Current NEWS:
 

 

News on Sherri Nicholas:


Sherri has been very busy and has not had much computer time so I am sending this to update all of you.  As most of you know from Facebook Sherri’s husband John was told last week that he has tumors on his lung(s), kidney(s), and it is going into his bone(s) and it is inoperable.   They were trying to go to MD Anderson in Houston for a diagnosis but would not be able to get an appointment until August 30th.  Instead they have done some research and will be going to an oncology place in Allen on Friday.  So hopefully they will be able to tell them a little more.

 

At this point, they are not really sure that it is cancer.  I know that sounds strange but they have not had a biopsy or anything yet so this could be just some strange growth. They will hopefully know more on Friday and we will keep you posted. 

 

Right now there is not anything they need other than our prayers.   Please keep John, Sherri, and Jessica in your prayers and feel free to have other friends pray for them as well.  The power of prayer is a wonderful thing!

 

We will let you all know more when we can.

Barb

 


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Tornado Announce  2010-2011 Schedule
The Texas Tornado will be part of the new South Division composed of the RoadRunners, the Wildcats and inaugural teams like the Amarillo Bulls, Corpus Christi Ice Rays and the Rio Rancho New Mexico Mustangs.  Also coming to town will be visits by the Austin Minnesota Bruins; the Onalaska Wisconsin Coulee Region Chill; the Fresno California Monsters; the Trenton Michigan Metal Jackets; the Kenai River Brown Bears; Fairbanks Ice Dogs and the Wenatchee Wild.

Read all the exciting news coming up this year including the revival of the Pros vs. Prospects game.   click

 

   2010-11 Robertson Cup Playoffs format announced 


Q&A With Tornado Owner Bill Yuill

Tanner Wilson - self proclaimed "Texas Ice Hockey Expert" interviewed our new owner.

Bill Yuill is a welcome addition to Tornado fans and he brings in  experience in owning successful hockey teams.

     interview



Jake Newton ready for 1st shift with Anaheim Ducks


Jake Newton
Texas Tornado
2006 & 2007
How does San Jacinto, not particularly a breeding ground for professional athletes anyway and definitely not a hockey hotbed, put a guy on the threshold of a National Hockey League career?

Jake Newton, now an Anaheim Duck, smiled at the query. "A lot of people in my life have had to sacrifice quite a bit," he said.


Full Story

 

 

New Teams Join the South
click on logos for links
Amarillo
Bulls
Corpus Christi
Icerays
New Mexico
Mustangs
For Tornado fans these additions mean new rivalries and exciting
roadtrips - Cool!  Also joining the NAHL this season:

Aberdeen Wings
Austin (MN) Bruins
Chicago Hitmen
Coulee Region Chill
Dawson Creek Rage
Fresno Monsters
Michigan Warriors
Port Huron


 

Ludwig stepped up for Texas Stars when needed


Trevor Ludwig
Texas Tornado
2002 & 2003
Wednesday, 06.16.2010 / 12:54 PM / News
By John Tranchina

They say the true value of a hockey play can be measured by how he responds when his team needs him most, in crucial situations. If so, then defenseman Trevor Ludwig proved his importance to the Texas Stars last week during the Calder Cup Finals.

.... Ludwig performed very well and helped contribute to two fine defensive efforts from the Dallas Stars’ top minor league affiliate.

Full Story



NAHL pioneer Chuck Robertson remembered...

        

          Updates: Bret Blatchford ('04 '05 '06) -- Karl Sellan ('03 '04 '05)

 

 Tornado Grad  
Tommy Train has signed to play professional with the CHL Texas Brahmas this fall after an illustrious collegiate career at the University of Alabama - Huntsville. Tommy was a fan favorite during his four seasons as a Tornado (2003, 04, 05, 06) and helped place 3 National Championships and 3 NAHL Championship banners in our rafters. Tommy epitomized the ultimate Tornado player in his play and leadership on and off the ice. Congratulations Tommy!

 

 

Tornado Puzzles
Test your skills!
Three levels of difficulty
 
Joe 49 pieces

Joe 99 pieces

Joe 156 pieces
#4 Joe Adams
Let us know if you enjoy this feature and who you would like to see next...

