Cryptic crossword No 2,090
Thu 14 Nov 2024, set byHopper
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Special Instructions: My first time setting a cryptic crossword! I decided to theme it on another passion of mine - hockey! There are many hockey references, especially to the NHL (names of players, teams, etc) but very little hockey knowledge is needed to solve the puzzle (since I know the overlap of hockey and cryptic crossword fans is probably quite small). I hope you enjoy!
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Thanks Hopper. As a Washington Capitals season ticket holder, the first word in 1a - Ovechkin - had me hooked. This is a very impressive first crossword especially with how much hockey permeates the clues without impeding the casual solver. My top picks were 9a, 11a, 22a, 24a, 25a, and 17d. More in reply.
Gave this a go, Hopper, intrigued by your SI. I know nothing of the game other than watching Slap Shot but, as you said, this did not stop the solve apart from LOI that needed a reveal. Like Gennaro, I'd appreciate Annotations if you've done them. You can enable them in Settings under Solution Settings. I think I managed to parse pretty much all of it but it would be good to check. I agree, this is not at all bad for a first puzzle - so welcome to the site. Faves inc 9a, 24a, 3d, 7d, 17d
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