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<title>Whalers Hockey</title><link>www.whalershockey.net/index.html</link><description>Whalers Hockey News</description><dc:language>en</dc:language><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><dc:rights>(c) Nathan Boal 2007. All Rights Reserved</dc:rights><dc:date>2008-06-29T22:22:31+01:00</dc:date><admin:generatorAgent rdf:resource="http://www.realmacsoftware.com/" />
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<lastBuildDate>Sun, 29 Jun 2008 22:34:52 +0100</lastBuildDate><item><title>IIHL DL Playoff Final - Dublin Wolves 11 Whalers 5</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><category>Match Results</category><dc:date>2008-06-29T22:22:31+01:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-34</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-34</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Having lost the playoff semi-final to Kilkenny Storm, the Whalers arrived back at the Dundalk Ice Dome ready to take on the DKIT Ravens for 3rd/4th place, however a last-second notification arrived from the IHA stating that due to an unintentional rule breakage by Kilkenny Storm during their semi-final, they would have to drop down to the 3rd/4th place playoff game and the Whalers would take their place in the 1st/2nd place playoff final against the Dublin Wolves. Obviously this was a shock to all teams, however it was a sudden boost to the Whalers to suddenly be playing in such a prestigious game against the league champions. According to those who watched the game, it was eventful and dramatic as the Whalers staged a comeback during the second period. However, it was not to be and the Whalers lost to the Wolves 11-5.<br /><br />A match report can be found <a href="http://www.iiha.org/news/news_167.php" rel="external">here</a><br /><br />The Whalers would like to thank everyone for their interest and support for the team in its first year, including all the players, their friends/family/partners, our loyal supporters at home, and indeed our fans internationally who have taken the time to contact us from across the world. We look forward to coming back next season!]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>IIHL DL Playoff Semi Final - Kilkenny Storm 7 Whalers 3 </title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><category>Match Results</category><dc:date>2008-06-29T22:19:18+01:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-33</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-33</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Having finished third in the IIHA Development League, the Whalers qualified for the playoffs along with Dublin Wolves, DKIT Ravens and Kilkenny Storm. The Whalers took on Kilkenny Storm in the Semi-final which ended 7-3. This means the Whalers will take on the DKIT Ravens for 3rd/4th place.<br /><br />Match report is available <a href="http://www.iiha.org/news/news_166.php" rel="external">here</a>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Whalers 12 Belfast Eagles 4</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><category>Match Results</category><dc:date>2008-05-01T19:33:29+01:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-32</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-32</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[<img class="imageStyle" alt="Whalers Team 2008" src="www.whalershockey.net/files//page5_blog_entry32_1.jpg"width="489" height="256"/><br /><br />The Whalers ended the regular season with a 12-4 win over the Belfast Eagles, boosting our 3rd place position and playoff spot. Our next competitive game will be against Kilkenny City Storm in the IIHL Development League playoffs, with the time and date posted here when available.<br /><br /><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/micealoneill/WhalersVEagles30042008" rel="external">Photos are available</a> (Thanks to Miceal O'Neill)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Latvian Hawks 9 Whalers 2</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><category>Match Results</category><dc:date>2008-04-29T20:33:30+01:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-31</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-31</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[A disappointing game for the Whalers where we were beaten 9-2 in what was quite a one-sided game at times. We are looking to bounce back from this defeat in our next and final game of the regular IIHA Development League where we take on the Belfast Eagles on 30th April at 8:30PM.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Whalers guaranteed 3rd place&#x21;</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><category>Team News</category><dc:date>2008-04-26T18:01:45+01:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-30</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-30</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Whalers are guaranteed a 3rd place finish in the IIHA Development League and will therefore be competing in the playoffs. Congratulations to the team and management for their hard work and success!]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Rams B vs Whalers (26th April) Cancelled</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><category>Match Results</category><dc:date>2008-04-26T17:56:49+01:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-29</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-29</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The game scheduled to be played this evening against the Rams B has been conceded by the Rams B. The Whalers will pick up the 3 points from this game. Our next game is tomorrow night against the Hawks B at 11PM.