Governor Shumlin Enthusiastic About The Arrival Of The Rock Crushers
May 27, 2011 - Federal Prospects Hockey League (FPHL)
Vermont Wild News Release
Jay Peak, VT March 22, 2011 - Today, staff members of the Green Mountain Rock Crushers had the opportunity to shake hands with the Governor of Vermont, Peter Shumlin, at the Taste of Vermont.Governor Shumlin expressed enthusiastic support for the first ever professional hockey team in the Green Mountain State, saying that the team's arrival is "very exciting for the state to have this team in Vermont."
The Taste of Vermont was sponsored by the Vermont Chamber of Commerce.The event showcased several Vermont-based businesses in the tourism and hospitality industries and was attended by several Vermont politicians.
Rock Crushers Governor and General Manager Andy Makal added, "It's a tremendous honor to talk with Governor Shumlin and have his support for what we're doing. It's nice to know that someone of his position understands and embraces the concept of a professional hockey team in Vermont as a benefit to the state's residents, businesses, communities and visitors."
Makal hopes it won't be the last time the team crosses paths with the Governor. "We're hoping that the Governor can arrange his schedule to make it to the first home game in October," stated Makal. "We'd love to have him drop the first puck."
The Green Mountain Rock Crushers is a professional hockey organization playing at the Ice Haus Arena at Jay Peak Resort. They are proud to play in the Federal Hockey League. To learn more about the team, the league, the schedule or sponsorship opportunities, contact the staff at (802) 326-2025.
• Discuss this story on the Federal Prospects Hockey League message board...
Federal Prospects Hockey League Stories from May 27, 2011
- Governor Shumlin Enthusiastic About The Arrival Of The Rock Crushers - Vermont Wild
- Rock Crushers Announce IROC Partnership - Vermont Wild
- Rock Crushers Announce Try Out Camp And Meet And Greet - Vermont Wild
The opinions expressed in this release are those of the organization issuing it, and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts or opinions of OurSports Central or its staff.
