Season Begins Tonight
October 20, 2006 - ECHL (ECHL)
Texas Wildcatters News Release
The Wildcatters step onto the ice for the first time in 18 months tonight as they battle the Florida Everblades at 7:30 p.m. at Germain Arena in Estero, Florida.
Tonight's Game
The Texas Wildcatters meet the Florida Everblades on opening night to begin the 19th season of hockey. This will be the third season for the Wildcatters in the ECHL. The Wildcatters will meet the Everblades 10 times this season, playing five at home and five on the road. The two clubs met last weekend in two pre-season games at Germain Arena. The Wildcatters defeated the Everblades in both contests, winning Friday night 4-2 and Saturday 2-1. The Wildcatters will battle the Everblades tomorrow night at 7:30 p.m.
Listen and Win
Catch the Wildcatters opening game on ESPN Radio 1450am The Ticket. Join the "Voice of the Wildcatters" Anthony Langella, Jr. to catch all the fast-paced, hard-hitting Wildcatters action. Tonight, when you listen, you can win. Each period, the Wildcatters will be giving away a pair of opening night tickets. There will also be a special prize during the game when someone purchases season tickets. A password or phrase will be given out at different points on the broadcasts. The hard-working Wildcatters staff will be in the office to take calls during the game tonight at (409) 951-5500. Tomorrow night's broadcast will be Internet only. Games are also available online at www.wildcattershockey.com and on B2 Networks to view.
A Whole New Cast - New Faces, New Attitude
The 2006-07 Texas Wildcatters Hockey Team include a whole new cast, from the players and coach to members of the front office. No previous player from the Wildcatters' teams the first two seasons returns for this year. Mike Bayrack and Luis Tremblay were signed to play last season and were forced to play elsewhere when Hurricane Rita hit Southeast Texas and cancelled the Wildcatters season.
Lifetime Series
This will be the fifth all-time meeting between the Wildcatters and Everblades with Florida holding a 2-1-1 advantage. The Wildcatters win came on October 23, 2004 in Florida as they defeated the Everblades 3-2. The two teams did not meet last season due to the Wildcatters one year layoff created by Hurricane Rita.
Opening Night
The Wildcatters are 0-2 lifetime on opening night. They were defeated at Atlantic City on October 17, 2003 by a score of 7-3 and they lost at Florida on October 22, 2004 by a score of 6-2. This will be the third consecutive season the Wildcatters begin their schedule on the road.
Coach back to old stomping grounds
Wildcatters Head Coach Malcolm Cameron begins his first season as Wildcatters Head Coach after two successful years with the Long Beach Ice Dogs. Coach Cameron was the second captain of the Huntington Blizzard in their inaugural season (1993-94). The Huntington Blizzard played in Huntington, West Virginia from 1993-2000 before being sold and becoming the Texas Wildcatters in 2003.
Final Roster
Check out the Texas Wildcatters online at www.wildcattershockey.com to see who is representing your Wildcatters this season. There will be updates before game time as to who will be in uniform tonight for the Catters.
The Texas Wildcatters are the ECHL affiliate for the AHL's Houston Aeros. The Wildcatters return home to Ford Arena for KFDM Opening Night on Saturday, October 28 against the Pensacola Ice Pilots at 7:05pm. Don't miss any hard-hitting Wildcatters hockey action. 2006-07 Season Tickets are still available. Wildcatters' season tickets start at just $9 per game and feature numerous benefits including free parking and free merchandise. Group discount plans are also available by calling (409) 951-5500. For single game tickets stop by the Ford Park Box Office or call (409) 951-5440. For more information, visit the Wildcatters online at www.wildcattershockey.com.
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