering Raiders in Game 3 of the Toronto Marlboro Holiday Classic on Wednesday.  The Bulldogs will now have a chance to advance to the conference quarter-finals with a win over the Brantford 99er's on Thursday morning.

 

 

                                                                    Tuesday, December 27, 2005                                                                                

 

Bantam AAA Splits First 2 in Toronto...

 

Bantam AAA:  Alliance – 5, Sudbury - 0:   The Bulldogs came back from their first game loss with a solid shutout win over the Sudbury Wolves in Game 2 of the Toronto Marlboro Holiday Classic on Tuesday night.  More on this game to come as the information is received.

 

Bantam AAA:  Mississauga - 2, Alliance – 1:   Alliance took an early 1-0 lead, but was unable to hang on and dropped their opening game of the Toronto Marlboro Holiday Classic in a close one against the Mississauga Rebels on Tuesday morning.  More on this game to come as the information is received.

 

 

                                                                    Saturday, December 23, 2005                                                                                

 

Final Christmas Mini-Camp Notes...

 

The Alliance Christmas Mini-Camp has been finalized, and there will be 2 sessions.  All Squirt and PeeWee players will skate in Session #1 at 10:30-12:00 noon.   All Bantam and Midget players will participate in Session #2 with the Alliance Midget Minor AAA team during its practice from 12:30-2:00pm. 

 

Dallas Cup Schedules, U16AA Match-ups Posted...

 

The game schedules of the Dallas Cup 2006 Tournament have been posted, and the U16AA Division team match-ups are posted to the schedule as well.  The U16AAA team match-ups will be posted as soon as they are determined.

 

 

                                                                     Sunday, December 18, 2005                                                                                  

 

Bantam AAA Beats Houston Wild AA...

 

Bantam AAA:  Alliance – 7, Houston Wild AA - 1:   The Bulldogs continued their offensive pace from the day before, jumping out to a 5-0 lead after 2 periods of play and went on to beat the NTXHL league leading Houston Wild Bantam AA  in an exhibition match Sunday morning at Valley Ranch.  The Wild is a very good team, coming in with 13-0-1 league mark, but Alliance came to play early, taking a 2-0 lead in the 1st period.   Read more HERE...

 

 

                                                                   Saturday, December 17, 2005                                                                                 

 

Bantam AA Goes into Christmas Break with 3 Straight Wins…  

 

Bantam AA:  Alliance – 9, Tulsa – 2:  The Bulldogs finished off a perfect week with a convincing win over the Tulsa Flames, going 3-0 in NTXHL games and improving their league mark to 10-5-0. The Bulldogs showed that they came to play on Saturday night at Valley Ranch by scoring only 27 seconds into the game for a very early 1-0 lead.   Read more HERE...

 

Bulldogs Win 6th Straight...

 

Bantam AAA:  Alliance – 8, Stars U16AA - 0:   In another exhibition against an older team at home, the Bulldogs once again used their quickness, speed, and puck movement to beat the Dallas Jr. Stars Midget Minor AA for the second time in a month Saturday afternoon at Valley Ranch.  The Stars were more prepared for the younger Bulldogs this time, but were playing without a couple of their players that they could have used.   Read more HERE...

 

 

                                                                  Wednesday, December 14, 2005                                                                              

 

We are back and will begin updating the Alliance web site again.  We apologize for no updates the last 2 weeks, but we will begin in the next few days posting all past scores and game stories, as well as other items.  The first items to be posted are the upcoming Christmas Mini-Camp indicated below, and an update on the Dallas Cup.  The National Rankings have been updated as well...

 

PeeWee AA1 Drops DJHA in NTXHL Tilt…  

 

PeeWee AA1: Alliance - 6, DJHA ’94 - 1:  The Bulldogs dominate DJHA '94 AA in their first NTXHL meeting of the year, in which the Bulldogs displayed strong play by all lines. The game seemed to be a mirror image of the game the Bulldogs played just 3 1/2 days earlier, but this time they came out on top in Valley Ranch on Wednesday night.  Read more HERE...

 

Bantam AA Takes 2^nd Straight, Beat DJHA ‘91…  

 

Bantam AA:  Alliance – 3, DJHA ‘91 - 2:  The weeknight league game has proven to be good medicine for these Bulldogs, as they took their 2^nd straight NTXHL game in as many nights with a win over the DJHA '91 AA Penguins in Valley Ranch on Wednesday night. 

 

After a scoreless 1st period, DJHA got on the board first with an even strength goal with 5:15 remaining in the 2nd period for a 1-0 lead.  However, the Bulldogs didn't quit, and tied the game at 1-1 with 10:04 remaining in the 3rd.   With one of their captains in the lockerroom trying to close a gash above his eye, the Dogs stepped up and took a 2-1 lead with 4:57 remaining in the game, and then scored again with :47 remaining to go up 3-1.   DJHA would get a goal as time expired for the final of 3-2.

 

Dallas Cup - U16AAA Teams Announced...

 

The teams have been selected and announced for the U16AAA Division of the Dallas Cup 2006 Tournament, and the division has expanded from eight teams last year to ten (10) teams this year.  This year's field is looking to be one of the most competitive, as seven of the ten are currently ranked in the National Top 25.   For this year's Midget Minor AAA lineup, click HERE...

 

Bulldogs Announce Christmas Mini-Camp...

 

Most Bulldog teams are off during the Christmas holidays, and Alliance is offering an opportunity for those players to keep their skills in fine tune with a 3-day Mini-Camp December 27th-29th at Valley Ranch.

 

It will be a chance to build team and association bonds while working on skills and development.  Many players have already responded to email inquiries, but there is still time to let us know you want to participate.   One session will be from 10:30-12:00 noon, and if necessary, a second session will be added at 12:30pm.

 

The camp will be run by Alliance Coaches, and  some of Alliance’s nationally ranked Bantam and Midget players will work along side the coaches, giving the younger players personal exposure to the talented athletes.

 

The cost of the 3 days of high quality training is only $100 per player.  Interested Alliance Bulldogs are invited to apply here for a spot in the camp.

 

 

                                                                     Tuesday, December 13, 2005                                                                                 

 

Bantam AA Takes Stars, Back in NTXHL Win Column…  

 

Bantam AA:  Alliance – 3, Jr. Stars – 1:  After dropping their last NTXHL game for their first league loss in almost a month, the Bulldogs were ready to get back to their winning ways.  Alliance did just that on Tuesday night, as they took the Stars Major AA in Valley Ranch, utilizing the short-handed goal and coming from behind after an early Stars lead.

 

The Stars got on the scoreboard first, on an even strength goal for a 1-0 lead only 4 minutes into the game. The Dogs tied it at the 7:24 mark of the 1^st, when a Bulldog forward stole the puck in the neutral zone and raced untouched to the net where he finished it off with the goal to make it 1-1.   In the 2nd period, the Bulldogs unleashed their vicious penalty kill, and scored two short handed goals within 33 seconds of each other to go up 3-1. Both teams had power play opportunities in the 3^rd, as 11 penalties were called, but neither team could find the net and the game ended up at 3-1 in favor of the good guys. 

 

                                                                      Sunday, December 11, 2005                                                                                  

 

PeeWee AA1 Falls to Hitmen NTXHL Tilt…  

 

PeeWee AA1:  Alliance 2, Houston Hitmen 7:  The Houston Hitmen came to avenge their loss against the Bulldogs (from October) and they did so with a vengeance. They were clearly on their game and knocked the Dawgs off theirs with a convincing NTXHL win Sunday morning at Valley Ranch.  Read more HERE...

 

Alliance Sweeps 3 in Atlanta...

 

Bantam AAA:  The Bantam AAA team made a trip to Atlanta, Georgia this weekend for an exhibition series against the TPH Thunder, a team they had tied 2-2 at the Little Caesar's Hockeytown Invitational in Detroit over the Thanksgiving Holidays.  The Bulldogs got their money's worth and continued their strong play coming out of Detroit, and swept the Thunder 3 straight by scores of 5-1 and 2-1 on Saturday, followed up with a 4-3 win on Sunday.

 

The Thunder is comprised of players from the southeast area of the country, including Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama, Kentucky, and Louisiana.  They play and practice in Nashville, Huntsville, and Atlanta, and represented the Southeast District at the USA Hockey Tier I U14 Nationals last year. 

 

 

                                                                     Saturday, December 10, 2005                                                                                

 

Squirt A Back in NTXHL Win Column…

 

Squirt A:  Alliance – 5, DJHA ‘96 - 3:  After winning 6 consecutive NTXHL games, the Bulldogs did not like the taste of kissing your sister in their last league tilt, so they came out in this one determined to get back on the winning side of the scoreboard.  DJHA ’96 made them earn it, though, as the Bulldogs fought from behind 3 times before taking their first and only lead late in the game when it counted most.  Read more HERE...

 

Midget Minor AA Takes 1^st League Loss…  

 

Midget Minor AA:  DJHA AA - 3, Alliance – 1:  After barely escaping from their last league game with a 1-goal win, the Bulldogs lost their first NTXHL game of the season on Saturday night to the DJHA Penguins in Plano by a score of 3-1, the last goal being an empty netter.  The loss puts a blemish on the Bulldogs’ league mark, which now stands at a still impressive 12-1-0, while their record for the season overall is at 22-3-0.  The next game is Wednesday evening against the Ice Jets ‘90AAA, then no games until after Christmas.

 

 

                                                                     Sunday, December 4, 2005                                                                                     

 

Squirt A Battle Catahoulas to a Tie…

 

Squirt A:  Alliance – 2, Lafayette - 2:  The Bulldogs came into the 3^rd and final game of the weekend with a six-game league winning streak, and were hoping to end the NTXHL trip to Houston with win number 7.  The boys from Louisiana had other ideas, and became the first Bulldog opponent to come away with a point in the standings for the first time against Alliance in over 6 weeks.  Read more HERE...

 

Midget Minor AA Returns to NTXHL Play with a Win…  

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance – 5, Houston Wild - 4:  In their 2nd NTXHL meeting of the season, the Bulldogs held on to defeat the Houston Wild by a score of 5-4 early Sunday morning at Valley Ranch.  Alliance won the first meeting by a score of 3-1, and appeared to be headed to another solid win by racing out to a big lead, only to have the Wild mount a comeback.  In a fast paced game that included excellent scoring opportunities by both teams, the first period ended locked at 1-1.  Read more HERE...

 

 

                                                                    Saturday, December 3, 2005                                                                                   

 

Squirt A Sweeps 2 in Houston NTXHL Action…

 

Squirt A:  Alliance – 3, Houston Hitmen - 2:  Game Two on Saturday was against the Houston Hitmen that began with the Bulldogs out-shooting the Hitmen 13-3 yet the first period ended tied at 0-0.  The second period was dominated by Alliance with 2 goals.  The first goal was on the opening draw breakaway, shot, rebound and top shelf goal at 12:51 to open the scoring at 1-0.  The second goal was at 8:47 with 2 passes behind the net and a one timer in the low slot to make it 2-0 Alliance.   Read more HERE...

 

Squirt A:  Alliance – 3, Aeros South - 1:  NTXHL Game One in Houston on Saturday featured a rematch with the Thanksgiving Stars Select Fall Roundup Tournament Champion Houston Aeros South team.  The game opened with a quick goal by the Aeros at 12:12 of the first with their first shot of the game to take an early 1-0 lead.  That goal ignited the Bulldogs, who scored at 1:13 with a great play by the left wing who skated in and shot from the left low face off, then got his own rebound and lifted it into the back of the net to end the period at 1-1.  Read more HERE...

 

PeeWee AA1 Battles Stars to Tie…  

 

PeeWee AA1:  Alliance 3, Dallas Stars Selects 3:  Always physical, these two teams just don’t like each other much, and in their second NTXHL meeting, the Bulldogs went toe-to-toe with the Dallas Stars Select in a game that saw a lot of hitting and penalties on both teams.  Read more HERE...

 

 

                                                                      Sunday, November 27, 2005                                                                                  

 

Bulldogs Fall in Semi-Finals of Fall Roundup...

 

Squirt A:  Austin - 2, Alliance - 1:   The Bulldogs out shot the Austin Roadrunners 15-3 in the first, 11-3 in the second, and 10-4 in the third for a 36-10 shot advantage...but only squeaked one goal past the Mini-Turco stellar net minder for the Roadrunners in this Semi-Final game of the Stars Select Fall Roundup on Sunday morning in Valley Ranch.  Read more HERE...

 

Squirt AA Wins Shootout in Fall Roundup...

 

Squirt AA:  Alliance - 6, Stars - 5 (SO):   In a back and forth battle to a 5-5 tie in regulation, the Bulldogs won their final game of the Stars Select Fall Roundup, beating the Stars Select Major in a sudden death shootout on Sunday morning at Valley Ranch.  After the first shooter from each team scored on their attempt, the second shooter for the Stars was stopped by the Alliance goalie while the second Bulldog won it for Alliance.  

 

Bantam AAA Goes 2-1-1 in Detroit...

 

Bantam AAA:  The Bantam AAA team headed north for the Thanksgiving holiday, and came away with a very respectable 2-1-1 record at the Little Caesar's Hockeytown Invitational in Detroit, Michigan.  The tournament started with a very tough opponent, as the Bulldogs fell by a score of 7-1 to the #2 ranked team in the country, Belle Tire.   Alliance then came back with a better effort with a 2-2 tie against the TPH Thunder, followed by their most impressive game - a nice 5-2 win over #12 ranked Chicago Mission.  The Mission had swept 2 games from the Bulldogs a month ago during an exhibition series in Chicago.  The weekend was topped off with a solid 6-1 victory over the Southern Florida Golden Wolves.

 

Midget Minor AA Stunned by LA in Mile High Final…  

 

Midget Minor AA:  LA Jr. Kings - 5, Alliance – 3:  The LA Jr Kings Midget Minor AA team won the 34th Annual Mile High Thanksgiving Holiday Tournament championship by stunning Alliance in the final in Littleton, Colorado on Sunday afternoon.  The Bulldogs had come into the championship game having swept through pool play and the playoffs with a 6-0 record and out-scoring opponents by a 30 to 9 margin.  Read more HERE...

 

Minor AA Shuts Out Littleton, Advances to Championship Game...

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance – 7, Littleton - 0:   Alliance treated the Hosts very rudely Sunday morning, collecting their second straight dominating shutout win, and has advanced to the Championship of the 34th Annual Mile High Thanksgiving Holiday Tournament in Littleton, Colorado.   The Bulldogs scored early in building a big lead, and shut down the Hawks that had played them to a 5-3 score in a preliminary round game.  In the Final, Alliance will face the LA Jr. Kings, overtime winners over the Arapahoe Warriors in the other Semi-Final game.

 

 

                                                                   Saturday, November 26, 2005                                                                                  

 

Bulldogs in Semi-Finals of Fall Roundup...

 

Squirt A:  Alliance 4, DJHA Minor '96 - 2:   The Bulldogs knew coming into the game they had to win by 2 or more to earn a Semi-Final berth of the Stars Select Fall Roundup, and made everyone wait until only 3:33 remained in the final frame before getting the 2-goal lead they needed.   Read more HERE...

 

 

Alliance Splits 2 in Fall Roundup...

 

Squirt AA:  Ice Jets '95 AAA - 6, Alliance - 2:   Alliance dropped their second game on Saturday in the Stars Select Fall Roundup, falling to the Ice Jets '95 AAA in Game 3 at Valley Ranch.  The Bulldogs will have to come back strong Sunday morning against the Stars Select Major to have any chance of advancing.

 

Squirt AA:  Alliance - 7, Oklahoma City - 1:   The Bulldogs got their first win of the Stars Select Fall Roundup, jumping all over the Blazers from north of the border on Saturday morning at Valley Ranch.   Alliance will have a major test later, when they face the Ice Jets '95 AAA in Game 3 at noon.