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Dublin Wolves 12 Whalers 2</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><category>Match Results</category><dc:date>2008-04-20T02:08:24+01:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-28</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-28</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Dublin Wolves came back at the Whalers with a full-strength squad this evening in what was a very tiring rematch for a short-benched Whalers squad. The Whalers did their best to hold off the seemingly unstoppable Wolves offense and managed to squeeze in two goals in the third period - Bart Gatensby managing to score the second goal in the final seconds of the game. Our next game is on Saturday 26th April at 9:30PM against the Dublin Rams 'B' team.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Whalers 5 Dublin Wolves 8</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><category>Match Results</category><dc:date>2008-04-14T03:03:22+01:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-27</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-27</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Whalers were defeated 8-5 during Saturday night's game at the Ice Dome in what was an intense and eventful game. Our next game will be against the Wolves once again. Date and time to be confirmed.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Whalers 9 Bulls Ladies 1</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><category>Match Results</category><dc:date>2008-04-10T02:20:24+01:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-26</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-26</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Having played the Dundalk Bulls Ladies just days go, the Whalers were back for the second bout of the season at the Ice Dome, finishing with a 9-1 win with Stephen Lynch scoring his first hat-trick. Congratulations to the team for the win, and to the Bulls Ladies for an enjoyable game.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Schedule Change (again)</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><dc:subject>Home</dc:subject><dc:date>2008-04-08T18:21:03+01:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-25</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-25</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Tomorrow night's game has now been confirmed and will be played at 9:30PM, we will be playing the Bulls Ladies.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Bulls Ladies 0 Whalers 5</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><category>Team News</category><dc:date>2008-04-06T15:44:23+01:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-24</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-24</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[An enjoyable match at the Ice Dome took place last night, where the Bulls Ladies played the Whalers, with the Whalers managing a 5-0 win.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Schedule Change</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><category>Team News</category><dc:date>2008-04-02T15:20:39+01:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-23</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-23</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[There's been a schedule change to our game on Saturday 12th April against the Dublin Wolves. The face-off time has been changed to 9:30PM]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Latvian Hawks &#x27;B&#x27; 3 Whalers 3 (2-1 in Penalty Shootout)</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><category>Match Results</category><dc:date>2008-03-31T19:42:49+01:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-22</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-22</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[After a promising start where the Whalers had managed a 3-1 lead going into the third period, the Latvian Hawks pulled the game level by the end of normal time. After a lengthy penalty shootout, the Hawks took the game 2-1 in penalties. A disappointing loss for the Whalers, however we look forward to our next game on Saturday night at 9:30PM against the Dundalk Bulls Ladies.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Latvian Hawks &#x27;B&#x27; vs Whalers</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><category>Team News</category><dc:date>2008-03-28T14:46:38+00:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-21</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-21</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[A late change to our schedule has the Whalers playing the Latvian Hawks this Sunday (30th March) at 9:30PM at the Dundalk Ice Dome.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Whalers 5 Dundalk Bulls B 3</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><dc:subject>Home</dc:subject><dc:date>2008-03-16T02:51:56+00:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-20</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/index.html#unique-entry-id-20</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[After a 5-1 win over the Dublin Rams only three days earlier, the Whalers managed to get another, this time a 5-3 win over the Dundalk Bulls B. Match report to follow.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Whalers 5 Dublin Rams B 1</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><dc:subject>Home</dc:subject><dc:date>2008-03-13T16:00:46+00:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-4.html#unique-entry-id-19</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-4.html#unique-entry-id-19</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Whalers managed to come back after a disappointing performance on Saturday with a 5-1 win against the Dublin Rams B team. Match report is <a href="schedule/matchreports/20080312_matchreport.html" rel="self" title="20080312_MatchReport">available</a>, and photos can be found <a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/micealoneill/WhalersVRams" rel="external">here</a> (Thanks to Miceal O'Neill)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Game Rescheduled : Whalers vs Bulls B</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><dc:subject>Home</dc:subject><dc:date>2008-03-11T23:01:16+00:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-4.html#unique-entry-id-18</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-4.html#unique-entry-id-18</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The IIHA have announced a game on Saturday 15th March at 10:30PM with the Whalers taking on the Dundalk Bulls B. This game replaces the one scheduled on the 4th April.