 

 

Photo Galleries - Updated   5/31/10
2010 Tryout Camps
  Dallas Pre-Draft Camp
  Detroit Camp  Day One & Day Two
 

 

 

Goalies Day - Detroit Camp

Photo by John Prince
First day of the Detroit camp was dedicated to aspiring goalies anxious to see how they measure up to the competition. A lot tried out hoping to make the cut and join the main camp. Twelve made it and will be taking turns between the pipes as the full camp games get underway.


Draft Day Casualties
A critical part in building successful hockey teams is drafting and trading players. Coach Tony Curtale and his staff have proven to be
very astute in improving the team every season. The draft process involves a lot of scouting and then careful positioning in order to be able to get the boys you want. This weeks draft went well towards replenishing Tornado talent. However, getting into position to make your selections sometimes requires making trades and having to say goodbye is a regrettable part of the process. 
#61  James Poston
James was traded to the expansion New Mexico Mustangs
#14 Steven Behm
Steven went to the Motor City Metal Jackets
#26 Alex Jacobs
Alex also went to the Motor City Metal Jackets 
We will miss them and wish them all well... 

 

For Tornado fans and the future of Texas Jr. A Junior hockey, having
four Texas teams plus New Mexico is very positive.
Road Trips!!
League stability!
Growth!


"Happy or not, junior hockey is here" - Corpus Christi

NAHL approves sale, relocation of Alpena to Corpus Christi
 story

 

 

NAHL Entry Draft - Tornado Picks                
1 Alec Thieda D Peterborough Stars CCHL
2 JD Carrabino D Youngstown Phantoms USHL
3 Sam Locke G South Kent Prep
4 Ross Mancuso D Dallas Stars U-18
check the Tornado site also

 


Dallas Pre-Draft Tryout Camp Comes to a Close...
Day three saw even more intensity as the players made the most of their chances in hoping to be recognized and named to the All Star roster.  Those that did put on quite show for the fans and the coaches in a real game atmosphere. How many will be back in the fall is in the hands of Tony and his staff as evaluate the performance of these boys from this camp and the and all the camps.  Some will make it, but most won't. That is hockey and and becoming a Tornado is not attainable for every player that wants to wear the black and gold - or dull bronze as it will be this year.                        Photos - Mark Simpson


Day Two - Dallas Pre-Draft Tryout Camp




Day two saw 4 scrimmage games plus a goalie session, all making it a long day for the boys and the coaching staff. Play intensified Saturday as every minute of ice time is so important i to show what you have for the coaches.  Photos - Mark Simpson




I came away from tonight's Town Hall Meeting which introduced the new ownership group I can't say I have ever been more excited with the direction our team is heading. There will be much more information coming from the Tornado and other sources but suffice to say the Tornado are in good hands and under sound management equipped and dedicated to returning the Tornado Hockey Club to its position as the premier team in the NAHL. This ownership group and their resources I believe are just what we need.     webeditor


Opening Day - Dallas Pre-Draft Tryout Camp
Over seventy players hit the ice on opening day of the tryout camp. They came from all over the US and Canada in hopes of impressing the coaches and making the 2001/2011 Tornado hockey team. They have three grueling days to get it done and they really put their hearts in it. Dress warm and come on out to watch the action.     Schedule

Looks like the Corpus Christi IceRays could be moving to the NAHL ranks too. Like Amarillo, who were accepted earlier this this week by NAHL, the IceRays could also be leaving the CHL minor pros to play Junior A.  more


NAHL approves sale of Tornado
May 21, 2010


The North American Hockey League (NAHL) has announced that its Board of Governors has approved the transfer of ownership of the Texas Tornado membership.

The new ownership group is led by Bill Yuill, president of Consolidated Sports Holdings USA, Inc.

A native and resident of Medicine Hat, Alberta, Yuill, who is also chairman and CEO of The Monarch Corporation, a privately-owned company with three operating divisions - communications, investments and sports franchises - has owned and operated successful baseball and hockey teams for over three decades.


more from the NAHL


Tornado to hold press conference announcing new
ownership and exciting new changes and directions
for the club.
This is the news we have been waiting
for. Things are looking good!!!!
   more                     


Amarillo to join the NAHL - Story
Should make for some good road trips


Tornado to hold Pre-Draft Tryout Camp

May 21 - 23
Dr Pepper Arena - Frisco

Public Welcome - Need volunteers

Schedule

Information from TTBC Pres


Tornado Tenders:
  Ekler signs Tender with the Tornado
Solorzano signs Tender with Tornado
Olivieri Tenders with the Texas Tornado
Leef Signs Tender with Texas Tornado
Svoboda signs Tender with Tornado



Bobcats crowned
Robertson Cup champions
The Bismarck Bobcats celebrated the North American Hockey League’s (NAHL) 2010 Robertson Cup championship with a 3-0 victory over the Fairbanks Ice Dogs in the title game Sunday at the Town Toyota Center in Wenatchee, Wash. The Robertson Cup is awarded to the playoff champion of the NAHL, which also represents USA Hockey’s Tier II Junior A national champion.

