I normally, don’t talk about this publicly but given it may help some people I’ll mention it here. During my time working for an organization we unfortunately lost two players, teammates that were just incredible human beings, who had their whole lives in front of them. After, one of their passings the institution set up emergency therapy sessions for anybody involved with the team. This isn’t something I would usually take part in but I decided to go. I was experiencing a lot of guilt for feeling as bad as I did about their passing, given guys on the team were much closer to him than me. The therapist left me with this piece of advice, “Just because someone broke their arm, doesn’t mean the pain you’re feeling from stubbing your toe isn’t real.” Made me realize that our feelings are always valid, and if you feel like you may benefit from talking to somebody please do. We’re not meant to go through this life by ourselves. I hope I can continue to bring some joy into your days with these videos and, in the meantime, stay best kind. - Robert
Ty for this, this season has been riddled with terrible incidents regarding the Eihl (AJ, Alex Graham, Hammy, Coventrys AC, Matt McLeods brother getting charged with SA)
I'd love to see you come over and see the rest of the teams! I'm personally a Belfast Giants fan, thank you for covering our league. I hope to see it continue to grow
Fantastic job. I have been watching Storm since 95. I just wish you could’ve been there to see our first few years at Nynex (now Manchester arena). 16,000 Storm fans sending the arena wild at its peak. Amazing memories.
@@regularguy3665And it's still a record for a British league game. It also even was a European record for a few years until it was broken by Kölner Haie at Kölnarena.
@@torstenscholz6243 can’t see the British record getting broken any time soon, if ever. None of the current arenas hockey is played in holds anywhere close to that number (16000+) and there’s just neither desire or funds to build a rink in a venue such as the O2 for purely EIHL purposes. If the NHL were to come to town again (please please please) we may be able to piggy back an event or something.
Nice tribute to Adam Johnson In terms of sports in Manchester. In the early days before they reformed Storm played in the cities main indoor arena and broke the European attendance record ( over 17000) . It's a bit of shame about the current arena, it's small and not particularly well set out or maintained.
@@RobertGreeley There are a few reports that they might be. But nothing definite . Tbh I don't go anymore because I don't like the game day experience anymore, because of the rink/ arena. I think maybe I was spoilt a bit watching them in a venue that would rival a lot of NHL arenas. It felt much more of an event , the video screen, audio and atmosphere was superb ! th-cam.com/video/goeU7-7B1xg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=u7nbmzr4dSImcsZy
Such a shame that they now play in such a small and rather crappy ice rink that's also rather far away from the town centre. If you see how well the Steelers, Panthers and Giants are still drawing in large crowds, the Storm certainly would have a similar potential. Sadly the Manchester Arena now focuses more on concerts and isn't interested in establishing a sports team there. I so hope for the Storm that they will get a new arena with a capacity of 5000 at least, they would certainly have the potential to draw just as many as Sheffield, Nottingham and Belfast.
@@torstenscholz6243 I agree. I don't go and watch them very often now, as I don't like the current arena. I really hope they move to a better venue in the future. Not just for spectators, but for the team . I think it would be easier to recruit and maintain players.
Glad you enjoyed your time in Manchester. I was there for that game (as I am every week) and was good to see that empty net goal again from a new angle. You're right about CJ, even in a team of really nice lads, he stands out, lovely bloke
Best UK hockey game to watch is Sheffield steelers vs Nottingham panthers big rivals and the atmosphere is some of the best uk hockey has to offer. They both have amazing fan base I’m a panthers fan myself but Steelers are on another level atm. Top vid once again Robert and very thoughtful for adam jhonson 🙏❤
Are The Steelers, The Panthers & The Giants the big 3 in UK hockey right now ? I only heard about them through watching Scottish You tuber & Leafs fanatic Victoria Stewart's videos.
Glad you enjoyed your trip, and lovely tribute to Adam Johnson. Highly recommend going to Sheffield. They're top of the league by a mile, and their arena is nice. BYW, what was your verdict on the Yorkie bar?
My buddy plays on Sheffield, hope to get there one day! I liked the Yorkie bar, but I did just find it to be plain chocolate, like nothing over the top!
