
Darren Parker Trades Baseball Mitt for Hockey
March 30, 2011 - ECHL (ECHL)
Victoria Salmon Kings News Release
Victoria, BC - RG Sports and Entertainment is pleased to announce the appointment of well-known sports marketing executive Darren Parker as Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing for the Victoria Salmon Kings and the Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre.
Parker made an immediate impact on the Victoria business scene in October 2008 when he announced that he would be bringing an expansion professional baseball franchise to the city as part of the Golden Baseball League. At the conclusion of Victoria's first full season of professional baseball in 25 years, the Seals had finished second in the GBL in attendance. In recognition of his efforts and vision, Parker was named the 2009 Golden Baseball League's "Executive of the Year."
"Darren's extensive background in marketing will help us continue to grow and create the premier sports and entertainment experiences in Victoria and on Vancouver Island," said Dave Dakers, President of RG Sports and Entertainment and President of the Victoria Salmon Kings.
Parker has sports in his blood, a member of a sporting family that has owned and operated a number of professional franchises including the Calgary Cannons, Kelowna Spartans, Kansas City Blades and the Regina Pats. He was also a key member of the Calgary Cannons AAA baseball club's management team, responsible for overseeing marketing, promotions and community relations efforts.
"I am excited to join a great sports organization with a focus on making the Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre 'The Place to Be' in Victoria," said Parker.
Darren and his wife, Angie, live in the West Shore with their two daughters, Skyler and Riley.
The final home series of the 2010-11 regular season begins tonight against the Alaska Aces at 7:05. On Friday April 1st the Salmon Kings are hosting Fan Appreciation Night where end section tickets are available for just $5! Visit For tickets call 250-220-7777 or visit www.selectyourtickets.com.
Tickets for the first two home dates in the opening round of the 2011 Kelly Cup Playoffs are on sale now! Fans can purchase playoff tickets in person at the Select Your Tickets Box Office, online at www.selectyourtickets.com, or by phone at 250-220-7777. Victoria's playoff opponent is yet to be determined, with the full first round scheduled to be announced at a later date. Purchased tickets will be available for pickup once all playoff details are confirmed. The Western Conference quarterfinals series is a 2-3 format with the higher seed choosing the first two or final three games at home.
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