Extending my thoughts to the Steelers player involved in the collision. Whilst his physical injuries won't be as serious as Johnson's, getting over that moment could take some time. He will be affected and require understanding & patience if he needs time to heal. Give him that.
It's been a tragic few months for the Steelers & Panthers as a collective as well as the wider EIHL.
I have no emotional attachment to either club yet I cried when this morning's news was confirmed. Allow yourself to be emotional if you need to be. Your feelings are valid.
So someone went to Thorpe Park. Lied about being medically exempt from wearing a face covering. Was positioned at the back of a ride for their own safety. And her mummy compared it to Rosa, Parks and wants Right Said Fred to make it better?
Ack twitter, you spoil us
Panthers Org have handled this whole situation impeccably. Completely unprecedented in my time and I truly hope no other team ever has to go through this again. Frequently we criticise clubs for being distant from fans but they have really stepped up. โค๏ธ
I say next season don't bother with fixtures. Just do it like you organise a night out with your mates
"who is free Saturday 8th October? Can't do Belfast tho, I'm skint, can stay local or just come to mine?"
To those who played for the badge, thank you for the memories!
Those who didn't buy in, I hope you have regrets about what you could have had
To those who move on, I hope we as fans made this part of your journey a memorable one!
To those that stay, see you soon!
#WeAreGiants
I'm not sure how many people are aware of this service offered by SSE. Directed a first timer to staff tonight after her son really freaked at the noise.
Long story short she was able to stay for the whole game after considering taking him home.
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Fair few mocking Keefe's outburst following the loss...
The same folk who probably berated their coaches last week for showing no emotion after a loss......
If your coach hates to lose as much as he loves to win, he's all-in. He's your guy.
Husband has a cold.
Husband says he thinks he might have coronavirus.
Every woman out there knows how this shit goes down and is eyerolling with me.
Every male out there is sympathising with husband.
Can we stop trying to shame people staying for a signing?
A lot of those in the queue were Kids just trying to get a chance to meet their heroes. Just because it's not for you it doesn't mean it's wrong.
Your frustrations aren't with the fans so direct them properly.
Dear Fife Flyers.
In the interests of the health & safety of every single Giants fan, please qualify for the Cup final.
These last 2 games were quite enough of an emotional roller coaster without the added drama of a final on top.
Yours,
The Teal Army.
Xoxo
If you are a young person using social media, don't use your media to attack the partner of a player because you or your friend has a crush. It's hurtful, spiteful and just downright nasty. Grow up.
Great signing news ...
But i hope fans don't use it as an opportunity to shit on the 2 guys who've got us this far.
Whistle & Jones are both very good netminders. Don't be disrespecting them now Besko returned.
Pre season reminder
There is no supporter barometer.
No such thing as "true" "better" "biggest" "terrible" "bad"
no games in person, one hundred games in person, no jersey / the latest jersey.
Support your team your way.
Thank you for attending my TED talk
Hearing too many stories of people not finishing their proper isolation periods to go to games because they feel OK. Stop putting others at risk please!
Hey
@LewisCapaldi
I see you are free on Saturday night. If you happen to already be in Belfast before Sunday and want something to do
@BelfastGiants
have you covered!
Can we take a moment to just appreciate that between
@officialEIHL
dynamic pricing and
@BelfastGiants
&
@cardiffdevils
fans that a full capacity SSE arena is pretty much SOLD OUT on a Wednesday night ๐๐๐
2pm yesterday my dad moved to ICU
9pm transferred to RVH as he had developed clots and his leg was being starved of oxygen.
12.30am told his leg was likely being amputated to save his life.
2.30am told that the NHS saved his leg.
Currently stable but fighting this.
You know as outsiders we can joke about the situation but the off ice staff from every club who are working to try and keep things moving for us fans deserve praise. I can't imagine how many hours have been clocked up lately. Logistical nightmare. Amazing work from them all
Twas the night before the final & all through the house
Not a creature was stirring not even a mouse
Jerseys were hung in the wardrobes with care
In the hope that faceoff soon would be there
The children were nestled all snug in beds
While visions of goals danced in their heads
"Muppet of a coach"
"Clown of a coach"
"Wouldn't have him on our bench"
Head coach from.... 17/18
18/19, 21/22 - EIHL League Champion
17/18, 18/19, 21/22 - Challenge Cup Champion
Aye ok.
