OHL Erie Otters

Jeanneret to Join AHL Pirates

Published on August 12, 2009 under Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Erie Otters News Release


The Erie Otters of the Ontario Hockey League announced today that Mark Jeanneret, Director of Media Relations and Play-by-Play Announcer, has accepted a similar position with the Portland Pirates of the American Hockey League. "This was a very difficult decision," Jeanneret said. "While I am extremely excited about my new position with the Pirates and the challenges it presents at this point in my career, leaving Erie won't be easy. "I am grateful for the opportunities and challenges that I experienced during my time as a member of the Otters and I will also always appreciate the friends and fans that have made my time in Erie so memorable." Jeanneret was with the Otters organization for a total of 12 seasons.

The Niagara Falls, Ontario native broadcast more than 800 regular season and playoff games on radio and television for the Otters, including the Otters run to the 2002 OHL Championship and Memorial Cup appearance. In addition to his play-by-play responsibilities, Jeanneret also managed all team communications, advertising and marketing initiatives. "On behalf of the entire Erie Otters organization, we'd like to thank Mark for all of his hard work, dedication, and loyalty over the years," said Otters Assistant General Manager, Administration E. Shawn Waskiewicz. "We wish him well in his newest endeavor." Prior to joining the Otters, Jeanneret was the radio host and producer for the NHL's Buffalo Sabres handling pre-game, intermissions and post-game on all radio broadcasts.

Don't miss your first chance to see the 2009-10 Otters in action on Saturday, August 29th when the Niagara IceDogs visit the Tullio Arena for a pre-season game at 5 p.m. Tickets for the game for any seating area are $8 for adults and $5 for children (12 and under) and go on sale this Monday (August 17th) at all Erie area Ticketmaster locations, on-line at www.ottershockey.com or by visiting the Erie Civic Center Box Office.

2009-10 Season Tickets are available at the same price as last season. Reserve your seat for all 34 Otters home games and receive a number of outstanding Season Ticket Holder Benefits including personalized Season Ticket Books, free tickets to Otters pre-season games played at the Tullio Arena, unused ticket redemption opportunities, merchandise discounts and more! The seventh annual Erie Otters Champions for Education Golf Tournament presented by UPMC Health Plan will be held Monday, August 24th at Whispering Woods Golf Club. The noon shotgun tournament offers golfers an opportunity to play a round with a member of the Otters (current or alumni) on one of Erie's most challenging and picturesque 18-hole courses. The benefactor of the Tournament is the Erie Otters Education Fund, which supports The Brad Boyes Scholarship, awarded annually to a local male high school athlete who excels on and off the playing field.

The Fund also assists in the educational needs of former members of the Otters following their OHL careers and numerous local charities. Registration for the tourney is $150 per player and includes golf with cart, lunch, snacks and beverages on the course, dinner following golf, prizes and much, much more. Space is limited so register today by calling the Otters Office at 814-455-7779.

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