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FROM: Carson of Bridgman
Q) What does your team do after a missed call on a goal? And how do you try and convince the ref. it was only a penalty or goal, whatever the instance you thought the wrong call was made on during the action?

A) Well, first off, you can’t really argue calls once the reg. has made his decision. The only thing you can do is put a bug in his ear for the next time and hopefully he’s more attentive.

FROM: Linda of Reading
Q) Hi, I have two questions for you. One is how do you like Kalamazoo? And who do you get along with?

A) I think it’s beautiful. The fans and team have been very accommodating. I get along with everyone. It’s such a good group of guys.

FROM: Michele of Portage
Q) What made you decide to come play for the K-Wings?

A) The biggest convincer would be Mark Reeds. He spoke very positively about Kalamazoo and the organization. Also, a championship season last year helped.

FROM: John of Portage
Q) Who was your favorite Pittsburgh Penguin player(s) when you were growing up?

A) Jagr! Amazing skill.

FROM: John of Portage
Q) What team do you like playing for the most…Otters, Mechanics or K-Wings?

A) Each place has been special to me in different ways. With the Otters, we won an OHL championship, which is an amazing feat. Mechanics was a great bunch of guys and some friendships that will never be lost. Now with the K-Wings, another new group of guys and establishing new friendships and bonds. Ultimately, winning another championship would be the best.

FROM: Andrea of Paw Paw
Q) What did you think of the orange ice game? And what do you think about the city of Kalamazoo?

A) Orange ice was unique. Definitely a new experience for me, but an entertaining one. So far Kalamazoo has been nice!

FROM: Devin of Portage
Q) Which goalie in the NHL is the best of all?

A) I would say Brodeur with the Devils. He’s been so good for so long and continues to be unreal.

FROM: Lonnie of Saginaw
Q) Where did you start playing hockey and at what age?

A) In my home town, Drayton, Ontario. I was very young, 2-3 years old.

FROM: John of Portage
Q) Who’s your favorite K-Wing to talk with off the ice?

A) Well, I live with Snider, room on the road with Karlander and have played with Bootland a couple of years ago in Cleveland. Willis is easy to talk to as well.

FROM: Tim of Mattawan
Q) Scott, What do you think about your top goalie, Askey? He was just pulled out of the net Saturday [a few games ago] and the fans actually cheered. I believe he has very good potential, but was it just not his night? Also, your (the Wings) timing seems to have been just off lately on scoring goals…is that something that is going to be worked on vigorously? Thanks, Tim

A) Tom is a spectacular goalie! He played at the highest level in the world (NHL), everyone has off nights. As a goalie it’s noticed more, especially on the scoreboard. As for timing, it take time. Practicing generates chemistry and it transpires in games.

FROM: Todd of Three Rivers
Q) Who is your favorite NHL football team (I like Miami) and do you play fantasy football?

A) Not a huge football fan. I watch it, but no real favorite.

FROM: Stacey of Lawrence
Q) Hey Scott, glad you are on the Wings this year. Are you? Do you watch Family Guy on Adult Swim on the Cartoon Network?

A) Thank you, I’m glad to be here. With our busy schedule we rarely have time, so I haven’t seen much of Family Guy this season.

FROM: Jodi of Lawrence
Q) What is the one experience that you take from all the different teams you’ve played on?

A) You try to develop every year. You learn from the coaches and older players, so the biggest thing is to grow on the new stuff every year.

FROM: Allison of Kalamazoo
Q) Is there any pressure on you and all of the others that came in this season new, being we were Colonial Cup, Tarry Cup and Division Champions? I know you will all make a repeat of what happened last year! Thanks so much and welcome to the Wings! -Allison

A) Thank you for the warm greetings! There is lots of expectations with coming to a reigning champion team and the only thing you can do is play your best.

FROM: Kwingfan of Kalamazoo
Q) Do you think the team has what it takes to repeat?

A) There are a lot of core guys back from last year with Bootland, Karlander, Willis and Zinger. Also, with solid goaltending and a good group of new guys I think it’s going to come together nicely.

FROM: Matt of Saginaw
Q) I have a “heavy” shot…though I can’t hit the broad side of a barn! What can I do to help my accuracy?

A) You could set up targets and work hard to hit them. Work on accuracy first and as that comes then increase the velocity of the shot.

FROM: Devyn of Portage
Q) What is your favorite food?

A) Steak and potatoes! Nothing beats it.

FROM: Stacey of Lawrence
Q) What is one fact about you that people don’t normally know?

A) I’m a shy guy and some people might take it as being rude, but I guess it’s just my nature.

FROM: Dave of Flint
Q) Where did you start your professional career and what brought you to Kalamazoo?

A) My first year I was in Cleveland with Bootland. This year just talking with Mark Reeds and the opportunity in Kalamazoo seemed like a good fit for me.