The oldest junior hockey trophy in the United States, the Robertson Cup is named in honor of Chuck Robertson, a pioneer of junior hockey in the NAHL and youth hockey in the state of Michigan.

Congratulations to Bismarck!

The NAHL Southern Division St. Louis Bandits run for a fourth consecutive NAHL Robertson Cup Championship came to an end early Saturday evening for the three-time defending champions.

St. Louis finished the round-robin portion of the Robertson Cup with a 1-3 record.



Due top unforeseen circumstances the Minnesota Camp has been cancelled

Saints Sign Shane Sooth


 Sully Off to Maine
The Texas Tornado is proud to announce that goaltender Dan Sullivan has committed to the University of Maine for the 2010-11 season.   Sullivan played in 51 regular season games for the Tornado this past season, posting a 3.08 GAA, 1575 saves, and .912 save percentage. During five playoffs games for the Tornado Sullivan had a 1.65 GAA, 185 saves, and .949 save percentage.

“Sully started at a high level this year and because of his work ethic and willingness to learn just better and better.  Dan is going to an outstanding program at Maine and I have no doubt that he will be a big factor in their future success,” says Head Coach Tony Curtale. “I have coached several big time goaltenders in the past like Ben Bishop, Al Montoya, Dave McKee, Brandon Crawford-West, Ron Vogel, and Sullivan is right there with that group.”


Former Alumni Ben Bishop who attended Maine from 2006-08 and led the team to two Final Four appearance before leaving early to play for the St. Louis Blues and the Peoria Rivermen (AHL). Maine has appeared in 17 NCAA tournaments, 11 Frozen Fours, earned 5 Hockey East Championships, and 2 NCAA Championships. 

The Booster Club wishes you all the best, Sully!

NEW: From the Bangor Daily News

 


St. Louis Bandits Advance To Robertson Cup Play
For the fourth consecutive year, the Bandits will represent the NAHL South in the tournament to determine the National Champions. The Bandits who came within 12 seconds of being eliminated by the Tornado in game five of the first round, went on to yet another game five eliminating the Topeka Road Runners. The Bandits are three time defending NAHL champs  and will be vying for a fourth title.

Many Tornado fans will be rooting for the Bandits, normally our bitter enemy, to keep the Cup in the South Division to maintain our pride of calling the South the most dominate division in the NAHL.


Sully picks up another honor
Goalie, All South Division Team
North American Hockey League (NAHL) has announced its All-Central, -North, -
South and -West Division Teams for the 2009-10 season, as selected by
the league’s coaches and general managers.






Farewell to the Tornado
The Booster Club and Tornado Billet Parents
went together and held an old fashioned picnic
to say goodbye and thanks for all the enjoyment they
have provided this season.
They are all such fine young men....


                                                   
                                                                           Photo Gallery
 


"Our Tornado this year proved that a team is a group organized to work together to accomplish a set of objectives that cannot be achieved effectively by individuals."
                                                       a TTBC member

       


     Pictures of Saturday's road trip to Game Five   


Tornado Season Ends
Thank you Boys
Thank you Coaches
Thank you Staff
It's been a very good year!!

Stay tuned for announcements of the End of Season Party

 


We lost the game
But we WON the Pride




12 seconds from victory and the Bandits tie
it up and again, force another overtime and
win Round one 3-2.


Congratulations to the Bandits!

 
Sure, we're sad for our boy's as they came so very close but they have won too in our hearts. They gain the respect of our fans and the Bandit fans to for level of competition they showed in the series. The Bandits are very talented, very well coached and have the record to prove that. For our boys to arise to the level where we matched a team of the caliber of the Bandits is our vindication.

Yesterday was the last game for many of our boys as they leave the Jr level. They are sad to leave and not win the game after coming so close but I hope and trust with a little time, they will realize how much they really accomplished. All our boys came together as a team and made everyone one proud. The younger players who come back next season will have the taste of what it means to play at this level and be leaders to the new boys coming in.

