Over the course of the next few months HSN
will take you behind the helmets and allow our readers the opportunity to get
to know each member of the HAWKS just a little bit!
NAME: Riley Gear
POSITION: LW / RW
NUMBER: 2
FAVOURITE NHL TEAM: Toronto Maple Leafs
FAVOURITE PLAYER: James van Riemsdyk
FAVOURITE THING TO DO AWAY FROM THE ARENA: Away from the arena I like ride my scooter
FAVOURITE MOTIVATIONAL SAYING: COME ON BOYS!! LET'S GO!!!
THOUGHTS ON WHAT YOU CAN DO TO HELP THE TEAM: Be positive
COACH'S TWO CENTS: This year was a year of change for Tuffy. A season ago he was a d-man but over the course of the summer the coaching staff envisioned using him up front. We knew Riley was a little hesitant at first but he has done a great job with the transition. We thought Tuffy would make the perfect power forward and he has done a great job. Tuffy is big, strong, not afraid to go to the front of the net and has a cannon of a shot. Tuffy is a team guy and I know he is one player that his teammates look up too. Tuffy is at his best when he keeps it simple i.e. head manning the puck, keeping his feet moving and being active on the back check. Down the stretch Riley will play a big role both on and off the ice and I am certain his leadership qualities will be at the forefront of our success in the playoffs!!! Even though he gave me Toronto Maple Leafs Christmas ornaments, I have really enjoyed coaching Riley the past 2 seasons. Riley is just an awesome kid to have on the team again this season...keep up the great work Riley!