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March 1, 2011 - ECHL (ECHL)
Stockton Thunder News Release


THIS WEEK'S OPPONENTS: (all times PT)

vs. Alaska AcesHOME: Friday, Saturday** (7:30 p.m.), Sunday (4:00 p.m.)

TV: Comcast Hometown Network (Sunday)

Radio: 1280 KWSX/StocktonThunder.com

Stockton Thunder hosts the Alaska Aces for a three-game series at Stockton Arena, beginning Friday. The last time both teams met, the Thunder defeated Alaska, 3-2 at Sullivan Arena on Feb. 13. Both teams will meet nine times this season and the Thunder is 1-4-1 in the series this season against Alaska. However, the Thunder also carries a record of 6-0-3 in the last nine lifetime games against Alaska at Stockton Arena and is 17-10-4 against teams from the Mountain Division.

The Thunder and Fat's Grill and Bar have partnered for this season for ‚¬Å“Thunder Watch Party ‚¬Â nights (shown through AmericaOne) during all Thunder road games. Fans attending will have an opportunity to win prizes, enjoy drink specials and participate in a festive atmosphere while cheering on the Thunder. It is located at 4555 North Pershing Avenue in Stockton and just minutes away from Stockton Arena. Fat's Grill and Bar is a three-time ‚¬Å“Best of San Joaquin ‚¬Â Award winner in The Record and features 15 television monitors and four satellite dishes, an array of acclaimed entrees, pizzas, beverages, appetizers, specialties and more.

*** Denotes broadcast is online only

PROMOTIONAL NEWS AND APPEARANCES

Tuesday, March 1, 7-8 a.m.

KRISPY KREME - 7860 West Lane, Stockton

Come meet Thunder forward Jim McKenzie, working a guest shift at the grand opening of a new Krispy Kreme location and buy your breakfast from him for charity!

Tuesday, March 1 - 6-8:00 p.m.

Thunder Booster Club Wine Tasting Event - DELICATO WINERY

Mingle with Thunder players and fellow die-hard fans while enjoying select food and beverages at the second annual Thunder Booster Club Wine Tasting Event. Players will serve as celebrity pourers - register for just $20 by calling (209) 239-7752

Thursday, March 3 - 6:30-8:00 p.m.

Thor's Kids Club Skate - OAK PARK ICE ARENA

Members of Thor's ‚¬Å“Kids Club ‚¬Â are invited to attend a special skate-with-the-team event at Oak Park and meet their favorite Thunder players for a memorable night of autographs, photos and more! Register for Thor's Kids Club at StocktonThunder.com.

Sunday, March 6 - 9:30 a.m.

Henry's March Mascot Race - WARRIOR ARENA, CSU STANISLAUS

Thunder mascot, ‚¬Å“Thor ‚¬Â will be appearing live for a special event at CSU Stanislaus' Warrior Arena!

Friday, March 4 vs. Alaska Aces, 7:30 p.m.

CHRIS LAWRENCE POSTER GIVEAWAY presented by In-Shape Sports Clubs and Pepsi

- All fans will receive a collectible Thunder poster of center Chris Lawrence!

MetroPCS FREE FRIDAY

- One lucky section at the game will receive a free gift courtesy of MetroPCS and all fans are invited to stop by MetroPCS's booth at Stockton Arena to win a free phone and service for one whole year!

Saturday, March 5 vs. Alaska Aces, 7:30 p.m.

GOLD REPLICA JERSEY GIVEAWAY presented by Financial Center Credit Union, KJOY 99.3

- The first 1,000 fans (ages 18 and over) will receive a replica Thunder jersey (gold colored ‚¬Å“third ‚¬Â jersey) worn at home and on the road for select games!

Sunday, March 6 vs. Alaska Aces, 4:00 p.m.

FAMILY DAY presented by 99.3 KJOY

- Bring the whole family out for just $34 - includes 4 tickets, 4 hot dogs, 4 soft drinks and a $4 merchandise coupon at the Thunder ‚¬Å“Fan Attic ‚¬Â! Purchase at www.StocktonThunder.com.

TEAM LEADERS:

Points - Chris Lawrence (45)

Goals - Chris Lawrence (20)

Assists - Fraser Clair (27)

Plus/Minus - Chris Lawrence (+15)

Penalty Minutes - Garet Hunt (155)

UPCOMING MILESTONES:

* Ryan Constant is 5 games away from 300 in his professional career

* Kelly Czuy is 1 point away from 100 in his professional career

* Bryan Pitton is 3 games away from 100 in his professional career

TEAM NOTES

�- Chris Lawrence has scored 12 points (9g-3a) in the last six games

�- Jarrett Konkle has scored 14 goals in 28 games, tied for third most in the ECHL since Jan. 10

