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RiverKings 'Kings Fest Promises Lots of Bang for Zero Bucks

September 26, 2003 - SPHL (SPHL)
Mississippi RiverKings News Release


SOUTHAVEN, Miss.—The Memphis RiverKings' traditional season ticket pickup party on Oct. 11 at the DeSoto Civic Center has transformed into this year's ‘Kings Fest, the ‘Kings biggest celebration of ticket sales yet. The day will include a spread of great food from various RiverKings restaurant sponsors, with music, players, behind-the-scenes facility tours, skating and a moonbounce and other games for the young and the young at heart. Come in and test drive reserved seats or see what's still available. All are welcome and there is absolutely no cost for admission. For more information call the RiverKings office at 662-342-1755 or visit the Web at www.riverkings.com.

"This is going to be one of best parties yet, but I emphasize the ‘yet,'" RiverKings Vice-President of Marketing and Sales Gary Saunders said. "We want fans to feel the success of this past season, but the biggest message we want to pass on is that this is only the beginning, the tip of the iceberg."

The festivities start early, with the arena opening up from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. so fans can come by and watch the team practice. From 1:30 to 3 p.m. there will be a public skate, and from 3 to 4 p.m. the players will make appearances and sign autographs while RiverKings staff wraps things up.

While fans and patrons await the arrival of the players, they will have plenty to entertain them. A smorgasbord of complimentary food and drink will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis from RiverKings restaurant sponsors including Chick-Fil-A, McAlister's, Lenny's, Krispy Kreme, the DeSoto Civic Center Food and Beverage department and more.

The RiverKings will introduce the Cellular South Slap Shot inflatable for fans working on their hockey shooting skills, and will have a moonbounce for children. Staff will conduct behind-the-scenes facility tours, letting fans get a sneak peek at the locker rooms and other places where the players spend time. The festivities will be accompanied by a live broadcast from FM 100.

Select RiverKings sponsors will have booths on the concourse. Synergy Massage Therapy will offer free chair massages. Team chiropractor Gary Hermansen of DeSoto Chiropractic will conduct free spinal exams. Team merchandise will be available for sale and the Central Hockey League President's Cup will be on display.

The box office will be open all day. Season Ticket Holders can test drive their seats, or interested fans may get a look at what's still available.

For more information, call the RiverKings at 662-342-1755 or visit the Web at www.riverkings.com.

· Who: The Memphis RiverKings

· What: ‘Kings Fest party and season ticket pickup

· When: Oct. 11 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

· Where: at the DeSoto Civic Center in Southaven, Miss. (10 minutes south of Memphis at I-55 and Church Road)

· How to get more information: Call the RiverKings office at 662-342-1755 or visit the Web at www.RiverKings.com.

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