Meet the Team 23/24

Get ready to dive into the world of the Chester Road Reapers! First up in our “Meet the Team” series is Captain Craig Miller, #88. A forward with 3 years of pure grit, inspired by the Mighty Ducks and nudged into the game by his wise wife. At 36, Craig brings experience and spontaneity to every play. No game-day rituals, just raw passion on the ice!  #MeetTheTeam #ChesterRoadReapers #upTheReapers #icehockey #icehockeyuk

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Next up in our “Meet the Team” series is the rising star, Erik Berky! At 23, Erik embraced hockey when he signed with the Chester Road Reapers. A true NHL enthusiast, he supports both Pittsburgh and Montreal. No pre-game rituals for Erik – just a dynamic spirit ready to conquer the ice! #ErikBerky #MeetTheTeam #ChesterRoadReapers #upTheReapers #icehockey #icehockeyuk #eiha #deesideicerink

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Meet the young talent, Rhys Stout! Aged 21, he’s been tearing up the ice for just over a year. Rhys proudly supports the Red Wings and Deeside Dragons. Inspired by a love for watching hockey, he decided to give it a go himself. As for pre-game rituals, Rhys keeps it real – no fancy routines, just a pre-game poo before hitting the rink! #RhysStout #MeetTheTeam #ChesterRoadReapers #upTheReapers #deeside #deesidedragons #deesideicerink #connahsquay

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Let’s give it up for Gregor Balmer. At 31, he’s back on the ice after playing between the ages of 12-18 with a renewed passion since 29. A die-hard fan of the Belfast Giants, Gregor’s hockey journey began with the team’s inception in 2000. Game day prep for him? Nothing too fancy, just ensuring a fresh tape job – simplicity in the pursuit of victory! #GregorBalmer #MeetTheTeam #ChesterRoadReapers #upthereapers #belfastgiants #deesideicerink

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Meet the comeback kid, Steven Roberts! Aged 35, he's back on the ice after a junior stint in both hockey and roller hockey until age 15. Now proudly supporting the Deeside Dragons, a team close to his heart since they were Flintshire Freeze. No game day ritual for Steven, but a can of Monster fuels his energy before hitting the ice! ️ #StevenRoberts #MeetTheTeam #ChesterRoadReapers

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Get to know Richard Banks, 39 and back on the ice after a junior stint at Deeside! A proud Deeside Dragons supporter, Richard might keep his game day rituals and superstitions secret, but his dedication and skill on the rink speak volumes. #RichardBanks #MeetTheTeam #ChesterRoadReapers #icehockey #icehockeyUk #hockeylife #hockeyislife

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Meet the seasoned pro, Lewis Cleveland! Aged 33, with 30 years of play (after a 13-year hiatus). A Bracknell Bees youth development alumni, Lewis stands strong supporting Sheffield Steelers and Boston Bruins. His unique game day ritual? A playlist accompanied by a snack attack of Jaffa Cakes and Jelly Babies! #LewisCleveland #MeetTheTeam #chesterroadreapers #upTheReapers #hockeyLife #icehockeyUk

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Meet the dynamic Neil Paton! Aged 35, he’s embraced the ice for 18 months. A dedicated supporter of the Calgary Flames, Neil’s journey into hockey began with a brotherly challenge. No pre-game routine for Neil; the only constant is the anticipation that keeps him on the edge until the puck drops! #NeilPaton #MeetTheTeam #ChesterRoadReapers #icehockey #icehockeyuk #deesideicerink #hockeylife #hockeyislife

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Meet the newest player, Greg Laurie, aged 36! Playing for 18 months, he owes his hockey journey to a clever suggestion from his daughter, Cady. Greg’s childhood allegiance lies with the Colorado Avalanche. His game day ritual? Wrangling the little one for a pre-game nap, seeking a moment of calm before hitting the storm on the ice! #GregLaurie #MeetTheTeam #chesterroadreapers #upTheReapers #hockey #deesideicerink #hockeylife

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Welcome Andy Jones, 38 and back in action after 20 years off the ice! A loyal Bruins fan, Andy's love for hockey sparked from the Mighty Ducks films. His game day secret? Pre-game banter with the lads, creating a relaxed vibe before hitting the rink. Let the good times roll! #AndyJones #MeetTheTeam #ChesterRoadReapers

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Meet the rising star, Josh Jones, 19! A product of Deeside Dragons U10s to 18s, Josh’s heart belongs to the Cardiff Devils. When gearing up, it’s all about the routine – changing right to left and carefully donning those pads. Precision on and off the ice! #JoshJones #MeetTheTeam #ChesterRoadReapers #upTheReapers #deesideIceRink #hockey #hockeylife #hockeyPlayer

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Meet Dave Meadows, 30, the versatile player who’s conquered both defender and goalie roles for over 5 years! A Cardiff Devils supporter, Dave’s hockey journey began with a suggestion from Brendan during a public skate. His unique game day ritual includes a Monster and 2 cigarettes – fueling up for success on the rink! #DaveMeadows #MeetTheTeam #ChesterRoadReapers #deesideicerink #upthereapers #hockey #hockeygoalie #hockeylife

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Meet Ellis Flanagan, 26, bringing 5 years of on-and-off prowess! A devoted Deeside Dragons supporter, Ellis’s hockey journey ignited by watching the Dragons in action. His pre-game ritual is simple yet essential – a cup of black coffee, fueling the fire for success on the ice! #EllisFlanagan #MeetTheTeam #ChesterRoadReapers #upTheReapers #icehockeyUK #deesideIceRink #hockey #hockeylife

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Meet Gage Griffiths, 30, with 6 years of on-and-off hockey experience! A loyal supporter of Deeside Dragons and the San Jose Sharks, Gage’s love for hockey sparked with a cherished VHS of Mighty Ducks. His game day ritual involves a can of Monster and a soundtrack of fast-paced tunes for the drive down – setting the energy for victory! #GageGriffiths #MeetTheTeam #ChesterRoadReapers #upTheReapers #deesideIceRink #hockey

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Greetings, Vitek! At 37, you’re back on the ice after being inspired by your little one’s love for the game. Supporting “Traktor” in KHL and “Minnesota Wild” in the NHL, you kickstart game day with a cup of coffee and a determined spirit, playing on an empty stomach. Here’s to new chapters on the ice! #Vitek #MeetTheTeam #ChesterRoadReapers #upTheReapers #deesideIceRink #traktor

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Introducing Steven Bond, 35, a hockey veteran with 19 years on the ice! A devout Toronto Maple Leafs fan, Steven started playing hockey as it is the predominant religion in Canada. On game day, he gears up with a ritual of carb loading, prepping sugary drinks, and setting the mood with the classic “Eye of The Tiger” – a winning formula for success on arrival! #StevenBond #MeetTheTeam #ChesterRoadReapers #upTheReapers #icehockeyuk #hockey #hockeylife