 

PeeWees Fall Late at Mile High...

 

PeeWee AA1:  Arvada - 3, Alliance - 2:  Penalties at the end of the game were again the undoing for the Bulldogs, as they gave up 2 late goals, one on the power play, as they dropped their final game of the 34th Annual Mile High Thanksgiving Holiday Tournament to Arvada on Saturday in Littleton, Colorado.  After the Bulldogs took a 1-0 lead in the 1st period and increased it to 2-0 early in the final frame, Arvada scored 3 goals in the 3rd, the first a short-hander at the 6:00 mark.  They then followed with the man advantage tally at 2:56 to tie it up at 2-2, then the game winner only 9 seconds later after the ensuing face-off. 

 

Bantams Split Final 2 at Mile High...

 

Bantam AA:  NCYH - 3, Alliance - 2:  In a penalty-filled contest with enormous amounts of energy, the Bulldogs fall in their final game of the 34th Annual Mile High Thanksgiving Holiday Tournament on Saturday in Littleton, Colorado.  The game was close and highly contested, and ended a tough tournament for the Bulldogs in which they saw some very stiff competition, and as a result, hope to step their game up a notch on the return to Dallas.

 

Bantam AA:  Alliance - 2, Front Range - 0:  The Bulldogs played good defense and got excellent goal-tending, and took a shutout win over the Front Range Panthers of Denver in the 34th Annual Mile High Thanksgiving Holiday Tournament on Saturday in Littleton, Colorado.  

 

Minor AA Goes to 5 and 0 in Littleton, Gains Semi-Finals...

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance – 6, Alaska - 0:   Alliance finished their preliminary pool play undefeated with a strong shutout win over Alaska, and has advanced to the Semi-Finals of the 34th Annual Mile High Thanksgiving Holiday Tournament in Littleton, Colorado.  The Bulldogs completely controlled the game from the start, building a big lead early and coasting to a #1 Seed heading into elimination play on Sunday morning against an opponent yet to be determined.

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance – 3, Arapahoe - 2:   In another really close game against the Arapahoe Warriors, the Bulldogs came out on top in the 34th Annual Mile High Thanksgiving Holiday Tournament in Littleton, Colorado.   Last time these two teams met was in the Semi-Finals of the 2005 Rocky Mountain District Championships, when Alliance came out on top as well in a thrilling 2-1 double overtime victory.  Not as much was at stake this time, but the intensity was still there.

 

Minor AAA Bows Out in EHK Semi-Finals in 2OT...

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Russell Stover - 4, Alliance – 3 (2 OT):  Alliance was once again unable to hold the lead, this time a 3-1 margin, and as a result, they were eliminated by a 3 on 2 power play goal in the 2nd overtime in the Semi-Finals of the EHK Challenge Cup by the Russell Stover Stars in Frisco on Saturday afternoon.  Turnovers and poor coverage in front of the net was the downfall on the comeback, as the Stars recovered from the early deficit to advance to the Championship game against the LA Jr. Kings, winners over the Alaska All-Stars in the other Semi-Final game.

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Alaska - 3, Alliance – 1:  Alliance struck first, but was unable to hold the lead, as they were handed their first loss in the EHK Challenge Cup by the Alaska All-Stars Saturday morning in Plano.  The Bulldogs will still advance as the #2 Seed to the Semi-Finals Saturday afternoon, when they will face the Russell Stover Stars.  Alaska advances as the #1 Seed with a 4-0 record, and will face the LA Jr. Kings.

 

 

                                                                      Friday, November 25, 2005                                                                                  

 

Squirt A Rebounds in Fall Roundup…

 

Squirt A:  Alliance – 8, Jr. Scots - 0:  The Bulldogs scored 3 goals in less than a minute in the middle of the first period, and then never looked back, rebounding from their opening tournament loss with a convincing shutout win over the Highland Park Jr. Scots in Game 2 of the Stars Select Fall Roundup on Friday in Valley Ranch.   Read more HERE...

 

Squirt A Drops Fall Roundup Opener…

 

Squirt A:  Aeros South 3, Alliance – 0:  The man advantage was certainly important on Friday, but not in the traditional way, as the Bulldogs surrendered 2 short-handed goals in route to a shutout loss to the Houston Aeros South in the opening game of the Stars Select Fall Roundup in Valley Ranch.   Alliance played the Aeros close, with the shots being tight at 17 to 14 Houston, but were unable to not only take advantage of their power play opportunities, they were undone by them.  Read more HERE...

 

 

Dogs Fall in Game 1 of Fall Roundup...

 

Squirt AA:  DJHA Major '95 - 4, Alliance - 3:   The Bulldogs had too much turkey yesterday and did not appear to appreciate the early start very much, and the result was an opening round loss to the DJHA Major '95 in Game 1 of the Stars Select Fall Roundup Friday morning at Valley Ranch.  Alliance had gone 1-1-1 against the Penguins in their 3 previous meetings this season, including a 0-0 tie last Sunday.  The Bulldogs will try the early morning thing again on Saturday, when they give it a go against Oklahoma City in Game 2 in Valley Ranch.

 

Alliance Surprises  1 Host, then Falls to Nat'l Champs at Mile High...

 

PeeWee AA1:  Littleton PWAA1 - 9, Alliance - 0:  Alliance got a taste of the top Littleton team late Friday, and the defending U12 Tier II National Champion Littleton Hawks PWAA2 was more than the Bulldogs could handle at the 34th Annual Mile High Thanksgiving Holiday Tournament in Littleton, Colorado.  The Bulldogs had a great first period, holding the Hawks scoreless, with an outstanding performance by the Alliance net-minder.  Littleton finally began to find paydirt in the second period, when they put the game away with six tallies to take a 6-0 lead in to the final frame.

 

PeeWee AA1:  Alliance – 4, Littleton PWAA2 - 2:  The Bulldogs got an outstanding performance from their goaltender and upset the Host Littleton Hawks PWAA2 team this morning at the 34th Annual Mile High Thanksgiving Holiday Tournament in Littleton, Colorado.  Although being out-shot 38 to 15 in the game, the Bulldogs were able to make the most of their opportunities while their net-minder continued to hold the Hawks at bay on the defensive end.  Read more HERE...

 

Bantam AA Falls to Littleton...

 

Bantam AA:  Littleton - 5, Alliance – 1:   Alliance's stiff competition in Colorado continued to hold the Bulldogs at bay, as the Bantams fall to the Host Littleton Hawks in Game 3 of the 34th Annual Mile High Thanksgiving Holiday Tournament in Littleton, Colorado late Friday night.  The Bulldogs will try again on Saturday morning, when they face the Front Range Panthers of Denver.

 

Minor AA Goes to 3 and 0 in Littleton...

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance – 5, NCYH - 3:   The Bulldogs found a team that gave them all they wanted, as the Grizzlies took Alliance deep into the 3rd period before finally falling in Game 3 of the 34th Annual Mile High Thanksgiving Holiday Tournament in Littleton, Colorado late Friday night.  The game-winner came with only 8:40 remaining, and the outcome was not sealed until the Bulldogs put home an empty-netter with 43 seconds left.  More on this game later....

 

Bulldogs Strike Late for 1st EHK Win, Coast in Game 3...

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Alliance – 9, Ohio Jr. Blue Jackets - 0:  Alliance scored early and often, dominating the Ohio Jr. Blue Jackets to coast to their second straight shutout win in the EHK Challenge Cup Friday in Plano.  The Bulldogs scored 3 in the first, 4 in the second, and 2 in the final frame while out-shooting the Jackets by a 39 to 8 margin, setting up a game to determine the #1 Seed going into the playoffs with the Alaska All-Stars on Saturday morning.

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Alliance – 3, LA Jr. Kings - 0:  Alliance broke open a scoreless game about halfway into the final period, and rode good defense and goaltending to a nice shutout win over the LA Jr. Kings in the EHK Challenge Cup Friday morning in Plano.  After several chances to take an early lead in the 1st period slipped through the Bulldogs' fingers, they avoided falling behind by stopping the Kings early in the 2nd when they threatened.  Read more HERE...

 

 

                                                                    Thursday, November 24, 2005                                                                                

 

Alliance Teams Celebrate Thanksgiving at Mile High...

 

Four Bulldog teams each played 2 games on turkey day in the 34th Annual Mile High Thanksgiving Holiday Tournament in Littleton, Colorado.  The PeeWee AA1 dropped both games to teams from the San Jose Jr. Sharks organization, and the Bantam AA also had a tough going as well,  falling twice also.  The Midget Major AA split, winning game 1 against Wyoming, but dropping the night-cap to the LA Jr. Kings.  The Midget Minor AA won both of their games, see summaries below.

 

Bantam AA Drops First 2 in Littleton…  

 

Bantam AA:  Arapahoe - 7, Alliance – 1:   In their 2nd game at the 34th Annual Mile High Thanksgiving Holiday Tournament, the Dogs got a taste of AA hockey Colorado style as the Arapahoe Warriors scored 18 seconds into the game, and then scored 3 goals in each of the first two periods as they beat the Dogs 7-1.  Alliance will attempt to come back to the win column on Friday, with a game against the host Littleton Hawks.

 

Bantam AA:  Calif Gold Rush – 6, Alliance – 3:   In their first game at the 34th Annual Mile High Thanksgiving Holiday Tournament, the Bulldogs were not up to the challenge from the Gold Rush.  The Gold Rush took a 2-1 lead after the first period.  In the 2nd period, an Alliance forward picked up a loose puck and roofed one over the Gold Rush goalie to tie the game at 2-2. However, the Gold Rush came right back with three goals in the next 4:19 to go up 5-2 and cruised to a 6-3 win.

 

Bulldogs Beat Mile High Hosts Littleton...

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance – 5, Littleton - 3:   The Bulldogs Midget Minor AA won it's second game of the day against the host team Littleton Hawks by a score of 5-3 in the 34th Annual Mile High Thanksgiving Holiday Tournament.  Alliance opened the scoring at 11:46 of the 1st period on a power play goal.  However, a persistent Littleton team answered with an even strength goal at 3:04 to tie the score and the period ended 1-1.  Read more HERE...

 

Midget Minor AA Opens with a Win in Mile High Tourney...

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance – 4, Calif. Wave - 1:  The Bulldogs Minor Midget AA team won it's first game of the longstanding 34th Annual Mile High Thanksgiving Holiday Tournament against The California Wave by a score of 4-1.  Alliance started the game with a lot of intensity and kept pressure in the Wave zone for much of the first period but only outshot the Wave by 8 to 6.  Alliance broke open the scoring with a breakaway shorthanded goal at 7:03 in the first and led by 1-0 after one period.  Read more HERE...

 

Minor AAA Ties T'Birds in Final Minute...

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Alliance – 2, Colo. T'Birds '90 - 2:  The Bulldogs scrambled late and came up with the game tying goal with only 46 seconds remaining and an empty net in their own end for a 2-2 tie against the Colorado Thunderbirds '90 in the EHK Challenge Cup Thursday in Plano.  After taking a 1-0 lead early in the 1st frame, the Bulldogs spent plenty of time in the penalty box, allowing the T'Birds to take a 2-1 lead after 2 periods on the strength of 2 power play goals, one of the 5 on 3 variety.  The Bulldogs will try to get in the win column with 2 more games on Friday, first against the LA Jr. Kings, followed up by the Ohio Jr. Bluejackets.

 

 

                                                                      Sunday, November 20, 2005                                                                                 

 

Bantam AA Wins 2^nd Straight League Game…  

 

Bantam AA:  Alliance – 7, DJHA ’91 AA - 3:   "Who Let's the Dogs Out" was heard in Plano this morning, as the Bulldogs showed up ready to play in this NTXHL tilt, as they jumped on DJHA '91 AA for three power plays goals within 2:00 minute span in the middle of the 1st period.  However, DJHA fought back with a goal of their own to close the Bulldog lead to 3-1 at the end of the first period.   Read more HERE...

 

Bantam AAA - Ice Jets '90 AAA Exhibition Canceled...

 

The exhibition game set for tonight at Valley Ranch between the Alliance Bantam AAA and the Ice Jets Midget Minor '90 AAA has been canceled by the Ice Jets due to injuries on their team.  We apologize for the late notice.

 

Pictures Posted of Midget Minor AAA - DJHA Major AAA Exhibition..

 

Pictures taken during the Alliance Midget Minor AAA - DJHA Major AAA exhibition game have been posted HERE...

 

                                                                      Saturday, November 19, 2005                                                                               

 

Battle of the Dogs goes to Alliance...

 

Squirt A:  Alliance – 10, Lafayette - 1:   THE BATTLE OF THE TWO DOGS WAS WON BY THE BIG DOG...ALLIANCE BULLDOGS.  The Bulldogs played the Lafayette Cajun Catahoulas in Game 9 of NTXHL action.  According to Lafayette parents...the Catahoula is the State Dog of Louisiana and resembles a short haired Australian Shepherd with blue eyes.  The Catahoulas were no match for the Bulldogs today, as Alliance out-shot them 36-11 for the game and held them to 3 shots after the first period.  The Alliance Bulldogs win 10-1 to extend their winning streak to 9 and give them a NTXHL record of 7-2 for 14 points.  Read more HERE...

 

Bulldogs Step up Big...

 

Bantam AAA:  Alliance – 13, Stars U16AA - 1:   Although younger and smaller, the Bulldogs used their quickness, speed, and puck movement to overwhelm the Dallas Jr. Stars Midget Minor AA in this exhibition match at Farmers Branch Saturday night.   After falling behind 1-0 at the 10:24 mark of the first period, Alliance scored on 5 consecutive shots, and went on to open up a 9-1 lead after one period of play to cruise home with an impressive win.  Read more HERE...

 

Another Win for Midget Minor AA...

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance – 6, DMHA - 0:  The Bulldogs continued their winning ways, notching their 10th straight win in dominating fashion over the DMHA Titans in NTXHL action Saturday afternoon at Addison Square Garden.  The game was not as close as the score would indicate, with the Bulldogs outshooting the Titans by a 44 to 3 margin.  The DMHA goalie kept it close early, as the 1st period was scoreless despite the Alliance attack.  The Bulldogs would get all they would need in the 2nd period, scoring 3 times, and kept DMHA off the shot clock the final 2 frames.  Alliance is now 11-0-0 in league play, and 15-1-0 overall for the season.

 

Minor AAA Holds off Late DJHA Flurry...

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Alliance U16AAA – 3, DJHA U18AAA - 2:  The younger Bulldogs built a 3-1 lead after 2 periods of play, and held off a late six-man attack by the DJHA Midget Major AAA to take home the win in their first action in Dallas this season on Saturday morning in Valley Ranch.  The game was evenly played throughout, but the Alliance took a 2-0 lead at the end of the 1st period on the strength of hard play in front of the Penguin goal and a nice 2 on 1 rush to the net.  Read more HERE...

 

 

                                                                        Friday, November 18, 2005                                                                                 

 

Tier I Teams Play at Home for 1st Time...

 

This weekend, the Alliance Tier I AAA teams will see some home action for the first time this season, as the Bantam AAA plays twice and the Midget Minor AAA plays once.  Both teams will playing against older teams in the next division up, when the Bantams will go against the Dallas Jr. Stars Midget Minor AA on Saturday at 7:30pm in Farmers Branch, and then play the Ice Jets Midget Minor '90 AAA on Sunday at 6:15pm in Valley Ranch.   The Bulldog Midget Minor AAA will face the DJHA Midget Major AAA on Saturday at 10:15am in Valley Ranch. 

 

Come out and see some really high level and intense Tier I action in Dallas this weekend.

 

                                                                       Sunday, November 13, 2005                                                                                

 

Squirt AA Shuts Out OKC...

