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ROC United Rally for the Rhinos

November 29, 2017 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Rochester Rhinos News Release


The Rochester Rhinos are hosting an event at Capelli Sport Stadium this Tuesday, November 28th, from 6PM to 8PM. The evening will provide an opportunity for fans, business & soccer leaders, plus the general community to voice their support for the club in an "open mic" format.

On Wednesday, November 15th, the Rhinos hosted a press conference announcing critical financial needs that must be met by Thursday,November 30th, in order to operate in the 2018 USL season. The financial needs identified are $600,000 in season ticket and suite revenue, $540,000 from the hotel occupancy tax/sponsorship, and $160,000 in jersey sponsorships

The Rhinos have made progress following the press announcement and appreciate all the new and continued support. The Rhinos are currently significantly short of the goal of 2,500 new season tickets, and to date do not have a committed jersey partner and/or partners. Additionally, Capelli Sport Stadium continues to be excluded from any share of the hotel room occupancy tax.

Fans have been encouraged to support the Rhinos with various "calls to action", which includes investing in season tickets, supporting the Rhino's Care's program, sponsoring the team, or by encouraging local companies to invest in Rhinos sponsorship.

*Event Reminder

Event Name: ROC United "Rally for the Rhinos"

Event Location: Capelli Sport Stadium 460 Oak Street Rochester NY

Event Date and Time: Tuesday, November 28th, from 6:00PM to 8:00PM

Event Details: Open mic format starts at 6:15PM. Individuals attending are invited to speak about their positive pledge of support for the Rhinos. Comments or questions will be requested to be kept under 2 minutes.

Giving Tuesday: The Rhinos will host a Food Drive and will be accpeting food donations at the event. All items will be donated to Foodlink.

Additional Opportunities: The Rhinos pop up store will be open for merchandise purchases. The ticket office will be open to place 2018 season ticket deposits. Rhinos Senior Staff will also be on site to discuss 2018 corporate sponsorship opportunities.

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