Youve surley got to come down to Sheffield to watch a steelers game its electric every time in the arena, and if you do plan on coming down let me know as im there every game and would love to have a chat with you :)
@@RobertGreeley yeah Dom cormier, he's been such a vital part in our defense and full team. His ability in the o zone on the power play is something else. If you do ever come down to Sheffield to watch a game just let me know. :)
Another great video as per usual. Can't wait for the next one from the Netherlands. Appreciate the work, time and money you put into those videos. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Next video in the Netherlands is around the same time frame but our first stop in France will be much longer, and I've seen the feedback so we're trying to plan for new videos to be produced longer around the 15-25 min range! We've got a lot pre filmed so it won't happen right away but we're looking at seeing those released in June! Thanks for the kind words!!
Im an original storm fan and i remember back to 99 where storm won the league, man utd won the treble, City had that famous win in decision 2 play off & Manchester Gients finish 2nd in the basketball league. That time Manchester was really a sporting city we also have a big cricket following to. Although i followed the storm when they were reformed i got bored of the rink the prices and the ambitions of rhe owners. Storm is still a big name in Manchester but the way the club advertise is not taking advantage of this and only really doing things in Alt rather than greater Manchester. I hope they get a new arena soon as was a temp rink built in the early 00s and is still being used now. If the new rink comes and its got good views and ticket prices are at a reasonable price for the rink they should definitely see growth but they also need to look at getting higher up in the league too. That said great to see Storm and uk ice hockey get some videos and attention. Its not the best standard of hockey but its definitely a fun spot to watch and amazing for family's.
as you’ve seen the UK hockey community is pretty small compared to a lot of countries so the death of Adam Johnson hit every fan hard no matter who they support. very sensitively done intro and another great video highlighting our league
If anyone is curious how and when it started... Episdoe 226 of 2 Ales and Hockey Tales with Wally Cameron Critchlow th-cam.com/video/0Hmln3qYwi4/w-d-xo.html Fun is fun... winning is fun. I'm his sponsor now
It is a shame that Ice Hockey gets looked over in the UK, but people like you help to show this scene for what it really is, Keep up the amazing work. AJ#47 🖤💛🏒
I normally, don’t talk about this publicly but given it may help some people I’ll mention it here. During my time working for an organization we unfortunately lost two players, teammates that were just incredible human beings, who had their whole lives in front of them.
After, one of their passings the institution set up emergency therapy sessions for anybody involved with the team. This isn’t something I would usually take part in but I decided to go. I was experiencing a lot of guilt for feeling as bad as I did about their passing, given guys on the team were much closer to him than me. The therapist left me with this piece of advice, “Just because someone broke their arm, doesn’t mean the pain you’re feeling from stubbing your toe isn’t real.” Made me realize that our feelings are always valid, and if you feel like you may benefit from talking to somebody please do. We’re not meant to go through this life by ourselves.
I hope I can continue to bring some joy into your days with these videos and, in the meantime, stay best kind.
- Robert
Ty for this, this season has been riddled with terrible incidents regarding the Eihl (AJ, Alex Graham, Hammy, Coventrys AC, Matt McLeods brother getting charged with SA)
i've been a storm fan all my life, and have a jersey signed by the whole roster. they're a great bunch of lads.
Love it!
I'd love to see you come over and see the rest of the teams! I'm personally a Belfast Giants fan, thank you for covering our league. I hope to see it continue to grow
Thanks for the kind words, hopefully one day!
Fantastic job. I have been watching Storm since 95. I just wish you could’ve been there to see our first few years at Nynex (now Manchester arena). 16,000 Storm fans sending the arena wild at its peak. Amazing memories.
Considering I was born in 97 that wouldn't be possible lolol but man I wish, I've heard some incredible things!
Nynex held the UK attendance record for hockey until Ducks vs Kings at the O2
@@regularguy3665And it's still a record for a British league game. It also even was a European record for a few years until it was broken by Kölner Haie at Kölnarena.
@@torstenscholz6243 can’t see the British record getting broken any time soon, if ever. None of the current arenas hockey is played in holds anywhere close to that number (16000+) and there’s just neither desire or funds to build a rink in a venue such as the O2 for purely EIHL purposes. If the NHL were to come to town again (please please please) we may be able to piggy back an event or something.
