Career Fair Set for Wednesday

April 1, 2003 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Adirondack Phantoms News Release


On Wednesday, April 2, the Philadelphia Phantoms will host their second annual Sports and Entertainment Career Fair from 1:30-5:30 p.m. at the First Union Spectrum. This event will provide a chance for the public to speak to people in the sports industry, submit resumes and find out about internships and full and part-time positions. The cost of the career fair is $12 in advance and $18 the day of the event. All attendees receive admission to that night's game at 7:05 p.m. against the Syracuse Crunch, as well a free one month membership to www.workinsports.com.

Representatives from such areas as Marketing, Ticket Sales, Sports Medicine, Sports Law, Public Relations, Advertising, Broadcasting, Finance, Player Personnel and Journalism will be on hand. Among the two dozen sports and entertainment organizations scheduled to have tables on the concourse are Comcast-Spectacor, the Flyers, 76ers, Eagles, Phillies, Charge, KiXX, Wings, New Jersey Devils, New Jersey Nets, Trenton Titans, Camden Riversharks, Bowie Baysox, Delmarva Shorebirds, Frederick Keys, Newark Bears, Temple, Villanova, Comcast SportsNet and Aramark.

Career Fair attendees will be able to visit the tables from 1:30-4:45 p.m. before executives from Comcast-Spectacor will speak and take questions from 5:00-5:30. For more information, call 215-465-4522.

JOHNNY BRAVO APPEARING ON FRIDAY

The Cartoon Network's very own Johnny Bravo will be appearing at the Phantoms' game this Friday, April 4, courtesy of Comcast. Johnny Bravo will be greeting the public and taking pictures with fans who bring their own cameras. One lucky fan will win a Cartoon Network Prize Pack, while plenty of Cartoon Network t-shirts and gifts will be up for grabs throughout the game.

MISS NEW JERSEY TO DROP OPENING PUCK

Miss New Jersey USA Vanessa Baker will be dropping the ceremonial opening puck prior to this Friday's game. A graduate of Rutgers University and originally from Marlton, N.J., Baker competed in the Miss USA 2003 pageant on March 24 in San Antonio, Texas.

FRIDAY IS "EFEPA NIGHT AT THE PHANTOMS"

The Phantoms and the Epilepsy Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania (EFEPA) are teaming up again for the fourth "EFEPA Night at the Phantoms" this Friday, April 4. A portion of ticket sales that night is going directly to the EFEPA to benefit free community programs for children and teenagers in Eastern Pennsylvania with epilepsy. Everyone in attendance should stop by the EFEPA booth on the concourse for information on epilepsy, seizures and first aid, and guests who purchase a ticket through the Foundation will be able to participate in a free skate on the First Union Spectrum ice following the game. For more information, call 215-629-5003, ext. 110.

SUNDAY IS FAN APPRECIATION NIGHT

Don't miss Fan Appreciation Night during the Phantoms' final regular-season home game this Sunday, April 6. Hundreds of prizes will be given away, including the Phantoms' jerseys that night through the Shirts Off Our Backs promotion, and everyone in attendance will receive a free bowling pass to Brunswick Lanes and a buy one-get one free coupon to Six Flags Great Adventure. Be there before the puck is dropped to see who wins the Phantoms annual team awards and don't miss your chance to meet Warner Brothers characters Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck and Sylvester on the concourse.

STAFFORD NAMED PHANTOMS' AHL MAN OF THE YEAR

Center Ben Stafford was recently selected the Phantoms' 2002-03 American Specialty/HG Insurance/AHL Man of the Year. The award honors the player adjudged to have made the greatest commitment to his community and charitable organizations throughout the course of the season. In recognition of his efforts, Stafford will be presented with an etched crystal trophy during an on-ice presentation prior to the Phantoms' last regular-season home game this Sunday, April 6.

CALDER CUP TROPHY TOUR HITS PHILADELPHIA

The Calder Cup 2003 Tour will hit Philadelphia this Sunday, April 6, wrapping up a 19-city, 39-day journey across the country. The legendary trophy will be on display at the Sovereign Bank Flyers Skate Zone in Voorhees from 1:00-2:00 p.m. and then at the Phantoms game, which begins at 5:05 p.m.

The Calder Cup 2003 Tour offers fans the opportunity to view up close one of the oldest trophies in North American sports. The Calder Cup, which has been competed for since the 1936-37 season, features the names of players, coaches and support staff from the last 20 American Hockey League champions, and is accompanied by a special display highlighting the intensity and excitement of the Calder Cup Playoffs.

PLAYOFF TICKETS ON SALE

Individual game tickets and 15-game strips are on sale for the upcoming American Hockey League Calder Cup playoffs. Tickets for individual Phantoms playoff games are $15, $19 and $20 for adults, and $8 for all children 14 and under.

Individual game playoff tickets will be available at the First Union Center box office and all Ticketmaster locations throughout the Delaware Valley. Seats can also be charged by phone by calling 215-336-2000, 856-338-9000 or 302-984-2000, or online at www.ticketmaster.com. Contact the Phantoms sales office at 215-465-4522 for information on group discounts.

