It’s official, Perth Thunders first ever finals appearance is against Newcastle North Stars. This was confirmed this afternoon after the North Stars defeated Melbourne Ice with an emphatic 5 – 1 victory. Thunder Head Coach Stan Scott and Assistant Coach Aaron Hoffman will have their thinking caps on all week as they plan their respective strategies […]
Live Streaming Decision Reversed
Will Brodie of The Age in Melbourne, articulates a mega article on the fallout of the AIHL’s original decision last Wednesday to ban the Finals Livestream. The back flip of the AIHL that followed just over 24 hours later was all about the power of modern day social media & the role that passionate fans […]
Perth Thunder Storms Into Finals
NEWSFLASH: Hot off the press, official confirmation has been received that a major Thunder Storm is Brewing in the West and is heading East at a rate of knots with this Thunder Storm now guaranteed to arrive in Melbourne on Saturday 7th September 2013. Forecasters have confirmed that the eye of this ferocious Thunder Storm […]
Coach & Crew Make It Through
NEWSFLASH: Hot off the press, official confirmation has been received that a major Thunder Storm is Brewing in the West and is heading East at a rate of knots with this Thunder Storm now guaranteed to arrive in Melbourne on Saturday 7th September 2013. Forecasters have confirmed that the eye of this ferocious Thunder Storm […]
Thunder v Bears 6 Valuable Points
In what can only be described as a tough week for us with a few late season injuries and people with the flu, the weekend’s games looked to be dangerous. I would never underestimate the Sydney Bears they are giant killers at times. They play a very defensive trapping game which can be really hard […]
The Hoffs Radio Interview
Thunder fans you simply must take a few minutes to listen to Assistant Coach Aaron Hoffman speaking with radio 990am about the season to date for Thunder, one of the best interviews all season – well done Aaron and oh – happy birthday for the weekend! CLICK HERE to listen to Aaron’s outstanding interview … […]
Coach Stans Adrenaline Analysis
A very tough Adrenaline road trip August 10 and 11 with two very hard games against a high quality team fighting to stay in the playoff race was the mission. Saturday’s game was a contest of tactics and goalkeepers. I was discussing with Rob Cox and The Hoff on the flight over about how we rarely […]
Adrenaline Out … Perth Thunder In
After Thunder’s devastating double header demolition of Adrenaline on the weekend, Thunder’s battle for a top 4 finish on the AIHL ladder just hotted up to EXTREME. Saturday – Thunder 6 defeated Adrenaline 4 Sunday – Thunder 4 defeated Adrenaline 3 With a top 4 finish and destiny now firmly in our own control, […]
Will Brodies Finals Forecast
Will Brodie, well respected sports reporter for The Age online has Perth Thunder very much in the firing line as final contenders for season 2013. Checkout his thoughts and analysis of the potential make-up of the AIHL finals with a very candid overview of all the AIHL teams prospects. Read Will Brodie’s online article – […]
Hamiltons Residency A Reality
Exciting News Thunder Fans – it’s official and just announced today 6th August 2013. Ontario-born Sean Hamilton has received his Australian residency and is now eligible to play for Perth Thunder as a local player which will certainly boost our playing ranks as Thunder push towards the finals. Hamilton, who played 6 games at the […]
One On One With Fred Coutts
Read all about Perth Thunder Number 11 – Fred Coutts – close up and personal in an interview with MarchHockey with a great perspective and an insight to Fred’s thoughts on the AIHL and what drives his ambitions. Fred Coutts is a Canadian born Aussie who’s currently playing over in the Australian Ice Hockey […]
Can You Thunder Past Thor!
Youngster Sam Lamb (son of Richie) was the first challenger to take on Thunder Mascot Thor earlier in the season and was victorious against Thor … now it’s your chance! All part of Perth Thunders 50 games in the AIHL celebration weekend August 17 and August 18 is the Thunder Past Thor Mascot Race. So […]