Knoxville Icebears: Word from the Den
February 19, 2009 - SPHL (SPHL)
Knoxville Ice Bears News Release
Latest Results - Friday, February 6 vs. Huntsville W (6-4)
- Saturday, February 7 at Columbus L (4-5)
- Sunday, February 8 vs. Columbus W (4-3)
- Tuesday, February 10 at Fayetteville W (4-2)
- Thursday, February 12 at Huntsville L (4-2)
- Friday, February 13 at Richmond OTL (3-4)
- Saturday, February 14 at Twin City L (2-3)
Upcoming Games and Promotions Season Ticket Renewal Deadline is February 27 and don't forget about your playoff tickets.
-Friday, February 20 - It's a Mardi Gras party with the Ice Bears - sponsored by Lance Cunningham Ford. Join the Ice Bears as they take on the Fayetteville FireAntz in special Mardi Gras jerseys. The unique jerseys are unlike anything ever worn by the Ice Bears. The limited edition jerseys will be auctioned off immediately following the game. Be sure to stop by the Lance Cunningham Ford table in the lobby for your chance to win one!
- Saturday, February 21 - Miss Ice Bear sponsored by Bar Knoxville - Join the Ice Bears as they transform the ice into a runway. During the first intermission twelve gorgeous ladies will compete in their evening gowns and during the second intermission check out the Miss Ice Bear hopefuls as they showcase their swimwear. The 2008-09 Miss Knoxville Ice Bear will be crowned during the third period. This is one of the most popular games of the season so if you don't have tickets - call the ticket hotline at 865-656-4444 or visit www.knoxvilletickets.com.
- Sunday, February 22 - Season Ticket Holder Skate with the Team at the Ice Chalet from 3:00 - 4:30 pm. Free skate admission for all season ticket holders and if you need to rent skates, it is only $2. For those fans who are not season ticket holders, you are welcome to attend - admission is $8 which includes skate rental. For directions or more information about the Ice Chalet call - (865) 558-1858 - www.chaleticerinks.com .
- Monday, February 23 - Coach's Show - Join Coach Scott Hillman at Barley's in the Old City from 7 - 8 pm as they broadcast live on 105.3 FM WFIV. This Weeks Notes and News The Knoxville Ice Bears have spent this week recovering from a seven game in nine day flurry of games. The team traveled 2648 miles and concluded with three games in three nights in three different states. While travel was a major obstacle, the Ice Bears came away with 7 out of a possible 14 points.
With twelve games remain in the regular season (7 Home - 5 Away), the Ice Bears are poised to secure the first seed in the play-offs. Knoxville is 12 points ahead of second place Richmond but are not comfortable because all remaining games will be hard fought as everyone in the SPHL will be fighting for playoff position. The top four teams will play a best of five series with the winners playing a championship best of seven.
Be sure to save the date for March 1, as the Knoxville Ice Bears take the game to the streets at Bennett Sports & Family Wellness Center from 2 - 4 PM. Join Chilly and the team as they will be playing street hockey with fans in the parking lot. Dr. Bennett's office is located at Isaiah's Landing across form Knoxville Center Mall.
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