AHL Utah Grizzlies

Grizzlies See Paid Attendance Grow During 2003-04 Season

Published on April 20, 2004 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Utah Grizzlies News Release


WEST VALLEY CITY, UTAH - Utah Grizzlies Executive Vice-President Jerry McBurney announced today that the Grizzlies 2003-04 paid attendance totals were the highest since the 2000-01 season increasing by close to 200 fans per game compared to last season.

*We would like to thank all of our fans who came out to support the Grizzlies during this past season,* said McBurney. *Even though it was a down year on the ice, Utahans showed a tremendous amount of loyalty to the Grizzlies. We truly appreciate that.*

The total paid attendance increased by over 7,000 fans from the 2002-03 season and was close to 20,000 fans higher than the 2001-02 season.

The Grizzlies drew more than 225,000 fans this past season finishing 10th in the 28-team American Hockey League with an average of 5,672 fans.

*We feel we have the best fans in the AHL,* said McBurney. *Finishing in the top 10 in league attendance shows that Utah has a tremendous hockey base. We pledge to continue to provide unparalleled entertainment value and to do everything possible to hoist the Calder Cup for our fans in the near future.*

Season tickets are currently on sale for the 2004-05 season with the regular season slated to begin in October. The Grizzlies will be playing in their 11th season as a franchise and their 10th season in Utah. For more information call (801) 988-8000.

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