An Aussie love letter to the Flyers
My wife for Christmas sheepishly passed me this and said “I hope it’s the right one”.
I originally bought this game from a pawn shop when I was in middle school. I loved the idea of life hockey but growing up in country Victoria, Australia the closest I had come to ice was in my freezer.
I still remember starting this game up, not having a clue who to play as other than the Mighty Ducks, and seeing this absolute stud on the front cover and opening screen.
Since then I’ve tried to follow the team as best as I could. About 13 years ago I decided to try my hand at playing ice hockey. Bought a Dan Carcillo knock off jersey (before having a Reebok Lindros jersey custom made). Have played hockey ever since and (for better or worse) watched our team as close as possibly (including seeing the boys play live in the season opener against Boston at TD Gardens on my honeymoon).
Somewhere along the line I lost my copy but never forgot the game. I fucking love this team. I love this sport. And although I’m far removed from the city, jumping into the game-day threads and having a yarn with mates during play is an absolute hoot.
Hope everyone had an amazing festive holiday period. Here’s to our future success! 🖤🧡
My wife for Christmas sheepishly passed me this and said “I hope it’s the right one”.
I originally bought this game from a pawn shop when I was in middle school. I loved the idea of life hockey but growing up in country Victoria, Australia the closest I had come to ice was in my freezer.
I still remember starting this game up, not having a clue who to play as other than the Mighty Ducks, and seeing this absolute stud on the front cover and opening screen.
Since then I’ve tried to follow the team as best as I could. About 13 years ago I decided to try my hand at playing ice hockey. Bought a Dan Carcillo knock off jersey (before having a Reebok Lindros jersey custom made). Have played hockey ever since and (for better or worse) watched our team as close as possibly (including seeing the boys play live in the season opener against Boston at TD Gardens on my honeymoon).
Somewhere along the line I lost my copy but never forgot the game. I fucking love this team. I love this sport. And although I’m far removed from the city, jumping into the game-day threads and having a yarn with mates during play is an absolute hoot.
Hope everyone had an amazing festive holiday period. Here’s to our future success! 🖤🧡