Jackals Block Party Welcomes In 2009-2010 Season
Published on October 14, 2009 under ECHL (ECHL)
Elmira Jackals News Release
The Elmira Jackals kick off their 2009-2010 season on Friday, October 16 with the Elmira Jackals Block Party, which begins at 5 PM outside First Arena.
As the Jackals celebrate their tenth season, one of the main events at the Block Party will be the "Ten Years in the Twin Tiers" commemorative photo giveaway, serving as the beginning of a year-long celebration for the team's decade in Elmira.
The 2009-2010 Jackals players will enter in style, arriving in limousines provided by Silk Limousine and walking into First Arena on a red carpet, giving fans an up-close view of the Jackals immediately before the drop of the puck.
"We are excited to start our tenth season of Jackals hockey Friday night. Our great fans will get to see the players firsthand as they arrive by limousine," Elmira Jackals General Manager Robbie S. Nichols said.
JACKALS ANNOUNCE OPENING NIGHT ROSTER
The Elmira Jackals announced their opening night roster as they approach the 2009-2010 season.
Forwards (12): Brendan Connolly, Justin Donati, Tyler Donati, Chanse Fitzpatrick, Brett Gallant, Maxime Gratchev, Chaz Johnson, Chris Korchinski, Matt Lowry, Olivier Proulx, Brandon Svendsen, Colton Yellow Horn.
Defensemen (7): Wes Cunningham, Jean-Francois David, Travis Gawryletz, Guillaume Lepine, Mat Robinson, Brennan Turner, Ben Wright.
Goaltenders (2): Chris Holt, Michael-Lee Teslak.
The puck drops at 7:35 PM in the opener against Cincinnati. Tickets are still available, but are going fast! To order, call 607-734-PUCK (7825), log onto Ticketmaster.com, or visit the First Arena Box Office.
The Elmira Jackals: Ten Years in the Twin Tiers
UPCOMING EVENTS AT FIRST ARENA:
JACKALS HOME OPENER
Jackals vs. Cincinnati, Friday, October 16, 2009
Game time: 7:35 PM
CIRQUE D'OR
Saturday, October 17, 2009
Showtime: 7:30 PM
JACKALS HOCKEY
Jackals vs. Johnstown, Friday, October 23, 2009
Game time: 7:35 PM
LAMB OF GOD with GWAR
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Showtime: 7:00 PM
WILLIE NELSON
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Showtime: 7:30 PM
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