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    A VHL Review - From a Noob

    in Archived Media Spots

    Posted · Edited by aimkin

    A VHL Review - From a Noob

     

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    Hello hello! I just wrapped up my very first season in the VHL and I want to write about it! I want to share my experience for entertainment, as maybe a guide for other newbies, and possibly as a way to express any issues I had during the last two months.

     

    I joined the VHL a week before the S84 draft and had quite the steep learning curve prior to the draft. It seems I came in at a time that was both hectic and opportune. Not only did I dive into something while everyone around me was scrambling, but I also unknowingly chose the one position that was in high demand; goalie.

     

    Now, I’m a goalie girl. Give me a goalie any day. My favorite player is Marc-Andre Fleury. I was mad when the Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins (Pittsburgh’s farm team) traded goaltender John Curry because I truly believe that the trio of Fleury Curry and Murray could have been something amazing. But I digress if to only let you know that I chose to play a goalie for a reason.

     

    So luck had it that I chose to create my goalie Jesse Teno and I was thrown into a deep end so deep that I swear Nessi was lurking down there. Coming into the VHL with no one in real life to guide you or to explain how it works means learning a lot on the fly. Honestly I think if it hadn’t been for @Shindigs I think I would have been mediocre at best and inactive at worst. I know that the beginners guides are there but as someone who doesn’t usually do forum or site based activities like a simulation league, it is a serious learning curve. I was definitely lost and confused my first week and even to this day I still sometimes struggle to remember where to find things. But I suppose that’s part of the process, right? Sure. But I think the way newbies are taught could use a little tweaking.

     

    To continue that thought and one that comes to me as I’m writing is that I would have to assume that many members of the VHL do not have English as their first language. I am lucky in that it is for me. But I do think that certain things that I found confusing, must be even more so for non-English speakers. Now I won’t speak for others but for example, I think the one thing that maybe needs tweaking is the abbreviations. There are so many and it’s hard to always find where the dictionary for them is. Maybe if there was a dedicated dictionary somewhere to lay out all of the league, sim, site, and game abbreviations, that could help new players out even more. 

     

    But to talk about the other side of that coin would be to hype up the incredible people in the discord servers. I’m not the most active but I do participate when I find a window of opportunity and I find myself able to ask questions and not feel like a moron. After I was drafted, I knew I wanted a cool signature like everyone else but I also knew that I had no artistic skills especially on a computer. So I asked in the Saskatoon discord and it was suggested that I just ask in the main server. I was so freaking nervous. I thought I was going to be told to go away, that I can’t just ask, or that I would even be ignored. But that’s not what happened and it honestly blew my mind. Out of nowhere, asking for nothing in return, was @Enorama offering to make me a sig and as you can see below, it’s incredible. I’ll be sad to see it go when I need an updated one after the upcoming draft. But all this to say that this has been one of the nicest communities I have ever participated in and I truly think that the kindness and willingness to help from veteran members is what makes the VHL so amazing. Take away the hockey and you still have a group of really good people. 

     

    One thing that I have really enjoyed with the VHL is all the writing I have been doing. I used to write in high school and in college along with a lot of fanfiction. It’s been years since I have told a story but this sim league has given me a new perspective to write from. It’s been a seriously good exercise and because each week brings something new, I don’t feel like I run out of things to write about. I was concerned about the off season especially needing to hit five hundred words for a Media Spot but this thing just hit a thousand while I added this paragraph in so there we go, now I’m covered for this week and next!

     

    I had an incredible first season in the VHL and I have learned a lot and made a few friends over the last two months. It also blows my mind that it’s only been two months. It feels like so much longer than that. 

     

    I want to thank everyone who has helped me along the way by just liking a post, answering my random questions on discord, or even posting words of encouragement when I was getting down at the beginning of the season in my writing. Also to those who have tagged me in posts and talked about my player, like most recently with @badcolethetitan. It seriously put such a smile on my face to read what you wrote about me; thank you.

     

    So if you’re new to the VHL and you find yourself lost or confused or both, my suggestion would be to take a deep breath, join the Discord, and just start asking questions. You’ll get some silly responses like a pickle gif or #BlameCole but you’ll learn to understand their weird ways and even come to enjoy them. And if you have any questions from a fellow newbie’s perspective, you can always reach out to me too.

     

    1,022 words for weeks ending 8/14 and 8/21 
     

    (S86) LW - MaterPawz, TPE: 42

    in Create A Player

    Posted

    Hey @MaterPawz , welcome to the VHL! The Junior Showcase Tournament is under way and is a great way to learn how the VHL works before your first draft into the VHLM! I’m the GM of the Steel and I would love to have you join us for the tournament! If you’re interested just reply with #BunsOfSteel and I’ll get you right into our locker room with the team. Glad to have you here and hope to hear from you!
     