Congratulations Bandits. You earned the right to move on and may you do well in the tournament.


April 10 - Chesterfield, MO

                                                                         
                    
(Game Story)      
                                                                                          

 

 

 

 


It's Back To St. Louis for Game 5 

Tornado lose heartbreaker 3-2 in the 3rd
twenty minute overtime. Decider Saturday. 

1:00pm  - Chesterfield, MO

End to end action, outstanding goaltending, both teams deserved to win and with their backs to the wall the Bandits came through to even the series.


                                                                                                         
Photo by Rick Lasater
                                                          
April 8- Frisco, TX

                                                                         
                    
(Game Story)      
                                                                                          

 

 

 

    Game Story now available for Wednesday

 


Tornado can't quite get
it done and lose 1-0

Despite out shooting the Bandits 27-22 Texas couldn't
get the puck past Tyler Bruggeman. Dan Sullivan was
big again only allowing one goal.


                                                                                                         
Photo by Rick Lasater

Tornado will face Bandits again
Thursday night for game 4
 


                                                          

April 7- Frisco, TX

Kirk Estes - Texas Tornado Booster Club
           
(Game Story)      
                                                                                           Tornado Story not available yet

Bandits story


According to the Tornado Facebook page, an authentic Tornado jersey will be awarded at tonight's game. However this is only available to those fans who Tweett and know how to retweet or something to that effect.  No instructions or explanations how become eligible to win the jersey are provided. So, only those in-the-know will have a chance to win. A call to the Tornado office confirmed this information. Did anyone win tonight?

 

     Tonight's game will be available on B2 

 

Sullivan Slams the Goalmouth Door

"Dan Sullivan has
seen
more rubber than the workers at your local tire factory"

by Mike Stern
Inside Hockey


             See the full story

 

 

 

Texas Stiffs Bandits Two games in St. Louis
Congratulations On A
Great Start Tornado!!

Let's Finish the Job Wednesday
and send the Bandits Packing


 


Texas Does It Again... 3-1!!

Back-to-Back Wins on Bandits Ice.
 Tornado could closeout first round on home ice!
JD Howard continues to score.
Sullivan stops 30 of 31 shots


                                                          

April 3- Chesterfield, MO

Kirk Estes - Texas Tornado Booster Club
            (Game Story)      
 

 

 


Tornado take Game One 3-2

Win sets up possible "Sweep" in Frisco


 


                                                           Photo - Ryan Casey - St. Louis Bandits

April 2 - Chesterfield, MO

Kirk Estes - Texas Tornado Booster Club
            (Game Story     

 

 

 Pre-Game Report

Let the Playoffs Begin

Look for the Real
Tornado to show up
for the playoffs

Texas Tornado
at
St. Louis Bandits

April 2 & 3 @ Bandits -- Game 3 & 4 in Frisco 7 & 8* -- Game 5* @ Bandits

 

   NAHL names Kyrias director of sales and marketing

 

New Photo Galleries Added:
  Mar 18 Games Shots
Mar 19 Game Shots
Mar 20 Postgame Skate

  

Sully
Ranked
Top NAHL
Goalie
www.goaliesworld.com

 

Goalies' World Magazine, a North American hockey publication focused specifically on goaltenders, ranked Tornado goaltender Dan Sullivan as the NAHL's top goalie upon the completion of the league's regular season.  More on Tornado Website

 

      NAHL welcomes New Mexico team for 2010-11

     UAA Rescinds Bengtson's Scholarship Offer  Tornado 2007/2008

 

 

 

 

Merrimack rookie
Stephane Da Costa
TT 2006-07

 was an easy
selection as
Rookie of the Year.
&
HEA All-Rookie Team

 

     

Ike now has his own

 Photo Gallery.

It's only fitting for the
Tornado "Master Mascot", winner of the recent
Fox 4 Dance-Off.

 

 

New Gameshots:  Springfield Road Trip - Mar 12, 13 & 14


Ike takes the prize - video

 

New Gallery:  Game Shots -- March 7 Tornado SO victory

 

 
  
Texas Stars Sign Rookie Tyler Ludwig to ATO

 
Newton inks three-year deal with the Anaheim Ducks     Video too!