 

Squirt AA:  Alliance - 7, Oklahoma City - 0:   Sunday found the Bulldogs facing the Blazers of Oklahoma City in a NTXHL game at Valley Ranch.  The Blazers were in town for three games and were eager to leave with a win, however, the Bulldogs had other plans.  In a game in which the Blazers parents said, "this is the best we have played," the Bulldogs still were dominant.  Read more HERE...

 

Minor AA Takes Close One Late...

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance - 2, LS Wolves - 1:  On Sunday afternoon, the Alliance Midget Minor AA’s visited the StarCenter in Grapevine Mills for the 3rd NTXHL tilt of the season against the LS Wolves.  Unlike the first two games where Alliance dominated both on the ice and on the scoreboard, the Wolves were obviously charged up for this game.  The 1st period was action packed with end to end play by both teams.  Read more HERE...

 

                                                                      Saturday, November 12, 2005                                                                               

 

League Leading Bulldogs Win Again...

 

Squirt A:  Alliance – 5, DJHA - 2:   The Squirt A undefeated streak extends to 8 Games in a 5-2 win over the DJHA Squirt A Team in Game 8 of the NTXHL Season.  Alliance is now 6 and 2 for the NTXHL season with a league leading 12 points, and 13 and 4 overall including tournament play.  Read more HERE...

 

Winning Goal Comes after Final Horn...

 

PeeWee AA2:  Alliance - 3, Texas`Aces - 3:  The Bulldogs PeeWee AA2 team had a blind date Saturday night with the Texas Aces at ITC in their first NTXHL meeting. The Bulldogs played their best complete game of the season in classic Texas hockey style, and barely missed taking home the win by a mere second.  Read more HERE...

 

Bantam AA Gets back in Win Column...

 

Bantam AA:  Bantam AA – 3, Tulsa – 2:  The Bulldogs got back in the win column Saturday afternoon, in their NTXHL game against the Tulsa Flames at Valley Ranch.  Alliance started the scoring with 4:05 remaining in the 1st as they scored shorthanded for a 1-0 lead. The Dogs would score again in the 1st with 1:24 remaining to go up 2-0.  Read more HERE...

 

Bulldogs Shoot Down Ice Jets...

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance - 6, Ice Jets '90 AAA - 4:  The Alliance Midget Minor AA team won it's 1st meeting of the season against the Ice Jets '90 AAA in a NTXHL game at Valley Ranch on Saturday afternoon.  The final score was 6-4 Alliance in a fast-paced game.  Alliance broke into the scoring first with an even strength goal early in the first period.  However, Jets returned the favor by scoring with 3:47 left in the 1st, and added another goal just 11 seconds later to take a 2-1 lead into the locker room.  Read more HERE...

 

 

                                                                         Friday, November 11, 2005                                                                                 

 

Busy Weekend for Alliance...

 

Seven of the nine Alliance teams will be in action this weekend, with six of the teams playing a total of 8 games on Saturday.  The Squirt A, PeeWee AA2, Bantam AA, and Midget Minor AA will be in NTXHL play in the DFW area, while the Midget Major AA will be in Houston for a NTXHL weekend series.  The Squirt AA will join the fray on Sunday, when they have a league game at Valley Ranch, and the Midget Minor AAA will be traveling to San Jose, CA for a 3-game set against a couple of west coast teams. 

 

 

                                                                         Tuesday, November 8, 2005                                                                                

 

Midget Minor AA Now Ranked #4 in Nation...

 

The Midget Minor AA team has moved up to the #4 Ranking, as determined by the National Hockey Rankings web site.  The only loss the Midget Minor AA team has suffered this season was at the hands of the #1 ranked Long Beach Ice Dogs. 

 

The 2005-2006 US U16 Midget AAA Hockey Rankings have the Alliance Midget Minor AAA ranked 10th in the nation, up one spot from the previous release.  

 

For the Top 20 Ranked teams in each division, click HERE...

 

 

                                                                           Sunday, November 6, 2005                                                                                

                                                                                                   

    

 

Bulldogs Fall in Close Silver Stick Championship Game...

 

Squirt AA:  Mid Fairfield - 2, Alliance - 1:   In another very close and defensive game against the Host Team Mid Fairfield Blues, the Bulldogs fell in the Championship game of the Silver Stick Regionals in Stamford, CT Sunday.   Just as they had in the final pool game, once again the two best teams in this tournament battled back and forth all day, with neither team giving in and neither team taking control.  All the goals would be scored in the 2nd period, and all within just over a 2 minute time frame.  Read more HERE...

 

PeeWee AA1 Ends NTXHL Weekend with a Win...

 

PeeWee AA1:  Alliance - 7, Lone Star Wolves - 2:   No one fed these two teams lunch before Sunday's NTXHL game at Polar Ice in Grapevine (noon), as both teams came out with a lot of bite.  The Dawgs came out hungry, adding a ton of pressure and shots, and the LS Wolves just came out hitting.  The game played out like that sport where there are rounds, and a bell signifying that each team is to take a break and come out hard again.  Read more HERE...

 

                                                                        Saturday, November 5, 2005                                                                                

 

Bulldogs Advance to Silver Stick Championship Game...

 

Squirt AA:  Alliance - 3, Wonderland Wizards - 1:   Alliance played good defense, got good goaltending, and scored timely goals to earn a nice win over the Wonderland Wizards in the Semi-Finals of the Silver Stick Regionals in Stamford, CT Saturday night.   The win earned the Bulldogs a re-match in the Championship game with the Mid Fairfield team they tied earlier Saturday.  Mid Fairfield comes into the Final with wins over the West Haven Major Tier I (6-0), S. Connecticut Stars Major (4-0), and the Darien Huskies in the Semi-Finals.   Read more HERE...

 

Squirt AA Earns Semi-Finals with a Tie...

 

Squirt AA:  Alliance - 1, Mid Fairfield - 1:   Facing the best team they have seen thus far, the Bulldogs responded with a good defensive effort in this game against the Mid Fairfield Blues to earn a berth into the Semi-Finals of the Silver Stick Regionals in Stamford, CT.   The Blues had come into the game with 6-0 and 4-0 shutout victories, with Alliance becoming the first team to find the back of the Mid Fairfield net during the tournament.  The Bulldogs will face the Wonderland Wizards of Bridgeport, CT in the Semi-Finals on Saturday night.

 

Squirt A Win Streak Hits 7...

 

Squirt A:  Alliance – 10, Jr. Scots - 1:   The Bulldogs extend their undefeated streak to 7 Games with this win over the Jr. Scots in Game 7 of the NTXHL Season.  Alliance is now 5-2-0 for the NTXHL season with 10 points, and 12-4-0 overall including tournament play.  Alliance opened the game focused and determined to score on the first rush...and they did...with a nice steal by the center and a pass to the left wing in the neutral zone for a breakaway goal at 12:35 of the first for an early 1-0 lead.  Read more HERE...

 

Bulldogs Earn Tie in Back & Forth NTXHL Tilt...

 

PeeWee AA1:  Alliance 3, Tulsa Flames 3:  The Bulldogs out shot the Tulsa Flames by a wide margin in this game, but penalties continued to plague the Bulldogs this weekend, and given how many they got against the Tulsa Flames Saturday night, they were lucky to walk away with a tie.   Both teams played evenly most of the first period, and in short spurts the Bulldogs did a great job of controlling the puck in the Flames zone and having nice opportunities to score.  Both teams got one penalty each, and both did a nice job killing them off. After one period, the game remained scoreless and shots were Bulldogs 8, Flames 5.  Read more HERE...

 

PeeWee AA1 Falls to Hawks Despite Late Rally...

 

PeeWee AA1:  Dallas Ice Hawks 3, Alliance 2: In their first meeting in NTXHL play, the Bulldogs faced a determined Dallas Ice Hawks team Saturday morning at Valley Ranch and despite a late third period rally, the Ice Hawks edged the Bulldogs with their hard work and goaltending.  Both teams played toe-to-toe with each other through out the period, having opportunities to score, but no team would answer.  Read more HERE...

 

PeeWee AA2 Drops Exhibition Game Late...

 

PeeWee AA2:  Dallas Stars - 9, Alliance - 2:  The Bulldogs were in non league play on Saturday against the Dallas Stars major in a game that was fast and physical as soon as the puck dropped.  The first 6 minutes caught the Stars by surprise that the pesky young Dogs could hang with the bigger and older Stars.  The Stars found themselves down a man, and the Dogs took advantage scoring a power play goal at 7:30 to take an early 1-0 lead.   Read more HERE...

 

Bulldogs Fall to Jr. Scots...

 

Bantam AA:  Jr Scots - 3, Bantam AA - 1:   The Bulldogs didn't bring their best when they showed up at ITC for their NTXHL game on Saturday. The HP Jr. Scots scored a power play goal only 1:17 into the game for a quick 1-0 lead.   That lead would hold until the Dogs scored shorthanded to tie the game at 1-1 with 12:09 remaining in the 3rd.   However, the Scots would take the lead again with 6:48 remaining in the game at 2-1, and followed that goal with another at 4:45 for the final of 3-1.   Next NTXHL game for the Bulldogs will be on Saturday November 12th against the Tulsa Flames at Valley Ranch.

 

Midget Minor AA Shuts Out DJHA in NTXHL Action...

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance - 5, DJHA - 0:  In a much anticipated NTXHL game Saturday at Valley Ranch, the Bulldogs and DJHA Penguins met for the first time this season.  The game lived up to its billing, as both teams hit the ice with charged with enthusiasm.  The tone of the day was established quickly with 13 of the game’s 43 total penalties called in the 1st period.  Action throughout the spirited game was intense with both teams delivering maximum effort and plenty of hits.  Read more HERE...

 

Majors Take Another NTXHL Win...

 

Midget Major AA:  Alliance - 4, Ice Hawks - 2:  In a NTXHL game Saturday in Valley Ranch, the Bulldogs defeated the Dallas Ice Hawks by a score of 4-2.  The win puts Alliance at 4-1-0 for the league, and their next action will be next weekend when they travel to Houston (Sugarland) for a NTXHL weekend series.  On Saturday, they will be facing the Houston Wild and the Austin Roadrunners, followed on Sunday by a game against DJHA.

 

                                                                          Friday, November 4, 2005                                                                                   

 

Bulldogs go to 2 and 0 in Connecticut...

 

Squirt AA:  Alliance - 7, West Haven - 3:   Alliance continued their offensive game, and although this time it was a little closer, they still got a good win over the West Haven Major Tier I in Stanford, CT in Game 2 of the Silver Stick Regionals.   It took all three periods of play for the Bulldogs to pull away, but they come away with a 2-0 record and good positioning to earn a Semi-Final berth on Saturday.  Read more HERE...

 

Squirt AA Coasts in Silver Stick Game 1...

 

Squirt AA:  Alliance - 9, S. Connecticut - 1:   The Bulldogs started strong and coasted to a win over the S. Connecticut Stars Major in Game 1 of the Silver Stick Regionals in Stanford, CT on Friday.   Alliance scored early in the game, in the middle, and in the end for a complete start to finish dominating win.  Read more HERE...

 

 

U16AA Division Added to Dallas Cup...

 

Based on requests we have received, we have now added a U16AA Division to the Dallas Cup 2006 Tournament.  If your team would be interested in playing in a U16AA Division, please send an email to Alliance Midget Minor AA Dave Fry at davefry29@yahoo.com, as we are now accepting U16AA applications. 

 

If your U14AAA team would be interested in playing in a U16AA Division, please send an email to Alliance Bantam AAA Coach Greg Vanover at gvan23@yahoo.com, as we will accept Bantam AAA teams into the U16AA Division.

 

The Alliance Bulldogs are pleased to invite teams to apply here for the U16AA Division of the Dallas Cup tournament.   For information on last year's 2005 Dallas Cup, click HERE...

 

                                                                       Tuesday, November 1, 2005                                                                                  

 

Updates on Games this Past Weekend Now Posted...

 

Game summaries and scores from this past weekend have been posted, and we apologize for the delay in getting this information on the web site.  Several team schedules have been updated, so check your team's schedule for updates.  Thanks for your interest in Alliance Hockey!

 

 

                                                                         Sunday, October 30, 2005                                                                                    

 

Squirt A Continues Strong with 6th Straight Win...

 

Squirt A:  Alliance – 5, LS Wolves Major - 2:   The Bulldogs continued their strong passing and unselfish play from their Championship of the Gateway City Tournament in NTXHL Game 6 against the Lone Star Wolves Major today with a 5-2 WIN.  Read more HERE...

 

Bulldogs Fall in Game 3 in Chicago...

 

Bantam  AAA:  Chicago Mission - 4, Alliance - 2:  The Bulldogs made the score certainly closer this time, but the final result was the same, as they drop Game 3 of the weekend to the Chicago Mission in Chicago on Sunday morning.  Facing the tough MAHL league leaders, the Bulldogs hung tough and again only trailed 1-0 at the end of one period.  Read more HERE... 

 

                                                                       Saturday, October 29, 2005                                                                                   

 

Squirt AA Back in the Win Column...

 

Squirt AA:  Alliance - 5, Stars Select - 2:   The Bulldogs got back into the win column, as they beat the Stars Select Major in a  NTXHL contest Saturday in Farmers Branch.   It was a good win to get the momentum back, as the Bulldogs are set to head up to to Stamford, CT for the Silver Sticks Regionals.   They will have two games on Friday, first against the S. Connecticut Stars Major, followed up by the West Haven Major Tier I.  Game 3 will be on Saturday against the Mid Fairfield Major, then playoffs starting Saturday night.

 

3 Game Winning Streak by PeeWee AA1 Halted...

 

PeeWee AA1:  Dallas Jr. Stars 6, Alliance 4:   In their first meeting in NTXHL action, the Bulldogs drop one to the Stars Select Saturday afternoon at Valley Ranch.  What was thought to be an evenly matched game turned out to be more one sided by the Junior Stars, as they out worked the Bulldogs to earn the win.   Read more HERE...

 

PeeWee AA2 Falls to Ice Hawks...

 

 

Bantam AA Takes Down Houston...

 

Bantam  AA:  Bantam AA - 5, Houston Hitmen - 2:  The Bulldogs started strong against the Houston Hitmen in this NTXHL contest at Valley Ranch Saturday afternoon, getting on the scoreboard first with an even strength goal at 5:40 of the 1st period to take an early 1-0 lead.  The Hitmen would later take advantage of the Bulldogs having too many men on the ice, as they scored a power play goal at 1:42 in the first to tie the game at 1-1.  Read more HERE... 

 

Bantam AAA Splits 2 in Chicago...

 

Bantam  AAA:  Chicago Mission - 7, Alliance - 1:  Alliance felt the effects of their travel and more definitely the play of the home team Chicago Mission, as they fell in Game 2 Saturday night in another MAHL match.  The Bulldogs kept it close for 2 periods, as they headed into the final frame only trailing 3-1, but the 3rd period was their undoing.  Read more HERE... 

 

Bantam  AAA: Alliance - 5, Chicago Chill - 4:  The Bulldogs started the 3-game weekend on a strong note, taking Game 1 in Chicago on Saturday against their Mid America Hockey League (MAHL) foe, the Chicago Chill.   After falling behind 1-0 at the end of one period, the Bulldogs were able to tie it up heading into the final frame where they would win it.  Read more HERE... 

 

                                                                          Friday, October 28, 2005                                                                                     

 

Midget Minor AAA Call-ups Play Well...

 

Two players from the Alliance Midget Minor AAA team were called up to play with the Dallas Stars Midget Major AAA in their weekend series with the Buffalo Saints, and represented Alliance well.  Forward Chase Grant earned his stripes by scoring the game winning goal in Friday's 3-2 win, and Defenseman Jordan Bonzo also played well in defending the lead.  Congratulations to Chase and Jordan.

 

                                                                        Tuesday, October 25, 2005                                                                                   

 

Alliance Team & Individual Photo Sessions Scheduled...