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Kilkenny City Storm 11 Whalers 2</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><dc:subject>Home</dc:subject><dc:date>2008-03-09T02:42:55+00:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-4.html#unique-entry-id-17</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-4.html#unique-entry-id-17</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[In what seems strangely reminiscent of the previous game against Kilkenny City Storm, the Whalers lost 11-2 in what proved to be a fairly one-sided game. Match report is <a href="schedule/matchreports/20080308_matchreport.html" rel="self" title="20080308_MatchReport">now available</a>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Whalers vs Belfast Eagles Postponed</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><dc:subject>Home</dc:subject><dc:date>2008-03-06T16:27:32+00:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-4.html#unique-entry-id-16</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-4.html#unique-entry-id-16</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Whalers have agreed to a request from the Belfast Eagles to postpone the game scheduled on the 6th April 2008 due to a large number of players from the Belfast Eagles being away in England for the Elite League playoffs. This game will be rescheduled for a later date to be announced when finalised.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>IIHF All-Star Game</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><category>Team News</category><dc:date>2008-02-29T22:03:47+00:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-3.html#unique-entry-id-15</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-3.html#unique-entry-id-15</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Bart and Riley Gatensby have been selected to play in an IIHF All-Star game this Sunday at 10pm at the Ice Dome. This is a very special game and we hope to have as many team members, friends and family there to support our guys!]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Training/Scrimmage Game - Wolves vs Whalers</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><category>Team News</category><dc:date>2008-02-14T01:35:57+00:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-3.html#unique-entry-id-14</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-3.html#unique-entry-id-14</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[A training/scrimmage game has been arranged to take place on Wednesday 28th February at 11pm against the Wolves.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>DKIT Ravens 0 Whalers 4</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><category>Match Results</category><dc:date>2008-02-14T01:22:46+00:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-3.html#unique-entry-id-13</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-3.html#unique-entry-id-13</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[After what has seemed like an age since our last IIHA Development League game, the Whalers were playing the Ravens once again in what proved to be a dramatic game in which the Whalers took the 3 points with a shutout. Unfortunately the Ravens netminder Miceal O'Neill was taken off the ice in the third period after suffering a head injury but at the time of writing we are told that he is OK and is making a recovery. We wish him well and also wish to thank the Ravens for an enjoyable game.<br /><br /><a href="schedule/matchreports/20080213_matchreport.html" rel="self" title="20080213_MatchReport">Match report</a> now available]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Dundalk Bulls B 3 Whalers 8 (Friendly)</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><category>Match Results</category><dc:date>2008-02-06T01:38:31+00:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-3.html#unique-entry-id-12</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-3.html#unique-entry-id-12</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Whalers managed a 8-3 win over the recently revised Bulls B team in a friendly organised during the Bulls normal training session. An enjoyable match and hopefully both teams have gained valuable game experience for use in upcoming Development League Matches. The Whalers would like the thank the Bulls for hosting the game.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Whalers 4 DKIT Ravens 3</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><dc:subject>Home</dc:subject><dc:date>2008-01-17T02:15:19+00:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-2.html#unique-entry-id-11</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-2.html#unique-entry-id-11</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[After an unfortunate defeat a week ago, the Whalers made an impressive comeback with a win over the DKIT Ravens with a score of 4-3. The Whalers had 2 penalty minutes awarded, and the DKIT Ravens had only a handful of penalty minutes, so the game was very clean overall. Match report to follow...]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Belfast Eagles 3 Whalers 2</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><dc:subject>Home</dc:subject><dc:date>2008-01-10T00:12:06+00:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-2.html#unique-entry-id-10</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-2.html#unique-entry-id-10</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[A rough and dramatic game at the Ice Dome resulted in a unfortunate loss for the Whalers as we were defeated 3-2. The game was fairly evenly matched overall, with the scoreline 1-1 during the first period, then 3-1, the Whalers pulled back another goal to make the end result 3-2. Our next game is at the same time next week against the DKIT Ravens.