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B2 Networks and UHL offer All-Star webcast free to fans

January 12, 2005 - International Hockey League 2 (IHL 2) News Release


LAKE ST. LOUIS, MO -- The United Hockey League (UHL) in conjunction with B2 Networks, announced Wednesday that the All-Star Classic webcast will be free to viewers via theuhl.com.

"B2 is thrilled to partner with the UHL, and because of our relationship, we want those unable to attend the All-Star Classic, to be able to watch and listen to the game around the world," stated B2 Networks Chairman and CEO, Greg Bell.

The All-Star Classic will be held on January 24, 2005 in Glens Falls, New York. The Alumni Charity game will begin at 6:00 p.m. with the All-Star Classic to follow at 7:45 p.m. Both events will be broadcast over the Internet via the B2 Networks Webcast. In order to access the live feed, viewers will be asked to submit their email address and zip code, with the option of receiving a newsletter exclusive to the fans of the UHL.

"Not only does this allow fans to view the most anticipated event of the year, but they now have the opportunity to preview what each team has to offer through B2 Networks Pay-Per-View Webcast," stated UHL President/CEO Richard Brosal.

The following teams are currently available to fans via the Pay-Per-View Webcast: Adirondack Frostbite, Danbury Trashers, Elmira Jackals, Flint Generals, Kalamazoo Wings, Kansas City Outlaws, Missouri River Otters, Muskegon Fury, Quad City Mallards, and Richmond RiverDogs. The remaining teams will be on the B2 Networks Webcast by the beginning of February. "At that point, every game played in the UHL will be available to fans around the world, "stated Brosal. "Utilizing the clarity and accessibility of B2 Networks is an important step in expanding our communications capabilities."

B2 Networks is a premier provider of reliable, scalable and secure international broadband video networks, management, distribution and billing systems. B2's Networked Arenas and Stadiums, distribution networks, data centers and systems are currently in use to distribute entertainment, sports and live events to computer and television screens in homes and hotels around the world. B2 manages and owns the digital distribution rights to distinct genres of entertainment, sports and television properties and works with clients such as Digicast, UHL, ECHL, Northern League, USA Gymnastics, and Diamond Sports Management. www.b2now.com.

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