 

Indicated below is the schedule for the 2005-2006 Alliance Team Photo sessions.   Please have checks or cash, and players need to bring home jersey and socks for the pictures.   Please get there early to fill out paper work, so this runs smoothly.  Orders will only be taken the day of the photo shoot, and cash or checks only, no credit card orders - sorry.  The order form can be downloaded in PDF format HERE, or by clicking on the "Picture Order Form" button below.  Thanks for your cooperation.

 

 

Alliance Team Photo Schedule
Date	Day	Time	Team
25-Oct	Tuesday	5:45pm	Squirt AA
25-Oct	Tuesday	7:15pm	PeeWee AA2
26-Oct	Wednesday	4:00pm	Midget Minor AAA
26-Oct	Wednesday	5:45pm	Squirt A
26-Oct	Wednesday	6:15pm	Bantam AA
26-Oct	Wednesday	7:15pm	PeeWee AA1
26-Oct	Wednesday	9:15PM	Midget Minor AA
9-Nov	Wednesday	7:45pm	Bantam AAA
9-Nov	Wednesday	9:00pm	Midget Major AA

 

                                                                         Sunday, October 23, 2005                                                                                    

 

Squirt A Brings Home Championship Banner!!!

 

Squirt A:  Alliance - 4, Cincinnati Jr. Cyclones - 1:   The Bulldogs continued their undefeated ways, handing the Cincinnati Jr. Cyclones AA their first loss of the tournament, and brought home the Championship of the Gateway City Tournament in Fairview Heights, Illinois. 

 

Alliance swept through the tournament with a 5-0 record, scoring 35 goals while allowing only 6, and Bulldog goalie Sean Kuehn was selected as the tournament Most Valuable Player (MVP).  In the Final, Alliance jumped out to a 3-0 lead after 2 periods and skated away with their first banner of the season.  Read more HERE...

 

Alliance Rolls into Finals with Another Victory...

 

Squirt A:  Alliance - 5, Champaign-Urbana - 3:   The Bulldogs played their closest game yet, but still remained undefeated with their second win over the Champaign Urbana Chiefs AA, this time in the Semi-Finals of the Gateway City Tournament in Fairview Heights, Illinois.  The victory earns Alliance a spot in the Final against the Cincinnati Jr. Cyclones AA later on Sunday afternoon.  Read more HERE...

 

PeeWee AA2 Drops 2 in NTXHL Action ...

 

PeeWee AA2:  Tulsa - 4, Alliance AA2 - 3;   Ice Jets '93 AA - 6, Alliance AA2 - 0:   The Bulldogs had a hard day on Sunday at the Lone Star Wolves' NTXHL host weekend at Polar Ice in Grapevine Mills.  The Bulldogs dropped a real close one to the Tulsa Flames in their first game of the day, and bowed out to the Ice Jets '93 AA in the "night cap".  Alliance will try to regroup and get a win this next Saturday, when they will face the Dallas Ice Hawks in Euless.  Read more HERE...

 

Bulldogs Bow Out in Chicago Semis...

 

Bantam  AA:  Bantam AA – 1, Farmington Hills Flames – 6:   In this semi-final game of the Chicago Cup Fall Classic against the Farmington Hills Flames, the final score was not reflective of the game.   Farmington scored twice in the first period for a 2-0 lead after one period.   The Flames added another goal to go up 3-0, but the Bulldogs would get a goal of their own with 3:51 remaining in the second to close the Flames lead to 3-1.  Read more HERE...

 

Bulldogs Finish NTXHL Weekend 3 and 0...

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance - 8, Stars - 1:  Following their 1st penalty filled meeting of the season a few weeks ago, the Bulldogs and the Stars Select were fired up and ready to play in the final game of the NTXHL weekend in Sugarland.  The Bulldogs wasted no time and opened the scoring with an excellent shot from the left point at 12:26 of the 1st period for a 1-0 lead.  Both teams settled in while play went back and forth, including several scoring chances apiece.  Alliance, however, capitalized on a power play by scoring with only 5 seconds remaining in the 1st to go up 2-0.  Read more HERE...

 

                                                                       Saturday, October 22, 2005                                                                                  

 

Squirt A Sweeps to 3rd Straight Win, Earns Semi-Finals...

 

Squirt A:  Alliance - 11, S. Illinois - 1:   The Bulldogs picked up right where they left off in their earlier Saturday game, and cruised past the Southern Illinois Ice Hawks and into the Semi-Finals of the Gateway City Tournament in Fairview Heights, Illinois.   Displaying again dominating defense, the Bulldogs continued to deny scoring chances and shots, extending their streak of allowing NO shots on goal until 7:47 remained in the 2nd period, giving them almost a complete game of no shots allowed going back into the previous game.

Read more HERE...

 

Squirt AA Drops NTXHL Game...

 

Squirt AA:  Ice Jets '95 AAA - 5, Alliance - 3:   The Bulldogs' 5 game winning streak came to an end Saturday, as they fell to the Ice Jets '95 AAA in a  NTXHL contest at Valley Ranch.   It was the same result as the last time they faced this Jets team, and Alliance remains in 2nd Place of the Squirt A1 Division of the NTXHL.  More on this game as it is received...

 

Another Nail Biting Win for the PeeWee AA1...

 

PeeWee AA1:  Alliance - 4, Texas Aces - 3:  Last time the Bulldogs faced the Texas Aces, it was a late rally by the Aces that was stymied by the Bulldogs, and it was same song second verse in their NTXHL game Saturday at Valley Ranch.   With Alliance holding what appeared to be a safe 4-2 lead with less than a minute remaining, the Aces pulled their goalie and scored with the extra attacker with only 31 seconds remaining to make it 4-3.  Needless to say, the final half minute was a nail biting time for everyone, but the Bulldogs held on to run their league mark to 4-1 on the season.  Read more HERE...

 

PeeWee AA2 Falls to Wolves in NTXHL Action...

 

PeeWee AA2:  LS Wolves - 7, Alliance AA2 - 1:   The Bulldogs started their 4 game weekend with an early morning rumble against their cousins the Lone Star Wolves Major, kicking off the Wolves' NTXHL host weekend at Polar Ice in Grapevine Mills. The Dogs showed barking, only to find a pack of Wolves growling at the door.  The first period found the younger Dogs against a older and bigger Wolf pack.  Just over a minute into the game, the Wolves ganged up on the Bulldogs with a man advantage opportunity, but were unable to convert.   The Wolves, however, continued to pressure and at 10:20 found the back of the cage to go up 1-0.  Read more HERE...

 

Bulldogs Continue Strong Play with Shutout Win...

 

Squirt A:  Alliance - 9, Affton Americans - 0:   Bulldog fans greeted the team as they entered the ice with a chant of "Who Let The Dogs Out" and the Dogs were rabid throughout the game.  The Squirt A Bulldogs continue to dominate the Gateway City Tournament in Fairview Heights, Illinois, focused and on fire with a 9-0 shutout win over the Affton Americans AA.  The story of the game and tournament has been the smothering defense of the Bulldogs.  Read more HERE...

 

Bantam AA Late Flurry Leads to Semi-Finals...

 

Bantam  AA:  Bantam AA – 4, Novi Ice Cats – 2:  In a game that the Bulldogs had to win to advance to the semi-finals of the Chicago Cup Fall Classic, the Bulldogs kept their fans on edge until the last three minutes of their game against the Novi Ice Cats.  After a scoreless first period, Novi scored first with 3:36 remaining in the 2nd period to go up 1-0. The Bulldogs would tie the score at 1-1 with :46 remaining in the second.   Novi would take a 2-1 lead with 8:12 remaining in the game, but that was when the Dogs came alive.   Read more HERE...

 

Bulldogs Drop Game 2 in Chicago...

 

Bantam  AA:  Bantam AA – 1,  Omaha – 4:  In their second game at the Chicago Cup Fall Classic, the Bulldogs spent most of the game killing penalties and it showed on the scoreboard, as they fell to the Omaha Gladiators.  Omaha scored first on a short handed goal for a 1-0 lead with 7:40 remaining in the first period.  The Bulldogs countered with their own shorthanded goal to end the first period tied at 1-1.  Read more HERE...

 

Bantam AA Team Cracks National Top 20...

 

The Bantam AA joined 3 other Alliance teams in the National Top 20 by being ranked #19 by the National Hockey Rankings web site.  The Bulldogs are currently playing at the Chicago Cup Fall Classic, where good games against tough competition could help them move up.   The Madison Stars they tied 2-2 last night are ranked 14th in the same poll.  For the Top 20 Ranked teams in each division, click HERE...

 

'Dogs Take Tight One from Houston...

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance - 3, Houston Wild - 1:  In a very fast paced, spirited NTXHL game late Saturday afternoon, the Bulldogs and the Houston Wild played nearly two periods of scoreless hockey in their first meeting of the season.  Both teams played very physical from the start.  The goalies for both teams were called upon early to make several difficult saves but were up to the task.  The first two periods of the game were penalty filled, with both teams successfully killing several 1-man and 2-man advantage situations, including the Bulldogs successfully killing off the 1st four penalties of the game.  Read more HERE...

 

Midget Minor Opens NTXHL Weekend with Win...

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance - 6, DMHA - 2:  The 1st NTXHL meeting of the season between the Bulldogs and DMHA began with a fast pace and included many shots, most by Alliance.  However, the Titans goalie was up to the task, thwarting several excellent Bulldog scoring opportunities.  The Titans responded to the efforts of its goalie by scoring a power play goal at 13:06 of the 1st period to go up 1-0.  Read more HERE...

 

Midget Majors Back in NTXHL Win Column...

 

Midget Major AA:  Alliance - 5, Houston Wild - 3:  In a NTXHL game Sunday in Valley Ranch, the Bulldogs came out on top over the Houston Wild by a score of 5-3.  The win puts Alliance at 3-1-0 for the league, and they remain in 3rd Place, behind the league leading Oklahoma Blazers, who have 2 games in hand.  The Tulsa Flames hold on to 2nd Place, just one point ahead of the Bulldogs with a 3-0-1 record.  It will be 2 weeks until the Bulldogs see action again, when they take on the Dallas Ice Hawks on Saturday November 5th in a NTXHL game at Valley Ranch.

 

                                                                           Friday, October 21, 2005                                                                                   

 

Squirt A Opens with Strong Win in St. Louis...

 

Squirt A:  Alliance - 6, Champaign-Urbana - 1:  The Alliance Squirt A Bulldogs started the Gateway City Tournament in Fairview Heights, Illinois, focused and on fire.  Alliance Coaches stressed in the pre-game for the Bulldogs to focus from start to finish, and to come out strong...and boy did they ever.  They DOMINATED the Champaign Urbana Chiefs AA from start to finish.   Read more HERE...

 

Bulldogs Earn a Tie in Chicago...

 

Bantam AA:  Bantam AA - 2,  Madison Stars - 2:   Coming into the tournament expecting AA competition, the Bulldogs were surprised to find themselves facing a AAA team in the Madison Stars.  Alliance fought hard, though, and got the game tying goal in the 3rd period to earn a tie in Game 1 of the Chicago Cup Fall Classic Friday night.  After falling behind the Stars 1-0 at the 6:38 mark of the 1st period, the Bulldogs tied it up with a goal of their own just over 3 minutes later to make it 1-1 with 3:15 left in the opening frame. More on the game to follow...

 

3 Bulldog Teams Ranked in National Top 20...

 

The 2005-2006 US U16 Midget AAA Hockey Rankings were released yesterday, and the Alliance Midget Minor AAA is ranked 11th in the nation.   They have a win over the #5 ranked New Jersey Devils, and four of their five losses have been to teams ranked in the top 10.  Their shootout loss is counted as a tie in the rankings.

 

The Bantam AAA and Midget Minor AA teams are also ranked, by the National Hockey Rankings web site, with the Bantam AAA at 13th, and the Midget Minor AA at 9th.  The only loss the Midget Minor AA team has suffered this season was at the hands of the #2 ranked Long Beach Ice Dogs.  The Midget Minor AAA is ranked by this site at 16th.

 

For the Top 20 Ranked teams in each division, click HERE...

 

                                                                    Wednesday, October 19, 2005                                                                                

 

Bulldogs Take 5th Straight Win...

 

Squirt AA:  Alliance - 7, DJHA Major '95 - 2:   The Bulldogs won their 5th straight game and 4th straight NTXHL contest last night, as they handed the DJHA Major '95 a loss at the Ice Training Center in Richardson.   The last time Alliance lost was to these same Penguins, just over a month ago in the 2nd game of the season.   Read more HERE...

 

                                                                       Sunday, October 16, 2005                                                                                    

 

Squirt AA Prevails 4-2 over Stars Major...

 

Squirt AA:  Alliance - 4, Star Major - 2:   In a 39 minute NTXHL game at Valley Ranch early Sunday morning, the Bulldogs and the Stars Select Major accumulated 38 Penalty Minutes between them.   The penalty box monitors earned their pay in this one, but the power play units from both teams failed to post a point.  The Bulldogs got on the board first, late in the 1st period with an even strength goal at the 3:32 mark to take a 1-0 lead, which is where it stood after one period of play.  Read more HERE...

 

PeeWee AA2 Drops Tough One to Tulsa...

 

 

T'Birds Return KOR Championship to Colorado...

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Colo. Thunderbirds '89 - 3, Alliance - 1:  In a rematch of last year's Championship and last night's back and forth battle against the Colorado Thunderbirds '89, Alliance ran out of energy and goals as the T'Birds returned the Championship of the King of the Rockies (KOR) Tournament to Colorado Sunday afternoon at the Air Force Academy.  The Thunderbirds jumped out to a 2-0 lead and the Bulldogs could not fight their way back in this one.  For other scores, click HERE... 

 

Alliance Semi-Final Win Earns KOR Final Rematch...

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Alliance - 3, Colo. Thunderbirds '90 - 2:  In a close game, the Bulldogs got the game winner with more than 12 minutes remaining and held on for the win over the Colo. Thunderbirds '90 in the Semi-Finals of the King of the Rockies (KOR) Tournament at the World Arena in Colorado Springs Sunday morning.   The win sets up a rematch of last year's KOR Championship and last night's back and forth battle against the Colorado Thunderbirds '89, Sunday afternoon at the Air Force Academy.   Read more HERE...

 

                                                                      Saturday, October 15, 2005                                                                                  

 

PeeWee AA1 Holds off Late Flurry by Hitmen...

 

PeeWee AA1: Alliance - 4, Houston Hitmen- 3:  The Bulldogs looked poised to take home a convincing win, but the Houston Hitmen made them play the whole game with a late scramble in their NTXHL game Saturday night at Valley Ranch.  After building a 4-1 lead heading into the final minutes, the Bulldogs had to withstand a Hitmen attack that netted 2 late goals to give the Bulldogs a real scare, both with an empty Houston net on the other end.  More on this game to follow...

 

Last Minute Comeback Sends Dogs to KOR Semis...

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Alliance - 3, Colo. Thunderbirds '89 - 3:  In their first meeting of the season, it was a barn burner between these two new rivals, and nothing was decided.   A Bulldog comeback is finished with a last minute goal to force a tie with the Colorado Thunderbirds '89 in Game 3 the King of the Rockies (KOR) Tournament at the World Arena in Colorado Springs Saturday afternoon.   The tie, in combination with a Colorado Outlaw 3-2 win over Pittsburgh, puts the Bulldogs in the Semi-Finals as the #2 Seed from the Blue Division, where they will face the Colo. Thunderbirds '90 early Sunday morning.  Read more HERE...

 

                                                                        Friday, October 14, 2005                                                                                     

 

Bantam AA Wins 4th Straight...