Nice tribute to Adam Johnson
In terms of sports in Manchester. In the early days before they reformed Storm played in the cities main indoor arena and broke the European attendance record ( over 17000) . It's a bit of shame about the current arena, it's small and not particularly well set out or maintained.
I heard they were getting a new arena, that true?
@@RobertGreeley There are a few reports that they might be. But nothing definite . Tbh I don't go anymore because I don't like the game day experience anymore, because of the rink/ arena. I think maybe I was spoilt a bit watching them in a venue that would rival a lot of NHL arenas. It felt much more of an event , the video screen, audio and atmosphere was superb ! th-cam.com/video/goeU7-7B1xg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=u7nbmzr4dSImcsZy
@@RobertGreeleynot really they said many years ago that the one you were at was temporary and here we are 😂 still in the old stadium 👍🏻
Such a shame that they now play in such a small and rather crappy ice rink that's also rather far away from the town centre. If you see how well the Steelers, Panthers and Giants are still drawing in large crowds, the Storm certainly would have a similar potential. Sadly the Manchester Arena now focuses more on concerts and isn't interested in establishing a sports team there. I so hope for the Storm that they will get a new arena with a capacity of 5000 at least, they would certainly have the potential to draw just as many as Sheffield, Nottingham and Belfast.
@@torstenscholz6243 I agree. I don't go and watch them very often now, as I don't like the current arena. I really hope they move to a better venue in the future. Not just for spectators, but for the team . I think it would be easier to recruit and maintain players.
Glad you enjoyed your time in Manchester. I was there for that game (as I am every week) and was good to see that empty net goal again from a new angle. You're right about CJ, even in a team of really nice lads, he stands out, lovely bloke
Awesome to hear!
Great video, thanks for bringing some coverage to the EIHL. Hope you enjoy your time in Manchester
Thank you, I loved it!
Very thoughtful intro. Enjoyed the vid. Interesting to see the calibre of hockey in England. Looks pretty good. Thanks.
Glad you enjoyed it Jeff!
You should come see the flames in Guildford
Would love to!
Best UK hockey game to watch is Sheffield steelers vs Nottingham panthers big rivals and the atmosphere is some of the best uk hockey has to offer. They both have amazing fan base I’m a panthers fan myself but Steelers are on another level atm. Top vid once again Robert and very thoughtful for adam jhonson 🙏❤
Thanks for the kind words!
Are The Steelers, The Panthers & The Giants the big 3 in UK hockey right now ? I only heard about them through watching Scottish You tuber & Leafs fanatic Victoria Stewart's videos.
Nice to see another panthers fan.
@tudormiller887 top 3 teams are Cardiff devils, Belfast giants and Steelers. Panthers are bottom and under achieved for long time now
Sheffield Steeler's, Saturday nights !😃
Hopefully one day soon!
You have to see the cardiff devils like its a must you will be amazed of how great it is there
Hopefully one day!!
Glad you enjoyed your trip, and lovely tribute to Adam Johnson.
Highly recommend going to Sheffield. They're top of the league by a mile, and their arena is nice.
BYW, what was your verdict on the Yorkie bar?
My buddy plays on Sheffield, hope to get there one day! I liked the Yorkie bar, but I did just find it to be plain chocolate, like nothing over the top!
Youve surley got to come down to Sheffield to watch a steelers game its electric every time in the arena, and if you do plan on coming down let me know as im there every game and would love to have a chat with you :)
My buddy plays there now would love to get out and watch one of these days!
@@RobertGreeley yeah Dom cormier, he's been such a vital part in our defense and full team. His ability in the o zone on the power play is something else. If you do ever come down to Sheffield to watch a game just let me know. :)
Another great video as per usual. Can't wait for the next one from the Netherlands. Appreciate the work, time and money you put into those videos. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Appreciate the kind words as always!
love your content, envy the euro hockey trips i want to go on one so BAD. Keep up the great work
Thanks! Hopefully you get to go soon!
R.I.P Adam Johnson you were great buddy. Love you.❤🪦
top stuff again mate!
Thank you!!
I started watching Storm in 2022 and I have loved every match (win or lose) greatest sport ever!
Love to hear that!
