My name is Ben if you can’t figure it out. My teams are the Sixers, Eagles, World Champion Phillies, and Flyers. I live in central Pa and attend PSU.

My names Lee, i’m an all around philly fan, born and raised in West Chester, but currently at Penn State, like Ben.

my names nick, a diehard fan of all the four teams. I grew up in Fort Washington PA, I go to college in Wilmington North Carolina.

Chris here. Born in Philly, raised in South Jersey. Diehard of the Phils, Eagles and Flyers. I was at Game 5 and it was the happiest I’ve ever been. No, really. I went to Georgetown, 2007 grad. Live in DC and work for SB Nation. Community Manager – so hit me up if you ever have any problems with the site.

Good idea.

I’m Tim. I grew up in Upper Darby, PA and still live their after graduating from a small school (Ursinus College) where I played lacrosse collegiately and (admittedly) roller hockey (which I continue to play). I work for a financial firm based in Valley Forge, PA which is surprisingly doing just fine.

This feels like the first day of any class: “Name, hometown, major, something interesting”. I’m Geoff, graduated from Pitt last year and am now at Drexel Law. Huge Flyers and WFC Phillies fan, don’t care about basketball and never got attached to the Eagles. I’ve been a Flyers fan since my first game at the age of 7 and had to put up with 4 years of Pittsburgh shit, so the only teams I hate more than the Mets are the Steelers and Penguins. That hatred is probably obvious, though.

I’m Justin. From upper Bucks County, work in KoP. I’m a Flyers and Phillies fan, have somehow survived as a NY Giants fan, and have no team allegiance in the NBA (I’ll follow/cheer for players). I’m a Penn State alum trying to get into grad school somewhere halfway across the country. I love college sports and the college atmosphere in general. I spent all 4 years of college working/volunteering my time for the Penn State Icers (thus the s/n), and I still make the 3 hour trip regularly to watch and help out. (For those who don’t know, Penn State’s highest level of ice hockey is a club level team playing in the ACHA DI, where they are one of the most dominant programs every year. We’re moving ever closer to making the jump to the NCAA, but a new rink must be had first…)

For the most part, I waste spend my time over at the Black Shoe Diaries – Penn State’s SBN site. They’ve been kind enough to show interest and support my Icers ramblings.

jon, originally from philly, went to psu, now living in dc and contemplating buying center ice b/c bars are getting expensive down here.

flyers were my first philly sports love due to playing an excessive amount of street hockey growing up. tied at a distant second are the WFC phillies and eagles.

favorite flyers include poulin, tocchet, and hextall.

for those of you who haven’t seen Icersguy posts over at blackshoediaries, you should do so. the guy knows his stuff and really writes great posts covering psu hockey.

I’m Heather. Been a Flyers’ fan since I discovered them on Prism on the set top box (channel 2) 26 years ago. Hockey was actually my first love, although Phillies’ baseball is a close second. I am a diehard all Philly sports fan, but most devoted to the Phils, Flyers and Villanova basketball (I am a 1994 VU grad). Fave Flyer of all time is most definitely Ron Hextall. I currently worship at the altar of Mike Richards, Chase Utley and Jay Wright.

And I am also a girl. Gasp. I am a bigger sports fan than all the men put together in my family. I am currently teaching my son the ways of Philly fandom and made sure he was present at the WFC parade!

my names Will, im currently attending PSU. Im from northeast Philadelphia, support the Flyers, Phils and Eagles, dont really care about basketball. I hate the Penguins and the Steelers due to the hgih amount of pittsburgh fans at PSU. Support the Icers, i wish they had a D1 team, club just isnt the same.

Talented defensemen give me broners.. as i was once told by a Pittsburgh fan when i was showing my love for Jay Bouwmeester.

that is all, go flyers

Bumping this. Lots of new members lately, introduce yourselves!

I’m Shawn. Graduate of King’s college in Wilkes-Barre in 06’. I’m a huge Flyers and Phillies fan. I’m from Schuylkill county, bout 90mi from Philly, hence the name. I only catch a few Flyers games live per season, however i do have an HDTV this year which makes the games so much better. This is my first time blogging for really any sport. I’ve only been reported once (apparrently for posting something about Mario D, thanks whoever only about three days after the post!) so it’s all good.

Sean here, well one of the other seans. I have been reading this blog for a while now, i find it to be a good source of information but anyways i have been a philadelphia fan since l was born and will be until the day i die. I have lived in jersey most of life and still do, where i attend the university of rowan. I would like to apologize in advance in advance for any offensive comments but i do not mean any harm

Great idea Travis! I too have some fun facts about myself in my bio but I’ll expand them a bit.