The 15-game packages are $225, $285 and $300 for adults, and just $120 for kids. They can only be purchased by calling the Phantoms sales office at 215-465-4522.

The Phantoms are also currently accepting season ticket and game plan deposits for the 2003-04 season. Individuals placing deposits for season tickets and game plans can take advantage of exclusive playoff options for this year. Call 215-465-4522 for more information.

SECOND JERSEY AUCTION RAISES $21,740

The Phantoms Wives Charity Foundation, a division of the Comcast-Spectacor Foundation, raised $21,740 on March 23 in the second jersey auction of the season. As part of Tribute to Philly Hockey Night, the Phantoms wore replicas jerseys of the old Philadelphia Firebirds (1974-77 NAHL,1977-79 AHL) during their 5-4 overtime win over the Hartford Wolf Pack before auctioning them off in Bullies Sports Bar & Restaurant.

For the first time, right wing Kirby Law's jersey received the highest bid at $1,300. Defensemen Dennis Seidenberg and Brad Tiley's jerseys came in second and third with $1,250 and $1,200, respectively.

The proceeds from the auction and all fund-raising efforts this season are going to the National Adoption Center. The NAC is a private, non-profit organization located in Philadelphia that has found families for more than 19,000 children across the United States.

During the first jersey auction of the season, the Phantoms Wives raised $19,000 on Dec. 20 when the team wore special red & green Holiday jerseys during its 4-2 win over the Hershey Bears. A total of $1,470 was also raised at the third annual player bachelor auction on Nov. 15. Fans placed bids at the Phantoms Wives table for the chance to go on a date with one of six single Phantoms players, as well as Mix 95.7 afternoon disc jockey Rick Stacy.

HELPING THE TROOPS OVERSEAS

The Phantoms are asking their fans to help gather items for Phantoms Care packages for our troops overseas. A collection bin will be set up on the concourse through Friday, April 4 to collect new and unopened items like disposable razors, toothbrushes, toothpaste, sunscreen, lip balm, tissues, shampoo/conditioner, baby wipes, hand lotion, feminine products, global calling cards, disposable cameras, stationary and journals, shoe polish kits, playing cards, puzzle books, eye drops, shower gel and sewing kits.

VOTE FOR FAN'S CHOICE AWARD

Log on to www.phantomshockey.com and click on the Fan's Choice Award link to place your vote for the 2002-03 player who best represents the Phantoms style of hockey. Balloting ends this Friday, April 4 at noon.

SEIDENBERG ON "INSIDE THE PHANTOMS"

The Philadelphia Phantoms, WNJC 1360-AM, and South Jersey Sports On-Line (www.SJSports.com) are proud to announce the "Inside the Phantoms" show. Hosted by David Unkle of The Topcat Sports Show, Inside the Phantoms airs twice a month and features a player interview, news on the team and ticket giveaways. The Topcat Sports Show airs Tuesdays from 4:30-6:00 p.m. on Philadelphia's Renaissance Radio Station, WNJC 1360-AM. The next interview will take place on Tuesday, April 1.

STEVENS ON "RUMBLE WITH THE PHANTOMS" THIS WEEK

Head coach John Stevens will be this week's guest on "Rumble with the Phantoms," which airs every Wednesday from 4:30-5:00 p.m. on WNJC (1360 AM). Hosted by Tom Shaw, the show features a player interview, news on the team and ticket giveaways every week.

FINAL CN8 BROADCAST SET FOR SATURDAY

CN8, the Comcast Network, will televise its final Phantoms game of the 2002-03 season this Saturday, April 5 at 7:00 p.m. in Hershey. The CN8 broadcast team features Tim Saunders, Orest Kindrachuk and Mick Moninghoff.

REGISTRATION ENDS FRIDAY TO WIN HARLEY DAVIDSON

Stop by the Harley Davidson motorcycle display on the concourse to register to win a Harley Davidson XLH883 Sportster. Registration ends this Friday, April 4 and the winner will be presented his/her new motorcycle on Fan Appreciation Night, Sunday, April 6.

LIVE BAND IN BULLIES EVERY FRIDAY

Stick around after every Friday home game to hear the Delaware Valley's best and brightest bands perform live inside Bullies Sports Bar & Restaurant. Sound Advice will be the featured entertainment this Friday, April 4.

STUDENT TICKETS JUST $8 ON WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS

College and high school students with valid student IDs can attend all Phantoms games on Wednesdays and Fridays this season for just $8.

TICKET INFORMATION

Ticket prices for Phantoms home games are $18, $17 and $13 for adults, and $8 for children 14 and under. The team also offers group rates, Game Plans, attractive premium area seating, birthday party and youth hockey packages, and the popular Family Value Pack. Please call the Phantoms sales office at 215-465-4522 for information, or log on to www.phantomshockey.com.



American Hockey League Stories from April 1, 2003


The opinions expressed in this release are those of the organization issuing it, and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts or opinions of OurSports Central or its staff.

OurSports Central