Reward offered

Published on July 20, 2005 under Central Hockey League (CHL)
Corpus Christi IceRays News Release


It pays to be a Corpus Christi Rayz Season Ticket Holder! On Wednesday afternoon Rayz General Manager Larry Linde announced the return of the Rayz Rewards Season Ticket Program. The wildly successful program has been recognized as one of the most innovative season ticket holder programs in professional sports. Open only to Rayz season ticket holders, the incentive program consists of a series of drawings for a bevy of unique Rayz and Corpus Christi related prizes. Last season, in the inaugural year of the program, season ticket holder Alex Prado was selected to sign a contract and play in a regular season game as the Grand Prize winner. The 1st period drawing will be held on Monday, August 1st.

Rayz Rewards is an annual program that provides Rayz season ticket holders with the chance to win non-traditional prizes. A number of exclusive prizes were awarded last year including the opportunity to practice with the team (in full gear), dinner and golf with your favorite players, a skating party at the Champion Toyota Ice Center, broadcasting a game on the radio and more. All season tickets holders in good standing at the time of each drawing are eligible to win. Season ticket holders receive one entry for each season ticket purchased and are eligible to win multiple times.

"There's so much more to being a Rayz season ticket holder than just a great seat for the game" said Linde. He added, "Our fans are passionate about Rayz hockey and they've proven to be some of the most loyal in all of sports. They're the lifeblood of our organization. Why not give them the best rewards?"

Rayz Rewards consists of three periods, beginning with the first period drawing on August 1st. In September and October a new series of winners will be selected with brand new prizes awarded. The Rayz Rewards Program will conclude with a runner-up and Grand Prize drawing to be conducted at the annual Rayz Season Ticket Holder Pre-Season Party in early October. Last season the runner-up prizes consisted of a road trip with the team and the opportunity to serve as Coach for a game. The Grand Prize was the opportunity to sign an official CHL contract and play in an actual regular season game.

The drawing is done by a raffle of all Rayz season ticket holders. One change from last year, as each winner is selected they will have their choice of each of the remaining prizes. All winners will be contacted directly and winners, and their selected rewards, will be posted on the Rayz website.

On Wednesday the 1st period prizes were announced (see below). Fans are encouraged to contact the Rayz today at (361)814-PUCK to place a deposit and become eligible for Rayz Rewards.

RAYZ REWARDS - FIRST PERIOD PRIZES

- Your Personal Rayz FORE-some

Hit the links with your favorite members of the Corpus Christi Rayz. The winner will be treated to a complimentary round of golf (including car) with Rayz players/coaches. See how your game stacks up with the pros.

- Host with the Most

It's time for the Rayz Coach's Show starring YOU! You'll become the Celebrity host of the Weekly Rayz Coach's Show. Co-host the show with Rayz broadcaster Josh Bogorad in front of a live audience and get the answers to all you're burning questions.

- Rayz Autographed Memorabilia

Win your very own piece of Rayz history with an autographed piece of equipment from your favorite team. Fans win their choice of either a team autographed hockey stick or helmet.

- Party Time!

You're already heading to the Rayz game, but now 20 of your closest friends can come along for the ride. This winner will receive 20 group tickets to a Rayz regular season game and a pre-game party at the American Bank Center. Warning: Winner may experience sudden surge in friends.

- Deep in the Heart of Texans

Win two complimentary tickets to a Houston Texans football game at Reliant Stadium. See live National Football League action as the Texans take the rest of the NFL by storm.

- Say "Cheeze"

Your very own autographed Rayz team photograph, with just one difference...You'll be in it! Join the Rayz for a special team photograph. Everyone in the picture will sign the photo and it is yours to keep.

- Get Hooked

Winner will receive four tickets to see the Coastal Bend's newest sports team - the Corpus Christi Hooks at Whataburger Field. Catch a Memory as members of the Houston Astros AA affiliate play their way to the big leagues.

- Pump up the Volume

Party like a rock star (or at least in front of one) when your favorite musical act comes to Corpus Christi. You'll be there to see it live at Concrete Street Amphitheater with two complimentary tickets to the upcoming show of your choice.

The Corpus Christi Rayz are currently preparing for their eighth consecutive season in the Coastal Bend. Last season Corpus Christi broke a franchise attendance record, welcoming more than 123,000 fans in their first season at the American Bank Center. The 2005-2006 season will begin in October '05 and season tickets & sponsorship packages are currently available. Deposits start as low as $50 per seat. For more information, please contact the Rayz at (361)814-PUCK.

RAYZ 2005-2006 ROSTER

Jason Baird LW Ryan Carter RW

Shawn Legault RW Derrick McIver RW

Randy Murphy C Blair Stayzer LW

Bernie John D Chad McIver D

Scott Reid G

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