Lancers Partner with Ronald McDonald House of Omaha
February 6, 2014 - United States Hockey League (USHL)
Omaha Lancers News Release
RALSTON, NE - As part of the organization's ongoing efforts to support and enrich the greater Omaha community, the Omaha Lancers will join residents of Omaha's Ronald McDonald House and their families on Monday and Wednesday for two evenings of food, fun and companionship, the team announced Thursday.
"As an organization, we feel it is of paramount importance to play an active and supportive role in our community," said Lancers Owner, President and Managing Partner Ben Robert on Thursday. "Through our numerous annual philanthropic endeavors and this newfound partnership with the Ronald McDonald House, we want to do everything we can to be a positive influence.We hope we can provide some laughter and fun for these brave families both now and into the future."
Both Monday and Wednesday, Lancers players and staff members will visit the Ronald McDonald House at 620 S 38th Ave. in Omaha to cook dinner for the residents and spend time playing games, horsing around and getting to know some new friends.
As stated on the organization's website, Omaha's Ronald McDonald House, founded in 1994, strives to "Provide for families that bring their sick children to our community for medical care." Omaha's is Nebraska's only Ronald McDonald House and operates primarily thanks to gifts from corporate donors and the general public. To make a donation today, visit Omaha's Ronald McDonald House online at www.rmhcomaha.org.
Next up for the Lancers, it's a Friday showdown with the Sioux Falls Stampede at 7:05 pm at Ralston Arena with all fans taking home complimentary "Thunder Sticks" courtesy of Subway as the Lancers look to extend their four-game sellout streak! Full coverage of Friday's game begins with the "Valpak Pregame Show" at 6:50 pm on the Lancers' flagship station, "The Mighty" 1290 KOIL with Lancers broadcaster Tony Brown providing the play-by-play.
In 2013-14, the five-time Anderson Cup and seven-time Clark Cup Champion Omaha Lancers drop the puck on their 28th season in the USHL. Season ticket packages for the Lancers' second campaign at the state-of-the-art Ralston Arena are available now starting at just $12.50 per game! To reserve your seats, contact the Lancers' ticket office today at 402-344-7825, extension 1, or log on to www.lancers.com for more information. Be sure to follow the Lancers on Twitter @OmahaLancers and don't forget to 'Like' the official "Omaha Lancers" fan page on Facebook.
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