 

Bantam AA:  Bantam AA - 11,  Ice Jets 91/92 - 1:   After their previous 2 straight decisive victories over their Friday night opponent, the Bulldogs could have been ready for a let-down.  These Bulldogs, however, set the tone of this game early, as they scored 4 goals in the first 8 minutes and cruised to a 11-1 NTXHL win over the Ice Jets '91/92 AA in a rare Friday night game at Valley Ranch.   This was the Bulldogs 4th win in a row, raises their NTXHL league mark to 4-3-0, makes their season record 7-5-0, and gives them momentum heading into next weekend's Chicago Cup Fall Classic.

 

Bulldogs Fall in Close One to Hornets in KOR Game 2...

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Pittsburgh - 2, Alliance - 1:  In their second meeting of the season, the Bulldogs and Pittsburgh Hornets again played it tight in another 1-goal game, and once again with the same result, as the Hornets handed Alliance their first loss of the King of the Rockies (KOR) Tournament, in Game 2 at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs late Friday night.  After playing well early but not scoring, Alliance fell behind after the Hornets struck first for a 1-0 lead about halfway into the game.  Read more HERE...

 

Midget Minor AAA Wins Rematch in KOR Tournament...

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Alliance - 3, Colorado Outlaws - 1:  In a rematch of last year's USA Hockey Rocky Mountain District Championship, the Bulldogs came out on top again over the Colorado Outlaws in Game 1 of the King of the Rockies (KOR) Tournament at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs early Friday afternoon.  It wasn't the sudden death overtime game like the RMD Final, but it was close, as the Bulldogs pulled away from a 1-1 tie with 2 goals late in the game for the victory.  For other scores, click HERE... 

 

Bantam AA in Rare "Friday Night Lights" NTXHL Tilt...

 

The Bantam AA team will play tonight in an unusual Friday night NTXHL contest against the Ice Jets '91/92 AA team at Valley Ranch.  The Bulldogs have recorded identical 7-0 wins in the last two meetings between these teams, and Alliance looks to improve on their 3-3-0 NTXHL league record.

 

King of the Rockies Starts Today...

 

Today the Alliance Midget Minor AAA sets to defend their 2004 King of the Rockies Tournament championship with two games at the Air Force Academy.  The Bulldogs will first be facing the Colorado Outlaws, who should be used to the altitude for this 1:00 MST game, and then Alliance follows up with the always tough Pittsburgh Hornets, who handed the Bulldogs a 3-2 loss back in September at the Massachusetts Tier I Invitational in Boston.  For schedule and results, click HERE... 

 

Other Alliance Action This Weekend...

 

In addition to the teams above, other Alliance Bulldogs will be in action this weekend as well.  The Squirt A will play Saturday at 5:00 p.m. at Stonebriar Mall vs. the Texas Aces, who are currently 1-0-1 in league action.  The PeeWee AA1 will be looking to rebound from the 1-3 trip to Phoenix by taking on the very tough Houston Hitmen for NTXHL games Saturday and Sunday in Valley Ranch.  The PeeWee AA2 will play host to the Tulsa Flames in a NTXHL contest on Sunday in Valley Ranch to wrap up the weekend action.

 

                                                                    Wednesday, October 12, 2005                                                                                

 

Bulldogs Take Defensive Battle to Even NTXHL Mark...

 

Bantam AA:  Alliance - 2, Stars Selects - 1:  After a scoreless 1st period in a tough NTXHL defensive battle in Valley Ranch, the Bulldogs scored first against the Stars Major AA with a goal at 7:20 of the 2nd period to take a 1-0 lead.   However, the Stars would tie it up at 1-1 with a goal of their own at 4:35 remaining in the 2nd frame.   Read more HERE...

 

Alliance Performance Training Program Information Updated...

 

The Alliance Youth Hockey Association is dedicated to developing skilled, athletic, hockey players that can compete at an elite level.  The off-ice Performance Training Program is a vital part of the AYHA program.   Information about our program has been updated and can be seen HERE...

 

 

 

                                                                       Monday, October 10, 2005                                                                                    

 

King of the Rockies Scores to be Posted...

 

Last year, the Alliance Bulldogs Midget Minor AAA faced some very tough competition in this tournament, but were able to come away with a 5-0 record, including a 5-3 win in the Final over the host Colorado Thunderbirds.  This year Alliance comes in as the Defending Champions, but will face some very stiff competition again, including the Thunderbirds looking for payback.  For more information, click HERE... 

 

                                                                           Sunday, October 9, 2005                                                                                   

  

Bantam AA Takes Another NTXHL Win...

 

Bantam AA:  Alliance Bantam AA - 4, Texas Aces AA - 1:  The Bantam AA team came to the rink today to play "Bulldog" hockey as they controlled the tempo of this NTXHL game from the very beginning, and beat the previously unbeaten Texas Aces in Valley Ranch. The Dogs scored in the last minute of the first period and then built the lead to 3-0 midway through the second.  Read more HERE...

 

Bulldogs Take 1st Showcase Loss...

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Chicago Chill - 3, Alliance - 0:  In their second meeting of the season, the Bulldogs were again unable to light the lamp and fell victims of a shutout at the hands of the Chicago Chill in this consolation game of the USHL Showcase in Indianapolis.   The game was similar to the Bulldogs' first loss of the season back in September at the Massachusetts Tier I Labor Day Face-Off, when they fell to these same Chill by a score of 1-0.  Read more HERE...

 

 

                                                                       Saturday, October 8, 2005                                                                                   

 

Late Update on USHL Showcase...

 

Even with their undefeated record in pool play, it was not enough for the Bulldogs Midget Minor AAA to advance to the playoffs of USHL Showcase in Indianapolis.  Honeybaked earned the #1 seed in the White Pool based on goal differential, and will advance to the Semi-Finals.   Alliance will play a consolation game against the Chicago Chill early Sunday morning.

 

Squirts Take Ice Jets Again...

 

Squirt A:  Alliance - 5, Ice Jets '95 AA - 4:  In a rematch of last Saturday's game, the Bulldogs take another win over the Ice Jets '95 AA in a NTXHL battle Saturday morning in Valley Ranch.   The Bulldogs gave up the first goal at 11:04 to start the game behind 0-1.  The Bulldogs then stormed back to score the next 4 goals for a 4-1 lead midway through the second period.  Read more HERE...

 

Bulldogs Sweep Past Ice Jets...

 

Squirt AA:  Alliance - 12, Ice Jets '96 AA - 1:  The Bulldogs hit the ice going full speed and didn't let up as they swept past the Ice Jets '96 AA  in a NTXHL contest Saturday at Valley Ranch.  Alliance scored early and often in building a 6-0 1st period lead, and extended it to 9-1 with 3 more in the 2nd period.  The Bulldogs finished it off with another 3 in the final frame to even their league mark to 2-2-0 for the season.  Next action for the Bulldogs will be this Thursday when they face the DJHA Major '95 in Plano.

 

Bulldogs Fall to Warriors...

 

PeeWee AA1:  Arapahoe - 3, Alliance AA1 - 1:   The Bulldogs faced another good team, and although the competition was much more even, the result was the same, as they fall to the Arapahoe Warriors in Game 2 of the Canyon State Tournament hosted by the VOSHA Mustangs in Phoenix Saturday night.  After falling behind 1-0 after the first period, Alliance tied it up at 1-1 at 10:00 of the 2nd to give the Warriors something to think about.  Read more HERE...

 

'Dogs Go Undefeated in Showcase Pool Play...

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Alliance - 3, LA Hockey - 1:  Alliance completed their sweep of pool games to go 3 and 0 with a win over the LA Hockey Club, but it may not be enough to advance to the playoffs of USHL Showcase in Indianapolis.  At press time, it was still not decided, as the outcome of a Honeybaked game and associated goal differential will most likely determine the #1 seed in the White Pool.  Only the #1 seed in each of the four pools will advance to the Semi-Finals.   Read more HERE...

 

Ducks Fly Past PeeWee AA1...

 

PeeWee AA1:  Anaheim Jr. Ducks - 10, Alliance AA1 - 0:   The Alliance Peewee AA1 team faced one of the top teams from the west coast, and combined with too many penalties, it was ugly as they were blown out by the Anaheim Jr. Ducks in Game 1 of a Canyon State Tournament hosted by the VOSHA Mustangs in Phoenix Saturday morning.   To read more, click HERE...

 

                                                                          Friday, October 7, 2005                                                                                     

 

PeeWee AA2 Drops Game 1 at Great Lakes...

 

PeeWee AA2:  Motor City - 4, Alliance AA2 - 1:   The Alliance Peewee AA2 team faced a good team in the Motor City Mechanics, and despite playing well, the Bulldogs came out on the short end of the stick in Game 1 of the Great Lakes Tournament in Holland, Michigan on Friday night.  After a scoreless 1st period, the Bulldogs jumped out to a short-lived 1-0 lead early in the 2nd frame.  Read more HERE...

 

Bulldogs Blank Stars for 2nd Showcase Victory...

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Alliance - 4, Russell Stover Stars - 0:  In another display of good defense and quality goal-tending, Alliance pitched their 2nd straight white-washing at the USHL Showcase in Indianapolis, this time against the Russell Stover Stars late Friday night.  The Bulldogs didn't wait a period to get on the board as they did earlier in the day, striking paydirt early this time, taking a 1-0 lead at 12:31 of the 1st period.   Read more HERE...

 

Midget Minor AAA Opens USHL Showcase with Shutout...

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Alliance - 2, Madison Capitals - 0:  In a low scoring game with few power play opportunities, single goals in the 2nd and 3rd periods were enough for the Bulldogs to get a shutout win over the Madison Capitals in Game 1 of the USHL Showcase in Indianapolis early Friday afternoon.  The first period ended scoreless, even while Alliance held a 9 to 3 shots on goal advantage, and controlled much of the play.   Read more HERE...

 

Early Start to the Weekend for 2 Bulldog Teams...

 

Two Alliance teams will get a jump-start on the weekend by hitting the ice in tournament action today.  The PeeWee AA2 team will be way up north in Holland, Michigan for the Great Lakes Tournament, and the Midget Minor AAA will be busy, as they have two games to play Friday at the USHL Showcase in Indianapolis, Indiana.

 

Three more teams join the fray on Saturday morning, as the PeeWee AA1 team is out west in Phoenix for a Canyon State Tournament hosted by the VOSHA Mustangs, and both the Squirt A and the Squirt AA will be squaring off against their respective Ice Jets opponents back-to-back at Valley Ranch in NTXHL action.   The Bantam AA team will round out the weekend when they will face the Texas Aces in a NTXHL game Sunday morning at Valley Ranch.

 

                                                                          Sunday, October 2, 2005                                                                                   

 

Squirt AA Takes Exhibition Win...

 

Squirt AA:  Alliance - 4, Littleton Squirt A - 3:   The Squirt AA team finished their week with a friendship game against the Littleton Hawks Squirt A on Sunday at Valley Ranch.  The game was a welcome back for former Alliance Bulldog Dominic Turgeon, who just left Dallas for Colorado a couple of weeks ago.  Although he hasn't been gone long, he has found his spot on the Hawks top squirt team.  Read more HERE...

 

Alliance Gets Another NTXHL Win...

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance - 8, LS Wolves - 1:  It was same song again, but second verse this time, as the Bulldogs duplicated their feat from a week ago in an almost identical win over the LS Wolves in a NTXHL contest Sunday afternoon in Valley Ranch.   Once again, Alliance fell behind 1-0 before getting the scoring going, and went on to raise their league record to 3-0-0 and 7-1-0 for the season.  More information on this game as it is received...

 

                                                                      Saturday, October 1, 2005                                                                                     

 

NTXHL Results...

 

Squirt A:  Alliance - 4, Ice Jets '95 AA - 2:  The Bulldogs took a 2-1 lead in the 1st period, extended it to 4-1 after 2 periods of play, and held on for a solid win over the Ice Jets '95 AA in their NTXHL contest in Duncanville Saturday.  The Bulldogs started the game on the penalty kill, and give up a power-play goal when a late change resulted in a 4 on 2 rush to trail briefly at 1-0 Ice Jets at the 10:56 mark of the 1st period.  Read more HERE...

 

PeeWee AA:  Alliance AA1 - 7, Alliance AA2 - 0:  It was clear from before the game started that Alliance would win this one, but which Bulldog team would get the win was to be determined on the ice.  The PeeWee AA1 team took this one to raise their NTXHL record to 2-1-0 on the season.   For the AA1 report, click HERE, and for the AA2 perspective, click HERE...

 

Bantam AA:  Alliance - 7, Ice Jets '91/92 AA - 0:  The Bulldogs scored just 33 seconds into the game for an early 1-0 lead, and then methodically added to their lead all the way for the shut out of the Ice Jets '91/92 AA in a NTXHL contest Saturday at Valley Ranch.  Alliance would add 2 more in the initial frame for a 3-0 margin after one period, and then get 2 goals in each of the final 2 periods of play to record their first league win of the season.  Alliance will take the momentum into their next game against the Texas Aces next Sunday, also at Valley Ranch.

 

Midget Major AA:  OK City - 4, Alliance 2:  In a very tight NTXHL game, the Bulldogs came out on the short end of the scoreboard against Oklahoma City Saturday afternoon at Valley Ranch.  It was still close at 3-2 late in the final frame until OK City would add the clincher with only 7 seconds remaining in the game.   More on this game to follow...

 

Another Busy Weekend for Bulldogs...

 

There will be plenty of action this weekend for the Bulldogs, as 7 of the 9 Alliance teams will see action, starting with 4 games on Saturday involving 5 Bulldog teams. The Squirt A will be squaring off against the Ice Jets '95 AA in a NTXHL battle in Duncanville on Saturday afternoon, while the PeeWee AA1 and PeeWee AA2 will battle each other at Valley Ranch in a NTXHL contest later in the day.  The Bantam AA team has its NTXHL game on Saturday morning against the Ice Jets 91/92 AA, and the Midget Major AA faces Oklahoma City Saturday afternoon, with both of those games at Valley Ranch.

 

Early Sunday morning, the Squirt AA hosts an exhibition game in Valley Ranch against the Littleton Hawks Squirt A, and the Midget Minor AA wraps up the action with their second consecutive tilt against the LS Wolves in an NTXHL contest, this time at Polar Ice in Grapevine.

 

 

                                                                 Wednesday, September 28, 2005                                                                             

 

 

 Coach Fry "Grilled"...

 

As a show of their appreciation for Coach David Fry, the Midget Minor AA players presented David and Tammy with a BBQ grille Wednesday night, as they prepare to get married.  Is a cookout at Coach's house in the team's future???  See pictures HERE...

 

 

 

                                                                      Sunday, September 25, 2005                                                                                

 

Squirt AA Wins Big...

 

Squirt AA:  Alliance - 8 Ice Jets '96 AA - 1:  The Bulldogs found their stride AND the WIN column in their third NTXHL contest of the season, as they defeated the Ice Jets '96 AA early Sunday morning at Valley Ranch.  The Bulldogs came to play, finding the back of the net at the 9:54 mark of the first period to take an early 1-0 lead.  The remainder of the period saw several shots against a strong Ice Jet Goalie but no more scoring.  Read more HERE...

 

Bantam AA Falls to LS Wolves...

 

Bantam AA:  Lone Star Wolves - 6, Alliance Bantam AA - 2:  The Bulldogs hit the ice with a lot of energy for their NTXHL contest against the LS Wolves at Valley Ranch on Sunday morning, as they out-shot the Wolves 12-5 in the 1st period.   Alliance was not able to take advantage of the energy, though, and found themselves down 1-0 after the first period of play.  Read more HERE...

 

Alliance Bows out in Silver Sticks Semi-Finals...

 

Bantam AAA:  Orlando Stars - 3, Alliance - 1:  The Bulldogs finally came up against a good team they had no answer to, and fell to the Orlando Stars in the Semi-Finals of the Silver Stick Regionals in West Chester, Pennsylvania.  The Stars advanced to the Finals, where they were defeated by the Florida Jr. Panthers for the Championship.  The Panthers will now advance to the North American Finals of Silver Stick in Port Huron, Michigan January 12-15, 2006.