My name is Mitchell Green. I am from Glenside (Cheltenham Township) where I attended Cheltenham HS and graduated in 2007. Now I am a junior Elementary Education major at Geneva College in Beaver Falls, PA which is 45 mins north of Pittsburgh (so if anyone hates Pittsburgh, it is me. That includes the Steelers, Pirates and Penguins and everything associated with the city).

I am a Philly fan through and through; that includes the Flyers, Phillies, Eagles and, yes, the Sixers. Philadelphia sports really are my passion (which bothers my girlfriend obviously. She hates all the ESPN, CSN, Flyers & Eagles texts that I am forever getting). I also love Penn State football, Big 5 Basketball and Liverpool Football club (so if anyone wants to talk futbol, it is another love of mine).

The s/n flyrsfrk05 was the one I chose in 5th grade when I made my AIM s/n. Philly sports has really been one of the biggest parts of my identify all my life. At college I am known as “the Philly fan” and I organize events for all the other Philly fans out here to watch the games together (gotta rep hard for the city I love, right?). I really like tradition but, I am thinking about changing my SBN s/n to something less childish.

Any other questions feel free to ask. Also, I am really looking forward to meeting some of you guys and gals if we are able to do some road trips together.

~Mitch

My name is Eric. I am almost 22 and go to Ohio University. I am an avid Flyers and Sixers fan. As a kid, I never really liked Ohio teams, but I liked certain athletes. These athletes lead me to be a fans of their teams, and 10-15 years later, here I am an avid fan. My Flyers fandom started with Eric Lindros (I loved Desjardins and Brindamour too). My Sixers fandom started with Allen Iverson. My NFL team is the Carolina Panthers (not b/c of any player, just adopted them when the joined the NFL in 95, in an effort to start with a new team) but I love the Dolphins too (Marino started that). My MLB team is the Oakland A’s (a little McGwire, a little Chavez, a little Giambi). Also, as far as Philly sports go, I love the Temple Owls (basketball more than football). John Chaney was/is a legend. I root for Michigan in college football, mostly because I’ve had Ohio State jammed down my throat for my whole life, and I’ve grown to resent them for it. I follow almost every sport in reality. Not WNBA or wrestling or boxing, but I like golf (Sergio Garcia), NASCAR (Jeff Gordon), tennis (I miss Andre Agassi), and soccer (Chicago Fire and the US National team).

Well hey everybody! I’m Michael. I am 35 years old, I am divorced, and I live in a van down by the river.

Kidding of course, except for the part where I’m named Michael. (I choose to keep my personal life/identity private as it is not relevant here.)

As I say in my profile, music is my first love in life but the Flyers are as much a part of me as anything else. My first memory of my life is hearing my father yell at the Flyers, and thinking he was yelling at me. I started going to Saturday matinees against the Rangers and Islanders when I was 5. (My father had season’s tickets from the Flyers’ very first year, in Section 36, Row 5, seats 1 and 2.) In 1985 I was old enough to realize that they were good. I was also sad when Lindbergh died, as well as when we lost in the 1987 Finals.

Quite frankly though, I had a naive belief that the Flyers would always come through in the end. (In the 1989 playoffs, I was the only one I knew who felt that they would beat Washington and Pittsburgh, and I was right.) So reality was a cruel mistress in 1989-90, and 1990-91, when the team broke my heart. Once I knew they needed to rebuild, I was patient and stuck with them all through the years… from Ricci and Roussel to Lindros and LeClair; from Cechmanek and PJ Stock to Roenick and Primeau; from Leighton and Hamel to now, and through all of the coaches in between. Part of me still has that “trust” in the Flyers, so I expect to see a Cup before I die.

Other things about me – I am an educator in the wonderful world of City- and State-funded nonprofits, so as you can imagine I’m having tons of fun with the budget crisis. I’ve worked in real estate, in law firms, in audio engineering, as a classroom teacher, and as an animal handler/caretaker. I’ve been in eight billion bands (seemingly) but finally have my first official record done and will be shopping it around soon. (Lots of studio time for me this year.) And of course, I root for all of the Philly teams.

My name is Upton I was born back in 74 A few weeks after I was able to walk my father strapped skates on my feet. Hockey is my favorite sport and my favorite team is the Flyers. If I cant have my name on the cup Im determined to see my team win it and have their names engraved on it as members of the Flyers. I travel for work a lot but happy to be back in Philly for this season.

Jeremy Here –
Moved to West Chester PA in 1984 when I was 11 & started following the Flyers and playing Ice Hockey.

I went to U of Pittsburgh in the 90’s – and visited the Igloo as often as possible when the Legion of Doom came to town. Played Juniors and Mens leagues in Western PA all throughout the 90s.

