The so-called “hazing” process took an odd turn Saturday night when winger Gary Witt allegedly warned defenseman Brittany Szczepanik of initiation rites at Ashley’s pub following Hopslam’s 0-2 loss versus the Depot Town Stags.
Szczepanik, affirming plans to join teammates for a beer after the game, admitted to Witt that she had never visited the pub prior to joining the team in January.
“Oh, we’ll de-flower you,” said Witt.
Szczepanik did not attend.
“I’m sure he didn’t mean anything by that,” said center Scott Coates, somewhat confused. Coates added that Witt was most likely making a reference to trying new beers, as Ashley’s offers nearly a hundred on tap.
“We mostly just drink beer, eat wings, and argue about which songs and bands are the greatest of all time,” said defenseman Mark Woods. “I’m pretty sure everybody with a flower will walk away with it intact.”
“Gary is too busy plowing snow,” added Woods.
Szczepanik could not be reached for comment, but teammates have promised free beer and wings in an effort to reassure her. Coates also added that he thinks the Smiths are the greatest band of all time.