Calgary Hitmen show young players a few pointers
Posted Feb 4, 2015 6:49 am.
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It was a chance to play with some of their idols: the Okotoks Atom AA Oilers hit the ice Tuesday evening to train with the Calgary Hitmen.
The nine and 10-year-olds were one of just four amateur hockey teams in Canada to win the Training Day contest.
Aiden McArthur was excited to practice with the big guys.
“It’s cool, ’cause I’ve always wanted to play for a top team and they’re one of the top teams,” he said.
His teammate, B.J. Rogi was hoping to impress.
“I just really want to beat them in a shoot-out, ’cause I’m really good at shoot-outs,” he said.
Hitmen Defenceman Loch Morrison told City News, it was nice to give back.
“Growing up I knew it was my, well, it was one of my dreams to play with the older guys, so it’s nice for them and it’s exciting for us,” he said.
