Tate Thoughts (May 2)

[Tate 450]

Things have been going fairly well for my player and build thus far, and while it is true that Vancouver is not a top contending team, I have helped keep us out of the bottom of the standings.  I am facing an incredible number of shots and while I don’t have much chance to lead the league in goals against, I do have a fair shot at keeping my hold atop the save percentage leader board. All of that in of itself makes this rookie season a pleasant one even though it is very unlikely we make the postseason.

 

I have to be honest and also admit that I am extremely happy to come into a starting role in the VHL.  It was one of the thoughts that crossed my mind, and I don’t want to say it was a concern, because I expected my first season to be in a backup role.  So, for my season to exceed my expectations has been a great feeling.  It is always a risk to create a goaltender, but it looks as though my risk is paying off so far.

 

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