PFFC MEETING REMINDER

February Meeting Date:- Wednesday, February 15, 2012 promptly at 7PM
Venue:   The Holiday Inn, 2175 W. Marlton Pike (RT 70), Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
(located across from Wegman’s Supermarket)
1-856-663-5300



PFFC PAST MEETING HIGHLIGHTS

Our November 2011 guest was Camden Courier Post hockey writer Randy Miller
We would like to thank him for stopping by to meet with the PFFC.



Our October 2011 guest was Claude Giroux.
Joe Fisher presented Claude Giroux with a $2000.00 check for his favorite charity as he was last season’s
“Gene Hart Memorial Award” Winner.  The award is given annually by the PFFC to the “Player with the most Heart”.
(Check out the Hart Award tab to the left)
  Claude’s check will go to his charity, which is the Claude-Giroux Centre in Hearst, Ontario. 
The check will help the Centre be able to offer new services, such as cardiac and neurological rehabilitation,
which they are unable to offer in the current facilities.










Our April 2011 guest was Philadelphia Inquirer sports columnist Sam Carchidi,
Sam discussed the Flyers and their preparation for the all important game 7 against the Sabres,
which was to be played the following night. 
There was plenty to talk about as everyone was speculating what the outcome the following evening would be. 
As we all know, the Flyers came out with a strong effort, winning both the game and the series. 
(Unfortunately, round two vs. the Bruins did not go as well
and the Flyers playoff run was cut much shorter than fans had hoped.)

Sam came prepared with many trivia questions and did a “last man standing” trivia contest with the group. 
PFFC Vice President Lou Milano was the lucky winner and took home
the prize that Sam was kind enough to bring with him,
a copy of his book “Bill Campbell: The Voice of Philadelphia”. 
The PFFC would like to thank Sam for taking the time to speak with us.



Our March 2011 guest was Philadelphia Daily News beat writer Frank Sevaralli,
Frank talked for over an hour, answering many questions about the team and his job
as beat writer for the Philadelphia Daily News. 
He leads a hectic schedule traveling to most road games but it is a job he clearly loves
and always dreamed of doing, even as a young boy.
He talked about establishing a good working relationship with the players & coaches
and the excitement of making it all the way to the Finals last season (his first year on the job).



Our February 2011 guest was the Flyers goaltending coach Jeff Reese,
Jeff was really great, he answered questions and gave us some insights into his job. 
He told us some stories about his days as a player and his memories of the Spectrum.



Our January 2011 guest was Flyers Senior Director of Communications Zack Hill
His job is liaison between Flyers players & coaching staff and the media.  Zack has held this position with the
 organization since 1993; a job he is completely committed to and totally enjoys.  He told us how he jumps out
of bed every morning thinking how lucky he is.  Zack’s job is unpredictable and keeps him busy 24/7 but it is
obvious how much he loves what he does and just as obvious how good he is at doing it.



Our December 2010 guest was retired NHL referee Kerry Fraser
Who in the NHL has more stories than a former NHL referee?  After hearing Kerry Fraser speak to us,
I can’t think of anyone.  Kerry was an amazing speaker, telling story after story of his over 30+ years on the ice. 
As you can imagine, life as a referee isn’t always easy and Kerry told us many interesting tales. 
He has recently published a book, “Kerry Fraser, the Final Call – Hockey Stories from a Legend in Stripes”.
In case you’d like a copy, his book is available at either www.amazon.com or www.barnesandnoble.com 





Our November 2010 guest was Flyers forward Ian Laperriere.
Ian is a funny and entertaining guy; telling us all about his long NHL career – the differences in the East and West,
the thrill of last year’s Eastern Conference win, etc.  As you know, Laperriere was last season’s winner of the
PFFC Gene Hart Memorial Award so PFFC President Joe Fisher presented Ian with a check for
$1500.00 to the charity of his choice.  Ian chose the Ronald McDonald House to receive his donation. 
Ian graciously posed for pictures and signed autographs for those members in attendance.



Our March 2010 meeting guest was Flyers Head Coach Peter Laviolette.
He spoke about the Flyers playoff run, the challenges of joining a team mid-season,
and his delight at coaching the Winter Classic Game.
“Don’t Hope, Expect” - is Peter’s Motto! 



February 2010 Meeting: - Canceled due to inclement weather.

 

Our January 2010 meeting guest was Flyers Forward Darroll Powe.

He answered questions about the Winter Classic,
his days at Princeton and his hockey career.
Thanks Darroll!



Our December 2009 meeting guest was New Asst. Coach Kevin McCarthy. 
Kevin is a really nice guy and he was very informative.
He has high hopes for the team.



Our November 2009 meeting guest was Bill Meltzer.
He recently wrote the book about Pelle Lindbergh called “Behind the White Mask”.
We enjoyed the conversation not only about Pelle, but hockey in general. 
Very, Very Good. Thanks Bill.



Our October 2009 meeting guest was Chuck Gormley ... and of course ...
Chuck was GREAT!
He signed his new book (Thanks Chuck) for us, Orange, Black and Blue
and gave us all an insight into the reporters point of view of covering the Flyers Games.
 

Photos from our January 2010 meeting when Darroll Powe was our guest.  Submitted by Joyce English.

Another photo from the January 2010 meeting of Joe and Darroll.  Submitted by Lois Witulski.

Photos submitted by Allan, from our December meeting when Kevin McCarthy was our special guest

Below are photos submitted by Lois, our Puck editor from the meeting when Kimmo Timonen was our special guest

Here are a few photos from the meeting with Scottie Upshall as guest.
             Photos submitted by Maureen Fisher and Barb Concilio.

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