Sometimes people need to back off.
This is the first game of a huge double header. Let. The. Players. Get. Home. To. Rest.
There are plenty of opportunities for photos and autographs without eating into their rest time after games.
So can we talk about Chris Truehl scaling the plexi so he could go up to the concourse & shake hands with every Giants fan as they left the arena on Sunday?
Attention Block 7 from last weekend
This flag was hanging up during the Devils trophy presentation but was handed to some
@BelfastGiants
fans as they were leaving. It hasn't shown up yet.
This flag has huge sentimental value and Nicole would love it back.
Please RT
Dad walked unaided to the ambulance on 22nd September. He played 18 holes golf regularly.
He went from that to not having enough strength to even lift his hands.
This week he traded his walking frame for sticks.
And those are superman slipper socks he's wearing ๐ช
Who is in your life because of Belfast Giants? That's the direct impact Jim has had on your life whether you knew him or not.
It's a special kind of person to have that kind of impact on so many lives without even realising. โค
Here..... When your dad phones your mum and is able to hold a conversation and they haven't had a 2 way conversation since 6th October.
It's fucking amazing.
(sorry for swearing)
Remember if you are angry, your emails, Facebook messages and tweets are being read by someone who likely had no part to play in this decision.
Do not take it out on those trying to help you.
Past few days Iโve seen friends be hurt by jealous comments targeting their beautiful boy, another received some homophobic abuse online.
For all the good hockey fans there are, there are still a minority all over trying to drag us down. They should be aware they will not win.
Two weekends now ASD has been negatively thrust into the EIHL bubble.
Maybe ASD awareness is something for the league to look into for next season as a collaboration with all teams.
Share the shit out of this video - this man & his beautiful daughter Ella are receiving horrible messages - Ella you keep dancing. I for one am delighted to see you spreading happiness โค๏ธ
Stalking Awareness Week.
In very basic terms stalking behaviours include (amongst others):
> loitering in any place (whether public or private)
> watching or spying on a person
Food for thought there eh?
Iโve seen the tweet going round complaining about the songs the fans sang at the Panthers game. Yeah it surprised me, what surprised me more was that Panthers fans were making enough noise that someone could hear them
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#hockeyisback
Got my first
@BelfastGiants
season ticket in 2008.
14 years on it looks like you'll be seeing more of my mum and nieces next year as they are now season ticket holders for 22/23
POV: you're 13, and have
#70
face-painted on your cheek. Walking to the car and your 7-year-old sister shouts "Chloe, there's the player you have on your cheek" loudly....
whilst your granny is pushing you towards him for a photo.
Google what's the definition of "scundered"
All going as well as it can be with dad. ๐
Realising just how difficult nurses & care workers have it now with reduced visiting, maintaining good contact with families while caring for patients.
They need to be fully appreciated. Fair pay should never be opposed.
Last regular game of the season
The rules:
Enjoy the game. Donโt worry about the what ifs, the if onlys, or the I wish we hads......
for some on the ice itโs their last EIHL season game with the Giants, for some itโs their last EIHL season game ever - live in the moment
Most of you know what my Dad went through.
Well He was out last week playing a couple of holes on the golf course. He's aiming to play a full round by the end of the summer. If he manages that then bar a few manageable long Covid effects he is back. Good news Friday. ๐
Soppy post
Our fan base bitch & moan at the team, each other, the organisation week in week out. Tonight thereโs none of that. Weโre hurting together right now, letโs hope we can use this unity to come together in success over the next couple of months
Hi
@BelfastGiants
as this is Olivia's birthday game she would like a win and a
@Scott10Conway
and/or Goodwin goal please....
No pressure but she's bringing some friends & family for their first game so high expectations ๐