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Dayton Gems Gameday - Gems Return Home to Host Mallards Tonight at Hara

December 31, 2011 - Central Hockey League (CHL)
Dayton Gems News Release


Dayton, OH - The Dayton Gems return home to the comfy confines of the historic Hara Arena for their 2011 finale against the Quad City Mallards.

The Gems (11-13-5) saw their winless streak drop to four with a tough 6-1 loss at the hands of the Mallards inside the iWireless Center in Moline, Illinois on Friday night. Both teams conclude the home and home series tonight in Dayton.

Gameday In Dayton

Dayton's second annual "Biggest Family New Year's Eve Party" begins at 6pm when the gates open to fans inside the historic Hara Arena.

The first 500 fans tonight will receive a limited edition Gems cowbell to ring in the new year while the Gems battle the Mallards on Cassano's Italian Ice starting at 7pm. Fans can purchase special "Buffalo Wild Wings Party Packs" in advance of the game, which includes tickets to Saturday night's game and a 50 wing party at Buffalo Wild Wings for just $50

Dayton Gems Game Notes

Christmas Made Possible - Gems players and staff surprised three needing families in the area with a "Gems Christmas" including tree, decorations, presents and dinner supplies. This was the second straight year the Gems have made Christmas possible for those in need.

Skidmarks - With their 6-1 loss on Friday night, the Gems have tied their season high winless streak at 4, having won their last game on December 22 at home against the Texas Brahmas in a shootout.

Dynamic Duo - Both Damian Surma (35 points) and Brett Lutes (34 points) sit near the top of the CHL's scoring leader board, while Surma is tied with Quad City's Brandon Marino for CHL top spot in goals with 17 in his 29 games played.

Powerplay Master - Dayton's Brandon Naurato continues to lead the CHL in powerplay goals with 8 in his 27 games this season.

Our All-Star - Dayton's Brett Lutes has been selected to the CHL's All Star Team as an alternate, and will represent the Gem City at the CHL All Star Game set for Wednesday, January 11 in Prescott Valley, Arizona.

Tune Into Tonight's Games

Catch all the action live onwave96.net and CHL TV starting at 7:00pm (eastern) with Gems broadcasters Tom Michaels and Kevin O'Boyle handling the call. Fans can also tune into the Internet radio broadcast anywhere in the world with Internet connection and on the go through their smartphone.

Tickets Are Still Available For Saturday Night

The Gems return home to Cassano's Italian Ice inside Hara Arena when they host the Quad City Mallards on Saturday night at 7pm. Saturday's game is "Dayton's Biggest Family New Year's Eve Party" and the first 500 fans through the gates beginning at 6pm will receive a Gems cowbell to ring in the new year in a safe and family friendly environment.

Game Tickets are on sale now at the Hara Arena box office and all Ticketmaster outlets. Call the Gems ticket office at 275-7777 for more information and to order by phone.

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