Roughnecks Set to Open 2011 Training Camp
November 22, 2011 - Western Hockey League (WHL)
Calgary Hitmen News Release
Calgary, AB - The Calgary Roughnecks have released their 2011 training camp schedule highlighted by the inaugural Roughnecks Fan Fest and a scrimmage against the Edmonton Rush. Both events are free and open to the public.
The four-weekend training camp in preparation for the 2012 season begins Friday, November 25 at Scotiabank Saddledome. Practice will run from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon followed by another two-hour session at 7:00 p.m. Players and coaches will be available to the media from 1:00 to 1:30 p.m. on Friday.
Join us for the first ever Roughnecks Fan Fest Saturday, November 26 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Scotiabank Saddledome. This event features an opportunity for fans to meet the 2012 Roughnecks and Drill Crew, practice lacrosse skills, and participate in games and prizing. Other activities include: a play zone brought to you by Shakers Family Fun Centre, autograph and photo opportunities, and a chance to win a trip to Colorado to watch the Roughnecks play the Mammoth on February 24 at the Pepsi Center.
As part of training camp, the Roughnecks will participate in two pre-season scrimmages. First, Calgary will travel to Langley, BC, to challenge the Colorado Mammoth on Sunday, December 11 at 8:30 a.m. The Roughnecks will then return to Scotiabank Saddledome to host the Edmonton Rush on Sunday, December 18 at 10:00 a.m.
All training sessions at Scotiabank Saddledome including Fan Fest and the December 18 scrimmage are free and open to the public. Complimentary parking is available in Lot A and the parkade via 5 Street SE. Rosters will be available at Scotiabank Saddledome.
Roughnecks Training Camp and Pre-Season Schedule
Friday, November 25 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon Training Session at Scotiabank Saddledome 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Training Session at Scotiabank Saddledome
Saturday, November 26 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Training Session at Scotiabank Saddledome
11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Roughnecks Fan Fest at Scotiabank Saddledome
8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Training Session at Scotiabank Saddledome
Sunday, November 27 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. Training Session at Scotiabank Saddledome
Saturday, December 10 3:45 - 5:00 p.m. Training Session at Langley Events Centre (7888 - 200 Street, Langley, BC)
Sunday, December 11 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. Scrimmage vs. Colorado Mammoth at Langley Events Centre (7888 - 200 Street, Langley, BC)
Saturday, December 17 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Training Session at Scotiabank Saddledome 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Training Session at Scotiabank Saddledome
Sunday, December 18
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon Scrimmage vs. Edmonton Rush at Scotiabank Saddledome
Friday, December 30 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Training Session at Genesis Place 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Training Session at Genesis Place (800 East Lake Blvd NE, Airdrie, AB)
Saturday, December 31 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Training Session at Genesis Place (800 East Lake Blvd NE, Airdrie, AB)
Calgary Roughnecks Season Tickets are on sale now with the 2012 season opener set for January 8 against the Toronto Rock and the home opener scheduled for Saturday, January 21 when they host the Colorado Mammoth.
For more information on Season Tickets, call Customer Service at 403-777-4646 or visit www.calgaryroughnecks.com.
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