Phantoms Announce Internal Promotion
February 9, 2011 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Adirondack Phantoms News Release
The Adirondack Phantoms have announced the promotion of Chris Porreca to the position of Executive Vice President. Prior to his promotion, Chris held the position of Executive Director of Corporate Sales. Last season he won the Front Row Salesman of the year award for his efforts with the Phantoms.
Prior to joining the Phantoms, Porreca was Director of Competition for Special Olympics New York and helped to bring athletes to the first National Games in Ames, Iowa and also the first Special Olympic World Games in Shanghai, China.
"Chris has lived in the area for eleven years and has a passion for the Phantoms and the Adirondack Region" President Rob Brooks said. "He has proven to be extremely valuable in helping shape our goal of providing great family entertainment for the entire region; we are pleased to give him this opportunity with the Phantoms."
Currently Chris plays soccer and hockey with various groups in the area and also has the opportunity to coach his two boys with the Adirondack Youth Hockey Association. His wife also has ties to the area with her co-ownership of Curves for Women in South Glens Falls.
"My family has been a part of the community for over a decade and this gives us the opportunity to help showcase one of the many special qualities of the area" Porreca Said. We look forward to working with the people of this great community keep AHL hockey in Glens Falls for many years to come."
Upcoming Games:
Saturday, February 12, 7:00 - Adirondack Phantoms at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins
Sunday, February 13, 5:00 - Binghamton Senators at Adirondack Phantoms - Family Fun Pack ($49), Scoville Jewelers Most Romantic Moment Contest
Wednesday, February 16, 7:00 - Syracuse Crunch at Adirondack Phantoms - Check it Out Night! Ticket discounts with your library card.
Friday, February 18, 7:30 - Connecticut Whale at Adirondack Phantoms - $1 Hot Dogs
Saturday, February 19, 7:00 - Charlotte Checkers at Adirondack Phantoms - Papa John's T-Shirts (First 2500 Fans)
Don't be left out! Tickets for all Phantoms games are on sale now. Discount rates are available for groups of 15 or more. Save off the individual ticket price by asking the Phantoms about their great group rate packages.
The AHL is celebrating their 75th anniversary season and is the top development league for the NHL. More than 85 percent of today's NHL players are American Hockey League graduates and more than 6 million fans attend AHL games every year.
Come watch future NHL stars and up-and-coming Flyers prospects with exciting Adirondack Phantoms hockey! A variety of ticket packages for all the fast-paced action are on sale now. The Phantoms selection of discount ticket packages includes 3-packs, 6-packs, 12 and 22 Select Plans, full season plans and Flex Packs. Choose the plan that works best for you! Get your tickets at the Phantoms office inside the Glens Falls Civic Center, online at ticketmaster.com, or by calling the Phantoms at 518-480-3355.
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