 

 

Tornado Roll Over Jr. Blues 4-1
 
Deur, Boyer and Taurence (2) Score and
Continue With 4th straight Win Over Springfield



                                                                   Joni Coons - Jr. Blues Photographer

March 12 - Springfield, IL

Kirk Estes - Texas Tornado Booster Club
            (Full Story)       (Box Score)

New:  Springfield Journal-Register   story

Ejection rescinded

Referee Kevin Webinger issued a game ejection to Curtale prior to pregame warmups. The ruling was overturned by NAHL commissioner Mark Frankenfeld after a phone appeal, according to Blues board president Chris Kolb. The flare-up between Webinger and Curtale followed a warning to Curtale and Maher to temper their behavior on the bench during the game due to a heated verbal exchange between players from each team prior to the start of warmups.


 

 Sergei Korostin & Trevor Ludwig named to Texas Stars (AHL) Clear Day roster

 

   Games Shots from Friday & Saturday series against Springfield now online

 

   Oklahoma Sooners Finish Season 24-8-6 and Ranked No. 9  story

 

Dan Sullivan - Texas Tornado
NAHL Goalie of the Week

Texas goaltender Dan Sullivan backstopped the Tornado to a three-game sweep over Springfield, turning aside 100 of 107 shots.  On Friday, the York, Pa., native made 31 saves in regulation and overtime and all five in the shootout in a 5-4 victory.  The next night, the 21-year-old stopped 31 shots as the Tornado downed the Jr. Blues, 2-1.  Sullivan steered aside 38 shots in regulation and overtime and all four in the shootout in a 3-2 triumph on Sunday.

"Sully’s performance last weekend proved his MVP status,” said Tornado assistant coach Jason Bloomingburg. “He continues to be huge between the pipes making crucial saves at keys points of the game.”

Shane Sooth received Honorable Mention for South Player of the week

 


First-year NAPHL exceeds expectations - Interesting insight & comments from Tony

Tornado graduate Reese makes NHL debut   (He only played one game for TT)

 

Report:
Raised over $12,000

 

 

Photo Galleries Updated:
     Game Shots from Wichita Falls (2) Feb 26 & 27

    Player Pictures - updated
     Player Biographies added for #16 Shane Sooth & #27 Tyler Mort

 

Sooner hockey heads to nationals - 8 former Tornado on roster

 

 
 
Can you solve the
Tornado Booster Club
Word Search Puzzle??
Give it a try 


J.D. Howard - Texas Tornado
NAHL South Player of the Week

 

Texas forward J.D. Howard struck for two goals and two assists as the Tornado celebrated a two-game sweep over Fairbanks.  On Friday, the Canfield, Ohio, native picked up a pair of assists in a 3-1 triumph.  The next night, the 19-year-old scored two goals as the Tornado downed the Ice Dogs, 5-3. He was also a plus-5 on the weekend.

Dan Sullivan received Honorable Mention for his fine work last weekend

"J.D. was around the puck all weekend,” said Tornado head coach Tony Curtale.  “He made a lot of big plays and his offensive presence was noticeable.”

 

 

 

 

 

   Tornado acquire two new players at the Trade Deadline  

Player Photo


#16  Shane Sooth
Birthday:  April 18, 1992
Position: Forward
Height:   6-1
Weight:  190
Former Teams:  Sioux City, USHL & US Under 18
 
YEAR TEAM GP G A PTS +/- PIM PPG PPA SHG SHA GWG SHOTS SPCT
2009/2010 Sioux City 10 3 2 5 -1 0 1 2 0 0 0 12 .250

 

 

Player Photo

#9  Michael Zagari
Birthday:  Sep 30, 1991
Home:  McKees Rocks, PA
Position:  Defense
Height:   6-3
Weight:  270
Former Teams:  Pittsburgh Hornets (MM) - U!18
 
YEAR TEAM GP G A PTS +/- PIM PPG PPA SHG SHA GWG SHOTS SPCT
2009/2010 Pitts Hornets 40 3 10 13 75 2   0        

 

 

    Booster Club receives recognition - American Jr Hockey

 

   TTBC Feed The IceDogs Pictures are now posted - click

 

Tornado Acquire Forward Tyler Mort The Texas Tornado have acquired forward Tyler Mort in a trade. The 18-year-old forward comes from the Wenatchee Wild in exchange for future considerations. Mort comes from Post Falls, Idaho and stands at 5'8" and 176 lbs. This season is his first in the NAHL. In seven games played this season, Mort has registered one goal and four assists. His performances of the season include a one goal and two assist game against the Kenai River Brown Bears. "Tyler is a good young player that will make an impact on the team, especially in the future" coach Tony Curtale said of the newly acquired forward. Mort debuted with the Tornado Wednesday night wearing jersey number 27.


