Rapid City Rush Home Opener Sold Out Days In Advance
November 26, 2008 - Central Hockey League (CHL)
Rapid City Rush News Release
The Rapid City Rush are pleased to announce that the home opener scheduled for November 29th at 2:05pm has sold out. The New Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, which holds over 5,000 fans for hockey has sold out 4 days in advance.
"This is very exciting. Two months ago, we predicted we would sell out, but we figured that we would have a large number of walk-ups to fill the remainder of the arena," said Rush General Manager Jason Rent. "It is a real testament to the support Rapid City has given us. We are committed to providing not only a great team out on the ice, but an overall experience for the fans."
The expansion Rush have a season ticket fan base of just under 2,000. Individual tickets went on sale on Oct. 25th with prices starting at $15. Although opening night is sold out, tickets for the Rush games on December 3rd , 5th , and 6th , are still available.
"First and foremost we would like to thank community for the tremendous support they have given the Rush," said Rush Head Coach Joe Ferras. "It is amazing the way Rapid City has welcomed our hockey club and franchise into an incredible facility. It's a privilege and an honor to be a part of the first professional hockey game in South Dakota and have it sold out 4 days prior to puck dropping. I would like to thank the community for the support they have shown and for the support that we will have in future."
The Rapid City Rush would like to invite fans to "The Rush Hour with Coach Joe Ferras" live at Boston's every Tuesday at 7pm. Weekly giveaways include signed, game-used sticks, signed pucks and Miller Light gear.
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