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'Battle of the Badges' Lucky Number Seven Showdown Set in Reading

January 9, 2012 - ECHL (ECHL)
Reading Royals News Release


Reading, PA - The Reading Royals of the ECHL, the Reading Fire Department, and the Reading Police Department today jointly announced the details for "Battle of the Badges VII" presented by FirstStates Financial Services.

The hockey double-header will kick off with the seventh annual showdown between the Reading Fire and Police Departments on Sunday, February 26, at 1:15 pm. The ECHL hockey action takes over after that as the Royals join battle against the Greenville Road Warriors with the opening face-off scheduled for 4:05 pm. One ticket gains entry into both games, and a portion of every ticket sold will go to the Battle of the Badges Scholarship Fund established to benefit the children of firefighters and police officers. Also, the first 1000 kids twelve and under that day will receive a Slapshot pin courtesy of Honorfest.

"This is a fun, but intense game played by participants who lay their lives on the line every day for our benefit," said Royals General Manager Mark Wallace. "It is our honor to be able to host this event and raise money for the police and fire scholarship fund while allowing both teams to enjoy some great camaraderie."

"This game isn't about winning or losing," said Eric Driesbach, Reading Police Criminal Investigator and Team Captain for the Police Department. "It's about our brothers and sisters who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for their communities, we shall always remember them."

"I see the game as a way for the public to view the Fire Department in a different light," said Stu Bansner, a member of the Reading Fire Department and Team Captain for the Reading Fire Fighters. "Usually when someone calls for the Fire Department it's because something has gone wrong. The Battle of the badges game brings some excitement as well as some comedy."

If history is any guide, both ends of the double-header are expected to be "˜edgy' affairs with the winner of the Battle of the Badges game getting the honor of hoisting the FirstStates Cup. The Reading Eagle returns as the Official Media Partner of the Battle of the Badges Celebration. To purchase tickets to the Battle of the Badges VII presented by the FirstStates Financial Services, call the Royals offices at (610) 898-PUCK or visit the Royals website, www.royalshockeyevents.com/bob for more information.

FirstStates Financial Services

-Battle of the Badges Game- Reading Police vs. Reading Fire

2012 Game:

Sunday, February 26, 2012 at 12:30 p.m. at Sovereign Center. Prior to the Reading Royals vs. Greenville Road Warriors at 4:05 p.m. One ticket gets you in for both games. Also, Honorfest presented by Thunder Outreach, will sponsor Slapshot pins for the 1st 1,000 kids (12 & under) and it is a Berks Packing $1.00 day with $1.00 hot dogs, sodas, nachos and popcorn and Body Zone Sports and Wellness Complex sponsors a post-game autograph session with the Royals players.

History:

Began in 2006 as a benefit game and is played in remembrance of fallen Reading Police Officer Michael H. Wise II, who died in the line of duty in June of 2004, and Reading Police Officer Scott A. Wertz who was fatally wounded in the line of duty in August of 2006. The game also raises funds for the police and fire departments scholarship funds.

Series:

Reading Fire Department leads the series 4-1-1. Last year the Reading Fire Department notched a 3-2 win in a shootout. In 2010, the Reading Police collected their lone win of the series with a 6-0 shutout. The series has been closely contested with both teams notching 17 goals apiece in the six games.

Dates and Scores:

February 19, 2006 RFD 3 RPD 3 (tie)

February 18, 2007 RFD 4 RPD 2

February 17, 2008 RFD 3 RPD 2

February 15, 2009 RFD 4 RPD 2

February 28, 2010 RPD 6 RFD 0

February 17, 2011 RFD 3 RPD 2 (shootout win)

Money Raised:

During the six year series, over $30,000 has been raised for the Reading Police and Reading Fire Scholarship Funds.

How To Purchase Tickets:

The Reading Royals have set up a special website designed to sell tickets for this game. Fans may visit www.royalshockeyevents.com/bob. A portion of the proceeds from tickets purchased from this website will go to the Reading Police and Reading Fire Scholarship Fund.

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