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Destroyers present Dynamite Night Friday, March 10

March 1, 2006 - Arena Football League (1987-2008) (AFL I)
Columbus Destroyers News Release


COLUMBUS, Ohio - The Columbus Destroyers and Pepsi present "Dynamite Night," a nod to the cult comedy classic Napoleon Dynamite, when the Destroyers take on the Georgia Force at Nationwide Arena on Friday, March 10 at 7 p.m.

The movie-themed evening includes a pre-game autograph session beginning at 6 p.m. with actor Jon Gries who played Napoleon's meddling Uncle Rico, the failed football star who refuses to give up his dream of getting back in the game. Gries will also be on hand to judge the halftime contest in which three previously selected finalists will do their best to recreate Napoleon's memorable dance sequence from the movie. The evening concludes with a post-game screening of Napoleon Dynamite at the Arena Grand Theatre open to all fans who present their game tickets.

The specially priced "Dynamite Night" ticket package starts at $19 and includes one game ticket, early entry at 5:30 p.m. for the pre-game autograph session with "Uncle Rico" and a "Vote 4 Pedro" t-shirt (while supplies last). To order, visit www.ColumbusDestroyers.com or call (614) 246-HITS. Please note that the previously advertised appearance of actor Efren Ramirez who played Pedro in Napoleon Dynamite has been cancelled due to scheduling conflict as Ramirez is currently shooting a new movie with Ashton Kutcher and Jessica Simpson.

Other promotions scheduled for the remaining home games include the following:

Saturday, Mar. 18 at 7 p.m. (Philadelphia Soul) - PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL NIGHT & YOUTH FOOTBALL CLINIC

During this ultimate celebration of football from Pop Warner to the NFL, fans are encouraged to wear their favorite team gear. As an added bonus, former OSU linebackers Bobby Carpenter and Anthony Schlagel will meet fans in a pre-game autograph session and former Cincinnati Bengals star running back, Ickey Woods, will participate in halftime activities. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Young fans (ages 7-14) are invited to register for an afternoon football clinic conducted by Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver and former OSU standout Joey Galloway along with Bobby Carpenter and Anthony Schlagel. For more information on the clinic, visit www.ColumbusDestroyers.com for an online registration form or call (614) 246-HITS.

Sunday, Apr. 9 at 3 p.m. (Orlando Predators) - ZOOPERSTARS CHARACTER NIGHT & DISPATCH/MIX 97.1 FAMILY GAME

These hilarious characters dance, flip, bounce, shake, and just plain entertain.

Friday, Apr. 14 at 7 p.m. (New York Dragons) - 15 MINUTES OF FAME presented by Mountain Dew

One fan with the best "15 minutes of fame" story will be honored with a promotional night in his/her name.

Saturday, May 6 at 7 p.m. (Tampa Bay Storm) - ROOSTER'S WING BASH & DISPATCH/MIX 97.1 FAMILY GAME

Rooster's presents a pre-game party featuring Rooster's wings and Bud Light on the McConnell Street Plaza for the final regular-season game.

Fans are invited to visit The Blue Jackets Bistro before, during and after every home game for great food and drink specials. The Bistro, located outside section 118, opens two hours before kickoff and features Rooster's wings along with beer specials from Anheuser Busch.

Single game tickets starting as low as $10 are on sale now and pro-rated season tickets also available by calling (614) 246-HITS or by visiting www.ColumbusDestroyers.com. In addition, high school and college students (23 years and under) with a valid student ID may purchase a specially priced $7 ticket beginning two hours before each home game at the Nationwide Arena Ticket Office only.

Individual tickets may also be purchased at the Nationwide Arena Ticket Office, at all Ticketmaster Ticket Centers, or by phone at (614) 431-3600. Tickets are also available at the Blue Jackets Zones located at Chiller Dublin, Chiller Easton and Chiller North. All tickets are subject to service charges and facility fees.

Entering its fourth season, NBC will continue its coverage of the AFL on Sundays throughout the season. Be sure to watch the AFL on NBC. Check local listings for complete details.



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