    (S86) RW - Damonte Cox, TPE: 42

    in Create A Player

    Posted

    Hey @TheBeardedCowboy , welcome to the VHL! The Junior Showcase Tournament is under way and is a great way to learn how the VHL works before your first draft into the VHLM! I’m the GM of the Steel and I would love to have you join us for the tournament! If you’re interested just reply with #BunsOfSteel and I’ll get you right into our locker room with the team. Glad to have you here and hope to hear from you!
     

    (S86) LW - Fendi, TPE: 42

    in Create A Player

    Posted · Edited by aimkin
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    Hey @Shmxcks , welcome to the VHL! The Junior Showcase Tournament is under way and is a great chance to learn how the VHL works and how to play! I’m the GM of the Steel and I would love to have you join us for the tournament! If you’re interested just reply with #BunsOfSteel and I’ll get you right into our locker room with the team. Glad to have you here and hope to hear from you!

    Saskatoon Wild Press Conference

    in Team Press Conferences

    Posted

    17 hours ago, Bulduray_1 said:

     

    Press Conference 

    Answer these 6 questions for 2 TPE!

     

    1. Who do you think wins it all in the VHLM playoffs?

     

    2. Although it was a rough season for us, what was your favourite part of playing with Saskatoon?

     

    3. It may be farther than it seems, but the VHL draft is coming up very quickly! Which VHL team would you like to be drafted to?

     

    4. Would you rather have winter all year around or have summer all year round?

     

    5. What’s your favourite dessert?

     

    6. If your player didn’t play hockey, what type of job would they be into?

     

     

     

     

    @8Ovechkin8 @JigglyGumballs @Ripper @Abaddon @aimkin @Milkyway159 @Icejul@Ian Ertmann

    1. Personally rooting for Vegas but it seems Halifax might be a serious upset.

     

    2. Getting the experience with this league was great. Happy to have started my first gen career here.

     

    3. New York Americans. They're my home team. 😃 I know they have struggles but hopefully they'll turn it around soon.

     

    4. Can I opt for spring instead? lol

     

    5. NY Style cheesecake

     

    6. Probably something to do with teaching or nature conservation.

    Can Saskatoon Make It?

    in VHL.com Articles

    Posted

    We are inside the locker room after Game 5 between the Saskatoon Wild and Las Vegas Aces where goalie Jesse Teno has brought their team into an unimaginable situation.


    “Jesse, how are you feeling right now? Two wins in a row against the best team in the league.”


    “Honestly, I’m shocked. They’re still shooting like crazy but somehow, I’m managing to keep pucks out of the net. I really can’t explain it. Also the guys doing the scoring have finally found their footing right when we need it.”


    “The Ottawa Lynx have just moved to the next round, taking out the Hounds in a massive upset. Think there’s any room for a miracle in Saskatoon as well?”


    “I have no idea, but I guess it’s always possible. I suppose we’ll find out soon enough.”


    Jesse Teno and the Saskatoon Wild came into the playoffs with little more than pride that they even made it. Now there is a sliver of a chance that they might make it to the next round.

     

    171 words for week ending 8/14
     

    Saskatoon Wild Press Conference

    in Team Press Conferences

    Posted

    8 hours ago, Bulduray_1 said:

    Press Conference 

    Answer these 6 questions for 2 TPE!

     

    1. Season is finally over, but playoffs are just up ahead. Although we are coming in as major underdogs, what are you most looking forward to?

    2. What are some things that you will take away from this season?

    3. If you could be sponsored by any company or brand, what would it be?

    4. Favorite movie or TV show as of right now?

    5. Who's your favorite NHL player?

    6. Which berries do you most prefer?

     

     

    @8Ovechkin8 @JigglyGumballs @Ripper @Abaddon @aimkin @Milkyway159 @Icejul@Ian Ertmann

     

    1. Mostly looking forward to getting some extra ice time to build up my stats before the next draft. 

     

    2. With it being my first season, I'm taking away a lot of just new knowledge and I have an idea of how to tackle next season. 

     

    3. Raycons for sure. It's my go to earbud for work and home and I'm always having to replace them becsuee I wear them out lol. 

     

    4. Derry Girls. Anxiously waiting for season 4 to hit Netflix. 

     

    5. Marc-Andre Fleury. Has been since I first got into hockey. 

     

    6. Strawberries. Especially with a little whipped cream. 

    Going Out on a Whimper

    in Archived Media Spots

    Posted

    And with that last buzzer and a terrible shutout loss against the Ottawa Lynx, the regular season is over for Jesse Teno and the Saskatoon Wild. A long and hard season sees them clawing their way into the VHLM playoffs as they take 8th in the regular season standings. Mathematically, by the last few games, it was impossible for San Diego or Miami to jump the Wild in points. Now they face the literally impossible task of going up against the number one seed in the VHLM; the Las Vegas Aces. One would have to imagine it will be a sweep of a series. Honestly it’s not even fair how lopsided this battle will be. A full roster team going up one that barely has any on-ice presence. It’s going to get ugly.

     

    But enough of the Wild and their inevitable downfall, let’s see how Saskatoon’s go-to goalie fared this season.