 

Bulldogs Take Silver Sticks Quarter-Final Win...

 

Bantam AAA:  Alliance - 3, Little Caps - 1:  Alliance faced another tough team, this time the Washington Little Capitals, but again played well to earn their 4th straight win in the Quarter-Finals of the Silver Stick Regionals in West Chester, Pennsylvania.  the Bulldogs now advance to the Semi-Finals to face the Orlando Stars.

 

                                                                    Saturday, September 24, 2005                                                                              

 

Alliance Comeback Falls Short...

 

Squirt A:  DJHA '96 - 7, Alliance - 4: Playing their second NTXHL game of the season, the Bulldogs played it even for the 1st period, but ended up chasing from behind the rest of the night in this high scoring game at Valley Ranch late Saturday.  After a 1-1 first period, Alliance would fall behind to the Penguins 4-1 in the middle of the 2nd frame, but would score 3 of the next 4 goals to make it a one-shot game and an interesting final period.  Read more HERE...

 

PeeWee AA2 Drops Exhibition Game...

 

PeeWee AA2:  DJHA '94 AA - 8, Alliance - 2:  The Bulldogs did not let Hurricane Rita prevent them from squaring off against the DJHA '94 AA team for an exhibition match early Saturday morning in Valley Ranch.   The Bulldogs scored first at 12:55 even strength for a quick 1-0 lead.  The Penguins tied the score at 8:38 on a power play while the Bulldogs were down a player, making the score 1-1.  The next 6 minutes of hockey was a display of good youth hockey, with neither team gaining dominance.  Read more HERE...

 

Bantam AA Drops 2nd Straight 1-Goal Game...

 

Bantam AA:  DJHA '92 AAA - 5, Alliance Bantam AA - 4:   In their second NTXHL game of the season, the Bantam AA team lost another close one, this time to the DJHA '92 AAA Penguins.  The Bulldogs held the lead twice in this game at 2-1 and 3-2, but with 6:36 remaining in the game and the scored tied 4-4, the Bulldogs had a turnover in their defensive zone that led to DJHA's game winning goal.  The Bulldogs need to regroup quickly as they are back on the ice on Sunday morning against the LS Wolves.

   

Bulldogs Earn Silver Sticks Quarter-Finals with 3rd Straight Win...

 

Bantam AAA:  Alliance - 6, Valley Jr. Warriors - 0:  Alliance continued their strong offensive play, and then turned it up a notch on the backside, as they recorded a shutout for their 3rd straight victory in Game 3 of the Silver Stick Regionals in West Chester, Pennsylvania.  With the win, the Bulldogs earned a spot in the Quarter-Finals early Sunday morning, when they will face the Washington Little Capitals.

 

Alliance Gets Second Silver Sticks Win...

 

Bantam AAA:  Alliance - 7, Long Island Gulls - 1:  Alliance once again jumped out to an early 2-0 lead, but this time would not allow the Long Island Gulls to make a close game of it, and cruised to the victory in Game 2 of the Silver Stick Regionals in West Chester, Pennsylvania.  The Bulldogs would maintain the 2-goal lead through 2 periods of play, starting the 3rd frame with a 3-1 lead. 

Read more HERE...

 

                                                                       Friday, September 23, 2005                                                                                 

 

Bulldogs Open Silver Sticks with a Win...

 

Bantam AAA:  Alliance - 5, NJ Colonials - 2:  The Bulldogs came out flying tonight, jumping on top of the New Jersey Colonials with a quick 2-0 lead in the 1st period of Game 1 of the Silver Stick Regionals in West Chester, Pennsylvania.   The lead could have been worse, as the Bulldogs out-shot New Jersey by a 16 to 5 margin in the opening frame.  Read more HERE...

 

 

5 Alliance Teams in Action this Weekend...

 

Five Bulldog teams will hit the ice this weekend, starting with the Bantam AAA team tonight, as they are in West Chester, Pennsylvania for the Silver Stick Regionals against the New Jersey Colonials, followed up by 2 more on Saturday, with playoffs on Sunday.  For schedule and scores from this tournament, you can click on the Silver Stick logo on our home page. 

 

The Bantam AA team has 2 NTXHL contests, first on Saturday facing the DJHA '92 AAA, followed by the LS Wolves on Sunday.  The PeeWee AA2 team will playing an exhibition game against the DJHA '94 AA early Saturday at the Ice Training Center.  The Squirt A team will be squaring off against the DJHA '96 in a NTXHL battle Saturday night, and the Squirt AA has a newly scheduled NTXHL contest with the Ice Jets '96 AA on Sunday morning.  The NTXHL weekend that the Squirt AA was scheduled to play in Tulsa this weekend has been postponed due to Hurricane Rita.

 

                                                                  Wednesday, September 21, 2005                                                                            

 

Bulldogs Take 2 NTXHL Wins...

 

PeeWee AA1: Alliance - 6, Ice Jets ‘94 AAA - 1:  Thanks to strong team effort and “top shelf” goaltending, the Bulldogs sent the Ice Jets '94 AAA flying in their second NTXHL game Wednesday night at Valley Ranch.  The Bulldogs knew that this would be a fast paced game and were determined to get a jump-start by scoring first on a short pass in front of the crease and a wrist shot into the right side of the net for a 1-0 Alliance lead at 13:16 of the first period.   Read more HERE...

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance - 8, LS Wolves - 1:  The Bulldogs fell behind early, recovered quickly for a commanding 5-1 lead after the first period, and cruised to the victory over the LS Wolves in this NTXHL contest late Wednesday night in Valley Ranch.   After failing to convert on their first power play opportunity of the night a few minutes earlier, Lone Star connected at even strength when a loose puck was retrieved in front of the Bulldog net by a Wolve all alone for a 1-0 lead at 10:34 of the 1st period.  It would be their last score of the evening, as the Bulldogs came to life quickly thereafter.  Read more HERE...

 

                                                                     Sunday, September 18, 2005                                                                                

 

Squirt AA Runs out of Time in a Close One...

 

Squirt AA: DJHA Major '95 - 2, Alliance - 1:  The Bulldogs hit the ice for their second NTXHL and regular season game against the DJHA Major '95 Sunday afternoon at the Ice Training Center in Richardson.  The majority of the first period was played at the DJHA end, with the Bulldogs maintaining pressure the whole period.  However, the 1st period ended in a 0-0 tie.  Read more HERE...

 

PeeWee AA2 Drops NTXHL Opener...

 

PeeWee AA2: Houston Hitmen - 4, Alliance - 2:  In their first NTXHL action and first game of the season, the Bulldogs faced a team projected to be one of the toughest PeeWee AA teams in the NTXHL this season, as they squared off against the Houston Hitmen at Valley Ranch on Sunday afternoon.  The first period found the Bulldogs adjusting to the size and speed of the Hitmen, but the Alliance defense held tough and allowed only an even strength goal at 7:40 of the first period.  The 1st period ended with the Bulldogs down 1-0.  Read more HERE...

 

Bantam AA Falls in Final Seconds of NTXHL Opener...

 

Bantam AA:  Ice Jets '92 AAA - 4, Alliance Bantam AA - 3:   In the Bantam AA's first NTXHL game, the Bulldogs lost a heartbreaker to the Ice Jets '92 AAA, as the Jets scored the game winner with only :11 seconds left on the game clock.  This game was reminiscent of the last time these two teams met, in which the Jets prevailed 5-4 in a shootout during the Labor Day Texas Shootout Tournament.   Read more HERE...

 

MMinor AA Takes First Loss...

 

Midget Minor AA:  Long Beach - 3, Alliance - 1:  Facing the best team by far they have seen early in the season, the Bulldogs came up short against the Long Beach Ice Dogs and suffered their first loss of the tournament and of the season at the Desert Youth MROC Festival in Phoenix Sunday morning.  The first period appeared to be headed to a scoreless end when the Ice Dogs lit the lamp with just 19 ticks left in the period to take a 1-0 lead.  Read more HERE...

 

Major AA goes 2-0 in NTXHL Play...

 

Midget Major AA:  Alliance 4 - Texas Aces 1:  Playing in their 2nd NTXHL game of the season, the Bulldogs came out strong again Sunday morning at Valley Ranch against the Texas Aces, but the Aces did too.  The Bulldogs opened the scoring late in the 1st period on a 2 on 1 rush, a nice centering pass, and a goal.  The 1st period ended with the score 1-0 Alliance.  Read more HERE...

 

                                                                    Saturday, September 17, 2005                                                                              

 

Squirt A Opens NTXHL Play with a Shutout...

 

Squirt A:  Alliance - 8, HP Jr. Scots - 0:  Playing their first NTXHL game of the season, the Bulldogs came out flying and never let up as they cruised to their second shutout of the season, this one over the Jr. Scots at the Ice Training Center in Richardson Saturday afternoon. 

 

Alliance scored 3 times in the first 6 minutes, and added 2 more in the final minute of the 1st period to take a commanding 5-0 lead into the 2nd period of play.   Read more HERE...

 

 

PeeWee AA1 Falls in First NTXHL Tilt...

 

 

MMinors Come Back Late for Another Phoenix Win...

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance - 3, Coyotes - 2:  In a close game that featured 75 shots between the two teams, the Bulldogs had to overcome 2 Phoenix Coyote power play goals and come from behind late in the 3rd period to win their 4th game in 4 tries at the Desert Youth MROC Festival in Phoenix Saturday evening.  Alliance opened the scoring, hitting pay dirt on an even strength goal with 5:51 remaining in the 1st period, and took a 1-0 lead into the 2nd frame.  Read more HERE...

 

Midget Minor AA goes to 3 and 0 in Phoenix...

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance - 4, Firebirds - 1:  In a penalty-filled game that was mostly controlled by Alliance, the outcome wasn't determined until late, but the Bulldogs eventually prevailed over the Phoenix Firebirds in Game 3 of the Desert Youth MROC Festival in Phoenix Saturday morning.   The Bulldogs came out strong and took a 2-0 lead after one period of play, on the strength of 2 special team goals - one on the power play, and another shorthanded tally.   Read more HERE...

 

MMajor AA Opens Play with NTXHL Win...

 

Midget Major AA:  Alliance - 5, DJHA - 4:  In their first NTXHL action and first game of the season, the Bulldogs came out strong and took home the win over the Penguins of DJHA at Valley Ranch on Saturday afternoon.   Alliance had several chances in the first period, but could not capitalize and the score was 0-0 after the first period of the season.   Read more HERE...

 

4 Teams Play Saturday...

 

In addition to the Midget Minor AA continuing in Phoenix with 2 more games on Saturday, 3 other Bulldog teams will see action as well, all in NTXHL play for the first time this season.  The Squirt A team will square off against the Jr. Scots at ITC, the PeeWee AA1 will play the Ice Jets '93 AA in Valley Ranch, and the Midget Major AA plays their first game of the season against DJHA, also at Valley Ranch.

 

                                                                       Friday, September 16, 2005                                                                                

 

MMinor AA Wins Again in Phoenix...

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance - 6, Polar Bears - 2:  Starting their second game less than 2 hours after their first one ended, and with a 2-hour flight before that, Alliance had a prime opportunity for a big let-down, facing the Phoenix Polar Bears in Game 2 of the Desert Youth MROC Festival in Phoenix late Friday afternoon.  But these Bulldogs would have nothing of it, and pulled away from the Polar Bears in the 3rd period for their 2nd win of the day to earn a well deserved rest until Saturday.   Read more HERE...

 

Bulldogs Take Opener over San Jose...

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance - 5, San Jose - 1:  With their Thursday night flight from Dallas being cancelled, Alliance had to fly to Phoenix early Friday morning while staring at 2 games on the same day.  The Bulldogs showed no ill affects, though, as they beat the San Jose Sharks in Game 1 of the Desert Youth MROC Festival in Phoenix Friday afternoon.   Read more HERE...

 

MMinor AA Plays in Phoenix Today...

 

The Bulldogs will hit the ice this morning for their first game in the Desert Youth MROC Festival in Phoenix against the San Jose Sharks.  The Bulldogs and Sharks have been battling each other for the last 3 years, with the Sharks beating Alliance 6-4 in the Semi-Finals of the 2004 USA Hockey National Championships in Burlington, Vermont.  Some of these Bulldogs played in that game and will be looking to return the favor.  Later in the tournament, Alliance will also face another common foe in the Phoenix Coyotes, who the Bulldogs beat in the Semi-Finals of the 2004 RMD Championships in a dramatic come-from-behind win in the final minute.  Schedule and Scores for the tournament can be found HERE...

 

                                                                    Thursday, September 15, 2005                                                                              

 

Alliance says Good-Bye to the Turgeons...

 

The Alliance family, Squirt AA, and Bantam AA teams are losing a couple of good players, a coach, and family today, as Dominic Turgeon, Elizabeth Turgeon, and their family are heading off to Denver, where Pierre will be playing for the Colorado Avalanche this season.  We have certainly enjoyed having Elizabeth and Dominic in our program, as well as having Pierre behind the bench.  The Alliance organization wishes the Turgeon family the best of luck in Denver, and hope to see you at Thanksgiving in Littleton for the Mile High Invitational.

 

Wednesday, September 14, 2005   

 

Bantam AA In Action Tonight...

 

The Bantam AA team gets their first NTXHL action of the season tonight, as they take on the DJHA '92 AAA in Valley Ranch at 6:15pm.  The Bulldogs are coming off 3 straight wins in the Texas Shootout Tournament, and have a 3-2 record thus far in the young season.

 

ALL Motor City Cup Results are now Posted...

 

Congratulations to the Capital Centre Pride for winning the Motor City Cup by defeating the Rochester Americans 5-4 in overtime.  The Pride had earlier eliminated the Alliance team 3-2 in a shootout in the Quarter-Finals.  All of the scores and results from the tournament are now posted.  Click HERE...

 

Sunday, September 11, 2005   

 

Bulldogs Come Up Empty in Consolation Semis...

 

 

Bantams Advance to Consolation Semi-Finals...

 

 

Saturday, September 10, 2005   

 

Toronto Drops Bantams into Consolation...

 

 

Bulldogs Eliminated in Shootout...

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Capital Center Pride - 3, Alliance - 2 (SO):  In a very close game where they came back from an 2-goal deficit to tie the game in the 2nd period, the Bulldogs fell to the Capital Centre Pride in a shootout after 2 scoreless over-times in the Quarter-Finals of the Little Caesars Motor City Cup in Detroit.   After a scoreless 1st period, all the goals that would be scored in the game would come in the 2nd period.  Read more HERE...

 

Squirt AA Drops a Close One in 1st Game...

 

Squirt AA:  Ice Jets '95 AAA - 7, Alliance - 5:  In their first NTXHL and regular season action against the Ice Jets '95 AAA, it was game that started off fast and never slowed down, as the Bulldogs took an early 1-0 lead just a minute into the game at Valley Ranch.  The Ice Jets fought back to tie the game 53 seconds later and then took a 2-1 lead 10 seconds after that.  At the end of the first period the Ice Jets were still up 2-1.  Read more HERE...  

 

MMinor AA Wins Impressively in 1st Game...

 

Midget Minor AA:  Alliance - 7, Stars - 1:  The Bulldogs faced a tough opponent in their first NTXHL and regular season game, and it was penalties and special teams all day, as they faced off against the Stars Select Saturday in Valley Ranch.  The Bulldogs would ride the strength of 2 short-handed goals, add 2 power play goals, and plenty of contact and intense action to skate away with a win in their first game of the season.  Read more HERE...

 

Bantams Battle to Tie...

 

 

MMinors Earn Quarter-Finals with 3rd Straight Win...

