Scorpions renew broadcast deal

October 10, 2006 - Central Hockey League (CHL)
New Mexico Scorpions News Release


[RIO RANCHO, N.M.]- The New Mexico Scorpions, proud member of the Central Hockey League (CHL), and Citadel Broadcasting have agreed on a multi-year agreement to broadcast Scorpions' hockey games throughout the regular season and playoffs. 610 The Sports Animal will once again serve as the flagship home for the majority of the hockey broadcasts.

The relationship between the Scorpions and Citadel has always been strong and both parties are excited to re-establish the relationship that has been built over the years. At least 44 of the Scorpions games will be on 610 The Sports Animal, while the remaining 22 will be broadcast on KTBL 1050-AM.

"I am happy to be able to broadcast Scorpions hockey games on Citadel's stations," said Scorpions' Broadcaster Adam Minnick. "Ian Martin and Bob Clark have been great to work with during the Scorpions return to the ice and I look forward to growing the relationship with Citadel."

In addition to the broadcasts, Citadel will broadcast the Ray Edwards Show once a month on dates yet to be determined. In addition, Edwards, Scorpions' players and staff will be invited as regular guests on the Bob Clark Show, 770 KKOB-AM, and the Ian Martin Show, 610 The Sports Animal.

Citadel Market Manager Milt McConnell commented, "We are thrilled to extend our relationship with the Scorpions. Broadcasting live and local sports is our focus at Citadel, and this is an important piece of what we bring to the market."

Citadel operates eight radio stations in the Albuquerque Market, KKOB-AM, KNML-AM, KTBL-AM, KKOB-FM, KRST-FM, KDRF-FM, KMGA-FM and KBZU-FM. Citadel broadcasting concentrates on mid-size markets. The company owns and operates 164 FM and 58AM radio stations in 49 markets, located in 24 states. For more information visit www.citadelbroadcasting.com.

For a full list of the Scorpions' broadcast schedule visit http://www.scorpionshockey.com/schedule/broadcast/.

The Scorpions will christen the new state-of-the-art Santa Ana Star Center on Friday, October 27, when they face the Arizona Sundogs at 7:35 p.m. This season the Scorpions feature 22 weekend home games. The schedule can also be viewed and printed by visiting www.scorpionshockey.com/schedule.

Season tickets and corporate partnership information is now available for the New Mexico Scorpions inaugural season in the Santa Ana Star Center. Make sure to reserve your seats now to be a part of all the exciting action. Reserve your season tickets for as low as $320. Monthly plans are also available to fit any budget by calling the Scorpions office at (505) 881-PUCK [7825] or by visiting www.scorpionshockey.com.



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