Flyers to Honor Armed Forces

Published on December 13, 2006 under NBA G League (G League)
Fort Worth Flyers News Release


FORT WORTH, Texas, December 13, 2006 - The Fort Worth Flyers will pay tribute to the armed forces as they host Bell Helicopter Armed Forces Bowl/Military Appreciation Night on Friday, December 15 as the team takes on the Tulsa 66ers at the Fort Worth Convention Center at 7 p.m.

"This night will be really special for us as it will give us an opportunity to recognize our men and women in uniform and thank them for all that they do to serve our country," said Flyers team president Ken Nicholson. "And, it is also gives us another chance to celebrate our partnership with the Bell Helicopter Armed Forces Bowl."

All fans can take advantage of a special joint ticket offer between the Flyers and the Armed Forces Bowl. For every Flyers ticket purchased to any 2006-07 home game until December 21, fans can receive 50 percent off of a Bell Helicopter Armed Forces Bowl ticket. The Armed Forces Bowl will be played on Saturday, December 23 at 7 p.m. at Amon G. Carter Stadium on the Texas Christian University campus in Fort Worth.

Doors to "The Hangar", as fans have dubbed the Flyer's home arena, will open at 6 p.m. A representative from the Air National Guard will sing the national anthem followed by a special performance of "God Bless America" by local artist Keith Olivier.

At halftime, fans can enjoy an encore performance by the basketball performance group Teams of Tomorrow (TOTS) unit from Stuard Elementary School in Aledo Independent School District. The youth, who also performed at halftime on the team's opening night on December 1, will dazzle the crowd with a demonstration of special basketball skills and techniques.

Fans will be entertained by performances by the FlyGirls, the official dance team of the Flyers powered by Digicom, in addition to Big Shot, the team's high-flying mascot. Kids can also enjoy free admission to the kids zone until the third quarter; the area includes interactive inflatables and various activities fun for kids of all ages.

Free parking is available in Sundance Square and throughout downtown Fort Worth. Individual game tickets prices begin at $10 and can be purchased online at ticketmaster.com or by calling (972) 647-5700.

Season ticket, flex book and group ticket packages are currently available. For ticket information, log on to fwflyers.com or call (817) 698-8333.

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