Devils Salute Armed Forces on April 3
Published on March 28, 2011 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Albany Devils News Release
ALBANY, N.Y. - The Albany Devils and their fans will celebrate the Armed Services on Sunday, April 3 during "Military Appreciation Night" at the Times Union Center when the team plays Binghamton at 4 p.m.. The event will honor the men and women who serve in the United States Military past and present. There are several different sponsorship levels for fans and businesses to host soldiers and veterans. Additionally, a special $12 ticket will be available at the TUC box office by showing a military identification.
Confirmed participating military branches include: Air National Guard, National Guard, Air Force, Army, Marines, Navy and 13 Veteran organizations.
South Pearl St., located in the front of the arena, will be shutdown to allow several military vehicles to be on display. Other activities for the evening are an official swearing in, free t-shirts, a chin-up challenge and video tributes.
Additionally, the Devils have partnered with Blue Star Mothers to collect items for "Freedom Boxes for the Troops." Fans are encourage to donate an array of items such as cookies, gum, playing cards, puzzle books, etc. These items will be combined into care packages and shipped abroad to service members. For more information on the Blue Star Mothers and "Freedom Boxes for the Troops" visit capitalregion2bsm.org.
There are six soldier/veteran sponsorship levels available and an additional six options available for season ticket holders. To be a sponsor, please call the Devils Executive Office at (518) 433-8457 or visit TheAlbanyDevils.com.
Sponsor Level What ¬â¢s Involved
Hat Trick
$5,000 - Sponsor 290 soldiers/veterans to the game
- Recognition on our high definition LED scoreboard with accompanying PA announcement
- Recognition Red Alert Program handout
- Will receive one concourse table for this game
- Receives the Albany Devils Suite for one game
Power Play
$3,000 - Sponsor 220 soldiers/veterans to the game
- Recognition on our high definition LED scoreboard with accompanying PA announcement
- Recognition Red Alert Program handout
- Will receive one concourse table for this game
- Receives five complimentary tickets to our Citizens Bank Club
Penalty Shot
$1,500 - Sponsor 110 soldiers/veterans to the game
- Recognition on our high definition LED scoreboard with accompanying PA announcement
- Recognition Red Alert Program handout
- Will receive one concourse table for this game
- Receives two complimentary tickets to our Citizens Bank Club
5-Hole
$600 - Sponsor 50 soldiers/veterans to the game
- Recognition on our high definition LED scoreboard with accompanying PA announcement
- Recognition Red Alert Program handout
- Will receive one concourse table for this game
- Receives two complimentary in-stands tickets
Playmaker
$300 - Sponsor 25 soldiers/veterans to the game
- Recognition on our high definition LED scoreboard with accompanying PA announcement
- Recognition Red Alert Program handout
- Receives two complimentary in-stands tickets
Empty Net
$150 - Sponsor 10 soldiers/veterans to the game
- Recognition Red Alert Program handout
- Receives two complimentary in-stands tickets
Season Ticket Holder Sponsor a Soldier/Veteran
Sponsor Level What ¬â¢s Involved
Hat Trick
$300 - Sponsor 25 soldiers/veterans to the game
- Recognition on our high definition LED scoreboard with accompanying PA announcement
- Receives five complimentary in-stands tickets to this game
Power Play
$240 - Sponsor 20 soldiers/veterans to the game
- Recognition on our high definition LED scoreboard with accompanying PA announcement
- Receives five complimentary in-stands tickets to this game
Penalty Shot
$180 - Sponsor 15 soldiers/veterans to the game
- Recognition on our high definition LED scoreboard with accompanying PA announcement
- Receives two complimentary in-stands tickets to this game
5-Hole
$120 - Sponsor 10 soldiers/veterans to the game
- Recognition on our high definition LED scoreboard with accompanying PA announcement
- Receives two complimentary in-stands tickets to this game
Playmaker
$60 - Sponsor 5 soldiers/veterans to the game
Empty Net
$24 - Sponsor 2 soldiers/veterans to the game
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