Andrew Archer
May 4, 2003 18:17:45 GMT -5
Post by M. Beaux-Eaux on May 4, 2003 18:17:45 GMT -5
FROM THE STANDS
Guelph, ON - Nov 12, 2002 - He is a physical presence on the ice and somewhat of a gentle giant off it, but there is no disputing that Andrew Archer is the leader of the Guelph Storm.
In his first year as captain Archer has played much more physical this season, finishing every check by throwing opponents into the boards with force. When you are 6'4" and 200 pounds you are expected to make life miserable for your opponents. This year he is playing with more of a mean streak than ever before.
"I like Andrew as our captain because he bleeds burgundy and black" says coach Jeff Jackson. "He started with me when I first came to Guelph and he has such a solid character that as a coach I respect his ability to deal with the players and make good decisions."
Archer wasn't exactly sure what it would be like to shoulder the responsibilities that come with having the 'C' on his shirt, but has found it to be a tremendous experience.
"I'm not a guy who talks a lot in the dressing room" admits the Montreal Canadiens draft pick, "but I will speak up if something needs to be said. My goal is to lead by example by playing consistent hockey every night and hope the others feed off that."
As captain Archer has a few different obligations. He is responsible for relaying information from the players to the coaches, taking care of some issues in the room that coaching staff shouldn't have to worry about and he also is forced to deal with the media more, especially when things aren't going well. After a particularly tough loss it is usually the captain that is expected to answer the tough questions.
"I'm also doing more public appearances which I really enjoy" says Archer. "The transition has been fairly easy because the coach began grooming me (for this role) last season."
Jackson doesn't only see the role as captain as an honour but something that can be used to lift a player to another level in his personal development.
"I use the captaincy as a development tool" says the coach. "I wanted Andrew to have this to help bring him out of his shell a bit. In my eyes it was the natural evolution for him as a player. He is a top-notch person and a top-notch defenseman in the league and now he is taking the next step to become a forceful leader."
Jackson says the other thing Archer has done to be worthy of the 'C' is prove that he truly wants to be a player. The Newmarket native will be the first to admit he isn't blessed with the most skills on the team, but no one can argue that he has paid the price in bruises and sweat to become a better player.
He has also had the luxury of learning what it means to be a leader from arguably the best captain the Storm organization has ever had in Morgan McCormick. As for the current status in the dressing room?.
"I think we're a tighter team this year than we have been for a long time" said Archer. "I wear the 'C' but we have many other leaders in the room and I feel we are on our way to a great season."
- www.guelphstorm.com/p7621751.html
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Guelph, ON - 02/27/03 - The Guelph Storm Hockey Club and The Co-operators
announced today that on Sunday, March 2, 2003 at 2:00 PM at centre ice of the
Guelph Sports & Entertainment Centre, Co-operators agents Dan Burnham and
Darren Scott will present Guelph Storm Captain Andrew Archer with the Community
Hero award.
Co-operators presents this award annually to a Storm player who contributes his
time and energy on and off the ice. This season alone Andrew raised more than
$5,000 for cancer research, when he and 14 of his teammates shaved their heads
to help find a cure. Archer also participated in the Canadian Cancer Society's
Jail'n'Bail fundraiser. In addition to these events, Archer made regular
appearances in elementary schools to read with children and pass on the message
about the importance of education.
Guelph, ON - Nov 12, 2002 - He is a physical presence on the ice and somewhat of a gentle giant off it, but there is no disputing that Andrew Archer is the leader of the Guelph Storm.
In his first year as captain Archer has played much more physical this season, finishing every check by throwing opponents into the boards with force. When you are 6'4" and 200 pounds you are expected to make life miserable for your opponents. This year he is playing with more of a mean streak than ever before.
"I like Andrew as our captain because he bleeds burgundy and black" says coach Jeff Jackson. "He started with me when I first came to Guelph and he has such a solid character that as a coach I respect his ability to deal with the players and make good decisions."
Archer wasn't exactly sure what it would be like to shoulder the responsibilities that come with having the 'C' on his shirt, but has found it to be a tremendous experience.
"I'm not a guy who talks a lot in the dressing room" admits the Montreal Canadiens draft pick, "but I will speak up if something needs to be said. My goal is to lead by example by playing consistent hockey every night and hope the others feed off that."
As captain Archer has a few different obligations. He is responsible for relaying information from the players to the coaches, taking care of some issues in the room that coaching staff shouldn't have to worry about and he also is forced to deal with the media more, especially when things aren't going well. After a particularly tough loss it is usually the captain that is expected to answer the tough questions.
"I'm also doing more public appearances which I really enjoy" says Archer. "The transition has been fairly easy because the coach began grooming me (for this role) last season."
Jackson doesn't only see the role as captain as an honour but something that can be used to lift a player to another level in his personal development.
"I use the captaincy as a development tool" says the coach. "I wanted Andrew to have this to help bring him out of his shell a bit. In my eyes it was the natural evolution for him as a player. He is a top-notch person and a top-notch defenseman in the league and now he is taking the next step to become a forceful leader."
Jackson says the other thing Archer has done to be worthy of the 'C' is prove that he truly wants to be a player. The Newmarket native will be the first to admit he isn't blessed with the most skills on the team, but no one can argue that he has paid the price in bruises and sweat to become a better player.
He has also had the luxury of learning what it means to be a leader from arguably the best captain the Storm organization has ever had in Morgan McCormick. As for the current status in the dressing room?.
"I think we're a tighter team this year than we have been for a long time" said Archer. "I wear the 'C' but we have many other leaders in the room and I feel we are on our way to a great season."
- www.guelphstorm.com/p7621751.html
***
Guelph, ON - 02/27/03 - The Guelph Storm Hockey Club and The Co-operators
announced today that on Sunday, March 2, 2003 at 2:00 PM at centre ice of the
Guelph Sports & Entertainment Centre, Co-operators agents Dan Burnham and
Darren Scott will present Guelph Storm Captain Andrew Archer with the Community
Hero award.
Co-operators presents this award annually to a Storm player who contributes his
time and energy on and off the ice. This season alone Andrew raised more than
$5,000 for cancer research, when he and 14 of his teammates shaved their heads
to help find a cure. Archer also participated in the Canadian Cancer Society's
Jail'n'Bail fundraiser. In addition to these events, Archer made regular
appearances in elementary schools to read with children and pass on the message
about the importance of education.
