USL-1 North Carolina FC

RailHawks Announce Partnership with Wake Orthopaedics

February 18, 2009 - USL First Division (USL-1)
North Carolina FC News Release


Cary, NC (Wednesday, February 18, 2009) - The Carolina RailHawks announced today they have reached an agreement with Wake Orthopaedics to have the orthopaedic group become the Exclusive Orthopaedic Physicians of the Carolina RailHawks. Wake Orthopaedics Dr. Jonathan Chappell will be the Head Physician for Carolina RailHawks players and coaches and provide medical coverage at every Carolina RailHawks match for the 2009 season. In addition, the North End of WakeMed stadium will be renamed "Wake Orthopaedics Autograph Alley" for 2009.

"Wake Orthopaedics is excited about our new partnership with the Carolina RailHawks," said David Pontz, Exective Director for Wake Orthopaedics. "It is extremely rewarding to be able to work with these elite athletes as they continue to build a winning organization. We wish them the best in their upcoming season."

"This partnership with Wake Orthopaedics is great for our organization," said RailHawks President Brian Wellman, "It allows our players and coaches to have the best orthopaedic care possible provided by a local organization. Wake Orthopaedic, just like the RailHawks, is a local organization committed to serving the community and promoting healthy living."

Wake Orthopaedics is a comprehensive multi-subspecialty orthopaedic group dedicated to providing specialized care for all of their patient's needs. The goal of Wake Orthopaedics is to provide superior medical services through a friendly, knowledgeable and caring staff. For more information please visit their website at www.wakeortho.com

The Carolina RailHawks' 2009 season ticket drive is in full swing with the "All-Inclusive" package, that includes the Major League Soccer exhibition against the New England Revolution on March 14, 2009, as well as other packages tailored to every soccer fan's needs. For more information contact the LGFCU Box Office at 919-859-KICK (5425) or visit www.carolinarailhawks.com

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