Cyclones Weekly
Published on November 3, 2005 under SPHL (SPHL)
Twin City Cyclones News Release
Cyclones Announce Home Game Time Changes!
Starting with the Pee Dee Cyclones home games at the Florence Civic Center on Friday & Saturday, November 11th & 12th, all Cyclones home games will now start at 7:35PM. "Due to popular demand, we are moving all home games to 7:35PM", said Cyclones President Dr. Richard Hoodenpyle. "We have heard from our fans that they want to be able to enjoy our total game entertainment package and many have requested the later game starting time so they can get home from work, pick up their families, and get to the Florence Civic Center in plenty of time to enjoy the start of the game."
The Pee Dee Cyclones begin their third week of play in the Southern Professional Hockey League with two road games this week. The Cyclones return home on Friday & Saturday, November 11th & 12th.
Current Records & Stats
Last Week: 3 wins 0 losses, 6 points
Overall Record: 3 wins 2 losses, 6 points (Tied for 2nd place)
Recent player transactions
11/1: Brett Cross / Forward signed to five game tryout
11/3: Martin Viazanica /. Defenseman recalled to Columbia Inferno of ECHL. Viazanica is expected to re-join the Cyclones in Florida in time for Sunday night's game against the Seals.
Upcoming games & promotions:
Saturday, November 5th: Cyclones @ Jacksonville Barracudas (7:05PM). Follow the action at www.pointstreak.com. The Cyclones lead the season series 1-0.
Sunday, November 6th: Cyclones @ Florida Seals (Kissimmee, Florida) (6:05PM). Follow the action at www.pointstreak.com. The Cyclones lead the season series 1-0.
Friday, November 11th: Cyclones vs. Columbus Cottonmouths @ Florence Civic Center (7:35PM)
The first meeting of the year against the defending SPHL Champion Cottonmouths. Columbus is coached by former ECHL enforcer Jerome "Boom Boom" Bechard. The game will feature a pre-game indoor fireworks show.
Saturday, November 12th: Cyclones vs. Knoxville Ice Bears @ Florence Civic Center (7:35PM)
The first 2500 in attendance will receive Cyclones Team Photos. It is also Harley-Davidson Night sponsored by Doug's Harley-Davidson. Harley-Davidson bikes will be on display. It will also be Manna House Food Drive Night. Fans are asked to bring cans of non-perishable food to the game to support the Manna House.
Cyclones Player Notes:
Forward Shaun Aebig leads the Cyclones in scoring with 3 goals and 5 assists for 8 points in only three games played. Trevor Karasiewicz is second in scoring with 3 goals and 3 assists for 6 points in five games.
Shaun Aebig was named runner-up as the SPHL Sher-wood Hockey "Player of the Week" for his eight point performance. Ironically, the Fayetteville FireAntz Goaltender, Jomar Cruz, was named the SPHL "Player of the Week" for his alleged fine performance although he gave up two goals to Aebig last Saturday night as the FireAntz lost to the Cyclones 4-3 in shootout.
Cyclones in the Community
During last Saturday night's game against Fayetteville, at the Florence Civic Center, Cyclones Team President, Dr. Richard Hoodenpyle, presented a check for $6270.00 to the Pee Dee Chapter of the American Red Cross. Debra Suggs from the Red Cross was on hand for the presentation. The amount represented $10.00 for every Cyclones season ticket.
Join Cyclones Head Coach Mark Richards and selected players every Tuesday night at 7:30PM at the Phoenix Bar & Grill in the Thunderbird Hotel on Highway 52 and I-95 for the Cyclones Radio Show on 100.1 FM "The Fan" as a part of the weekly "Press Box PM" radio program with host Emerson "E-Daddy" Phillips.
Cyclones Practice Schedule:
The Cyclones practice most days at the Florence Civic Center except when the team is on the road. Call the Cyclones at 843-432-1234 for additional information.
Cyclones Tickets Notes:
* Cyclones season tickets are still on sale at the Pee Dee Cyclones office located inside the Florence Civic Center on the lower level of the building. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 9AM to 5:30PM.
* Cyclones group tickets are on sale for every Cyclones home game at the Florence Civic Center. Please call 843-432-1234 for additional information.
The Pee Dee Cyclones website is www.peedeecyclones.com.
SPHL Stories from November 3, 2005
- Seals come from behind to win - Florida Seals
- Barracudas sign Bret Peppler - Jacksonville Barracudas
- Cyclones Weekly - Twin City Cyclones
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