Other Transactions:  We say goodbye and we wish you the very best!
    AJ Mueller to Marquette Rangers - NAHL North  Now he will get to play!!
    Shay Cizmar to Alpena IceDiggers - NAHL North
    Kevin McLean to Janesville Jets - NAHL North

 

 

 

                           Booster Club Feed the Ice Dogs


The Booster Club fed the Ice Dogs their pre-game meal Saturday. Besides being a very good hockey team they are a pleasure to be around. Every boy thanked the Booster Members there and were genuinely appreciative. This is the second time members have fed Fairbanks. A few years ago when we learned the Ice Dogs were going to be in town over Thanksgiving members jumped in and prepared a real thanksgiving feast with all the trimmings just like home.
                                       See the photo album

 

 

Tornado add forward from Wanatchee

Tyler Mort
Birthday: Jan 31, 1992
Hometown: Post Falls, ID
Position: F
Height: 5'8"
Weight: 176
no additional information available
as yet on trade

REGULAR SEASON
YEAR TEAM GP G A PTS +/- PIM PPG PPA SHG SHA GWG SHOTS SPCT
2009/2010 Wenatchee 7 1 4 5 +4 12 1 0 0 0 0 9 .111

 

 

Tornado kick off Read To Achieve program   story

 

 

  Report from the:
TOP PROSPECTS TOURNAMENT
Ann Arbor, Michigan
January 18-20
Representing the Texas Tornado for the NAHL South
Rock Einersen Jack Prince Dan Sullivan

 

   Tornado Acquire Latvian Defenseman   Tornado Story  Further roster info pending

 

      Matt Krug shed bad-boy image, becomes leader for Muskegon Lumberjacks

Welcome
Nicholas Taurence
Received in trade with Alpena
for Jared Williams

Great on Faceoffs. Good Speed. Works hard in
both ends. Shoots the puck well.

2006-07 Detroit Little Caesars AAA Major Midget

YEAR TEAM GP G A PTS +/- PIM PPG PPA SHG SHA GWG SHOTS SPCT
2009/2010 Alpena 29 9 12 21 -11 22 5 6 0 0 1 105 .086

 


Andy Wozniewski
Named to AHL All-Star Classic

Wozniewski, a defenseman with the Providence Bruins, patrolled the blue line for the Texas Tornado during the 2000-01 season. He posted 44 points on 10 goals in 54 games in his only NAHL season.
                                  Full Story >>

 

 

 



Annual Holiday Party
with the Tornado


Great fun had by all!

The Booster Club went all out
for the team again this year
in wishing each and every
boy well as they head
home for the holidays.
 
Lots of food - thank you Luby's
for catering the main course -
and many, many desserts by our members.

This is a great group of boys,
on and off the ice. They seem
to really appreciate the TTBC
and what it does and we
appreciate them.

Holiday Party Pictures  now ready

Remember our kind sponsors who supported this event

 

 

 

            

10 Years of Hockey Greats Lead the Texas Tornado Hall of Fame
The 2009-2010 NAHL Texas Tornado hockey season is the 10 year anniversary of the Texas Tornado franchise.  Many great players have been a part of the Texas Tornado team.     

 The Texas Tornado has nominated 27 alumni.  The fans will be able to vote for their favorite 10 alumni to be inducted into the Texas Tornado Hall of Fame.  Each year following the anniversary, three additional alumni will be selected to join their fellow honored alumni.

 

 

 

What did you miss??
Wings Party at Hooter's
Tuesday November 17 - Frisco

Thanks to a Booster Club member's lucky draw our boys received fun Wings Party. The member - who wishes to remain anonymous - won the Party at a local Hooter's restaurant and donated it to the TTBC for the Tornado players.  All you could eat wings, fries and drinks for one hour!! That amounts to a lot of wings with these hungry boys!
                                            
 
 
The party package was limited to fifty people so with all the boys and coaches only a few spaces were left for TTBC members. At the last meeting this party was discussed and it was decided the slots would be limited to those in attendance.

