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San Diego Spirit to Honor 100,000th Fan on July 6

June 28, 2002 - Women's United Soccer Association (WUSA)
San Diego Spirit News Release


SAN DIEGO – A significant milestone in San Diego Spirit history will be reached on Saturday, July 6, when the 100,000th fan walks through the Torero Stadium gates before the Spirit match against the Boston Breakers. Kickoff is set for 1:00 p.m. The 100,000th Spirit supporter will receive an exciting and extensive prize package worth over $1,500 that includes a pair of lifetime season tickets.

By averaging nearly 5,700 spectators per game, the club will reach the landmark in only 18 home matches. "From day one, the fans have supported the team in large numbers," said Vicky Lynch, Spirit Director of Operations & Fan Development. "Reaching the 100,000 fan mark shows that the Spirit has a special connection with our fans. This is only the first of many milestones we intend to achieve."

The prize package to be given to the 100,000th fan includes:

· Two (2) season tickets for life to Spirit regular-season home games.

· An authentic Spirit game jersey.

· Field level VIP ticket upgrade on July 6.

· Private dinner with the team at the Marriott Mission Valley after the July 6th game.

· $200 worth of adidas merchandise.

· Dinner for two at Donovan's Steak & Chop House, plus limo transportation.

· A gift certificate for a one night's stay for two at the Marriott Mission Valley.

· Pedicure and manicure from Creative Nail Design.

· Massage at the Center for Health & Well Being.

· AMC movie passes.

In addition to the 100,000th fan celebration, several other events will surround the July 6 match as the club is promoting its first annual Photo Day with Spirit players and a beach towel giveaway. For a half-an-hour beginning at 11:00 to 11:30 a.m., fans can take advantage of a rare photo opportunity to get up-close and personal with their favorite Spirit players on the Torero Stadium field. The stadium's North gates will open at 10:45 a.m. to accommodate shutterbugs for this special occasion. A game ticket, camera and a smile are required for access to the photo session. At the conclusion of Photo Day, fans are invited to enjoy the great activities scheduled in the Fun Zone until the game kicks off.

In addition, the first 2,000 patrons entering the stadium will receive a free Spirit beach towel, courtesy of Soccer for Hope and Hyundai. The 30" x 56" towel is perfect for those hot summer San Diego days at the beach.

The Spirit plays their home matches at the renovated 7,035-seat Torero Stadium on the campus of the University of San Diego. For more ticket information, please contact the Spirit ticket office at 1-877-4SOCCER (1-877-476-2237) or 619-692-9872, or visit the club's website at www.sandiegospirit.com.



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