Amerks to Hold Annual Hometown Heroes Night on Friday, January 2
December 19, 2014 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Rochester Americans News Release
(Rochester, NY)... The Rochester Americans announced today that the Amerks will hold their annual "Hometown Heroes Night" on Friday, Jan. 2 as the team hosts the Iowa Wild in a 7:05 p.m. game at The Blue Cross Arena.
The Amerks are honoring all First Responders such as police officers, fire fighters, and emergency medical technicians, as well as military members and veterans. Prior to the Amerks-Wild game, the Rochester Police Department will face-off with a team from the Rochester Fire Department in an exhibition hockey game starting at 4:00 p.m., with members of the Amerks Alumni also participating in the game.
The Amerks are also offering all Hometown Heroes two complimentary tickets to their game against the Wild. Along with the complimentary tickets, First Responders and military members can purchase additional tickets for their family and friends for just $10. Those interested in taking advantage of the offer can do so by visiting www.amerks.com/hero. Hometown Heroes or their families can also use that link to submit a photo to be used during an in-game tribute on the video board.
For more information or to purchase tickets to an Amerks game, visit www.amerks.com or call 1-855-GO-AMERKS.
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