There regular season may be ending in a couple of weeks, but the special events at Pullar Stadium are in full swing, and there are plenty to choose from.

This weekend is “Military Weekend” along with “Parents Weekend”. All active duty or retired military personnel can purchase their ticket, with a valid id, for only $5.00, all weekend long. The parents of the Soo Eagles players, as well as housing parents, will be honored Saturday night, during the 1st intermission.

On Friday, the Soo Eagles will recognize a couple of local hockey teams, who achieved some very big things this season. During Friday’s 1st intermission, the Sault High Blue Devil hockey team will be recognized. They finished state runners-up in Division 3 this month. During Friday’s 2nd intermission, the St. Ignace Midget hockey team will be recognized for their recent state title.

Three periods of regulation and an overtime session were not enough to settle matters as the Port Huron Fighting Falcons defeated the Soo Eagles in a shootout 4-3 (1-0 SO).
The two teams needed nine turns to complete the shootout.

Port Huron came back from a one-goal deficit to capture the victory. The Fighting Falcons was down 3-2 after a power play goal by Soo's Jared VanWormer at 3:46 in the third period. Port Huron knotted things up at 3-3 on a goal by Tyler Spezia at 6:43 in the third period.

In a losing effort, the Eagles were led by Michael Crowley, who grabbed two goals. Crowley scored the first of his two goals at 3:28 into the first period to make the score 1-0 Soo. Mike Sabatini assisted on the tally. Crowley's next tally made the score 2-2 with 5:47 left in the second period. Sabatini provided the assist.

The Fighting Falcons put 34 shots on net during the contest, more than the 24.0 they average per game.

Port Huron was helped by Mitch Maloney, who racked up one goal. Maloney scored 17:51 into the first period to make the score 1-1. Dan Dupell assisted on the tally. Port Huron also got a goal from Brett DAndrea as well. Other players who recorded assists for Port Huron were Alex Archibald, David Parrottino, Dunk Abbott, Nick Horne, and Rick DeRosa, who each chipped in one.

Soo stifled the Fighting Falcons' power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man.

More assists for Soo came via Matt Menta, who had two and Sean Murphy and Eric Rivard, who contributed one a piece.

Alex Blankenburg recorded 22 saves for Port Huron. The Fighting Falcons incurred 14 minutes in penalty time with seven minors. Skoog Paige made 30 saves for the Eagles on 33 shots. Soo incurred 10 minutes in penalty time with five minors.

The Port Huron Fighting Falcons gutted out a close 4-2 win against the Soo Eagles.

Port Huron gained the winning advantage on a goal by Dan Dupell 2:14 into the third period and hung on until final buzzer.

The Fighting Falcons were led by Dupell, who registered one goal.

Port Huron managed to stay out of the box better than usual, racking up one minor for two minutes in penalty time. The Fighting Falcons finished below its season average of 17.0 penalty minutes per game. Port Huron's offense was clicking better than usual and put 43 shots on goal during the game, better than the 23.9 shots per game it averages.

Port Huron additionally got points from Tyler Spezia, who also finished with one goal and one assist to lead the team in points. Port Huron also got a goal from Easton Powers as well. Other players who recorded assists for Port Huron were Brett DAndrea, who had two and Ryan Nick, David Parrottino, Mitch Maloney, Nick Horne, and Rick DeRosa, who each chipped in one.

Soo managed to stay out of the box better than usual, totaling one minor for two minutes in penalty time. The Eagles wound up below its season average of 16.0 penalty minutes per game.

Soo was helped by Pat Thompson, who grabbed one goal. Thompson scored 10:08 into the second period to make the score 2-0 Soo. Brandon Adams picked up the assist. Cody Von Reuden also scored for Soo. In addition, Soo received assists from Mike Sabatini, Robin Hoglund, and Michael Crowley, who contributed one a piece.

Max Milosek recorded 21 saves for the Fighting Falcons. Port Huron registered zero goals on one power play opportunities. Tyler Marble made 39 saves for the Eagles on 43 shots. Soo registered zero goals on one power play opportunities.

The North American Hockey League (NAHL) has announced the playoff format for the 2013 Robertson Cup playoffs, which begins the first week in April.

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By Randy Russon – Miki Media

Soo Eagles have shrugged off a sluggish start to become a soaring success in their debut season in the North American Hockey League.

Formerly of the Northern Ontario Jr. Hockey League, the Eagles started the 2012-2013 NAHL season with a 0-3-1 record at the league’s Showcase Tournament.

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As the boys get ready for the last month of an exciting season, and before they start the playoffs, the Soo Eagles ownership and staff want to let fans and parents know, that they will be hosting their “Parents Weekend” on March 22-23, when the Eagles will face the Springfield Jr. Blues, at Pullar Stadium.

Friday, March 22 is Sault High night, as the Eagles will honor the Blue Devil hockey team, who was state runner-up this season, and the students of Sault Area high school. The Eagles will also recognize the St. Ignace State Champion midget team, as well as a pair of area youth teams skating between the 1st and 2nd periods.

One exciting feature next weekend, will be an auction for the military jerseys (as seen is the picture above) that will be worn to recognize our local military veterans. This auction will take place after Saturday’s game, and if you are unable to make it to the Pullar, there will be on line bidding available. There will also be a meet and greet at the Pullar before one of the games.

Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario Elementary School Weekend will be on March 29-30, when the Eagles close the regular season against the Janesville Jets. Just like the weekend with elementary school students from Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, all elementary students in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, will get in free with a paid adult. On Saturday, March 30, the Eagles will be holding their Jersey Night.

If you have any questions or require further information, please contact Shirley Farnquist at (906) 259-0522 or email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .