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This week's peak performer: Zach Neal, Cheyenne Mountain

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Zach Neal is peaking at the right time.

The Cheyenne Mountain goaltender made 44 saves in two games this past weekend, including five saves while facing a 5-on-3 man advantage in a 5-0 victory Saturday against Valor Christian in the first round of the state playoffs. The Indians (12-7-2) next face Lewis-Palmer in the state semifinals.

Neal, a junior at Mesa Ridge, understands that he is playing his best during the most important part of the season.

“During the year, my play has improved, but a lot of that is credit to my teammates in front of me,” he said. “As a team, we have improved and we have become more competitive.”

QUICK HITS

Who is going to have a bigger week: Figure skater and Cheyenne Mountain senior Rachael Flatt (Olympic debut) or you (state semifinals)?

Considering she is going to be on the Olympic stage I would say her, but for our team this week is way more important.

What was your best save this year?

The breakaway against Michael Schoolcraft ( in last game against Valor Christian. Schoolcraft is the leading scorer in the state).

What is your favorite vacation spot?

Anywhere in the mountains to get away. I really like to camp with my family in the RV.

Do you have any superstitions?

I have one big superstition. I have two stickers (on the back of helmet) in memoriam of friends: Matthew Medeiros and Garrett Guthrie (whose stepbrother Brody died of SIDS)

Who do you think will win the gold medal at the Olympics in men’s hockey?

I’m pulling for the USA, but I think the winner will be either Russia or Canada.

What Mighty Ducks movie is your favorite?

The original is always the best.

Are you better than Goldberg?

Goldberg is pretty good but I like to think I’m better. I don’t envision the puck as a hamburger when I’m playing.

MULTIPLE CHOICE

Favorite NHL team

Avalanche (x), Penguins (), Capitals (), Red Wings ()

Favorite animal at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

Giraffe (), Penguin (), Elephant (x), Orangutan ()

Favorite kind of ice

Ice cream (x), Vanilla Ice (), Ice Capades (), Iceland ()

Winter clothing you wouldn't be caught wearing

Sweater vest (), Earmuffs (x), Mittens (), Longjohns ()

 

 


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