So... it pays to attend the TTBC meetings!

check out the party album

 

 

 

Ike in the Frisco Community Parade

November 14, 2009

 

 

  Results of the Pumpkin Voting  See how they did

 

 

Vote for your favorite player carved pumpkins
checkout their creations here
TTBC
Player Carved

Pumpkin Auction

Be sure to come by the Booster Club table on this Friday night to put in your bid for a player carved pumpkins. 

All money made by the Booster Club goes to support the players with snack bags for away games, welcome gifts upon their arrival, end of the year party and gifts, and a holiday dinner, just to name a few things.  Thank you for your support.

checkout their creations here

 

 

Texas Tornado Booster Club

Pumpkin Carving

Great fun was had by all as the players really got after the pumpkins as they prepared their creations.

The pumpkins will be auctioned off with bidding starting at the games Oct. 29 & 30     
See a quick preview of the fun Click
checkout their creations here

 

 

 

We are now PayPal verified and welcome donations to help us support our boys.       

 

     

 












Ian Braun (5'11/180) took the Bandits Isak Quakenbush (6'5/230) to the woodshed. Very good tilt and a long one too. In the end big boy proved he was pretty good at blocking Ian's punches... with his face.

 

 

 

     WMUBroncos: Freshman defenseman Matt Tennyson picked up his first collegiate assist
       in his first career game.


    Amazing Goal..Must See!  click

 

   

Note from a player parent:

I just wanted to thank all of you so much for taking the time to take care of these boys.  You
do not know how much it means to me that my son is cared for so much by so many people.  
There aren't enough words for me to say again.... thank you,

Lori Billings (Poston)

  


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Join and Register - The Texas Tornado Booster Club 

 

Tony Curtale named Team President   Details

 

 

 

July 17, 2009

The TTBC Executive Board met with Team President and Head Coach Tony Curtale to go over ideas for the upcoming season.   One of the more important things discussed was what we we want to sell at our table this season.  We will of course still have the ever popular player buttons, and horns!  Other possible things we might do this season include a player auction where you will be able to have dinner with your favorite player, a pumpkin auction, and possibly even a golf tournament!

 

The booster club is very excited to work with the Tornado to help make this season a great success.


Coach Curtale has also said there might be a chance to help support the U18 team by volunteering during tournaments here at home.  Tony is very thankful for all the booster club has done to help him and the players during tryouts.


Be sure to check the TTBC website on a regular basis so you can stay up to date on what we're doing to prepare for the season.

 

Want to Join the TTBC?     click here

 

 

 

    

 

 

Texas Tornado
 Tryout Camp  

DALLAS
 June 19 - 21

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 


For pictures of all three days check our

Photo Galleries

 

Daily Reports from Detroit camp

 


 

Tornado 2009/2010 regular season  Schedule

 

Want to keep up with Junior Hockey? Check out this site...
This site picks up where Marc Foster left off and compiles American Jr. hockey stories with limited comments and none of the "crap" of GlassRattler. Give it a try!!

 





 
   Planning for 2009/2010



 
   Membership:  Time to join is NOW!
We have a lot of things to do getting ready for the hockey year and building our membership is the top priority. We need active members to accomplish our goals and we need the cash from dues to use as seed money for our projects. Please do your part and apply today!
Online Application is ready now. Everyone has to fill out the application whether you have paid your dues or not. This is how we maintain accurate member information and you gain access to the "members-only" sections of the website. After June 15 only currant
members will have access using IDs and Passwords.

   Upcoming Activities: 
Tryout Camps!

Several members are independently planning
to attend and assist Tony in Chicago and Detroit but the TTBC will be needing volunteers for the Frisco camp. Helping players with paperwork. shuttling between hotels and the rink and providing snacks are just some of the services we will provide. Its a great way to help the Tornado staff and meet some awesome young men as they try to make our team.
A night with Tony:
 
We're planning an informal potluck so we can get reacquainted with Coach Curtale. It will be chance to talk one on one with the best coach in all of Jr. hockey. This will event will be open to current members and potential members too so they can meet us and we can twist some arms. No one will be allowed to go
                                  home before joining!!
 
Training Camp Tailgate:

We will all want to see the new team Tony has assembled so what would you think of putting some burgers and dogs on the barbe and having a tailgate party during training camp? What a better way to welcome these players to Texas and the TTBC?

We want your ideas too:
What do you want the TTBC to be? Its your Booster Club, what would like to do? What can the TTBC do to better serve the boys and it's members?  Let us know. Send your comments to the Webeditor.

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