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December 18, 2006 - ECHL (ECHL)
Augusta Lynx News Release


Week In Review

Friday, Dec. 15

Augusta 5 vs. Florida 6

Florida jumped out to a 3-0 lead 16:29 into the first period but Augusta came back with five straight goals, including a hat trick from Shane Hynes, for a 5-3 lead after two periods of play. In the third period Florida responded with three unanswered goals for the 6-5 final. Vince Bellissimo scored the game-winning goal and added two assists to pace the Florida offense.

Saturday, Dec. 16

Augusta 3 vs. Charlotte 5

Augusta scored twice on markers from Sean Blanchard and Mike Erickson to stake the Lynx to a 2-0 lead Saturday night, but Charlotte scored five of the game's final six goals to surge back for a 5-3 victory. Ryan Lang scored the other goal in the game for Augusta, his fifth in three games against the Checkers this season.

Teddy Bear Toss!

The Lynx would like to thank all fans who contributed to the Teddy Bear Toss on Saturday night, as the Lynx collected over 300 stuffed animals to hand out to local charities and hospitals. We look forward to continuing to give back to the CSRA community!

$5 Mezzanine Seats Dec. 22 and 27

The Augusta Lynx are giving fans a special break this holiday season with $5 mezzanine seats on Dec. 22 and 27! To purchase the seats at this special rate, please call the Lynx office at (706) 724-4ICE Monday - Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. Check out the Lynx as they face Gwinnett on the 22nd and Pensacola the following Wednesday. See you at the games!

Stocking Stuffer Packs

Here's another special holiday offer for Lynx fans and season ticket holders! If you have Lynx season tickets, you can purchase a Stocking Stuffer Pack with four lower bowl tickets plus a souvenir puck for just $20. Non-season ticket holders can buy four mezzanine seats plus a souvenir puck for $20. Pick yours up at the Lynx merchandise table at the game on December 22 against the Gwinnett Gladiators!

Lynx Radio Hour

Captain's Corner returns with Ryan Lang on the Lynx Radio hour along with head coach Bob Ferguson and Voice of the Lynx Tom Callahan tonight. The show airs live at Indigo Joe's, 3730 Wheeler Rd. in Augusta from 7-8 pm. Don't forget you receive a free non-alcoholic beverage with your Black and Blue Burger! Come bring the family out to Indigo Joe's.

Player of the Week Nomination

Shane Hynes is this week's Lynx ECHL Player of the Week nominee for the second straight week, scoring his first pro hat trick Friday against Florida and adding an assist against Charlotte on Saturday. The ECHL will announce the winners on Tuesday.

ALBC On The Road!

The Augusta Lynx Booster Club is heading to Charlotte to back the Lynx as they battle the Checkers on Saturday, December 30. The trip is $50 and includes travel to and from the contest and ticket to the game. The bus will leave from the Augusta Ice Sports Center parking lot at 2 pm on game day, returning after the contest.

For more information or to sign up, please contact Ron Russell at mal2@al-bc.org or mail checks to: Augusta Lynx Booster Club, PO Box 2324, Evans, GA, 30809. Attention: Bus Trips.

Ticket Information

Single seats may be purchased through the Lynx office at 551 Greene Street by calling (706) 724-4ICE or via all TicketMaster locations and on line at www.TicketMaster.com. Tickets are $18, $15, and $11, with discounts available for students, seniors, and military personnel. Fans may also still purchase full and partial season ticket plans by calling the office and speaking to a Lynx ticket representative.

Last Week: 0-2

12/15 Augusta 5 vs. Florida 6

12/16 Augusta 3 vs. Charlotte 5

Up Next:

Wednesday, Dec. 20 @ South Carolina

Friday, Dec. 22 vs. Gwinnett



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