Bandits Lose Season Opener

CALGARY (WIVB) - The season did not start off well for the Buffalo Bandits.  They lost in Calgary Saturday night, defeated by the Roughnecks 10-9.  A second half comeback by Buffalo fell just short.

Calgary led 8-5 at the half.  The Bandits cut the lead to one in the third quarter, but never could tie the game.  A goal with :17 seconds left made the final margin just one. 

Mark Steenhuis and Roger Vyse each scored twice for the Bandits.  Vyse added four assists.  Newcomer Tracy Kelusky, a former Calgary player, had a goal and three assists. 

Buffalo stays on the road for their second game, next Saturday at Philadelphia.  Their home opener is January 22 vs. Toronto.