Newcastle Northstars
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Split weekend in Brisbane’s Intra-Conference Match-Up
Brisbane Lightning defeated the Newcastle Northstars 5-4 on Saturday night in overtime in the Australian Ice Hockey League (AIHL). Taking the first two of three points of the weekend in their bid for a playoff position on the Rurak Standings. On Sunday night, the Northstars turned the tables, defeating the Lightning 5-1. They took home…
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Are the tables turning for Newcastle with win over Rhinos?
Newcastle Northstars 4 defeated Central Coast Rhinos 3 in a crucial game to break their losing streak and get back into the winning column in the Australian Ice Hockey League (AIHL). This game and momentum were important for Newcastle to find and establish as they look ahead to their road trip and a doubleheader against…
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Clickin’ Tenders
One of the hot topics in any AIHL season is always goaltending. In the first half of the 2024 AIHL season, we have seen some incredible goaltending – from imports and locals alike. If you feel like it has been even better than last year, you’re not wrong. The overall save percentage for AIHL goalies…
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Around the AIHL – Round 11
Upsets, close games, blowouts, round 11 of Australian Ice Hockey League (AIHL) action had it all and more. Here’s a quick trip around the league where the results have significant playoff implications. Melbourne Mustangs 5-3 Melbourne Ice A derby game is the perfect start to the hockey weekend, and the Mustangs played hosts to their…
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Perth Secure Two Points in OT Win
Perth Thunder travelled to Newcastle to face the Northstars on Sunday night in the Australian Ice Hockey League (AIHL) and came away with an overtime win thanks to Rob Haselhurst. This is an important win for the Thunder as they continue to make improvements week to week, focusing on the details in their hockey game…
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Newcastle Northstars Mid-Season Report Card
Newcastle Northstars mid-season report card – Current rating: On Track for Season Goals The Newcastle Northstars sit atop the Rurak conference as we reach the midway point of the season. Starting the season with a full line up created a stronger start for the Northstars. With imports Francis Drolet, Aiden Wagner and Matthieu Desaultes available…
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Melbourne Ice win top of conference battle
It was a tough weekend for Newcastle Northstars fans as Melbourne Ice took 3 points on Saturday night with a 7-1 win in the Australian Ice Hockey League (AIHL). Ice came out firing with three goals to Lliam Webster, Mackenzie Caruana and Austin McKenzie in the opening period, setting the tone and pace of the…
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Around the AIHL – Round 10
Nine games were played across the weekend in the Australian Ice Hockey League (AIHL). Records were broken, a top of the table clash did not disappoint, and there was a bevy of brilliant performances. Sydney Ice Dogs 6-5 Brisbane Lightning (OT) The Ice Dogs ended a five-game skid with a victory over the Lightning on…
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Battle out West
It was a battle in the west as the Newcastle Northstars travelled to take on Perth Thunder in Week 9 of the Australian Ice Hockey League (AIHL). Two shorthanded goals on Saturday night, scored by Rob Haselhurst and Ville Tenosalmi, would put the home team ahead 2-0. Northstars’ Daniel Berno and Kyler Matthews would score…
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Around the AIHL – Round 9
Round nine of Australian Ice Hockey League (AIHL) action delivered some surprising results and close contests. Hockey Hype Australia takes a quick look at the results around the league. Brisbane Lightning 4-1 Melbourne Mustangs With Scott Timmins suspended for spearing, and Dean Klomp, Vadim Virjassov, and Matt Armstrong all unavailable, the Mustangs were up against…
