Sponsor a Soldier this Friday
November 2, 2010 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Houston Aeros News Release
HOUSTON --- The American Hockey League's (AHL) Houston Aeros, affiliate of the Minnesota Wild, will salute America's military personnel this Friday when the team plays host to the Toronto Marlies at Toyota Center at 7:35 p.m.
Game night festivities feature special presentations to active duty personnel, including a number of service members who have recently returned from Iraq. Military veterans will also be recognized throughout the game. Over 500 military themed t-shirts will be tossed out to the crowd.
In addition, the Military Order of the Purple Heart, Texas, will have the Fallen Heroes Memorial Wall on display. The 28-foot long memorial lists the names and pictures of Texans who have made the ultimate sacrifice since the Gulf War.
The Aeros are reaching out to the Houston community to "sponsor a soldier" for the game. Companies or individuals who sponsor tickets, which are only $10 each, will be recognized on the Toyota Center video boards during the game, receive recognition on AEROS.COM, and have the opportunity to meet with the soldiers and their families at the game to say, "thank you," for their service.
Sponsor 10 tickets and receive an Aeros Autographed Puck. Sponsor 20 tickets and receive an Aeros Autographed Photo and Puck. Sponsor at least 50 seats and receive an Aeros autographed jersey plus an equal number of tickets for your own use at an upcoming Aeros game.
To help provide tickets for military personnel and their families call 713-974-PUCK (7825).
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