Game Highlights 2007/08 Region Raiders
11/3/07: 2-2 Tie vs. Rutgers University Freshman
The Raiders started the season with a strong effort against the Rutgers University Freshman in an exhibition
game. The Raiders skated well and got goals from Adam Cohen and Nick Lisciandro, tying the game late in the
third. The goaltending was solid with a period each from Mike Maczynki, Bobby Ellis and Joe Giulaina.
The game was followed with a presentation by the Rutger's coach, Andy Gojdycz, and a tour of the campus.
Great start to the season.
12/3/07: 3-1 Win vs. Rider University Freshmen
The Raiders turned in another great skating effort at this level impressing the Rider coaching staff.
Mike Maczynski and Bobby Ellis were strong in net. The game winner came from Aaron Manners sandwiched by goals from
David Ramos and Dan Kutschman. Jared Minski led the defense.
The Raiders got a tour of the Rider Campus and a presentation from their coach. Thank you to the Rider
staff.
12/5/07: 7-3 Win vs. Mainland
The Raiders outshot Mainland 45-16 in this win. Player of the game was Ryan Quinn for his overall
effort and the "crusher" award went to Kyle Nilsen. The offense was led by Dan Kutschman's two goals. Defenseman
Joe Bellotti got his first goal of the season and the defense was solid, led by Jared Minski and Aaron Manners.
Michael Berry, Rich Grande - 2a each
12/9/07: 2-1 Win vs. Renegades
The Raiders won a tough, close game with solid defense and two goals from "player of the game" Rich Grande.
Bobby Ellis was solid in goal allowing only one goal. The overall effort by everyone was outstanding.
12/26-28/07: Aston H.S Tournament
12/26/07: 2-0 Win vs. Springfield
Mike Maczynski got the shutout and "Player of the Game" stopping 28 shots and getting defensive support
from the entire squad. Nick Lisciandro and David Ramos each had a goal and assist.
12/26/07: 2-4 Loss vs. Washington Twp.
The Raiders suffered their first loss of the season only after a last barrage of chances went everywhere
but in. An empty netter finished the scoring. Trevor Black and David Ramos had goals for the Raiders.
12/27/07: 7-0 Win vs. Interboro
The Raiders dominated their shorthanded opponents. Mike Maczynski recorded his second shutout of the
tournament and second "Player of the Game". The offense was led by Daniel Kutschman's hat trick and Jordan Black's
two goals. Joe Bellotti had the shot of the game with a blast from the point for a goal.
Trevor Black - 3a David Ramos - 2a
The Raiders finished the preliminary rounds seeded second.
12/27/07: PLAYOFFS: 4-0 win vs. Ridley
Mike Maczynski got his hat trick shutout and "Player of the Game" this time with 29 saves. The Raiders'
continue with fine defensive play led by Jared Minski.
David Ramos, Trevor Black - 2g ea
Nick Lisciandro - 2a
12/28/07: CHAMPIONSHIP: 0-2 loss vs. St. Mary's
The Raiders showed that they can play with anyone as this game against a high caliber Prep School Team,
that has won repeated NYS championships, and carries many Junior players could have easily gone the Raider way with a few
bounces. This game was not decided until the end as the Raiders had many good scoring chances. The entire defensive
unit played well and Mike Maczynski continued his outstanding play.
1/05/08: 1-0 Win vs. Renegades
Mike Maczynski received his fourth player of the game award for this shutout. He shared the award
with Kyle Nilsen who earned it with his overall effort. Jordan Black scored the only goal of the game, assisted by Kyle
Nilsen. "Crusher" award went to Michael Berry. The Raiders took both games of this series, with both games being
decided by one goal.
1/12/08: 2-3 Loss vs. Jr. Phantoms
The Raiders lost this tight game on a late goal from the Phantoms. This game could have gone either
way with a few different bounces. Raider goals came from Kyle Nilsen and Marc Moskowith, off a beautiful assist from
Nick Lisciandro.
1/12/08: 7-2 Win vs, Jaguars
The Raiders rebounded with a strong win after a tough loss earlier in the day. Scoring came from five
different players and the defense played a strong game.
Marc Moskowitz 2g, 1a
Dan Kutschman 2g
David Ramos 1g 1a
Nick Lisciandro 2a
1/19/08: 8-0 Win vs. Lawrenceville JV
The Raiders controlled this game from start to finis. Bobby Ellis received the "Player of the Game"
for the shut-out. David Ramos led the offense with a "Hat Trick".
1/28/08: 4-2 Win vs. Monsignor Farrell
The Raiders won a tight game with two third period goals. "Player of the Game" went to David Ramos who scored
twice, including the game winner. Jordan Black had a goal and an assist and Mike Maczynski was strong in goal.
Jon Cleary had his first goal, a shorthander, that tied the game at 2 off of a great read.
2/15-17/08 ASTON PRESIDENTS DAY TOURNAMENT
2/15/08: 4-0 Win vs. Howard Huskies
Mike Maczyski recorded the shut out, David Ramos received the "Player of the Game", and Aaron Manners got
the "Crusher" award. Jared Minski and Michael Berry led the defense and it was great to see Sergey Moiseyev returned
to game action for the Raiders.
David Ramos 2g
Nick Lisciandro 1g, 1a
2/16/08: 4-2 Win vs. Easton Ice Hawks
The Raiders played a tight game with the Ice Hawks, putting the game away with an empty netter. Bobby Ellis
got the win between the pipes.
2/16/08: 0-6 Loss vs. Jr. Phantoms
The Raiders played 11 minutes of the first period shorthanded and could not recover against a strong Phantom team.
2/17/08: PLAYOFFS: 6-0 Win vs. Ice Hawks
The Raiders dominated this re-match. David Ramos led the way with the first five goals of the game, a Raider record.
Bobby Ellis recorded the shut out.
David Ramos - 5g
Nick Lisciandro - 1g, 4a
Dan Kutschman - 3a
2/17/08: CHAMPIONSHIP: 2-3 Shoot out Loss vs. Jr. Phantoms
This game went to the fifth shooter of the shootout. The Raiders showed their heart, desire, and talent by rebounding
from their earlier performance vs. the Phantoms.
GREAT JOB RAIDERS!!
2/26/08: 3-5 Loss to Jr. Titan B/C
The Raiders gave this Jr. team a battle, falling behind 3-0, before tying the game at 3 and falling short at the end.
The Raiders showed their talent an team play.
