2008 Genesis Jersey Auction Raises Over $32,105

February 22, 2008 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Abbotsford Heat News Release


Moline, IL - The Quad City Flames hosted the 2008 Genesis Jersey Auction following tonight's 6-2 win over the Peoria Rivermen. This year's events raised $32,105 as the team auctioned off specialty jerseys worn exclusively during tonight's game. The proceeds from this year's event will benefit the Genesis Compassion Fund, which raises money for many causes with a focus on providing flu shots for children in area schools. In the 13 year history of this event, the Flames have raised $560,199 for local charities.

The evening's highlights included a hardest shot contest, sumo wrestling, dodge ball and a home run derby. Eric Nystrom capped the evening by re-enacting a scene from the popular hockey film, "Slap Shot". Brandon Prust raised the highest bid at $2,500 following his performance as a figure skater. Matt Keetley, Carsen Germyn, Krys Kolanos and Brett Sutter also topped the $2,000 mark.

In addition to the on-ice performances, the team also raffled off jerseys featuring Adam Cracknell and Ryan Donally. The jerseys of Eric Nystrom and Dustin Boyd were auctioned off earlier this week at qcflames.com.

Jersey Player Bid

33 Brandon Prust $2,500

36 Matt Keetley $2,350

18 Carsen Germyn $2,200

33 Krys Kolanos $2,000

27 Brett Sutter $2,000

3 Tim Ramholt $1,800

07 Team Signed $1,800

14 Tomi Maki $1,700

9 Kris Chucko $1,600

31 Curtis McElhinney $1,500

Raffle Jerseys (Donally & Cracknell) $1,255

10 Grant Stevenson $1,200

17 Matt Pelech $1,200

25 Warren Peters $1,200

2 Adam Pardy $1,000

6 Tim Hambly $1,000

7 Brett Palin $1,000

21 Derek Couture $1,000

28 Gerry Burke $1,000

8 Cam Cunning $900

24 David Van der Gulik $800

23 Eric Nystrom (on-line) $600

16 Dustin Boyd (on-line) $500

Total $32,105

The Flames host the Grand Rapids Griffins on Sunday afternoon. Game time is 5:05 p.m. Following the game, fans are invited down to the ice for a post-game skate. Tickets are available at the i wireless Center Box Office, via phone at (563) 326-1111 or on-line at ticketmaster.com.



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