Moved to San Diego in 2001 and now I watch as many Flyers games as I can on NHL Gamecenter. Big time Eagles fan as well. Baseball is okay, and I have never liked basketball. Haven’t played any hockey since moving out West. Trying to get my legs back off the ice – so I can get back on the ice.

My favorite hockey players growing up were Dave Poulin, Peter Zezel, Hexy, Rick Tocchet, Scott Mellanby and then in the 90’s, The Legion of Doom, Roenick, Recchi, Theo Fleury and oddly enough – Geoff Sanderson and Pierre Turgeon. Post 2000, I would say Roenick, Primeau, Gagne and Richards are my favorite flyers of this era.

I hate all Pittsburgh teams, and really need the Flyers to win a cup to shut up all of my friends from college

I have been reading this blog since the middle of last season and thoroughly enjoy being able to keep up with my Flyers from so far away. There see to be a lot of knowledgable Flyers fans here, so I look forward to all your posts. Travis, Ben, Geoff – you guys do a great job, keep it up!

Was born in upstate NY which is why I am a Bills fan, Moved to Allentown in the mid ’80’s and started playing hockey this is how I became a fan of the Flyers. I currently live in AZ and the sports here is nothing like back east. Although I do get to see the Flyers this year when they play the ’yotes. I got the center ice package just to watch the Flyers although when they are palying the caps I am stuck listening to their commentator who sounds like ernie and I have it muted the whole time.

Eric

Hello, my name is Nick. I really haven’t commented much on this site, but I am sure this will increase now that the season has began. I am from Marysville, MI (and surrounded by Red Wings fans), but I have been a huge Flyers fan since I was about 8 years old. In January I am transferring to Central Michigan University, where I am majoring in Sports Management. Go Flyers!

Hi, my name is Mike. And I’ve been a Flyers fan since they faced the Oilers in the playoffs all those years ago. The image of Hextall going after Gretzky imprinted on y young and fragile mind and I’ve been hooked since. I am 35, married and am Philly Born and Bred.

Hockey is my favorite sport, followed by Football. I don;lt get center ice package becuase I’d never get anything done around the house. I love the sport and will watch any game I can. I lurked around this site for a while before joining and posting. And I’m glad to be here.

My name is Ben (shocker), and I live in Washington DC. I went to the University of Michigan, the hockey highlights of which included being able to watch games on CBC, an oft-#1 ranked school team, and two Flyers games at the Joe, where the Flyers haven’t won for a couple decades.

All Philly here (Eagles, Phils, Flyers, Sixers (they still play right?). Born in NE Philly and moved out to Reading when I was pretty young (Go R-Phils). Went to Pitt from 90-94 so I hate everything Pitt Sports except Pitt (but Wannstedt sucks and may be the worst in game coach in NCAA history).

Living in NY area now and have perfected my long-standing disdain of the Yankees, Giants, Devils and Rangers.

I try and have fun but can get pretty emotional after losses (especially Flyers in playoffs) so if I ever piss you off let me know. Pretty much everything I say has some tongue in cheek to it.

Good idea Travis.

If anyone ever runs into Scott Stephens give me a shout. I still want to show him what the difference is between a clean check and an elbow.

Names Brian, I live in Central NJ, just outside of Princeton.

Im a HUGE fan of all 4 Philly teams, but my love for the Sixers has started to fade since the NBA is turning into a pile of shit.

Scott
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Been a fan since I moved to Medford area ‘85. Used to be the only kid in New Orleans with a hockey sweater in the 70s. I go Flyers/Phils/Birds/ and now Union in that order. If we had a jai lai team I’d prefer watching them to the Sixers.

Went to school in NY and would roll with my Mike Quick jersey and hang my head in shame as our aces were Don Carman and Bruce Ruffin. Loved Kevin Dineen, in a purely healthy platonic way of course, the injunction was a misunderstanding. Big fan of Propp, Howe, remember the Brindy trade with St Louis.

I’m in a 20 team fantasy hockey league/cult, so probably spend too much time watching hockey. But it’s good to watch other teams every now and then.

Pete, forever city resident, went to Trinity College and Drexel, started watching Flyers hockey during the great Flyers vs. Edmonton finals days. And YES, I have been a Penguins fan for over 20 years … but the style of Flyers hockey has always seemed more familiar to me. Never played (can’t skate backwards), but was a rugby player, so you get the idea. I desperately wish Sid wasn’t such a nancy sometimes, so I definitely enjoy watching Mike Richards come onto the ice, swipe a puck after a crushing hit, and waft it past the opposing goalie. My mother still whines about losing Brind’Amour too. And there’s nothing better than looking down the bench and seeing the Chief in a tie!!!

