Danbury Whalers Weekly
November 25, 2014 - Federal Prospects Hockey League (FPHL)
Danbury Whalers News Release
The Danbury Whalers are climbing the standings and currently sit in 2nd place in the Federal Hockey League. Their most recent streak has the team winning 8 of the last 9 games.
This Friday, November 28st, the Danbury Whalers are home at the Danbury Ice Arena to take on the Steel City Warriors. Gametime is set for 7:35 PM.
It is the 5th straight year of HVCASA Black Friday. Fans will have a chance to go home with a ton of great prizes and gifts. There will be contests throughout the night and if you don't go home with something, you weren't really trying.
HVCASA is the Housatonic Valley Coalition Against Substance Abuse. HVCASA is a coalition of volunteers, citizens, and prevention professionals dedicated to developing and coordinating services that reduce the harmful effects of substance abuse and addiction on individuals, families, and children living and working in the twenty-two towns that comprise the Northwest corner of Connecticut.
For more information, check them out at www.hvcasa.org.
Be sure to eat at Two Steps Downtown Grille before the game. Try the Big Juicy Danbury Whalers Burger - It's fantastic.
Also before the game be sure stop down to the Penalty Box Lounge at the Danbury Ice Arena and check out The Cookhouse Pre-Game Show. While there get yourself a pulled pork sandwich from The Cookhouse. Voted CT's best BBQ 18 straight years.
After the game, stop by Two Steps Downtown Grille on Ives Street. Meet the players, coaches, and staff - they'll all be there.
Remember if you breakdown at the game, Federal Automotive Service & Towing is there to help with free roadside assistance.
Tickets are available by calling the Whalers office at 973-713-7547 or by logging onto the Whalers website at www.thedanburywhalers.com
After the game, stop by Billy Beans on White Street. Meet the players, coaches, and staff - they'll all be there.
Nick Niedert Re-Joins Whalers
Named Assistant Coach
The Danbury Whalers are proud to announce that Nick Niedert has re-joined the Danbury Whalers organization as an Assistant Coach. Niedert was on the bench Friday & Saturday night and joins fellow Assistant Coach, John Krupinsky serving under Whalers 4th year Head Coach / Director of Hockey Operations, Phil Esposito.
Nick Niedert - a Goaltender - was the 1st player signed in the history of the Danbury Whalers organization. He was in net on Opening Night on October 29, 2010 in the club's 1st ever game. Niedert's professional career started in the 2004 season for the Macon Trax in the Southern Professional Hockey League. The high point was when Nick reached the American Hockey League with a call-up for the Bridgeport Sound Tigers during the 2011-12 season.
On being named an Assistant Coach, Niedert commented, "Danbury has been my favorite city in my professional career. I've been here on the home side as a Whaler and as an opponent a few times. It's always an incredible atmosphere and the fans are always behind the home team and like to let the visitors know that...sometimes very creatively."
More from Niedert, "I'm happy to have this opportunity. I'm looking forward to working Phil & Johnny. We'll put a great team out on the ice and anywhere I can help out I am looking forward to doing it."
For further information on the Whalers, contact the team at 973-713-7547 or email to Herm Sorcher at hsorcher@thedanburywhalers.com .
Check out the Whalers online at www.thedanburywhalers.com
The Cookhouse Pre-Game Show - Friday
Reserve Your Seat
Hosted by Tommy Pecoraro
A reminder, book your space for the Danbury Whalers - Cookhouse Pre-Game Show, which takes place in the Penalty Box Lounge at the Danbury Ice Arena prior to the Whalers next home game on November 28th against the Steel City Warriors. The Pre-Game Show will run from 6:50 to 7:15 followed by the drop of the puck against Steel City at 7:35
The Coach's Show will be hosted by Tommy Pecoraro and will involve question and answer with Head Coach Phil Esposito and a preview of the night's game. Spac e is limited, so make sure to reserve your spot early! While reserving your spot, ask about pre-ordering food from The Cookhouse to enjoy during the show!
For reservations and more information, contact the Danbury Whalers at (973) 713-7547.
Stuff the Cannons
Whalers Fan Invasion of Berkshire - Dec 13th
Whalers fans - Get ready to invade the Berkshires.
On Saturday, December 13th, the Danbury Whalers travel to North Adams, Massachusetts to take on the Berkshire Battalion at the Peter W. Foote Veterans Memorial Skating Rink. Gametime is 7:35 PM.
The Whalers are organizing a fan trip to this game. As part of the package fans can also include an option to enjoy a pre-game meal the Freight Yard Pub, the Official Restaurant of the Berkshire Battalion.
Tickets can be purchased through the Danbury Whalers with the following two packages being offered:
Ticket with Cheeseburger & Fries @ The Freight Yard Pub - $21
Ticket to the game - $10
Transportation to the game is not provided. North Adams is a little over 100 miles from Fairfield County and is just north of Pittsfield, Massachusetts.
To purchase your ticket contact the Whalers at 973-713-7547.
Don't forget to wear your Green!!!
3rd Annual Scout Sleepover Saturday,December 6th
For the 3rd consecutive season the Danbury Whalers have put together an exciting promotion for members of the scouting world. On Saturday, December 6th, the Danbury Whalers will be holding a Scout Sleepover event at the Danbury Ice Arena, following the Whalers game against the Berkshire Battalion. Gametime is 7:35 PM.
Whether you're a seasoned camping veteran or participating for the first time, the Scout Sleepover event will be fun for the whole family.
The event breaks down as follows:
Scouts, Scout leaders, and their families can purchase tickets to the Whalers game
During the game, Scouts will be invited onto the ice to present the colors during the National Anthem
Following the game:
Scouts can set up their camp site/tent in the arena and lockerroom in the designated areas
There will be a schedule of activities throughout the night including:
Ice skating
An in arena scavenger hunt
Movies
All Scouts will receive a participation badge/patch which meets all BSA and GSUSA requirements
The following morning a light breakfast will be included
Cost for the event is $9 for Scouts and $14 for adults
The event is open to both Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts
Book Your Company Night
with the Danbury Whalers
Tickets & The Cookhouse
The Danbury Whalers have announced that they are now offering Employee / Customer Appreciation Night packages for the three upcoming games in December.
When the Whalers are home on December 6 (Saturday), 12 (Friday), & 19 (Friday) area businesses can put together a great package for their employees & customers as a way to say thank you for all their efforts throughout the year.
Packages start at $100 and includes 8 tickets and a catered pre-game buffet meal from The Cookhouse. This will feature some of The Cookhouse signature specialties including their Pulled Pork Sandwich and other items which have been voted Connecticut's Best BBQ 17 consecutive years.
Check it out - this could be the company holiday party everyone is talking about on Monday - Danbury Whalers games are a lot of fun for everyone - do it!!!
$100 in total for the Holidays - it's a great way to thank you.
Gametime for all of the events starts at 7:30 with the pre-game party starting at 6:45.
To reserve your spot for your employees, contact the Whalers office at 973-713-7547 or email to hsorcher@thedanburywhalers.com
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