Pengu - The Flightless Bird Will Learn to Fly

[Pengu 87]

The Flightless Bird will Learn to Fly

 

Pengu’s VHLM career has been an exciting one this season as he soon faces the upcoming draft. Joining in Season 71 as a promising center, Pengu stands 6’1” tall, weighing in as 192 lbs, and at the age of 19 he shows a lot of potential. His style of play focuses on play making with great defense, awesome passing, good skating, puck handling, and passable scoring. He developed his shot a bit late in the season.

After 54 games played, Pengu managed 52 assists and 10 goals. His +/- is -25 but his team very much needed his opportunity creating to stand a chance. Pengu managed 2 of his goals as PPGs, and has 87 shots blocked. This defensive play maker has a great foundation for any team. When asked about his development Pengu responded, “I can’t say I’m happy with my results but I’m proud of what I could accomplish. I think it’s a sign of a great competitor to always strive for more. And, with this season being over for the 21^st I’m going to use this time to improve my shot. Really taking off the pressure from my wings and scoring more goals, I think, is the best way right now for me to help my team out. Of course, I’m always going to be looking for opportunities for my teammates and I’ll make sure to keep my passing top notch.”

 

This promising center was able to play on the legendary Halifax’s 21^st team on the first line with Kazimir Komarov, and Bob Helminen. The team went strong for a couple of pick ups but ultimately fell short of play offs. They secured a lot of surprising wins, and played very well but the more composed teams beat them out. We asked Pengu how his experience has been with Halifax. “Yeah, It’s a great environment. Our coach, Dil, is a great leader and teacher. He keeps the locker room really fun and really brings our teammates together. I have to say it was very fun to play for him. It sucks we didn’t make the play offs but that’s what happens sometimes. Anyone who thinks our team is a joke has another thing coming. Our guys are hard workers and I wouldn’t be surprised if they get picked up ASAP.”

With this season’s conclusions all Pengu can do is wait for the draft. Unsure of what team will pick him up Pengu will continue his training and trying to gain physique along with skill to make himself a valuable asset. We asked Pengu, are there any teams you’d like to play for? “Well, honestly, I’m happy with any team that needs me. I’m not sure I want to play second fiddle after being in the Halifax 21st’s spotlight. But, if I have to adapt and compete for the starting line… so be it. I’m not afraid.”

Best of luck Pengu, we hope for the best!