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Space Coast Rockets relaunch ends with state title win
2020-2021 Space Coast Rockets Champions. Pictured: Head Coach Richard Sneed, Assistant Coach Andreas Johansson, Team Manager Matays Vas, Assistant Coach Joel Baum. Luke Nistorenko, Karsten Petersen, Andrew Baum, Bryce Conner, Colin Sneed, Jackson Maddox, Coliin McNenimen, Ryan Porreca, Reagen Scott, Shane Tutino, Noe Vas, Dylan Wilkhu. (Photo: Tiffany Petersen)

Space Coast Rockets relaunch ends with state title win

MELBOURNE, Fla. — The Space Coast Rockets 10UA2 Travel hockey put an explosive mark on the season with a dominating performance at the 2020-21 SAHOF State Championship Tournament held last month at Advent Health Center Ice Arena in Tampa. The Rockets triumphed over the Clearwater Ice Storm in the final game winning 3-1.

Shane Tutino (Photo: Tiffany Petersen)

“I couldn’t be prouder of this group of kids and I’m sure this will be a memory they keep for the rest of their lives. Watching their sticks and gloves fly into the air to celebrate when the clock hit 0:00 was an incredible moment for us coaches and parents too. The kids worked hard all year and it’s awesome to see that effort rewarded with a state championship,” said Joel Baum assistant coach.

However, getting to the final game was no easy feat and the semifinal match up against the Jacksonville Jets did not disappoint. Regulation ended in a 2-2 tie and overtime was an epic battle from the start. Both goalies held steady, neither letting a single puck enter their house. The Rockets weren’t finished yet, punching their ticket to the finals with a shoot-out victory, winning 3-2.

“It’s hard to believe that most of these boys were just learning to skate, the last time the Space Coast even had a travel hockey team,” said Richard Sneed Youth Hockey Director at the Iceplex and head coach of the Rockets.

Photo: Tiffany Petersen

Rockets hockey, coming off a nearly six-year hiatus in the Space Coast, made its first appearance back to the 10UA2 Statewide Armature Hockey of Florida (SAHOF) this season. The Rockets claimed not only the coveted state tournament title, but landed on top of the division, beating out eight other powerhouse teams in the state of Florida.

“It was very exciting to watch the end results of these kids’ development this season. Their hard work paid off, and I am very proud of them. I cannot wait to see what the future holds,” said Andreas Johansson assistant coach.

And the future is exactly what the Space Coast Rockets are looking toward. With the division and state championship titles to be a launching pad to pull in the areas best talent, while retaining a great team of veteran skaters. For now, the team is enjoying the smell of fresh ice laid this week at the Iceplex, all while looking up to see their names on the championship banners each time they skate by.

If you are interested in learning more about the hockey programs at the Iceplex visit spacecoasticeplex.com or call Richard Sneed at 321-504-7500 ext.211 or email him at: [email protected]

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