B2 Networks to broadcast UHL All-Star Classic

Published on January 24, 2006 under International Hockey League 2 (IHL 2) News Release


LAKE ST. LOUIS, MO - The United Hockey League (UHL) and B2 Networks announced Tuesday the 2006 UHL All-Star Classic, from the Family Arena in St. Charles, Missouri, will be broadcast live on B2 Networks beginning with the All-Star Charity Game at 6:00pm CST. This marks the second consecutive year the UHL All-Star Classic will be shown around the world, free of charge, via B2 Networks.

Fans wanting to watch the game will be able to access the broadcast through the UHL website, www.theuhl.com. A high speed internet connection and a current version of Windows Media Player are required to view the event.

"The UHL is very appreciative of B2 Networks and their efforts to provide this live broadcast," stated Richard Brosal, UHL President/CEO. "This free broadcast is a special 'thank you' to our fans and an opportunity for hockey fans around the world to view this event. B2 continues to be a great partner and help our league to further grow."

Dan Silver, voice of the Missouri River Otters, will provide the play-by-play of the action and Mike Modugno, voice of the Kalamazoo Wings, will provide color commentary on the B2 broadcast.

Wednesday night's broadcast continues the outstanding relationship between the United Hockey League and B2 Networks. In addition to broadcasting the past two All-Star Classics, B2 has broadcast the 2005 Colonial Cup Championship, celebrated its 500th hockey broadcast with a free showing of the March 2, 2005 game between Fort Wayne and Danbury, and last week provided a free broadcast of the tribute to Marc Potvin.

"B2 Networks is proud of our partnership with the UHL and are happy to allow the league's fans to watch the 2006 All-Star Classic for free," said Greg P. Bell, B2 Networks Owner and CEO. "Richard Brosal was among the first people to embrace what B2 was trying to accomplish and this is one way of showing our appreciation for the support of the UHL."

B2 Networks is a premier provider of reliable and secure international television and video broadcasting systems, pay per view and billing systems. The network of arenas, stadiums, local venues, billing systems and data centers are currently in use to distribute live events to computer and television screens around the world. Working with teams from the AHL, ECHL, UHL, USHL, baseball's PCL and the National Lacrosse League, B2 has established itself as a leader in innovative direct to home internet and television broadcasting. For more information about B2 Networks, visit www.b2now.com.

The 2006 UHL All-Star Classic is being hosted by the Missouri River Otters on Wednesday, January 25th, 2006 at the Family Arena in St. Charles, Missouri. Players representing all 14 UHL Member Clubs will participate in the annual hockey event.

The United Hockey League is celebrating its 15th season. The league is comprised of 14 Member Clubs competing in seven states. The Missouri River Otters are in their seventh season in the UHL and play their home games at the beautiful Family Arena in St. Charles, Missouri.

For further information about the 2006 UHL All-Star Classic, contact the United Hockey League at 636-625-6011 or the Missouri River Otters at 636-896-4200.

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