Citizens Bank Named Title Sponsor for 2005 KiXX Kamps
Published on January 26, 2005 under Major Indoor Soccer League 2 (MISL 2)
Philadelphia KiXX News Release
Philadelphia, PA, January 26, 2005 â Philadelphia KiXX Executive Vice President/General Manager Greg Bibb announced today that the club has partnered with Citizens Bank for the third consecutive year to present the 2005 Citizens Bank Philadelphia KiXX Summer Soccer Kamps. The program, which opens in mid-June and runs through late August, is designed for boys and girls (ages four through 18) with approximately 35 locations offered throughout the Tri-State area.
"The KiXX are proud to join Citizens Bank and our family of corporate partners in presenting the 2005 Citizens Bank Philadelphia KiXX Summer Soccer Kamps," KiXX Executive Vice President and General Manager Greg Bibb stated. "After a highly successful 2004 camp season, we have expanded the number of sites throughout the Tri-State area to meet the increasing demand for our programs. We take great pride in the soccer curriculum that we offer for youth players of all ages and skill levels and we are excited about the prospect of visiting over 30 locations throughout the region."
Each site offers area children the opportunity to learn directly from the professionals, with an approximate 15:1 ratio of campers to instructors. KiXX player/coach Don D'Ambra serves as the overall program director, while player/assistant coach Kevin Sloan, all-star goalkeeper Peter Pappas and Philadelphia native Pat Morris serve as individual site directors. Other team members that will provide instruction at various locations include Shawn Boney, Adam Bruckner, Stuart Dobson, Chris Fehrle, Les Lunsford, Jeff Moore, Joel Shanker and Goran Vasic.
This summer, the KiXX offer five unique camps for players of all skill levels and ages, each operating Monday through Friday. Day Camps will operate from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and are designed for players of all skill-level, ages six through 14. Evening Camps will run from 5:00 to 8:00 pm and are also designed for all players, ages 6-14, with a focus on team training. The tot program is designed for the younger player, ages four to five years old, and is offered at all open day and open evening camp sites. Extended Day Camps are for dedicated players that are looking to gain an edge on the competition through advanced skills training and will operate from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. KiXX Keeper Kamps, operating each evening from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm, will provide aspiring netminders of all ages and skill levels specialized goalkeeper training from Peter Pappas.
Each participant receives professional instruction from members of the Philadelphia KiXX, an official camp t-shirt, official soccer ball and a voucher to the 2005-06 KiXX home opener. In addition, the club has added two new rewards for each camper enrolled in the program, a skills assessment from a KiXX player and a second free ticket to a 2005-06 KiXX home game. Citizens Bank has also added a valuable educational component for parents called "Citizens Bank Chalk Talk". Every Friday, coaches will explain the techniques, lessons and skills that were taught during the week so parents and children can practice them together. In addition, Citizens Bank has added special features to the camps, including an awards ceremony every Friday where one child will receive a Series EE $50 savings bond.
"We are proud to partner with the Philadelphia KiXX in sponsoring Summer Soccer Kamps," said Stephen D. Steinour, Chairman & CEO of Citizens Bank of Pennsylvania. "The Kamps are a great opportunity for children to have fun and learn from professionals. In addition, the KiXX is a community-oriented organization that shares our values."
Citizens Bank, with dual headquarters in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh is a $28 billion state-chartered bank. Citizens has more than 400 branches and more than 660 ATMs throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
The KiXX have also partnered with several other corporations for the 2005 Summer Kamp program, including Cherry Hill Nissan, Contrast Photography, EwingCole, Herr Foods Inc., Jake's Dog House, JAKO USA, LandAmerica, Rita's Water Ice, Taco Bell, Turkey Hill Dairy and Wachovia. The club previously announced that Turkey Hill Dairy has been named the title sponsor of the Turkey Hill Dairy World Cup Challenge and will present each location's winning teams with complimentary ice cream.
For more information or to obtain a 2005 Citizens Bank KiXX Summer Kamp brochure, complete with the site schedule, contact the club's Executive Office at 1-888-888-KiXX (5499) or register online at www.kixxonline.com.
The Philadelphia KiXX are a member of the Major Indoor Soccer League (MISL), a single-entity organization that features a coast-to-coast presence across the United States. The club is currently in the midst of its ninth season of play in 2004-05 at the Wachovia Spectrum located in Philadelphia, PA. The team also operates the Philadelphia KiXX Summer Kamp program, which is offered to boys and girls, ages four to 18, throughout the Tri-State area. For more information, please contact David Deal, KiXX Director of Communications, at (215) 952-5431 or via cell at (267) 688-4127. The Communications Department can also be reached via email at ddeal@kixxonline.com.
Listed below are confirmed dates and locations for a 2005 Citizens Bank Philadelphia KiXX Summer Kamp. More locations are being added daily, with the complete list and details available at www.kixxonline.com.
Camp Dates Site Curriculum/Hours of Operation
June 20-24 Henlopen SC (DE) Day (9:00 am â 1:00 pm)
June 20-24 Woodbury Heights (NJ) Day (9:00 am â 1:00 pm)
June 20-24 Palumbo Rec (PA) Day (9:00 am â 1:00 pm)
June 27-July 1 Greater Chester Valley SC (PA) Day (9:00 am â 1:00 pm)
July 11-15 Marlton SC (NJ) Day (9:00 am â 1:00 pm)
July 11-15 Cinnaminson SC (NJ) Day (9:00 am - 1:00 pm)
July 11-15 Penn Academy (PA) Evening (5:00 pm â 8:00 pm)
July 18-22 Tabernacle (NJ) Day (9:00 am â 1:00 pm)
July 18-22 West Chester United SC (PA) Day (9:00 am â 1:00 pm)
July 18-22 Burlington SC (NJ) Evening (5:00 pm â 8:00 pm)
July 25-29 Amity AC (PA) Day (9:00 am â 1:00 pm)
July 25-29 TBAA (NJ) Day (9:00 am â 1:00 pm)
July 25-29 Clayton SC (NJ) Evening (5:00 pm â 8:00 pm)
July 25-29 Parkwood (PA) Evening (5:00 pm â 8:00 pm)
August 1-5 Souderton (PA) Day (9:00 am â 1:00 pm)
August 1-5 Washington Township (NJ) Day (9:00 am â 1:00 pm)
August 1-5 Haddon Heights (NJ) Evening (5:00 pm â 8:00 pm)
August 15-19 Whitpain Township (PA) Day (9:00 am â 1:00 pm)
August 15-19 Gibbstown SC (NJ) Evening (5:00 pm - 8:00 pm)
August 22-26 Torresdale Boys Club (PA) Day (9:00 am - 1:00 pm)
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