    Jesse Teno has finished their first and only season in the VHLM with a 22-47-2 record including 5 shutouts, and 4 shoot-out wins. They also lead the league with a perfect shootout record, having not let in a single shootout goal from 13 shots. And on top of that, they finish the season with a respectable .904 save percentage.


    While Jesse does lead the league in shots against (2,386) and losses (47), it can’t all be blamed on them. Between Saskatoon severely lacking in any real shooting power, being the only goalie for the team up until the third to last day of games, and having a league leading 4,280 minutes of ice time among goalies, it’s easy for all of those aspects to have worked against them.


    So, after a career starting season like this, where does Jesse go from here? At this point in time, it could be anywhere. The VHLE is a whole new step and location for Jesse. Despite their win / loss ratio, Jesse is an incredibly active goalie with a long career ahead of them. They are talented, bright, and hard working with no signs of stopping. Numbers don’t always tell the full story. Sometimes the facts surrounding circumstances can have a major impact.


    Is Jesse the number one goalie in the VHLM? No.


    Is Jesse in the top 5 of VHLM goalies? Probably not.


    What Jesse does have is hard work and dedication to hockey and the VHL that will carry them further than most and we cannot wait to see what is next in store for this goalie.
    Jesse posted the below to their social media after the final game:


    I want to thank Saskatoon and the people here for standing behind me during my first season. I know we’re not where we want to be but I promise I tried to get us there. This whole season has been a time of real growth and learning. I left home for the first time, played on my first non-school based team, and I have doubled down on my love for the sport of hockey. I hope to make Saskatoon proud in the playoffs but I think we all know the odds we are facing. All I can promise the fans is that I’m going to give it my all.

     

    539 words for week ending 8/7/22

     

    [Pictured below, a sad goalie.]

                                                         Wild knocked out of NHL playoffs after 5-1 loss to Blues in Game 6 | Star Tribune

    Round the Bend, My Friend

    in VHL.com Articles

    Posted

    With only a few more games to round out the season, Jesse Teno finds themselves sitting in the top 10 of their draft class. It’s not something they imagined themselves being but the numbers do not lie. Jesse Teno from the start has been a hard-working goalie who wishes to better themselves every day. Jesse comes into the final week of the season with a 21-41-2 record but a surprising 5 shutouts and a .902 save percentage. The one thing really on Jesse’s side numbers wise is the fact that they have been shot on so much yet have never let more than 7 goals through in a single game. Amazingly, Jesse has also led the Wild to a win in every single shoot out game of the season. If anything, this proves how great of a goalie Jesse Teno is turning out to be. Despite not having the best numbers overall, Jesse is still an impressive goalie who will be able to go far in the VHLE next season.

     

    170 words for week ending 8/7/22

    Saskatoon Wild Press Conference

    in Team Press Conferences

    Posted

    Just now, Bulduray_1 said:

    Press Conference 

    Answer these 6 questions for 2 TPE!

     

    1. Season is coming to a close, looking back are you satisfied with your player’s stats?


    2. How do you feel about the Founder’s Cup race that will be happening very soon? Any predictions?

     

    3. Do you prefer, breakfast or dinner?

     

    4. What is your player’s pregame meal before a game?

     

    5. What’s a go-to song that pumps you up right before a game?

     

    6. What’s the most painful/upsetting thing in hockey?

     

     

     

    @8Ovechkin8 @JigglyGumballs @Ripper @Abaddon @aimkin

    1. Some more wins would have been nice but 5 shutouts and a save percentage over .9 makes me feel good.

     

    2. I think Vegas is going to repeat unless the Hounds manage to pull a fast one.

     

    3. I like breakfast *for* dinner.

     

    4. Spicy pork and broccoli

     

    5. The Panic at the Disco version of "Into the Unknown" from Frozen.

     

    6. Just simply not being good enough and having that hard fight end up in a loss.

    Meta Article for a Meta Stat

    in VHL.com Articles

    Posted · Edited by aimkin
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    Well this is a first for me. Writing a meta article isn't something I had planned on doing but as someone who just sticks to their player and is a bit quiet, I wanted to toot my horn just a little bit today. I have been in this league a little over a month and I gotta say it's been amazing.

     

    And I'm excited to say that with this article and these minimum 150 words, Jesse Teno will be the first First Gen of the s84 vhlm draft to hit 200 tpe.

     

    By nature, I'm not a highly competitive person outside of my friends and family. So when I started finding out where I was in the stats, how I was doing against others in my position, and how high up I was ranking, it lit a fire in me that I wanted to feed. And here we are. Last week I ranked in the top 5 of top weekly earners and top 10 of top monthly earners.

     

    So I'm just going to say thanks to whoever it was that posted in the Pittsburgh Penguins subreddit about this league and to @Shindigsfor being an amazing mentor and to everyone for being so welcoming and making this feel like a load of fun every day.

     

    215 words for week ending July 31st

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