CHL Mississippi RiverKings

RiverKings Host Pink At The Rink

Published on February 13, 2008 under Central Hockey League (CHL)
Mississippi RiverKings News Release


Southaven -- Friday the ice at the DeSoto Civic Center will be pink as the Mississippi RiverKings host Pink At The Rink to benefit Susan G Komen for the Cure. The RiverKings will wear pink jerseys as they take to the pink ice facing off against the Tulsa Oilers at 7:05pm.

"We are very excited for this unique event," Dave Mattice, Director of Business Operations for the RiverKings said.

Pink At The Rink will benefit the Memphis-MidSouth Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, a worldwide organization whose mission is to eliminate breast cancer as a life-threatening disease by advancing research, education, screening and treatment. Susan G. Komen for the Cure has led the nation's charge in the fight against breast cancer for more than 20 years.

The RiverKings' pink game jerseys, sponsored by First Tennessee, will be auctioned off following the game with proceeds benefitting the MidSouth Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

Also, the first 1,000 fans through the doors of the DeSoto Civic Center that evening will receive a commemorative Pink At The Rink t-shirt courtesy of DeSoto Athletic Club.

Fans wishing to attend will also do their part in supporting Susan G Komen for the Cure as $2 from each group and walk-up ticket purchased will be donated.

"We are happy to continue our partnership with the Memphis-MidSouth Affiliate of Susan G Komen for the Cure," Mattice said. "We are so pleased that First Tennessee, DeSoto Athletic Club, Murphy & Son's, Thompson Dunavant PLC and The Grove Coffee House have teamed up with us to support this great cause."

The Memphis-MidSouth Affiliate of Susan G Komen for the Cure is very excited for this special Pink at the Rink event.

"We are so fortunate to have this incredible fundraising opportunity," Peg Ross, Administrative Director of the local affiliate said. "The RiverKings have been outstanding partners in our fight to eradicate breast cancer as a life threatening disease. Their support in these special promotions will help us in our quest to find a cure for breast cancers and support our neighbors fighting the disease."

"Pink at the Rink is going to be great fun and is yet another great example of the RiverKings commitment to our community," Ross continued. "We value our relationship with the RiverKings, their corporate partners, staff, management, players and each and every one of their fans."

For more information on the Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation visit www.komenmemphis.org. To find out more about Pink At The Rink, group tickets, or sponsors for this special event call the RiverKings office at 662.342.1755 or visit www.riverkings.com.

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