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Checkers Battle Heart Disease With The American Heart Association

October 27, 2008 - ECHL (ECHL)
Charlotte Checkers News Release


CHARLOTTE, N.C. - The Checkers have teamed up with the local chapter of the American Heart Association to take on the number cause of death of women in the United States.

During the 2008-09 season, the Checkers will don specialty red jerseys in recognition of the American Heart Association and their continuing efforts to spread awareness. The first red jersey game will take place on December 5th when the team battles the Augusta Lynx. This night will provide a platform to educate fans on the facts of heart disease which claims over 480,000 women each year. A portion of the evenings ticket proceeds will be donated to the local chapter of the AHA and at the end of the season, the specialty red jerseys will be auctioned off and the money raised will also be given to the AHA. For more information on this event, contact Danielle Adkins at dadkins@gocheckers.com or 704-444-1876.

"Heart Disease is the number one killer of women and we want everyone to be aware so they can make changes that lead to longer, stronger lives. This is the reason we started the Go Red For Women program," remarked Simone McDowell, marketing and communication director for AHA. "It is our goal to get women aware and active about their health. We are so excited to work with Charlotte Checkers to raise awareness and encourage women to make positive changes in their lives that could help reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke."

"The Go Red for Women Night is a great opportunity for us to partner with a phenomenal group of people to raise awareness and funds for a cause that is quite literally touches everyone in some way or another. The local chapter of the AHA works on all cylinders all year long to encourage healthy lifestyle changes for people residing in the charlotte arena. We hope the Go Red Night will help them accomplish their goals," said Checkers COO Tera Black.

Founded in 1924, the American Heart Association today is the nation's oldest and largest voluntary health organization dedicated to reducing disability and death from diseases of the heart and stroke. These diseases, America's No. 1 and No. 3 killers, and all other cardiovascular diseases claim over 870,000 lives a year. In fiscal year 2005-06 the association invested over $543 million in research, professional and public education, advocacy and community service programs to help all Americans live longer, healthier lives. To learn more, call 1-800-AHA-USA1 or visit americanheart.org.

The Checkers are getting ready for their 16th season of play as a member of the ECHL. Opening night will take place on Halloween against the Augusta Lynx at a special 8 p.m. start. In the team's 15-year history, the Checkers have made the playoffs 11 times including four consecutive playoff appearances to date. The Checkers are entering their fourth season of play at Time Warner Cable Arena. Season tickets are on sale now with full-season packages starting at just $396. For season ticket information, please call 704-342-4-ICE or visit www.gocheckers.com.

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