This rookie season Really did fly by, especially considering that I joined and got picked up on waivers 2/3rds through the season itself.  I didn't have many espectations, but I think I accounted pretty well for myself.  One thing I did learn is that defensive traits are very important even for an offensive winger.  In my 21 games played I got 14 points (5G, 9A), but I was a -2 overall.  Most amazingly 3 of my 5 goals were game winning goals which tied for 3rd on the team.  Not pad for a late arriving rookie.  I also did pretty well in our first round playoff matchup against NZ which we won 4-1.  In the first game I had 1G, 1A and a +1 even though it was the only game we lost.  I average around a 77 rating and was in the 80s for OGR most nights.  That didn't continue in the 2nd round when we got swept.  While my offense was ok, my defense seemed to bottom out against Van.  But that is now forgotten and we move on to next year.  It was a good introduction to the SHL thorugh the SMJHL.