Ice Update
April 16, 2009 - Indoor Football League (IFL)
Colorado Crush News Release
ICE Home Game vs. Fairbanks Grizzlies Saturday, April 18th, 2009 at 7:00pm Budweiser Events Center The Colorado ICE (1-2) face the Fairbanks Grizzlies (2-1) this Saturday, April 18th at 7 p.m. at the Budweiser Events Center. The winner of this IFL Pacific inter-division matchup will take over 2nd place in the division behind Billings. This is the first of two meetings against the Grizzlies and the first ICE home game against a former Intense Football League team. The teams that played in the Intense Football League last year are known for their passing and Fairbanks is no exception. The Grizzlies are coming off a loss against the Billings Outlaws, after winning their first two games against the Alaska Wild and the Maryland Maniacs. The ICE secured a compelling victory at home this last Saturday, April 11th against a very talented Bloomington Extreme team with a 44-26 final score.
ICE RB Terry Washington IFL's Leading Rusher!!
Standout ICE RB Terry Washington currently leads the Indoor Football League in rushing yards. Washington gained 72 of the ICE's 81 total rushing yards during the ICE's last game, April 11th, against the Bloomington Extreme. Come see why several NFL scouts have Terry on their watch list. Way to go Terry!
Game Program/Team Rosters/Game Preview - Only $2
For every home game, did you know that the Colorado ICE print a UNIQUE game program? It features weekly updates of ICE players, player pictures & biographies, visiting team roster and team information, ICE featured player of the week, updated league standings and scores, and action photos from the previous home game. All for only $2! A portion of the proceeds are donated to local youth sports groups...look for the groups selling the game programs at the top of the stairs on the main concourse as you enter the arena.
"Go Green!" Support our CSU Players this Saturday
The Colorado ICE's game theme this Saturday, April 18th is "Go Green," in supporting one of our local schools, Colorado State University. Come see former CSU players QB Justin Holland, WR George Hill, DBJoey Rucks, DB Travis Garcia, LB John Clark, OL Brandon Alconcel, and OL Dane Stratton. All CSU students with valid student IDs will receive discounted tickets of only$10 with free parking.
ICE Players Featured Weekly on Big Country 97.9 FM
We have stars both on and off the field! Standout offensive lineman #79 Mason "Big Country" Barrett is in the studio live EVERY Thursday at 8:00 am on the 97.9 FM Scott and Sadie Morning Show. Mason has developed quite a following...we hope he does not bolt for Hollywood before the playoffs begin. Also, starting this week, ICE QB Justin Holland will be featured on Friday's morning show at 8:00 am on 97.9 FM. During both shows, listeners have a chance to win free ICE tickets, so tune in and check it out!
Coaches Show Live Every Wednesday at Nordy's BBQ!!
Come join us every Wednesday from 5-6 p.m. at Nordys BBQ, just south of the Budweiser Events Center at 4360 St. Cloud Drive, for the LIVE coaches show on Northern Colorado's ESPN affiliate KJMP AM 870. Come meet head coach Collins Sanders, ICE players, special guests, and enjoy Nordy's Happy Hour food and drinks specials.
ICE Merchandise on Sale at all Home Games
Be sure to check out the great selection of ICE T-shirts, Hoodies, Polos, Hats and other ICE collectables at the ICE merchandise stand during all home games at the Budweiser Events Center. Plus, a limited number of new 2009 Colorado ICE IFL game balls will be for sale at each game. Get yours before they are gone!
Live Broadcast for all ICE Games
All ICE games (both home and road games) can be seen via live video broadcast on the Internet at B2 network (B2tv.com). Radio for all games is broadcast live on Northern Colorado's ESPN affiliate KJMP AM 870. Do not miss a single second of the ICE's action-packed 2009 season!
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