High-Flying Red Claws Feeling Lucky for Opening Weekend
Published on November 17, 2011 under NBA G League (G League)
Maine Celtics News Release
PORTLAND, ME - The Maine Red Claws, presented by Quirk Chevrolet, today announced that their two home opener weekend games will feature some entertainment acts well-known to NBA fans. For the home opener on Saturday, December 3, the Skyriders! will perform a special halftime act in their first performance in Maine. The Skyriders!, one of the top trampoline acts in the country for over 15 years and featuring Guinness World Record holders and international trampoline champions, have entertained millions of people all around the world and have performed for every NBA team. The Red Claws will host arch rival Springfield in the 7 PM contest, and all fans in attendance will receive a 2011-12 Red Claws magnetic schedule, courtesy of Norway Savings Bank.
On Sunday, December 4, the Red Claws will welcome popular Boston Celtics mascot Lucky to Maine. The irrepressible leprechaun will join Red Claws mascot Crusher in entertaining the crowd. The December 4 game vs. the Fort Wayne Mad Ants, which is presented by Hannaford Supermarkets, will also feature a food drive to benefit the Good Shepherd Food Bank. All fans bringing a canned good or other nonperishable food item will be entered to win great Red Claws prizes. Tip off for the Sunday contest is at 5 PM.
GREAT SEATS AVAILABLE FOR 24 RED CLAWS GAMES: The Red Claws will play 24 home games at the Portland Expo this season, and individual ticket prices will be available at for $6, $10, $15, $20 and $30. Of the 24 home games, 23 will be weekend contests with 12 falling on Sundays and featuring early start times to encourage families with young children to attend. Maine fans will have the opportunity to see 12 of the Red Claws' 15 NBA D-League opponents. Making their way to Maine this season will be: Springfield Armor, Iowa Energy, Fort Wayne Mad Ants, Erie BayHawks, Rio Grande Valley Vipers, Idaho Stampede, Reno Bighorns, Dakota Wizards, Texas Legends, Austin Toros, Bakersfield Jam, and Tulsa 66ers. Tickets may be purchased by calling (207) 210-6655 or online at www.MaineRedClaws.com. Tickets may also be purchased in person at the Red Claws offices located at 413 Congress Street in Portland and open Monday-Friday 8:30 AM - 6 PM and Saturdays 10 AM - 3 PM.
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