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Narva Neptunes
The Narva Neptunes are a professional hockey team based in Narva, Forstana. They compete in the Torland Hockey League as a member of the Hatch Division. The team is owned by Tony Blackwood and plays their home games at the Crown City Center.
Founded in 1960 by Bernard Willard as the first incarnation of the Kirlow Kodiaks, the Neptunes have won 2 Marcotte Cup championships (1976, 1978).
Team history
- Kirlow Kodiaks, 1960
- Lecayne Saints, 1961-1964
- Narva Neptunes, 1965-present
Team culture
Fan base
The fanbase in Narva is a steady one. They have a strong core contingent of superfans that help drive the team and team culture. Narva is known for having close relationships with their players on and off the ice, a unique piece of culture in the Crown City. Narva tends to strive to remain close-knit in their community and are not supportive of outsiders or players who don't embrace their culture.
A notable superfan is motorcycle daredevil “Dead” Ned Delhart, who races under owner Tony Blackwood's banner in Blackwood Motorsports. Dead Ned is a beloved figure in Narva and can often be found down near the ice and player's benches during home games. His likeness even inspired the Neptunes' rebrand in 1981.
Rivalries
Chasonne Heralds
Kirlow Kodiaks
Port Alrene Anchors
Team information
Ownership
The Neptunes are currently owned by Tony Blackwood, who purchased the team in 1981 from Harlan Durant, who, in turn, purchased in team in 1965 from Bernard Willard, who founded the team in 1960 in Kirlow.
Home ice
The Neptunes play their home games at the Crown City Center in Narva, Forstana.
Logos and uniforms
The Neptunes' colors are dark green, bright blue, and white.
Minor league affiliates
The Neptunes are affiliated with the Narva Imperials of the Langlois Independent Hockey League.
Players & personnel
Current roster
Team captains
Note: this list includes team captains from the first incarnations of the Kirlow Kodiaks and the Lecayne Saints.
- Marc Hutcheson, 1960-1964
- Stefan Ostrowski, 1965-1973
- Kris Kotulak, 1974-1985
- Luke Wisniewski, 1986-present
Staff and coaches
Head coaches
| Name | Years Employed | Playoffs | Cups | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neal Owens | 1965-1967 | 0 | 0 | |
| Byron Peachey | 1968-present | 14 | 2 | 1970 Best Coach; Silver Puck: 1977, 1978, 1980 |
The Neptunes' Peachey is one of only four head coaches in THL history to coach for a single team for 20 or more consecutive years. (He joins Harley Sweeney, Don Easterling, and Harry Nance)
Assistant coaches
- Ron Collins, 1965-1974
- Tom Dobbins, 1975-present
General managers
- Vern Perrault, 1973-present
Drafts
Seasons
Kirlow Kodiaks (first incarnation)
| Season | GP | Record (W-T-L) | Points | Finish | Playoffs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 60 | 3-5-52 | 14 | 6th, THL | Missed playoffs |
Lecayne Saints (first incarnation)
| Season | GP | Record (W-T-L) | Points | Finish | Playoffs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | 60 | 4-8-48 | 20 | 5th, THL | Missed playoffs |
| 1962 | 60 | 12-13-35 | 49 | 6th, THL | Missed playoffs |
| 1963 | 60 | 12-13-35 | 49 | 6th, THL | Missed playoffs |
| 1964 | 60 | 9-14-37 | 41 | 6th, THL | Missed playoffs |
