Bucks, TCI Tire Center Unveil Simoes Action Figure

January 7, 2008 - Central Hockey League (CHL)
Laredo Bucks News Release


LAREDO, TX- The Laredo Bucks of the Central Hockey League, in conjunction with TCI Tire center, unveiled the new Steve Simoes action figure today at a press conference at the Laredo Entertainment Center. Local media and fans attended the event.

Fans can get the limited edition collectable starting Tuesday at TCI Tire Center, located at 14202 Transportation Avenue. No purchase neccesary. Only 1,000 action figures have been made and they are only available at TCI Tire Center's location.

The figure of Simoes was made by Global Alexander Promotions, based out of Bellevue, Washington. The figure is a replica of Simoes skating in a game, wearing the Bucks white jersey (#13), complete with a insignia autograph. They are also individually numbered.

Simoes is in his fifth season with the Bucks, and was a key member of both CHL championships in 2004, and 2006.

Not only is Simoes a key factor on the Ice for the Bucks, he is highly visible in the Laredo community as well, having participated in many school and hospital visits, as well as civic organizations throughout Laredo and the surrounding communities.

"I would like to thank TCI Tire Center for this great honor", Simoes said. "The action figure looks great, I really appreciate it."

In 219 regular season games as a Buck, Simoes has registered 52 goals, with 73 assists, for 125 points, and 333 penalty minutes. In 69 playoff games with Laredo he has 30 points.

"Steve should realize how great of an honor this is to have his own action figure, not every guy has one", said Bucks head coach/GM Terry Ruskowski. "Also a big thanks goes out to TCI tire center, they have been a great supporter of Bucks hockey."

This season Simoes has scored four goals, and handed out 15 assists for 19 points, including an assist in Sunday's 5-3 win over Colorado at the LEC.

To pick up your limited edition Simoes action figure, head on over to TCI Tire Center, Located at 14202 Transportation Avenue.

DIRECTIONS TO TCI TIRE CENTER

*Take W Bob Bullock Loop to Mines Road

*Turn RIGHT on Mines Road

* Turn LEFT on Intramerica Blvd

* Corner of Intramerica and Transportation Ave

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