�- Garet Hunt is fourth in the ECHL with 155 penalty minutes

�- Stockton is second in the ECHL in attendance with 161,119 fans (6,197 average)

�- Stockton leads the ECHL with 88 major penalties

�- Stockton is 11-5-2 in three-game, three-day series situations

The team's upcoming schedule for the coming week is as follows:

(subject to change, all times PT)

Tuesday, MAR. 1

Day off

Wednesday, MAR. 2

10:00 a.m. - Practice at Stockton Arena

Thursday, MAR. 3

10:00 a.m. - Practice at Stockton Arena

Friday, MAR. 4

10:00 a.m. - Morning skate at Stockton Arena

6:00 p.m. - Pre-game media access ends

7:30 p.m. - GAME vs. ALASKA

1280 KWSX/StocktonThunder.com

Saturday, MAR. 5

10:00 a.m. - Morning skate at Stockton Arena

6:00 p.m. - Pre-game media access ends

7:30 p.m. - GAME vs. ALASKA

StocktonThunder.com

Sunday, MAR. 6

2:30 p.m. - Pre-game media access ends

4:00 p.m. - GAME vs. ALASKA

Comcast HN/1280 KWSX/StocktonThunder.com

Monday, MAR. 7

Day off

WEEK IN REVIEW

STK 4 - ONT 3 (2/2711): Goaltender Dan Tormey celebrated his 26th birthday with a win in his first career start, making 26 saves, while Chris Lawrence buried a pair of goals to lead the Stockton Thunder (28-19-9, 65 points) to a 4-3 victory over the Ontario Reign at Citizens Business Bank Arena on Sunday. The Thunder, who erased a three-game losing skid and finished the head to head series at 7-1-2 against Ontario, also got goal scoring help from Jordan Fulton and Jordan Foreman, while Kyle Kraemer and Jordan Hill chipped in with a goal and assist each for Ontario.

BAK 4 - STK 1 (2/26/11): Goaltender Josh Tordjman made 36 saves and was helped by a power-play that scored three times, helping the Bakersfield Condors send the Stockton Thunder (27-19-9, 63 points) to a 4-1 defeat before a crowd of 4,303 at Rabobank Arena on Saturday. The Thunder, who finished 4-5-2 in the head-to-head series against Bakersfield this season, were anchored by Chris Lawrence's first period goal, before surrendering the last three in the game. The Condors cashed in with a 3-for-5 effort on the power play, leaving both teams separated by two points in the Pacific Division.

BAK 4 - STK 1 (2/25/11): Joel Broda bookended a four-goal rally by the Bakersfield Condors in the second period with two of his own, enough to help send the Thunder to a 4-1 defeat before 5,534 fans at Rabobank Arena on Friday night. Garet Hunt chipped in with the only Thunder goal of the evening and were held to 26 shots - seven below their average this season. Brian Stewart made 25 saves for the win in net, stopping the final 19 shots he saw in the last two periods. Zane Kalemba, who came up with 28 saves, took his second straight defeat this season.

BAK 5 - STK 3 (2/22/11): Pascal Morency and Joel Broda each scored a pair of goals to help the Bakersfield Condors escape an early two goal deficit and rally, defeating the Thunder, 5-3 during a rare Tuesday night game in front of a home crowd of 3,210 fans at Stockton Arena. Goals from Fraser Clair, Chris Lawrence and Pierre-Andre Bureau, as well as a last minute rally in the third period were not enough to best the Thunder's division rivals in the Pacific.

WHAT THEY'RE SAYING

(Courtesy of The Record)

"I love it. I think it brings a real flavor to the game," Potten said. "And when they do those chants and stuff, they always laugh after they do it. They are having a good time."

- Thunder Season Ticket Holder Garry Potten on fans of ‚¬Å“Section 101 ‚¬Â (Feb. 27, 2011)

"We just love the Thunder. We give it to the other team and let them know we're here - that's our job," said Sean Jackson, a production supervisor who sits in Section 101. "Some of us were friends with others when this started. But mostly we all just came to the same section and bonded together to help the Thunder win."

- Thunder Season Ticket Holder Sean Jackson of Section 101 (Feb. 27, 2011)

"Obviously we had a tough week, so it was nice to get a win," Thomas said.

- Thunder head coach Matt Thomas after Stockton defeated Ontario, 4-3 (Feb. 28, 2011)

A two-time recipient of the ECHL ‚¬Å“Award of Excellence, ‚¬Â Thunder was voted "Best Local Sports Team" by readers of the San Joaquin Magazine for the third straight year, led the ECHL in attendance for four consecutive seasons and drew over 200,000 fans for the fifth consecutive season in 2009-10. Season Tickets, mini-plans and individual tickets for 2010-11 are on sale now. For more information about tickets, merchandise, or other inquiries contact the Stockton Thunder offices at (209) 373-1500 or visit http://www.stocktonthunder.com/ .



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