Jackals Close Successful November

November 29, 2010 - ECHL (ECHL)
Elmira Jackals News Release


The Elmira Jackals finished off November with an 8-3-2-0 record, taking 18 of a possible 26 points, one year after going 3-6-2-1 in the second month of the season.

The Jackals hold a four-point lead for first place in the Atlantic Division entering December and will play the second-place Reading Royals on Friday on the road before coming home to First Arena on Saturday at 7:35 p.m. for the first of nine meetings with the Kalamazoo Wings this season.

MCBRIDE, COULOMBE COME BACK, CONTRIBUTE

Brock McBride and Patrick Coulombe returned to the Jackals yesterday after stints in the AHL, with McBride scoring a goal and Coulombe contributing an assist in Elmira's game against Florida.

McBride has spent the last month with the Houston Aeros while Coulombe was loaned by the Jackals to their AHL affiliate, the Binghamton Senators, last Thursday.

In 14 games with Houston this season, McBride has three goals and three assists for six points. The second-year pro from Cornwall, Ontario began the season with the Jackals and has a six-game point streak with Elmira (2g-7a).

Coulombe has 13 points (4g-9a) in 15 games with the Jackals this season. The St. Fabien, Quebec native has skated in three games with the B-Sens in 2010-2011.

DETAILS OF 4 FOR $44 ANNOUNCED

The Jackals will hold their annual " 4 for $44" night, sponsored by WYDC-TV Big Fox, on Friday, Dec. 10 when they battle the Trenton Devils at First Arena.

For $44, fans will receive four tickets to that night's game, four hot dogs, four cans of soda, four chuck-a-pucks, four side kicks of ribs or shrimp at Texas Roadhouse, and four tanning sessions at Dark Tan. This package is valued at $130, but can be yours for just $44.

To purchase your 4 for $44 pack, call (607) 734-PUCK (7825) or visit the First Arena Box Office.

MEET THE JACKALS THIS WEDNESDAY AT RITA'S WATER ICE

Visit Rita's Water Ice at 2614 Corning Road in Horseheads this Wednesday from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. and get your favorite frozen treats served to you by one of the Jackals.

Jackals players, Blade, and Ice Guy will be serving "Jackals Ice," a special flavor available only for a limited time, along with custard, gelati and other delicious items to fans throughout the evening.

Fans purchasing any menu item from Rita's Water Ice on Wednesday night will be entered into a drawing to receive this season's 4 for $44 pack along with a Rita's Water Ice party pack.

This week is the final chance to enjoy Rita's Water Ice before they close for the season on Dec. 5.

For more information, call (607) 734-PUCK (7825) or call Rita's Water Ice at (607) 398-2150.

UPCOMING PROMOTIONS

Saturday, Dec. 4: DeMet's Turtle Toss

THE JACKALS WOULD LIKE TO THANK:

DeMet's Candy Company for their support of the Elmira Jackals and First Arena. Fans attending Saturday's game have a chance to grab free DeMet's Turtles during the DeMet's Turtle Toss in the intermissions. For more information about DeMet's, log onto demetscandy.com.



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