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Alliance - 5, Michigan Jaguars - 3:  In a very physical contest, the Bulldogs recovered from a let-down in the 2nd period to pull away from the Jaguars in Game 3, and advance to the Quarter-Finals as the #1 Seed from the Bowman Conference in the Little Caesars Motor City Cup in Detroit.   Alliance jumped out to an early 2-0 lead in the 1st period, but let the Jags get back into the game in the 2nd period, as they tied it up at 2-2 after 2 periods of play.  Read more HERE...

 

2 Alliance Games Today at Valley Ranch...

 

Squirt AA:  The Bulldogs will be facing a tough opponent right off the bat in their first NTXHL and regular season game, as they square off against the Ice Jets '95 AAA Saturday at 10:15am in Valley Ranch.  The Ice Jets are coming out of the Texas Shootout Tournament with a 3-1 record.

 

Midget Minor AA:  The Bulldogs will also be facing a tough opponent in their first NTXHL and regular season game, as they face off against the Stars Select Saturday at 1:30pm in Valley Ranch.  The Stars reached the finals in last week's Texas Shootout Tournament, and handed the Bulldogs their only league loss last season.  Should be some intense action between these two long-time rivals.

 

Friday, September 9, 2005    Toronto & Detroit Updates...

 

Alliance Returns Favor in Final Minute...

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Alliance - 3, Victory Honda - 2:  In a re-match of last year's Championship game, the Bulldogs and Victory Honda did not disappoint, as they took each other all the way into the last half minute of the game before deciding a winner in Game 2 of the Little Caesars Motor City Cup in Detroit.   With Alliance leading 2-1 with 25 seconds to go, the score would change twice before becoming final, as both teams never gave up on their hopes of winning.  Read more HERE...

 

Bantams Win Again...

 

Bulldogs Take Game 1 in Toronto...

 

Bantam AAA:  Alliance - 5, Markham - 2:  Alliance jumped out to a 2-0 lead at the end of the 1st period, and then rode the strength of 3 power play goals to beat the Markham Islanders early Friday morning in the Toronto Redwings Earlybird AAA Invitational Tournament.  The Bulldogs played it even with the Islanders in the 2nd frame, but Alliance would pull away with 2 more goals in the 3rd to make the final score 5-2.  Read more HERE...

 

Alliance Coasts in  Game 1 at Detroit...

 

Midget Minor AAA:  Alliance - 9, Jr. Jacks - 1:  The Bulldogs started slowly, but after a scoreless 1st period, scored 7 goals in the 2nd frame to go on to win Game 1 against the Cleveland Jr. Jacks in the Little Caesars Motor City Cup in Detroit.   Due to a running clock the entire 3rd period, Alliance only tallied 2 more while the Jackets ruined the shutout on a misplayed puck in the Bulldog defensive zone.   Read more HERE...

 

Thursday, September 8, 2005    4 Teams in Action this Weekend...

 

Four Alliance teams will see action this weekend, with the Squirt AA, Bantam AAA, and Midget Minor AA playing their first games of the season.  The Squirt AA and Midget Minor AA will be playing their first NTXHL games of the year here at home in Valley Ranch, while the Bantam AAA and Midget Minor AAA will be on the road to Toronto and Detroit respectively for Tier I tournament action.

 

Squirt AA:  The Bulldogs will be facing a tough opponent right off the bat in their first NTXHL and regular season game, as they square off against the Ice Jets '95 AAA Saturday at 10:15am in Valley Ranch.  The Ice Jets are coming out of the Texas Shootout Tournament with a 3-1 record.

 

Bantam AAA:  Alliance picked a tough tournament for their first action of the season, as they travel to Toronto, Ontario  to play in the annual Toronto Redwings Earlybird AAA Invitational Tournament.  They will play against some of the top Tier I programs in the Northeast US and Ontario.  Their first game will be Friday morning against the Markham Islanders, followed by the Richmond Hill Stars Friday afternoon.   For schedule and results, click HERE...

 

Midget Minor AA:  The Bulldogs will also be facing a tough opponent in their first NTXHL and regular season game, as they face off against the Stars Select Saturday at 1:30pm in Valley Ranch.  The Stars reached the finals in last week's Texas Shootout Tournament, and handed the Bulldogs their only league loss last season.  Should be some intense action between these two long-time rivals.

 

Midget Minor AAA:  The Bulldogs do not get much time off after their tournament last week in Boston, as they hit the road today for the Little Caesars Motor City Cup in Detroit.  They will play twice on Friday, first against the Cleveland Jr. Jacks in the morning, then come back for a night cap against Victory Honda.   The Bulldogs defeated Honda 2-1 in the final last year and come in as the Defending Champions.  For schedules, scores, results, and standings, click HERE...

 

Monday, September 5, 2005    Texas Shootout Update...

 

Squirt A: Ice Jets AAA - 9, Alliance - 0:  Playing the morning following a huge emotional comeback win while playing a very good AAA team proved too much for the Bulldogs to overcome in their final game of the Texas Shootout Tournament Labor Day morning at Valley Ranch.  The Ice Jets took the lead for good only 10 seconds into the 1st period and never looked back. The Jets also scored at the end of the period with only 14 seconds left, with 2 more in between for a 4-0 lead after one period of play.  Read more HERE...

 

PeeWee AA1: Ice Jets ’93 AA – 1, Alliance - 0:   Expectations were high as to how these two teams would compete against each other and just as expected, each team went toe-to-toe in a high tempo game Monday afternoon at Farmers Branch. The game was as close as the score indicated, with the Ice Jets '93 AA edging the Bulldogs by one for the right to advance to the finals of the Texas Shootout Tournament in Farmers Branch.  Read more HERE...

 

Bantam AA:  Alliance - 7, Ice Jets '91/92 AA - 0:  The Bulldogs started slow, but scored 4 goals in the 2nd period and cruised the rest of the way to shut out the Ice Jets '91/92 AA in a Consolation Game of the Texas Shootout Tournament in Plano Monday afternoon.   Big factors in the second period were the 5:00 major and 4:00 double minor penalties the Ice Jets received, and as a result, the Bulldogs scored 2 power play goals to increase their lead to 3-0 just under 3 minutes into the frame.  Read more HERE...

 

Sunday, September 4, 2005    Texas Shootout & Mass Tier I Updates...

 

Squirt A: Alliance - 5, LS Wolves - 4 (SO):  Bulldogs never quit, and boy did they have an opportunity to break that rule Sunday afternoon at Valley Ranch.   But true to their name, these 'Dogs took a bite of the Wolves in the 3rd period and never let go, scoring 3 unanswered goals in the last half of the final frame to force a shootout which they won to take Game 3 of the Texas Shootout Tournament.  

 

What appeared to be tight game through 2 periods would be broken open by the Wolves in the 3rd, as they increased their lead to 3-0 and then to 4-1 before the Bulldogs would come to life.  Read more HERE...

 

PeeWee AA1: Alliance - 6, LS Wolves Major - 2:  The Bulldogs rebounded from their heart-breaking loss in the morning to come back and beat the LS Wolves Major Sunday evening in the Texas Shootout Tournament at Farmers Branch.  The Wolves first shift surprised the Bulldogs by taking the opening face off down and scoring 13 seconds into the game for a 1-0 early lead.  The Wolves wrist shot tipped off the Bulldogs goalie glove and into the net.   Not to be rattled, the Bulldogs kept to their game plan knowing hard work and determination would pay off, and at 6:05 the Bulldogs found the back of the net to tie the game at 1-1 on an even strength goal.   Read more HERE...

 

PeeWee AA1: DJHA '93 - 4, Alliance - 3:  The Bulldogs looked to build off their win Saturday night with a Sunday morning charge against the Penguins, only to be edged out in the remaining seconds of the game in this Texas Shootout Tournament contest in Farmers Branch.  The first four minutes of the game were probably the Bulldogs best at applying constant pressure in the Penguin zone, but they could not convert. Much of the first period was a lot of back and forth by both teams and at 3:36, Alliance would capitalize on a Penguin defensive breakdown and score on a walk in goal to make it 1-0.  At the end of one period, shots were fairly low for both teams as Alliance had 5, DJHA 4.  Read more HERE...

 

Bantam AA: Alliance - 2, Texas Aces AA - 0:  The Bulldogs rode the back of their goalie and made a 2nd period short-handed goal standup for a shutout win over the Texas Aces AA in the Texas Shootout Tournament in Plano Sunday evening.  It was a very tightly checked and defensive game, with neither team getting many quality scoring chances until late in the final period.  Read more HERE...

 

Midget Minor AAA: Pittsburgh Hornets - 3, Alliance - 2:  Alliance found themselves chasing from behind all day in this one, and were eliminated by the Pittsburgh Hornets in Game 5 of the Massachusetts Tier I Labor Day Face-Off in Marlboro, Massachusetts.   The Bulldogs took enough penalties to give the big and quick Hornets room to tally 2 of their 3 goals on the man advantage.  Pittsburgh heads into the Semi-Finals at 4-1, and the Bulldogs' record evened up at 2-2-1 thus far on the new season.  Alliance does not have much time to reflect on this one, as they hit the road again this next weekend for the Motor City Classic in Detroit.

 

Midget Minor AAA: Alliance - 6, 495 Stars - 1:  Alliance caught their breath and came out refreshed Sunday morning, and it showed in their win over the 495 Stars (Mass) in Game 4 of the Massachusetts Tier I Labor Day Face-Off in Marlboro, Massachusetts.   The Bulldogs took a 2-1 lead into the 2nd period, added one in the 2nd, and then iced the game with 3 more in the 3rd to run their tournament and season record to 2-1-1 thus far.  Alliance can earn a spot in the Semi-Finals with a win tonight over the Pittsburgh Hornets, who lost Sunday morning 4-0 to the New Jersey Devils.

 

Saturday, September 3, 2005    Texas Shootout & Mass Tier I Updates...

 

Squirt A: Alliance - 5, DJHA '96 - 0:  The Bulldogs rebounded just fine from earlier in the day and shut out the DJHA Minor '96 team in Game 2 of the Texas Shootout Tournament in Valley Ranch on Saturday afternoon.  The Bulldogs took a 1-0 lead just 1:40 into the game on a deflected shot from the point that went 5-hole on the goalie, and they never looked back.  Read more HERE...

 

Squirt A: DJHA '95 - 7,  Alliance - 2:  The Bulldogs battled tough against a good DJHA Major '95 team in their 2005-2006 Season Opener, but came up short in the Texas Shootout Tournament in Valley Ranch.    DJHA jumped out to a 2-0 lead with goals at 9:12 and 5:45 of the 1st period, but the Bulldogs would respond just 19 seconds later to make a 2-1 DHJA lead at the end of the 1st period.  Read more HERE...

 

PeeWee AA1: Alliance - 3, Texas Aces-Green - 2:   Saturday afternoon at the OK-Coral (aka: Valley Ranch) turned into a real shootout between the Bulldogs and the Aces-Green in which the Bulldogs won in a real thriller.  There was no lack of excitement or effort in this high flying game as the Bulldogs came out itching to score first and did so with an even strength goal at 11:30 into the game to take a 1-0 lead. Both teams came out with a lot of jump in their step and challenged each other back and forth.   Read more HERE...

 

 

Bantam AA: Alliance - 6, DJHA '91 - 3:  The Bulldogs rebounded from their heart-breaking loss in the morning to come back and beat DJHA '91 AA Saturday afternoon in the Texas Shootout Tournament in Plano. 

 

It was a penalty-filled game with four of the 9 goals coming on the man advantage, and the game started fast, with seven of the goals coming in the 1st period.  Read more HERE...

 

Bantam AA: Ice Jets AAA - 5, Alliance - 4 (SO):  The Bulldogs gave the Ice Jets '92 AAA all they wanted, holding 1-goal leads three times before the Jets would tie it late in the 3rd to force a shootout Saturday morning in the Texas Shootout Tournament in Plano.    The Ice Jets would take the game by winning the shootout 2-1 through four skaters on each team. 

 

Alliance fell behind 1-0 just over a minute into the game on the first of 3 Ice Jet power play goals.  The 'Dogs would battle back to tie it at 1-1 with 6:30 left on the strength of a nice shorthanded goal on a 3 on 1.  Alliance would take their first lead a minute and a half later on a shot from the point that created a rebound and shot over the downed goalie for a 2-1 Bulldog lead at the end of the 1st period.   Read more HERE...

 

 

Midget Minor AAA: Chicago Chill - 1, Alliance - 0:  The Bulldogs appeared to run out of steam as they played their 3rd tough game in the last 2 days, and couldn't muster any scoring as they lost their first game of the season to the Chicago Chill in Game 3 of the Massachusetts Tier I Labor Day Face-Off in Marlboro, Massachusetts.   Read more HERE...

 

Midget Minor AAA: Alliance - 3, NJ Devils - 2:  It was another penalty-filled battle for Alliance again, but this time the Bulldogs came out on top over the New Jersey Devils in Game 2 of the Massachusetts Tier I Labor Day Face-Off in Marlboro, Massachusetts.   Both teams appeared to be irritated with each other in this re-match of last year's 2005 USA Hockey National Championship contest.  Read more HERE...

 

 

Friday, September 2, 2005    Season Openers on Friday...

 

Bantam AA: Stars - 4, Alliance - 2:  The Bulldogs' power play was their demise in the 2005-2006 Season Opener, falling to the Stars Major AA  Friday night in the Texas Shootout Tournament in Plano.   

 

Alliance had two man advantage opportunities in the 3rd period, but not only could not convert, but allowed the Stars to tally two shorthanded goals to make the difference in the game.  Falling behind 2-0 after the first period, the Bulldogs brought it to within one at 2-1 after 2 periods of play.  Just over 4 minutes into the 3rd period, the Stars extended their lead to 3-1 on their first of the two shorthanded goals, on a breakaway.  Read more HERE...

 

 

Midget Minor AAA: Alliance - 1, NH Monarchs - 1:  The 2005-2006 Season Opener could have gone either way, but ended up not going to either team in a 1-1 tie in Game 1 of the Massachusetts Tier I Labor Day Face-Off in Marlboro, Massachusetts.   It was a parade to the penalty box for both teams, as both the Bulldogs and the New Hampshire Jr. Monarchs continually were put on the man advantage throughout the contest.  Both teams were able to tally a power play goal, but could not muster any even strength scores. 

 

The Bulldogs will continue play with two more games on Saturday, first against the New Jersey Devils, who defeated the defending U16 Tier I National Champion Mid-Fairfield Blues 2-0 on Friday, and then against the Chicago Chill, winners over the NJ Titans 7-0 in their opener.

 

 

Wednesday, August 31, 2005    Season Starts this Weekend for 4 Teams...

 

 

The Midget Minor AAA team will be playing in the Massachusetts Tier I Labor Day Face-Off.  They will face some of the top Tier I U16 teams in the nation, including the New Jersey Devils, who they narrowly lost to 4-3 in their final game of the 2005 USA Hockey National Championships.

 

 

Monday, August 29, 2005    Additional Player Profile Pictures Posted...

 

 

Wednesday, August 24, 2005    Labor Day Weekend Practice Schedules Revised...

 

Due to painting being done at the StarCenter in Frisco, the practice schedules for those teams not playing in a tournament over the Labor Day Weekend have been REVISED for Sunday September 4th as indicated below.   Please note that all practices that weekend will be in Frisco, with the Sunday times now in the Stars rink.

 

Squirt AA	Sept 4th	Sunday	practice	10:00-11:30am	Frisco/Stars
Bantam AAA	Sept 4th	Sunday	practice	8:15-9:45am	Frisco/Stars
Midget Minor AA	Sept 4th	Sunday	practice	11:45-1:15pm	Frisco/Stars
Midget Major AA	Sept 4th	Sunday	practice	1:30-3:00pm	Frisco/Stars

 

 

Tuesday, August 23, 2005    Player Profile Pictures Posted...

