MLS Sporting Kansas City

Kansas City Wizards Weekly Update

Published on December 3, 2007 under Major League Soccer (MLS)
Sporting Kansas City News Release


Raybould to Participate in KC Magazine Charity Date Auction This Thursday

Ladies, don't miss out on a chance to bid for charity and win a date with Wizards defender Ryan Raybould. On Thursday, December 6, Ryan will be auctioned off as part of a charity singles event, with proceeds benefiting Big Brothers/Big Sisters. The doors open at 7 p.m. and the auction will begin at 8 p.m. The event, organized by KC Magazine at Uptown Theatre, will also feature many of Kansas City's other premiere bachelors and bachelorettes. Ryan's date package will include dinner for two at Kona Grill on the Country Club Plaza, a Wizards ticket package, an autographed Wizards ball and jersey, and a pedicure and facial provided by CJ's Hair Salon. In addition, Ryan's date includes an airplane ride over the Country Club Plaza Christmas lights, courtesy of KC Plaza Flights.

About KC Plaza Flights

If you've ever dreamed of seeing the Christmas lights that glitter and fill the skies over the Country Club Plaza http://www.countryclubplaza.com, there is no better way than from a cozy aircraft with your own private pilot. KC Plaza Flights is a centralized Plaza Flight reservation request system for the Kansas City area. Plaza Flights can be scheduled between 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. nightly, beginning the evening of the Plaza Lighting Ceremony (November 22, 2007) and the last flight will be the evening of January 13, 2008. Most folks rave about the beautiful view from the night's sky over the Country Club Plaza of Kansas City. When you arrive over the Plaza area you'll circle around it a few times, providing a fantastic view and experience for all onboard. With the growing popularity of Plaza Flights and the limited number of days and hours to provide them, it is highly recommended that you schedule a flight as soon as possible. For only $79 per person, you can enjoy a 30-minute holiday memory that will last forever. For more information, visit www.kcplazaflights.com or contact KC Plaza Flights directly at (913) 908.8485.

Buy Wizards Holiday Ticket Packages Today

This holiday season, give the gift of soccer to the sports fan in your family. The Kansas City Wizards will open 2008 with a new stadium and a new experience that is fun and entertaining for the entire family. Buy your favorite soccer fan tickets to five action-packed Wizards home games starting at just $99. Visit kcwizards.com now or call 913.387.3400 to speak with a Wizards rep about this limited-time offer.

Package includes:

Bleacher Seats: Home Opener, Season Finale, 3 Flex Games--Flex Games & seats can be chosen the week of February 25-29.

Each seat receives a branded Wizards Stadium Seat Back (includes branded stadium blanket & cup holder).

$99.00 per package-plus a service fee per order.

Can upgrade packages to 1/2 season or full packages, contact a Wizards representative for details.

2008 Season Tickets on Sale Now

The Kansas City Wizards will play 2008 home matches at CommunityAmerica Ballpark in Kansas City, Kansas. Deposits for 2008 season tickets are now being accepted. Call the Wizards at (913) 387-3400 or (877) 828-7222 to reserve your seats today.

The 2008 ticket-pricing chart is listed below:

Seating Category Walk-Up Season (18 Games)

Stadium Seat $ 25.00 $405.00

Bleacher $ 20.00 $324.00

Grass Berm (GA) $ 15.00 $150.00

Kansas City Wizards Items Featured in U.S. Soccer Foundation Auction

The United States Soccer Foundation, the charitable arm of soccer in the U.S., is holding a holiday auction through December 13 that includes three pieces of memorabilia featuring the Kansas City Wizards. Benefiting the David Vanole Memorial Fund, the auction includes a 2006 autographed team ball, an autographed 2007 Sierra Mist MLS All-Star Game Jersey featuring Wizards players Jimmy Conrad, Kevin Hartman and Eddie Johnson and a 2007 autographed Wizards jersey.

Visit the auction at www.ussoccerfoundation.com/auction.

Holiday Store at Ward Parkway Center Open Through January

The Kansas City Wizards have opened a holiday kiosk at Ward Parkway Center through Sunday, January 6. Merchandise (including the popular personalized Wizards jerseys), gift cards, ticket packages and other Wizards information will be available during regular shopping-center hours.

Fans are able to customize Wizards jerseys on site and buy gift cards redeemable at 2008 Wizards home games, for merchandise or tickets. Merchandise from other MLS clubs and special events such as the 2007 Sierra Mist All-Star Game will be available.

Contact the Wizards holiday store by phone at (816) 363-GOAL.

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