Noal
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I live in central VA and grew up outside of Philadelphia, went to college in Buffalo, so I’ve gotten to see a lot of amazing hockey.

I’m a high school English teacher and I run an after school street hockey club. Bringing the great game to central VA! Our only rules are no slap shots and you can’t check kids, but you can check teachers. We usually get about 15-20 people out. Lots of bandwagon Caps fans here, but you’d be surprised, there are a few Flyers fans too, all transplants. I teach with a guy from Canada who is a big Canadiens fan and we pass the ball back and forth across the hallway during the school day. We keep the records up on our white board. Go Flyers!

Im John, 19(and have the worst bday, Dec 28. Right after Christmas and the Flyers are always away) i grew up in South west Philly, but live in Narberth now. I go to school at PSU DelCo, hope to hit Main soon. I’ve been a Flyers fan as long as i can think of. I love the Eagle and Phills too, but not nearly as much as i love the Flyers. Im always at games, been to 4 home games already, plus 2 preseason games. I played in a league between the ages of 10-16. I was a defenseman, but led the league in assist and points twice, and played against Bobby Ryan when i was 13(He deeked the ish outta me for a goal too, thats when i knew he was gonna be good) I gotta say my all time favorite player is John LeClair. I guess i gotta say im a fan because, no matter how mad this team makes me(which is a lot0 im always ready for the next game and never think that we are the underdogs no matter who we play.

I’ve noticed a lot of new people here lately, so I’m giving this a bump.

Hello everyone

My name is Matthew, I have been a Flyers fan for sometime now, ever since John Leclair was traded to Philly. I’m a Canadian and still live in Canada. It sucks because I can’t go to any game live, but I don’t miss a game on Center Ice, even if I have to record the game and watch it later. My wife and I are planning on making a trip to Philadelphia in the next couple of yrs, so we can see a game live. I have been reading this site for awhile now and I decided to join, so I can talk Flyers hockey.

Let go Flyers :)

Stu – 44. Live on the SC coast and have been in the Carolinas most of my life. I catch the Flyers on Center Ice and take advantage when they visit Raleigh (got to the opener this season!). Been to one game at the Spectrum in ‘94 or ’95 and one game at Wachovia in ’02 or ’03 – memory is bad. I play in a men’s league here in town, picked up the game at the young age of 38 – started playing after meeting bunch of hockey dads at the rink while my son was practicing. I’ve been a Flyers fan since I knew about hockey, probably since around ‘77 or so… Not much access to hockey in the Carolinas back then, what I could see usually was about the BSB’s. I took to them instantly.

I’m Shawn
I live in Schuylkill County, hence the name. I graduated from King’s college in 2006 with a double major. I work with a Mental Health field which is nice because they give me a laptop computer with internet so i can browse the web basically all day. I’m a diehard Flyers and Phillies fan. I basically never miss a Flyers game and attend around two or three games per year. I played roller hockey when i was younger and also in college. There weren’t any ice rinks around when i was younger so I was SOL. I also love college hockey and was at the Frozen 4 in DC last year. What a finish

Figure it’s time for me to post one up…

Name is Zach, I hail from Ohio (born in Mass.) Moved here when I was 2 and been here since. I currently go Kent State Univ. for Business Mgmt.(almost done, cross fingers) Been a Flyers fan since I saw them play for the Cup against Detroit and got swept back in ‘96-’’97 season (Legion of Doom!) …never got the chance to play hockey but loved the sport regardless, I love to get on here and just learn what I can while discussing one of the best teams in sports…

My name ‘s Joe. live right over the Walt Whitman in Brooklawn, NJ. 20 years old, go to Camden County College. Sixers/Flyers/Eagles/Sixers/Big 5 Fan. Die hard sports fan in general spend way too much free time refreshing the SB Nation blogs for my teams hoping theres no comments and posts. Rarely do i post myself, but as I said spend alot of time on here… think it’s pretty cool seeing these Flyers fans all over the country. Hopefully you aren’t getting bothered as much as out of town fans do here. Speaking of out of town fans, I’ll be heckling them tonight because I’m going to the Senators game tonight. Let’s go Flyers.

Andrew, i live in Wilmington, De. i’ve been a Flyers fan for 12 years, never played hockey. i’ve come from a huge Flyers loving family going back to when my father started going to games when he was my age (27). all time favorite Flyers are Primeau, Recchi, LeClair and Roenick. current favorite are Gagne, Richards and Timonen. the name i chose are two of the things i most enjoy, hockey and punk music.