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03/22/26 – Week 5
8:00PM: Czechia (H) vs Italy (A)
9:00PM: Czechia (H) vs Russia (A)
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Week 7 Schedule and Preview
8:00 PM – River Sharks (1-7-0) vs Stray Cats (5-3-0)
9:00 PM – River Sharks (1-7-0) vs Tarantulas (6-2-0)
The SARHL heads into Week 7 with looming clouds of uncertainty—literally. With rain in the forecast, tonight’s games could be a wash, but assuming the weather holds, the River Sharks will have their endurance tested with a doubleheader against the Stray Cats and the Tarantulas. For the Sharks, this week presents another uphill battle, while the Stray Cats aim to snap their recent skid, and the Tarantulas continue to build on their strong season.
Game 1: River Sharks (1-7) vs. Stray Cats (5-3)
The opening game features the struggling River Sharks hosting the Stray Cats, who are eager to stop the bleeding after dropping three straight. The Cats, once the league’s undefeated juggernaut, are now showing cracks, with attendance issues and offensive struggles contributing to their decline. Even Captain Andrew Minerd’s consistency hasn’t been enough to steer the team back on track.
For the Sharks, their lone win of the season feels like a distant memory after another heartbreaking loss last week. Junior will need to rediscover his scoring touch after being held off the scoresheet in his last outing, and the Sharks’ defensive corps will have to keep a watchful eye on Jacob Hernandez, who remains one of the Cats’ most dangerous scoring threats.
Key to Watch:
Can the Sharks take advantage of the Cats’ recent struggles, or will the Cats’ offense wake up and find a way to break through? The weather might also play a role in this one—if the rain comes early, the Sharks might get a reprieve from what looks like another tough matchup.
Game 2: River Sharks (1-7) vs. Tarantulas (6-2)
The nightcap pits the River Sharks against the red-hot Tarantulas, who are riding a wave of confidence after back-to-back wins, including last week’s nail-biter against these very Sharks. The Tarantulas, led by Collin Iacarella and Captain Penn, have found their groove, with contributions from the entire lineup keeping them atop the standings. Even Rick Odom, once the butt of many league jokes, has found his way onto the scoresheet in recent weeks, proving that anything can happen in the SARHL.
For the Sharks, fatigue will undoubtedly be a factor, especially if the first game goes the distance. Goalie Felipe Rodriguez has been standing on his head to keep the Sharks competitive, but without more support from his skaters, it could be a long night. On the offensive side, Ray Ortega and Ryan Lewis need to carry the load and keep the Sharks in contention.
Key to Watch:
Will the Sharks have anything left in the tank for their second game, or will the Tarantulas’ depth overwhelm them? Keep an eye on the weather, too—if the rain delays or cancels the games, the Sharks might just dodge another rough outing.
Overall:
Week 7 is shaping up to be a critical moment for all three teams. The Stray Cats need to halt their slide before it spirals further, the Tarantulas look to solidify their position as the league’s top team, and the River Sharks are simply hoping to salvage something from a season that’s been an uphill battle from the start. Rain or shine, it’ll be a night full of storylines—if the games even happen at all.
Quick Stats
Standings
| Team | W | L | OTL | Pts |
| Czechia | 4 | 1 | 0 | 8 |
| Italy | 2 | 1 | 2 | 6 |
| Russia | 2 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
p = President’s Trophy
* = Clinched Playoff Berth
e = Eliminated from Playoffs
League Leaders
| Player | Team | G | A | Pts |
| Ortega, R | Italy | 8 | 3 | 11 |
| Popham, B | Czechia | 5 | 5 | 10 |
| Narvaiz, D | Italy | 8 | 1 | 9 |
| Goalie | Team | W | GAA | SV% |
| Newton, T | Czechia | 4 | 3.75 | 0.847 |
| Artzberger, G | Russia | 2 | 4.17 | 0.824 |
| Rodriguez, F | Italy | 1 | 4.50 | 0.824 |
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League News
Week 5 Recap
Game 1 Recap
The first game of the night saw the Stray Cats’ perfect season come to a screeching halt as the River Sharks, missing their captain Jaiden Hernandez, finally snagged their first win, topping the Cats 5-3. With a calm, Jaiden-free bench and zero pressure, the Sharks found a groove that they’re likely hoping will stick around—along with Jaiden’s mysterious absence.
Final Score: Stray Cats 3, River Sharks 5
Goal Scorers:
The Stray Cats saw goals from Augie, Jacob Hernandez, and part-timer Glenn Domingo, who managed a slick rebound goal. The Sharks, meanwhile, were led by Junior and Ray Ortega, each netting two goals, with Ryan Lewis adding another to round out the scoring.
Game Notes:
- Stray Cats’ Missing Faces: Without Brian Van Vlymen, who was busy judging a one-legged figure skating competition, and Micah Deary, reportedly lost in the musical stylings of polka hits from the 2010s (including “Accordion Dreams” and “Polka O’Clock”), the Cats were a little short on firepower.
- Serenity Now: The Sharks, who took the ice without their captain, found new peace on the bench, complete with a focused, composed atmosphere. Rumor has it, some players are already scheming ways to keep Jaiden “unavailable” for the remainder of the season.
- Close Battle Until the End: The game was tight until the Sharks pulled away in the third, securing their first win of the season. The goal of the night came from Glenn Domingo, who buried a rebound off a Mallery shot that somehow found the post from what seemed like the next zip code. Sharks goalie Felipe Rodriguez would probably prefer we forget that shot even happened.
Overall:
While the Cats’ undefeated streak is no more, the Sharks finally have a reason to celebrate—at least until Jaiden’s inevitable return. With this confidence boost, it’ll be interesting to see if the Sharks can string together more wins, or if this was just a brief glimmer in an otherwise challenging season.
Game 2 Recap
Following their first loss of the season, the Stray Cats faced the Tarantulas in a second matchup that proved equally challenging. Despite a strong effort, the Cats struggled to find enough firepower without some of their big guns, ultimately dropping the game 6-4 to the Tarantulas.
Final Score: Stray Cats 4, Tarantulas 6
Goal Scorers:
The Cats’ offense was led by Jacob Hernandez and Mike Mallery, each scoring twice. For the Tarantulas, Collin Iacarella and Captain Penn each netted two goals, with Travis Laveault and Zack Merullo adding one apiece.
Game Notes:
- Dixon’s Out: With Dixon out—courtesy of a “call from his mother” claiming he’s sick—the Tarantulas showed off a streamlined lineup that proved effective. Dixon’s absence seems to have been a case of “addition by subtraction,” and the team capitalized on a newfound synergy to overcome the Cats.
- Travis’s Triumphant Return: Back in action, Travis Laveault made a notable impact, finding the back of the net off a slick pass from Penn. Always ready with commentary, Tarantulas’ Rick Odom remarked that even he could have scored it. But when Odom had his own chance, facing what was essentially an open net, he missed. “There was wind blowing and sun in my eyes,” he sheepishly explained.
- Cats’ Offense Woes Continue: When half of your team’s goals come from Mallery, you know you’re in trouble. The Cats are now 1-2 with Glenn Domingo on the bench making him a shoe-in for this week’s goat award (not to be confused with GOAT).
Overall:
The Stray Cats have now dropped two straight, a stark contrast from their early undefeated dominance. The Tarantulas, on the other hand, showed resilience and teamwork in their win, proving they can hang with any team when they’re in sync. Week 5 has brought a shake-up to the standings, and with every game, this season gets a little more unpredictable.
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