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Training Resumes on Monday 7th at 11pm + Match on Wednesday 9th</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><category>Team News</category><dc:date>2008-01-06T12:58:25+00:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-2.html#unique-entry-id-9</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-2.html#unique-entry-id-9</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Just as a reminder, training resumes tomorrow at 11PM. We have a game on Wednesday 9th January at 8:30pm against the Belfast Eagles, so a full turnout on Monday's practice is important!]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Whalers Merchandise now available&#x21;</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><dc:subject>Home</dc:subject><dc:date>2007-12-28T18:07:03+00:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-1.html#unique-entry-id-8</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-1.html#unique-entry-id-8</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Whalers now have replica jerseys and branded jackets available for sale! The replica jerseys are exactly the same quality as those worn by the players and cost &euro;50. Whalers branded jackets are exceptionally high quality weatherproof Regatta jackets and feature a warm fleece lining along with a stitched Whalers logo on the chest and are priced at &euro;50. Please see the new shop section for more details on how to order.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Game Off&#x21; - Whalers vs Hawks</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><category>Team News</category><dc:date>2007-12-28T17:30:04+00:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-1.html#unique-entry-id-6</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-1.html#unique-entry-id-6</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Unfortunately due to a lack of Hawks players available to play on Sunday, our match on Sunday 30th December is postponed. Apologies to all involved. However, we are hoping to have a training session next week so check back here and on the forum where more information will be posted once available.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Game On&#x21; - Whalers vs Hawks</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><category>Team News</category><dc:date>2007-12-18T01:42:51+00:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-1.html#unique-entry-id-5</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-1.html#unique-entry-id-5</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Due to a chance of circumstances, the game on the 30th December between the Whalers and the Hawks is to go ahead as planned at 18:00 at the Dundalk Ice Dome!]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Match Postponed - Rams B vs Whalers</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><category>Team News</category><dc:date>2007-12-13T02:56:43+00:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-1.html#unique-entry-id-4</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-1.html#unique-entry-id-4</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Due to public skating sessions taking place on the 23rd December, the match between the Dublin Rams B and the Whalers has been postponed. An alternative date has not yet been made available but we will update the site accordingly as soon as there is more information.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Dundalk Bulls B 2 Whalers 4</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><category>Match Results</category><dc:date>2007-12-09T02:13:35+00:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-1.html#unique-entry-id-3</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-1.html#unique-entry-id-3</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[After losing the first match of the season, the Whalers responded with a 4-2 victory of the Dundalk Bulls B Team in what was a closely fought game. However, the team has learned a lot from the first game and played much better all round in what is a relief to now have points on the board after only the second game.<br /><br />We would like to thank the Dundalk Bulls B Team for a good game and we look forward to the next against the Dublin Rams B on Sunday 23rd December at 16:30. We look forward to seeing as much support there as possible!]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Whalers 2 Kilkenny City Storm 11</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><category>Match Results</category><dc:date>2007-11-28T22:38:45+00:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-0.html#unique-entry-id-2</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-0.html#unique-entry-id-2</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Match Played on 17th November 2007 (22:30) -  <strong><a href="schedule/matchreports/20071117_matchreport.html" rel="self" title="here">Match Report</a></strong><br /><br />The first match of the season for both the Whalers and Kilkenny City Storm resulted in an unfortunate 11-2 loss to the Whalers. We look to learn a lot from this first game and hope for an improved result against the Dundalk Bulls B team on the 8th December. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Welcome to Whalers Hockey&#x21;</title><dc:creator>nato@240volts.com</dc:creator><category>Team News</category><dc:date>2007-11-28T21:48:51+00:00</dc:date><link>www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-0.html#unique-entry-id-0</link><guid isPermaLink="true">www.whalershockey.net/files/archive-0.html#unique-entry-id-0</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Welcome to the launch of the Whalers website! Please check back often for the latest information from the team including match results/reports as well as photos and other information. If you wish to get in touch with us, please click the 'Contact Us' link above.<br /><br />The site is still in its infancy and there is a lot of information to be added as the weeks and months progress, so please bear with us while the site develops and be sure to check back regularly.]]></content:encoded></item></channel>
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