IIHF CHAMPIONSHIPS | SLOVAKIA 2008
GB Through to Semi-Finals
Great Britain 7-0 New Zealand- 26th June 2008
Great Britain marched comfortably into the semi-finals of the IIHF In-Line World Championships after a controlled performance saw them beat New Zealand here in Bratislava, Slovakia.
GB led 2-0 at the half way point after goals from Joe Wightman and John Dolan in the first and second periods. Wightman’s second in the third period was followed by a fourth period deluge as Chris Colegate, Mark Corfield and Dolan (twice) gave GB a significant win against last year’s Division One Silver medallists.
Special mention however goes to James Tanner in the British net, who was exceptional in posting his first ever shutout at this level. Corfield’s goal was also his first for GB.
GB now go on to play last year’s Division One gold medallists Brazil tomorrow, where a win would set up a potentially mouth watering final against either Canada or Australia on Saturday.
“We’re delighted for the boys tonight, especially (James) Tanner,” said GB assistant coach Jon Maw, “We worked hard in this game and this was the start of a whole new tournament. New Zealand didn’t win the silver last year for nothing, make no mistake they are a decent side. This win tonight sets us up for another tough game against another good team.”
In other news, GB’s progress is being featured on the main pages of the IIHF website at www.iihf.com . Images and match reports and official stats feature on these pages.
Final Score (Period Scores)
GB 7-0 New Zealand (1-0, 1-0, 1-0, 4-0)
For stats, standings and other information see www.iihf.com
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IIHF Inline Team Great Britain
2004 &2006 Division One Champions;
2005 Division One Bronze Medallists.
Head Coach: Nick Crawley
Assistant Coaches: Jonathan Maw, Rob Coulstock
Manager: Dave Hawkins
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