Generals And Icehawks Meet In Second Place Showdown Tonight

Published on December 1, 2007 under International Hockey League 2 (IHL 2)
Flint Generals News Release


FLINT, MI - Perani Arena and Event Center will be the site tonight (Saturday) of a great showdown in the International Hockey League as the Flint Generals host the Port Huron Icehawks at 7:30 pm.

The Generals and the Icehawks are tied for second place in the IHL each with 20 points. If the Generals win this evening and get some help they could move back into first place.

It's the fifth meeting of the season between the two teams and it's been largely dominated by the home team even though the Generals have gathered points in every game. The Generals have won both games at Perani Arena, and lost both games in a shootout at McMorran Arena.

This game also features among the top point getters in the IHL. Jordan Fox leads the league in points with 20 but is closely followed behind by Icehawks' outstanding rookie Jamie Carroll and veteran forward Brian Felsner. The contest also features a good goaltending match-up feature the tandem of Chad Alban and Eric Marvin against Marty Magers and newly signed Larry Sterling.

The Generals dropped a 3-2 decision in a shootout last night to the Kalamazoo Wings on home ice. Jordan Fox and Jason Cirone scored for the Generals, while Eric Marvin took the loss in goal. The Icehawks netted a 2-1 overtime win in Fort Wayne last night. Joe Markuson who has recently returned top the line-up from injury scored in the extra session.

There will be a post game skate for the fans with Flint Generals players' tonight immediately after the game. This is an excellent opportunity for fans to get autographs of their favorite Generals' players.

Tickets for the game are available at The Ticketmaster Box Office or by calling 744-0580. Group tickets for 15 or more can be purchased by calling the Generals Corporate Office at 742-9422.

Fans unable to attend the game can tune into all of the action on Unforgettable 1470 WFNT beginning with The Generals Pre-Game Report Protected by Teachout Security at 7:10 pm. The play-by-play follows at 7:30 pm with Denis J. Puska, the new voice of the Generals.

The broadcast is also available on line at www.flintgenerals.com and video coverage is provided by the B2 Networks and a high speed internet connection is required in order to view the game.

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