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Published on February 18, 2003 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Adirondack Phantoms News Release


WEDNESDAY IS SWITCHAROO NIGHT

It will be Snyder's of Hanover Switcharoo Night this Wednesday, Feb. 19, as all adults can buy tickets at $8 child prices. Fans will also receive free Snyder's products as they exit the First Union Spectrum. Flyers right wing Justin Williams will be signing autographs during the first intermission as a preview to his bobblehead doll night on March 2.

COURAGE THE COWARDLY DOG & GO-GO GADGETMOBILE ON FRIDAY

The Cartoon Network's Courage the Cowardly Dog is set to appear at the Phantoms' game this Friday, Feb. 21 to greet fans and take pictures with those who bring cameras. Be sure to also check out the Go-Go GagdetMobile from Disney's "Inspector Gadget 2" movie on display outside the First Union Spectrum.

APOLOGETIX TO PERFORM AFTER FRIDAY'S GAME

Christian parody band ApologetiX will be performing after the Phantoms-Albany River Rats game this Friday, Feb. 21. Everyone with a ticket to the game will be able to stay at the First Union Spectrum for the postgame concert. ApologetiX specializes in Biblical parodies of rock hits from the 1950s to today. The Pittsburgh-based group has released seven CDs and performs nationwide.

SUNDAY IS ADOPT-A-PET NIGHT

In conjunction with the People-Pet Partnership, the Phantoms will be hosting Adopt-A-Pet Night this Sunday, Feb. 23, as adoptable dogs and cats will be on the concourse to meet prospective owners. The Pennsylvania SPCA and Philadelphia Animal Care and Control Association (PACCA) will also have information tables on the concourse. The ever-popular Chick-Fil-A Cows On Ice contest will take place during the first intermission and 5,000 frisbees will be handed out after the game, compliments of Action Karate.

JUSTIN WILLIAMS BOBBLEHEAD DOLL NIGHT SET FOR MARCH 2

Don't miss out on the Phantoms' second bobblehead giveaway of the season, as the first 4,000 fans in attendance on Sunday, March 2 will receive a free Justin Williams doll. The Flyers right wing is following in the footsteps of teammates Jeremy Roenick, John LeClair and Simon Gagne, who have previously been honored with bobblehead nights at Phantoms games. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. for the 6:05 p.m. game (originally scheduled for 5:05 p.m. but moved back an hour due to the Flyers' Wives Carnival).

PHANTOMS & FLYERS ALUMNI AT THURSDAY'S FLYERS GAME

Past and future Flyers will be getting together to meet the public at Thursday's Flyers-Los Angeles Kings game. Members of the Phantoms and Flyers alumni will be on hand before the game and during the two intermissions to sign autographs and take pictures with fans who bring cameras.

TILEY ON "INSIDE THE PHANTOMS"

The Philadelphia Phantoms, WNJC 1360-AM, and South Jersey Sports On-Line (www.SJSports.com) are proud to announce the "Inside the Phantoms" show. Hosted by David Unkle of The Topcat Sports Show, Inside the Phantoms airs twice a month and features a player interview, news on the team and ticket giveaways. The Topcat Sports Show airs Tuesdays from 4:30-6:00 p.m. on Philadelphia's Renaissance Radio Station, WNJC 1360-AM. Defenseman Brad Tiley will be the next guest on Tuesday, Feb. 18 at 5:30 p.m.

MACNEIL ON "RUMBLE WITH THE PHANTOMS" THIS WEEK

Center Ian MacNeil will be this week's guest on "Rumble with the Phantoms," which airs every Wednesday from 4:30-5:00 p.m. on WNJC (1360 AM). Hosted by Tom Shaw, the show features a player interview, news on the team and ticket giveaways every week.

FINAL PHANTOMS PLAYER CLINIC ON FEB. 26

The last of 10 Phantoms Player Clinics will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 26 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. for members of Center Ice in Oaks, Pa. Phantoms Player Clinics are sponsored by Carrabba's Italian Grill.

NEXT CN8 BROADCAST SET FOR MARCH 21

CN8, the Comcast Network, is airing a total of 11 Phantoms games throughout the 2002-03 season, with the next telecast set for Friday, March 21 vs. the Cincinnati Mighty Ducks. The CN8 broadcast team once again features Tim Saunders, Orest Kindrachuk and Mick Moninghoff.

REGISTRATION UNDER WAY TO WIN HARLEY DAVIDSON

Stop by the Harley Davidson motorcycle display on the concourse to register to win a Harley Davidson XLH883 Sportster. The winner will be presented his/her new motorcycle on Fan Appreciation Night, Sunday, April 6.

NEW GAME PROGRAMS ON SALE

The second edition of the official Phantoms game program, with new features on Mark Greig, Ben Stafford and David Harlock, is now on sale at merchandise stands.

HELPING THE CAUSE

The Phantoms Wives Charity Foundation, a division of the Comcast-Spectacor Foundation, is dedicating all fund-raising efforts this season to the National Adoption Center. The NAC is a private, non-profit organization located in Philadelphia that has found families for more than 19,000 children across the United States.

The Phantoms Wives raised $19,000 on Dec. 20 when the team wore special red & green Holiday jerseys during its 4-2 win over the Hershey Bears before auctioning them off following the match in Bullies. A total of $1,470 was also raised at the third annual player bachelor auction on Nov. 15. Fans placed bids at the Phantoms Wives table for the chance to go on a date with one of six single Phantoms players, as well as Mix 95.7 afternoon disc jockey Rick Stacy. The second jersey auction of the season will take place on Sunday, March 23 when the Phantoms wear replicas jerseys of the old Philadelphia Firebirds (1974-77 NAHL,1977-79 AHL).

7-FOR-6 OFFER NOW AVAILABLE

Here's your chance to be a part of the Phantoms' run to the playoffs. The Phantoms are now offering a 7-for-6 ticket deal, where you can purchase seven ticket vouchers for the price of six ($84). Everyone who acts will also receive an autographed Phantoms puck. Call 215-465-4522 to place your order now.

LIVE BAND IN BULLIES EVERY FRIDAY

Stick around after every Friday home game to hear the Delaware Valley's best and brightest bands perform live inside Bullies Sports Bar & Restaurant. The Bob Lowery Band will be the featured entertainment this Friday, Feb. 21.

FOOSBALL TOURNAMENT EVERY FRIDAY

Budweiser will be sponsoring a foosball tournament in Bullies before every Friday night home game this season. Two-person teams will compete from 6:00-7:00 p.m., with each winning team receiving two tickets to the Phantoms' final regular-season Friday game on April 4, so they can compete in the final round that night. The champions will win a free foosball table, as well as a Phantoms Fantasy Pack that includes game tickets, dinner in Bullies and the opportunity to watch pre-game warm-ups from the bench.

STUDENT TICKETS JUST $8 ON WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS

College and high school students with valid student IDs can attend all Phantoms games on Wednesdays and Fridays this season for just $8.

TICKET INFORMATION

Ticket prices for Phantoms home games are $18, $17 and $13 for adults, and $8 for children 14 and under. The team also offers group rates, Game Plans, attractive premium area seating, birthday party and youth hockey packages, and the popular Family Value Pack. Please call the Phantoms sales office at 215-465-4522 for information, or log on to www.phantomshockey.com.

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