Jimmer Fredette Headlines Phantoms Promotions
September 21, 2011 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Adirondack Phantoms News Release
The Adirondack Phantoms have announced that the first ever Jimmer Fredette bobblehead is among the big highlights on a fantastic promotional schedule for the 2011-12 season presented by Bud Light. Lots of great giveaways, activities, bargains and fun are in store for all Phantoms fans throughout the season.
"I am thrilled with the schedule of promotions we have," said Executive Vice President Chris Porreca. "We are most thankful to local legend Jimmer Fredette for allowing us to present his first ever bobblehead as we honor the most popular local athlete in Glens Falls history."
The Jimmer Bobblehead Night is Saturday, February 4 for the first 2,500 fans.
Among some of the other great giveaway items this year are magnet schedules, youth jerseys, winter hats, T-shirts and team posters. Also on the schedule are more "Skate with the Phantoms" nights than ever before plus several other post-game fan interactions with the team.
The Phantoms are also bringing back the extremely popular Sunday Family 3 Packs in which fans can purchase a value package for only $39 for any Sunday game. The Sunday Family 3 Pack includes three tickets, three hot dogs, three sodas, one program and one bucket of popcorn. Fans can add on to the Sunday Family 3 Pack for only $13 each and that includes one ticket, one hot dog and one soda.
The Phantoms will also make every Wednesday Dollar Hot Dog Nights for another added value.
"Our schedule is jammed with great family entertainment and value all season long," Porreca said. "The wide variety of different promotions is what our fans will notice the most. We have something for everyone!"
Pink in the Rink Night with special pink jerseys to benefit the C.R. Wood Cancer Center at Glens Falls Hospital and the annual Teddy Bear Toss Night to benefit the Salvation Army are just a couple of the big events in which the Phantoms will continue their support of local organizations.
It all starts on Saturday, October 8 against the Connecticut Whale with Opening Night presented by Nemer Ford featuring a Phantoms Magnet Schedule Giveaway for the first 5,000 fans courtesy of Great Meadow Federal Credit Union. Plus, the Phantoms will be decked out in special Opening Night jerseys which will be auctioned to the fans after the game.
Promotional Schedule:
October 8: Magnet Schedule Giveaway (first 5,000 fans) courtesy of Great Meadow Federal Credit Union. Special Opening Night jerseys. Post-game jersey auction.
October 29: Halloween Costume Parade on Ice. Post-Game Skate with the Phantoms presented by Glens Falls Hospital.
November 12: Phantoms Youth Jersey (first 1,000 kids age 14 and under) presented by Glens Falls Hospital.
November 26: Winter Hat Giveaway (first 1,000 kids age 14 and under) presented by UniFirst.
December 10: T-Shirt Giveaway (first 2,500 fans) presented by Papa John's Pizza. First Goal Teddy Bear Toss to benefit Salvation Army. Boy Scout Night.
December 18: Post-Game Skate with the Phantoms presented by Glens Falls Hospital.
December 28: Pucks and Paws - Bring your dog to the game!
December 31: New Year's Eve Celebration.
January 14: Post-Game Pictures with players on the ice. Girl Scout Night.
January 21: Pink in the Rink presented by C.R. Wood Cancer Center at Glens Falls Hospital. Special pink jerseys and post-game auction.
February 4: Jimmer Fredette Bobblehead Giveaway (first 2,500 fans).
February 26: Phantoms Poster Giveaway (first 3,000 fans) presented by Glens Falls Printing.
March 4: Dax's Kids Club Night and Post-Game Skate with the Phantoms presented by Glens Falls Hospital.
March 9: Adirondack Hockey Hall of Fame Night presented by Glens Falls National Bank.
March 10: Faith and Family Night and Post-Game Concert.
March 25: Dax's Birthday Party and Post-Game Skate with the Phantoms presented by Glens Falls Hospital.
April 14: T-Shirt Giveaway (first 2,500 fans) presented by Papa John's Pizza and Fan Appreciation Night.
Mark your calendars! Adirondack Phantoms Opening Night is Saturday, October 8. The Phantoms take on the Connecticut Whale to begin the third season of exciting Phantoms hockey in Glens Falls. Get great savings and have fun with your friends, family or co-workers by bringing your group of 15 or more fans to enjoy fast-paced, hard-hitting Phantoms hockey. Call the Phantoms to find out more at 518-480-3355 and check the team's website at phantomshockey.com
Don't forget the preseason games on Wednesday, September 28 in Saratoga Springs, NY and Saturday, October 1 at the Glens Falls Civic Center. Follow the Phantoms on twitter @phantomshockey and on facebook.com/adkhockey.
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