Great video mate, I was there that nite aswel
Thanks John! Gladded you enjoyed!
you are going to blow up with this account in no time if keep making videos like this
Appreciate that Jack!
Great video mate
Glad you enjoyed!
As always a great video.
Thanks Allan!
Great video, only problem is they aren’t long enough👏
Next video in the Netherlands is around the same time frame but our first stop in France will be much longer, and I've seen the feedback so we're trying to plan for new videos to be produced longer around the 15-25 min range! We've got a lot pre filmed so it won't happen right away but we're looking at seeing those released in June! Thanks for the kind words!!
I urge you to go to a mk lightning game in the nihl especially vs Peterborough (rivalry) I’ve been to games on the eihl and I didn’t feel it compared
Hopefully, I'll get to check it out!
I love this content could you try with a whl team as well
I did! Check it out here - th-cam.com/video/JXkrowk9lMM/w-d-xo.html
Im an original storm fan and i remember back to 99 where storm won the league, man utd won the treble, City had that famous win in decision 2 play off & Manchester Gients finish 2nd in the basketball league. That time Manchester was really a sporting city we also have a big cricket following to. Although i followed the storm when they were reformed i got bored of the rink the prices and the ambitions of rhe owners. Storm is still a big name in Manchester but the way the club advertise is not taking advantage of this and only really doing things in Alt rather than greater Manchester.
I hope they get a new arena soon as was a temp rink built in the early 00s and is still being used now. If the new rink comes and its got good views and ticket prices are at a reasonable price for the rink they should definitely see growth but they also need to look at getting higher up in the league too.
That said great to see Storm and uk ice hockey get some videos and attention. Its not the best standard of hockey but its definitely a fun spot to watch and amazing for family's.
Thanks for the added perspective!
You should visit the danish League… a lot canadian players too
Would love to!
Have you been to belfast yet?
Not yet!
What’s your opinion on brandon whistle? His brother plays here in Belfast!
Never really watched him play but seems like a solid player!
@@RobertGreeley what about Jackson
You need to come over to leeds knights who also rival whith football
Would love to!
Back in the day they used to sell out the Manchester Arena
I heard about that!
Didn't show the other player with Critchlow that co-stared in that Mr D scene, wonder what happened to that kid
Lolol can’t show the TV clips for too long but yeah idk who knows what ever happened to that guy, think his name was Nathan, something?? Hahaha
I used to play at Alty
Nice!
Hey buddy, i love your videos. Come to germany to the Straubing Tigers and enjoy the best fans in Germany. Playoffs start in two weeks 🎉🎉
Already did! My buddy Matts is on that team, the Straubing video comes out in April! Thanks for the kind words!
@@RobertGreeley Yeah, wow, wtf this is fire 🙌🙌
Come and watch Blackburn Hawks!!!!
Maybe one day!
W video I live in UK but I like hockey
Awesome!
as you’ve seen the UK hockey community is pretty small compared to a lot of countries so the death of Adam Johnson hit every fan hard no matter who they support. very sensitively done intro and another great video highlighting our league
My home rink😍
Awesome!
I see myself in your video 😅
Hope you enjoyed the game!!
If anyone is curious how and when it started...
Episdoe 226 of 2 Ales and Hockey Tales with Wally
Cameron Critchlow
th-cam.com/video/0Hmln3qYwi4/w-d-xo.html
Fun is fun... winning is fun. I'm his sponsor now
🙌
Get yourself over to Belfast to watch the Belfast Giants 👌
Hopefully one day!
MANCHESTER STORM 🐐
RIP AJ…
1st view, 1st comment, 1st like
Thanks for the support!
❤
Does Yorkie still say "not for girls" on the package?
W
Boo Manchester, Go Sheffield!
Lolol would love to go there someday!
Love your videos but in our side of the world it’s called soccer
Thanks and yes I know, I'm Canadian!
I know 😂 I’m from Newfoundland too
Love your videos, keep them coming! Need inspiration for my trip to Europe! Great work as always
Thanks Jerome! Safe travels!!
It is a shame that Ice Hockey gets looked over in the UK, but people like you help to show this scene for what it really is, Keep up the amazing work.
AJ#47 🖤💛🏒
Thanks for the kind words!