 

 

Thursday, August 18, 2005    Labor Day Weekend Practice Schedules...

 

The Practice Schedules for those teams not playing in a tournament over the Labor Day Weekend have been posted for all teams, please note that all practices that weekend will be in Frisco.

 

Tuesday, August 16, 2005    Dallas Cup Update - U14AAA Tier I Bantam Division Added...

 

 

Due to popular demand, we have now added a U14AAA Tier I Bantam Division.    If your team would be interested in playing in a U14 Division, please send an email to Alliance Bantam AAA Coach Greg Vanover at gvan23@yahoo.com, as we are now accepting U14AAA applications. 

 

We will accept eight (8) teams into the U14 Division.  To read more or to apply, click HERE...

 

 

Monday, August 15, 2005    Updated Off-Ice Schedules...

 

The Off-Ice Training Schedules have been updated for all teams, please be sure to check your team schedule for changes, or you can go to the Training Calendar to see them as well.

 

Wednesday, August 10, 2005    Parent Meetings...

 

Midget Minor AAA:  A Parent Meeting has been scheduled for this Thursday, August 11th at 6:30pm in the Alliance locker room area for the Midget Minor AAA team.   Please check your email for items and information to bring.

 

PeeWee AA2:  We will have a Parent Meeting this Saturday, August 13th at 9:00 AM in the Alliance locker room area before practice.  Off-Ice sessions have been added, please refer to the schedule for dates and times.

 

Monday, August 8, 2005   Midget Major AA Meeting and Tryout...

 

ANY prospective Midget aged player (Birthyears 87-90) and all currently signed Alliance Midget Major AA players are asked to attend a meeting and practice this Wednesday August 10th in Valley Ranch.  The meeting will be at 7:00pm in the overlook, with a practice at 9:00pm for ALL players.  There is no charge to participate in this skate, parents are also invited, and the plans for our Midget Major AA team will be discussed at this time.

 

Rosters and Schedules have been posted for all teams, please click on the team link along the side of the web site for the team you want to see.  Player profile pictures and additional information is in the process of being collected, and the pages will be updated as this information is received.  If you see a need for a correction or have additional information (and you probably will), please notify your team manager.

 

Tuesday, August 2, 2005   Tom Kostopoulos Signs NHL Contract with LA Kings...

 

Tom Kostopoulos, brother of Alliance Director of Hockey and Midget Minor AAA Coach Chris Kostopoulos, signed a 2-year NHL contract yesterday to play for the Los Angeles Kings of the Western Conference. 

 

Originally selected by Pittsburgh in the seventh round (104th overall) in the 1999 NHL Entry Draft, Kostopoulos has appeared in 79 career NHL games, all with the Penguins, and has 26 points (10 goals, 16 assists) and 76 penalty minutes.  

 

Tom most recently spent the NHL lockout playing for the LA Kings affiliate Manchester Monarchs of the American Hockey League (AHL).  For more information on Tom's signing, click HERE...

 

Monday, August 1, 2005   Midget Major AA Tryouts Revised...

 

Due to the on-going process of the Valley Ranch ice schedules being modified, the previously announced additional Midget Major AA Tryouts for August 10th, 13th, and 20th are being re-scheduled.   Once the new dates and times have been determined, an announcement will be made here on the Alliance web site.

 

 

Friday, July 29, 2005    Alliance to Host U16 Tier I AAA Dallas Cup 2006...

 

The 4th Annual Dallas Cup Invitational Tournament will be held in Dallas January 27-29, 2006, and this year, the Alliance Youth Hockey Association is proud to be the Host for the U16 Minor Midget AAA Division.  

 

The U18 Major Midget AAA Division will be hosted by the Dallas Stars Major Midget AAA club.  Each year, some of the top Tier I AAA programs send their best to Dallas for this tough tournament.  The Alliance Bulldogs are the 2005 Dallas Cup defending Champions of the U16 Tier I AAA Division.

The Alliance Bulldogs are pleased to invite teams in the U16 Tier I AAA Division to apply here for the Dallas Cup tournament.   If you have a U14 Bantam AAA Team that would interested in playing in a U14 Division, please send us an email at chrisk29@sbcglobal.net, as we are still considering adding a U14 Division.   For information on the 2006 Dallas Cup, click HERE...

Monday, July 25, 2005    In Memory...

 

 

On Sunday, June 12, 2005, Neil Amy, owner of Illusion Sports Productions and hockey play-by-play announcer, passed away.   Neil was on his regular morning run when he suffered a fatal heart attack.  Neil was a permanent fixture at the Highland Park High School Hockey games, where he video broadcasted all HP Scot games.  He also video broadcasted many other DFW area sporting events, including the 2005 Dallas Cup Tournament.

 

All Alliance players, coaches, and families join the Highland Park Scots and the rest of the DFW hockey family in offering our most sincere condolences to the Amy family for the loss of Neil.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you.  

 

If you care to send a note to the Amy family, their address is listed below.   No game tapes will be available until further notice.  An announcement will be made here on the Alliance web site when a decision is made about game tape availability. 

 

                  Neil Amy Family

                  806 Hartsdale Drive

                     Dallas, Texas  75211

                     214-331-2269

 

Tuesday, July 19, 2005   Additional Midget Major AA Tryouts...

 

Alliance is now looking to fill out its roster for our Midget Major AA Team for the upcoming 2005-2006 season, so we have scheduled three (3) additional tryout sessions for this age group.  There will be no cost to attend these sessions, and all current Alliance Midget Major AA players under contract are required to attend.

 

If you are looking to compete at the U18 AAA/AA Midget Major level while playing for one of the most respected coaches in the country (Cosmo Clarke), mark your calendar to attend these sessions which will be held at our Valley Ranch facility.  Last season, this team won the Texas U18 Tier II State Championship and reached the finals of the USA Hockey Rocky Mountain District Championships in Phoenix.

 

 

 

Tuesday, July 12, 2005   USA Hockey Registration now available On-Line...

 

Effective for the 2005-2006 season, USA Hockey is going to online registration for all players, officials, and coaches.  Last year they had a test program with some associations to work out the kinks and it is now available to all associations.  Several Alliance players and coaches have used the new on-line registration and it was very easy. 

 

Players that don't want to online register don't have to, however, but it is the preferred method by USA Hockey and will probably to mandated in seasons to come.  Alliance also prefers that our players and coaches use this on-line method as well.  For more details and information about the on-line registration process, click HERE...

 

 

Saturday, June 25, 2005   Pre-Season Training Camps Scheduled...

 

After your refreshing break for summer activities, it will back to the ice for the Alliance Pre-Season Team Training Camps the 2nd week of August.   Mark your calendars now, as indicated below is the specific schedule for each team.  The official Alliance practices will start the following week, so have fun this summer and be prepared come August!

 

 

 

Thursday, June 16, 2005   Training Camp Completed...

 

Our Annual Spring Training Camp is now completed and Alliance would like to thank all the players that participated this year.  The Coaches had a great time and got a chance to see a lot of good hockey players.  We hope you had fun and got better, and we look forward to seeing you use those improved skills during the upcoming season this fall.

 

For Alliance players, it's time for a break for some summer activities, and then back to the ice for the Alliance Pre-Season Team Training Camps the week of August 8th.   Check back here in late July for the specific schedule for your team.  The official Alliance practices will start August 15th, so have fun this summer and be prepared come August!

 

Wednesday, June 8, 2005   Training Camp Schedule Changes...

 

Sorry for the late notice, but the schedule for the last week of our Spring Training Camp is being modified as indicated below.  The PeeWees will remain the same, but all other groups have some type of change.   In general, the Squirts & Mites will skate and work out together at the same time, as well as the 91/92s, and the Midget Groups 1 & 2.  The modified sessions are indicated in BOLD and RED, and the deleted sessions are indicated by the strike-through.

 

 

Squirt A Bulldogs...

The moment everyone has been waiting for has finally arrived.   We will have our first team meeting/practice this coming Saturday, June 11 at Valley Ranch. The schedule will be as follows:

                                     11:30-12:30 Off-Ice training for 30-45 minutes

                                     12:30-1:30 On-Ice Practice

The team meeting will take place after the on-ice practice and after the kids have had a chance to get changed. We apologize for the somewhat late notice, but the coaches want to get everyone together before the summer gets into full swing.

Saturday, May 21, 2005     Alliance Apparel Order Form Available...

 

You can save some time by knowing the items that will be available during Apparel Day, and their associated cost.  The revised Alliance Apparel Order Form is available for download on the Merchandise page by clicking HERE...  Print and fill out the form in advance to save time!

 

Friday, May 20, 2005     Alliance Players Advance to National Festivals...

 

Congratulations to the Alliance players listed below that were recently selected at the Rocky Mountain District (RMD) Development Camp in Salt Lake City to participate in the USA Hockey National Festival in their respective age groups.  Also making the National Boys U16 Festival is former Alliance Bulldog Colin Haas, who was promoted to the Dallas Stars Midget Major AAA team during this past season.  For more information about the Festivals, click here...

 

 

 

Tuesday, May 17, 2005     Alliance Apparel Day and Team Meetings...

 

The 2005 Alliance Apparel Day will be this Sunday, May 22nd at Valley Ranch.  In addition to selecting and ordering team and individual Alliance apparel, all teams except the Squirt A will be having Team Meetings as well.  The Squirt AA (Kostopoulos), PeeWee AA (Cosmo), and Midget Major AA (Cosmo) teams will also be skating.

 

Please refer to the schedule below for your respective assigned times and locations.  If you are unable to select apparel at your assigned time, you may attend a different time at your convenience.  Team Meetings are mandatory for players, and Parents are encouraged to attend.

 

 

 

 

Tuesday, May 3, 2005     Alliance Well Represented at RMD Development Camp...

 

Congratulations to the Alliance players listed below that were recently selected at the Texas Affiliate Camp (TAC) in Houston to represent Texas and Oklahoma at the Rocky Mountain District (RMD) Development Camp, which is scheduled for May 4-8 at the Olympic Oval in Salt Lake City, Utah.  For more information about the RMD Camp, click here...

 

 

 

 

Thursday, April 28, 2005     Birth-year 1997 Tryout Change...

 

Due to a ruling just received by Alliance yesterday from the DFW Hockey Oversight Committee (HOC), 1997 Birth-year players are NOT allowed to play Squirt Travel Hockey in the 2005-2006 season unless they played Squirt Travel last season, 2004-2005.  1997 Players must provide evidence they comply with this DFW HOC ruling prior to being allowed to try out at Alliance.

 

If you are a 1997 Birth-year Player, have already registered on-line for Alliance Tryouts, and cannot meet this requirement, we will refund your $75.00 fee.  We will be calling those 1997s that registered on-line to determine their status in this regard.  If you are a 1997 and meet this requirement, you are certainly welcome and encouraged to try out for our Squirt teams.

 

Tuesday, April 26, 2005     Alliance Well Represented at Texas High School State Championship Game...

 

Congratulations to Alliance Coaches Cosmo Clarke (Plano West) and Chris Kostopoulos (Highland Park) for taking their respective High School teams to the Championship Game of the Texas High School State Championships this past weekend in Frisco, Texas. 

 

Someone had to come out on top, but they waited until almost 12 minutes were gone in the first overtime frame before Plano West scored the only goal of the game to give the Wolves a 1-0 sudden-death victory.  Also on the bench for Plano West were Jaz Hayden (Alliance Bantam AA & PeeWee AA) and Pete Bailey (Midget Major AA Assistant).

 

Players from Alliance on the Plano West squad included Graylyn Douglas, Gregory Douglas, Drew Jenkins, Justin Jez, Matt Burns, Mark Adams, and Ryan Merkow.  Alliance players for Highland Park were Jeff Condry and Locke Jillson.

 

 

Friday, April 22, 2005    Tryout Schedules have been revised...

 

Due to unforeseen conflicts, the Saturday Schedules for Tryouts coming up on April 30th have been revised.  The Squirts and Midget Minors will be skating at Euless on Saturday, and all other groups will be at Valley Ranch.  Also, because our teams will not be selected to be age pure, the PeeWee groups are now divided by A-L and M-Z, in lieu of by birth-year as previously scheduled.  If you have already registered and now are unable to try out, please let us know, and we will refund your payment if already made.

 

We have also now posted the Alliance Tryout Procedures.  Please review and be familiar with these procedures during the tryout process.

 

Friday, April 22, 2005 

 

Frozen Four - Contest Winner Collects Prize

 

On Wednesday night, we presented the 1st Place Prize of the inaugural Alliance Frozen Four Brackett Contest.   First Place Winner Sean Heidrick made his choice of our 3 prizes to choose from, selecting the professionally framed 30" x28" authenticated autographed picture of Boston Bruin Bobby Orr scoring the Stanley Cup winning goal in overtime on May 10, 1970.

 

Sean lives in Plano where he attends Rice Middle School, and last year played defense for the Dallas Storm Bantam AA team.  Congratulations to Sean, and good luck during the upcoming tryouts!

 

Tuesday, April 19, 2005

 

Our Spring Training Camp is off and running!   Camp players are getting ready for Tryouts coming up on April 30th.  A few pictures from the first week...

 

          

Coach Jaz Hayden explains a drill        Camp player doing the drill            Coach Dwight Mullins makes his point    

 

Sunday, April 10, 2005     Spring Training Camp...

 

Thank you to all the camp participants that attended our Pre-Camp Orientation Meetings.   Players picked up their jersey and last bits of instructions, parents got an opportunity to visit with the Alliance coaches, and tour our Training Facility at our home rink of Valley Ranch.  See you guys starting this week!

 

        

 

For those that want to pay their remaining balance by credit card, click HERE to proceed with payment through "Count Me In Sports".   When you get to the "Count Me In" web page for the Alliance Spring Camp 2005, click on "Register Now" button.

 

Saturday, April 9, 2005   

 

Results for the Frozen Four Contest are in!  To see, click HERE...

 

If you are in our Spring Camp, don't forget the Orientation Meetings tomorrow, Sunday April 10th.  For times, click HERE..

 

Friday, April 8, 2005   

 

Tryouts for the 2005-2006 Teams indicated below will be held starting on Saturday, April 30^th.  Tryouts on Saturday will be held at both Valley Ranch and Euless.  All other tryouts on Sunday through Tuesday will be held at Valley Ranch.  All age groups except U18 Midget Majors will skate twice on Saturday.  

 

The number of players will be reduced following the last skate of each age group on Sunday, followed by additional sessions for the smaller groups Monday and Tuesday.  Tryout fee is $75 for on-line registration and $90 at the rink on tryout day.  To Register, click HERE...

 

Schedule by Date/Time                             Schedule by Age Groups

 

2005-2006 Alliance Bulldogs Coaches and Teams...

 

Alliance is please to announce Teams and Coaches for the 2005-2006 Season.  We will continue to build upon the success we have had in the past at the highest competitive levels, and introduce a new Development Program at the Squirt & PeeWee levels.

 

Our Midget Major and Midget Minor teams will continue to work closely with the Dallas Stars Midget Major AAA club coached by Dwight Mullins, developing and placing players in situations and competitive environments that will allow them the opportunities to achieve their hockey goals.

 

All of our teams from the PeeWee level and up will play very competitive schedules, including Tier I AAA competition and tournament play, culminating with State, District, and National Championship play at the Tier Levels indicated below.

 

 

 

Jr. Bulldog AA Development Program:  Alliance is also pleased to introduce our new Junior Bulldog AA Development Program at the Squirt & PeeWee levels.  Alliance recognizes this as a critical age for beginning the proper development of the youth hockey player who has aspirations of competing at the higher levels when they get older. 

 

With that in mind, we will have experienced Alliance coaches lead these teams in their development and competition throughout the season.  Our Midget and Bantam Coaches will team together, 2 per team, to provide the coaching and training of these players in each practice and game during the season.