Fargo Force Home Tonight, Saturday and Sunday
February 6, 2009 - United States Hockey League (USHL)
Fargo Force News Release
Friday, February 6th
Fargo Force vs. Green Bay Gamblers at 7:05
Game Preview: The Fargo Force face off against the Green Bay Gamblers tonight at 7:05 pm for the first of a 2-game weekend series at the UPC. The Gamblers are currently in first place in the East Division battling with Cedar Rapids who is just 1 point behind. The Force currently sit in third place in the West Division, 4 points ahead of Sioux Falls. Michael Forney, a University of North Dakota recruit, sits at the top of the leaderboard for the Gamblers with 37 points (15g, 22a), while Matt Leitner remains Fargo's top scorer with 29 points (8g, 21a).
Promotion: Come to the game in your best mullet and get in for just $11. Slap Shot's very own Hanson brother Steve Carlson will be the special guest for the night signing autographs at the game! Enjoy lunch with Steve TODAY at the south side Buffalo Wild Wings at Noon.
Game Sponsor: Dakota Magic Casino will be giving 3 prize packages away at the game. One will be awarded to the fan with the BEST MULLET!
Tonight's game is also Law Enforcement night, so come and show your appreciation for our local FM Law Enforcement. Show your Law Enforcement ID at the box office and get in for $11.
Player Spotlight: #30 Mike Lee
Mike will be featured in the game roster and will also sign autographs after the game.
Media Sponsor: Q98
Game Sponsor: Dakota Magic Casino
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Saturday, February 7th
Fargo Force VS Green Bay Gamblers at 7:05
Game Preview: Fargo and Green Bay face off for the second of a 2-game weekend series Saturday night at 7:05 pm.
Promotion: It is Military Appreciation Night at the Urban Plains Center. Get into the game for just $11 upon presenting your military ID at the box office.
The first 500 ladies will receive one free tan from Suntana!
Player Spotlight: #26 Josh Birkholz
Josh will be featured in the game roster and will also sign autographs after the game.
Media Sponsor: MOJO
Game Sponsor: Army
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Sunday, February 8th
Fargo Force VS Lincoln Stars at 4:05
Game Preview: The Fargo Force and Lincoln Stars match up for the fifth time this season and for the second time at home in Fargo. Lincoln leads the West Division. The record between these two teams is currently 0-4-0 with Fargo losing all 4 matchups against the Stars. In the last contest, Lincoln led Fargo on a score of 4-1 with just under 2 minutes left in the game when the Force brought the score within 1 on goals from Corey Leivermann and Andy Taranto 36 seconds apart. Lincoln was able to hold off Fargo for the win.
Theme: Celebration of Hockey
Promotion: Kids with hockey jerseys get in for $6 Adults with jerseys get in for $11. Skate with the Fargo Force following the game.Our very own Kid Bobble has invited his fellow mascot friends to the game to share in the celebration.
Player Spotlight: #9 Nate Condon
Nate will be featured in the game roster and will also sign autographs after the game.
Media Sponsor: Fox 107.9
Upcoming Force Games: On the Road
FARGO FORCE VS. SIOUX FALLS STAMPEDE
Friday, February 13
in Sioux Falls @ 7:05 PM
Fargo travels to Sioux Falls to take on the Stampede next Friday night at 7:05 pm. The Force and Stampede will meet for the 7th time this season with 1 more game left between the two teams for the regular season. The season series stands at 3-3-0 with the last matchup ending in a loss for Fargo 1-3. Watch the game live on B2 by clicking here or tune into 740 The Fan, your home for Fargo Force hockey!
FARGO FORCE VS. OMAHA LANCERS
Sunday, February 15
in Omaha @ 4:05 PM
Fargo makes the trip from Sioux Falls to Omaha to face off against the Lancers next Sunday. The Force and Lancers met just last weekend in a 2-game series at home and split with 1 win a piece. Mike Lee was solid in net for the Force earning his first shut-out of the season. The season series between these two teams stands at 2-3-0. Watch the game live on B2 by clicking here or tune into 740 The Fan, your home to Fargo Force hockey.
United States Hockey League Stories from February 6, 2009
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- Doubled Up - Waterloo Black Hawks
- Bucs Win â Carzo Leads Team to 8-4 Victory Against Waterloo - Des Moines Buccaneers
- Fargo Force Home Tonight, Saturday and Sunday - Fargo Force
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