Mike Eruzione Interview

We just finished our interview with Mike Eruzione! Great guy and great interview from the former Team USA Captain! Questions are in white, answers in red!

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1) Who did you look up to when you were younger?
My Parents

2) What is th greatest memory you've had as a hockey player?

Beating Finland to win the Gold 

3) If you could meet any NHL player in the league (past and present), who would it be?

I've met most of the great ones so maybe Glenn Hall

4) What was your favorite NHL team growing up?
Chicago Blackhawks
5) What are your intrest outside of hockey?
Golf and more golf
6) How did it feel to be captian of Team USA in the Olympics?
It was a great honor but I also had a team of captians
7) What were your emotions when you beat the Soviets and moved on to beat Finland for the Gold Medal?
Excited and proud we worked hard to get where we were. So our emotions were pretty high
8) What made you decide to stand up against legendary coach Herb Brooks after the tie against the Norwegian National Team in the scrimage when he drilled you guys with endless "Herbies?" Also how did it feel when you did that?
Don't believe everything you watched in the movie, it was a team stand. 
9) Do you ever think there will be another "Miracle on Ice?"
I hope so but with the pro's playing we are now considered one of the favorites, I hope we win Gold everytime we play.
10) Were you worried to play the Soviets again after the loss in the scrimmage against them in MSG?
No, we were a diffrent team the 2nd time we played, much more confident and playing much better.

11) Has anyhting in the world ever compared to feeling after scoring such a big goal in the Olympics? (refering to the GW goal against the Soviets)
Yes the birth of my 3 children was greater

Upcoming Mike Robitaille Interview

We have just verified an interview with formor NHLer Mike Robitaille! Should be great!

Ed O'Neil Interview

I receantly had the pleasure of interviewing Penn State and NFL alumnist Ed O'Neil! Mr. O'Neil is my football coach at my school and a really great guy to talk to! He kindly did a hand written interview for our blog so here it is:

1) When growing up, who was your biggest inspiration to play football?

       When growing up my, my biggest inspiration was my brother Dan. Dan was 2 years older but always included me in any sporting event or game he was in. As a senior in High School he was an honorable mention for the All-American team as a running back. He recieved a full athletic scholarship to play at Villanoua University.

2) What was it like to coached in college by legendary football coach Joe Paterno and what was your greatest memory of/with him?

        Being coached by Joe, who I consider, the greatest college coach of all time was an Honor. So many memories to share but that one that will stay with me happened last May when, after my father died, I recieved a handwritten letter from him in an envolope he personally wrote out the address. I had not played for him in 38 years and he had the class write a note of condolence for me.

3) What is the greatest moment you've had playing and coaching football?

       In the 38 years I've played and coached there are too many great memories to record. But, one that does stick out is while coaching at Rutgers University,beating Penn State 21-16 in 1988.

4) If you could go back and change anything in your football career, what would it be?

        As it would be for the most, the injuries that ended my career. After playing in 88 consecutive games, the injuries started and my career ended.

5) Do you still talk to any of your past teammates? If so who are you closest with?

        We still have great communication with our teammates. Nut 1973 Heismann Trophy Winner John Cappelletti is who I remain closest to.

6) You have played in the NFL and coached in both the CFL and NFL Europe. Which league did you like the most?

         All 3 leagues have their plusses. Playing in the NFL is a dream come true. Coaching in Europe allowed me and my family to see the sights of Europe they most likely would have never seen. And The CFL is so diffrent than American Football it was a great challenge.

7) Besides the two teams you played with in the NFL, what team do wish you had the chance to play for?

        The team, of course, would be the Steelers. I grew up in Westren Pa. and the fact that the Steelers won 4 Supper Bowls during the time I was in the NFL would have been NICE

Alex Biega Interview!

We recently did our first interview with our new partner Caitlin (The Puck Stops Here) (Check her blog here at: http://thepuckstopshere30.blogspot.ca/)  with Alex Biega! It turned out great! Here it is!


         1) Who did you look up to when you were younger?


My dad. Always working hard and never complaining. He raised four boys and Made so many sacrifices for us to succeed.

2) When you were drafted by the Buffalo Sabres, what were your emotions?

Was drafted in 2006 in the 5th round. It was one of the proudest and memorable moments to this day. Especially to be drafted by buffalo  having such rich history.

3) When you were excepted into Harvard, how did it feel?

I I was expected to hear by 2pm on a Friday I got in or not. I never received a phone call until 4pm, having someone tell me I was accepted. Just like the NHL draft, it was such a rewarding feeling for all the hard work and sacrifice that was made.

4) What is the greatest memory you've had as a hockey player?

Winning the Salisbury schools first ever New England championship. One of my brothers was on the team with me at the time which was great to share the experience with.

5) What was your favorite NHL team growing up?

Grew up in Montreal so hard not to say the Canadians

6) If you could meet any NHL player in the league (past and present), who would it be?

Would have to say Gordie Howe. Just a legend.

7)What did you major in while attending Harvard?

Sociology. Took a lot of different classes in different fields while I was there.

8) Do you know Bills quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick considering you both attended Harvard?

I don't know him but seen him at Harvard once in the summer training for the off season. He is obviously a legend there and think he visits when he can make the trip.

9) What are your interests outside of hockey?

I'm a big movie guy and I try to learn to play the guitar from my room mate.

10) What do you like best about living/being in Rochester/Buffalo?

The fans. Avid fans who are so compassionate about their hockey.

11) Do you like any other sports besides hockey?

I played soccer all my life even in prep school. Love the sport and I can't say I don't get excited for the world cup!


         12) You attended Harvard the same time as New York Knick Jeremy Lin, did you know him? If so how well did you know him?


 I took a class with him but didn't know him that we'll. The select few times we did hang out, he is a low key and quiet guy. Great person though.


We'd like to thank Mr. Biega for a great interview! Thanks Again Alex! Great pleasure working with you!

Ed O'Neil

Today I happened to have my football caoch Ed O'Neil as a substatuite. As you may know Ed O'Neil is a formor NFL Footbal player. Mr. O'Neil was kind enough to sign two pictures for me. I will be posting his interview most likely tommorrow so stay tuned! For now here's the signed pictures from the Penn State Legend!

Recent Verified Up Coming Interview!

We have just verified we will be haveing an interview with...

Buffalo Sabres Center Cody Hodgson! As always send your questions to us!

More Up Coming Interviews!

We have just comferimed two interviews! They are...

Current Swiss-A Leaguer and Formor NHLer J.P. Dumont

and

Current AHLer with the Rochester Americans and Sabres prospect Alex Biega!

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