Narva Neptunes
| Season | GP | Record (W-T-L) | Points | Finish | Playoffs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | 60 | 16-15-29 | 63 | 8th, THL | Missed playoffs |
| 1966 | 60 | 12-7-41 | 43 | 7th, THL | Missed playoffs |
| 1967 | 60 | 4-4-52 | 16 | 8th, THL | Missed playoffs |
| 1968 | 60 | 8-15-37 | 39 | 8th, THL | Missed playoffs |
| 1969 | 60 | 17-15-28 | 66 | 8th, THL | Missed playoffs |
| 1970 | 60 | 26-12-22 | 90 | 3rd, THL | Lost in semi-finals (2-4 vs. Falcons) |
| 1971 | 60 | 20-16-24 | 76 | 5th, THL | Missed playoffs |
| 1972 | 71 | 35-18-18 | 123 | 1st, Hatch | Lost in semi-finals (1-4 vs. Kodiaks) |
| 1973 | 72 | 27-18-27 | 99 | 3rd, Hatch | Lost in quarter-finals (1-4 vs. Heralds) |
| 1974 | 72 | 22-18-32 | 84 | 5th, Hatch | Missed playoffs |
| 1975 | 72 | 30-16-26 | 106 | 2nd, Hatch | Lost in quarter-finals (2-4 vs. Falcons) |
| 1976 | 72 | 29-20-23 | 107 | 4th, Hatch | Won Marcotte Cup (4-1 vs. Anchors) |
| 1977 | 72 | 37-17-18 | 128 | 1st, Hatch | Lost in semi-finals (2-4 vs. Kodiaks) |
| 1978 | 72 | 34-23-15 | 125 | 1st, Hatch | Won Marcotte Cup (4-1 vs. Anchors) |
| 1979 | 72 | 38-17-17 | 131 | 2nd, Hatch | Lost in semi-finals (0-4 vs. Kodiaks) |
| 1980 | 76 | 40-16-20 | 136 | 1st, Hatch | Lost in quarter-finals (2-4 vs. Kodiaks) |
| 1981 | 76 | 38-16-22 | 130 | 1st, Hatch | Lost in quarter-finals (1-4 vs. Rockets) |
| 1982 | 76 | 41-13-22 | 136 | 2nd, Hatch | Lost in quarter-finals (2-4 vs. Heralds) |
| 1983 | 76 | 31-20-25 | 113 | 3rd, Hatch | Missed playoffs |
| 1984 | 76 | 21-18-37 | 81 | 5th, Hatch | Missed playoffs |
| 1985 | 48 | 17-11-20 | 62 | 4th, Hatch | Missed playoffs |
| 1986 | 76 | 34-14-28 | 116 | 3rd, Hatch | Lost in wild card round (0-3 vs. Kings) |
| 1987 | 76 | 34-15-27 | 117 | 2nd, Hatch | Lost in quarter-finals (0-4 vs. Electrics) |
| 1988 | 76 | 29-20-27 | 107 | 3rd, Hatch | Lost in wild card round (2-3 vs. Barbarians) |
| 1989 | 76 | 22-22-32 | 88 | 5th, Hatch | Missed playoffs |
| 1990 | 76 | 29-20-25 | 109 | 4th, Hatch | Missed playoffs |
| 1991 | 76 | 21-18-37 | 81 | 5th, Hatch | Missed playoffs |
| 1992 | 76 | 32-15-29 | 111 | 2nd, Elam | Lost in wild card round (1-3 vs. Crusaders) |
Team and league honors
Banners and trophies
| Marcotte Cup | Louis Trophy | Division Title |
|---|---|---|
| 1976 Marcotte Cup | 1977 Louis Trophy | 1972 Hatch Division |
| 1978 Marcotte Cup | 1977 Hatch Division | |
| 1978 Hatch Division | ||
| 1980 Hatch Division | ||
| 1981 Hatch Division |
Retired numbers
| No. | Player | Position | Career | Retired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Gav Brankovic | D | 1969-1983 | 1984 |
| 11 | Kris Kotulak | C | 1965-1985 | 1986 |
| 13 | Stefan Ostrowski | F | 1961-1973 | 1975 |
Ring of Honor
- Chauncey Lombard, D, 1960-1968
- Stefan Ostrowski, F, 1961-1973
- Rob Dunning, F, 1965-1975
Hall of Famers
Note: this list includes Hall of Famers from the first incarnations of the Kirlow Kodiaks and the Lecayne Saints.
- Stefan Ostrowski, F, 1961-1973, inducted 1975
- Byron Peachey, head coach, 1968-present, inducted as a player 1975
- Bernard Willard, owner, 1960-1964, inducted 1975
- Carey Waggoners, D, 1960, inducted 1977
- Gav Brankovic, D, 1969-1983, inducted 1989
- Kris Kotulak, C, 1965-1985, inducted 1989
