ECHL Orlando Solar Bears

Solar Bears to Televise Three Games on Local 6

Published on December 3, 2014 under ECHL (ECHL)
Orlando Solar Bears News Release


Orlando, FL - The Orlando Solar Bears, proud affiliate of the NHL's Toronto Maple Leafs and AHL's Toronto Marlies, announced today that they have reached an agreement with Channel 6-WKMG in Orlando to air three regular season games for the second straight season. The Solar Bears and Local 6 teamed up for three

broadcasts last season, combining to reach over 97,000 households.

This season's network television schedule begins on Saturday, December 27, against the Florida Everblades at 7:00 p.m. The second game will air on Saturday, February 28, at 8:00 p.m. as the Solar Bears battle the Gwinnett Gladiators. The third game on Local 6 this season will be tape delayed, airing at 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 4, against the Reading Royals (puck drop is scheduled for 7:00 p.m.).

"We are proud to once again partner with Local 6 to bring Solar Bears hockey to over 1.5 million households," said Jason Siegel, Orlando Solar Bears President/CEO. "We are thankful to Skip Valet, David Dominato, and all of the good people at Local 6 who not only broadcast and produce our games, but are partners in the community with us on a number of different projects."

"As they continue to grow their organization throughout Central Florida in both size and stature, we are pleased to be the 'Official Station of the Orlando Solar Bears'," said Skip Valet, VP/General Manager of WKMG-TV. "Professional hockey is something this community is ready to experience and embrace, and we're honored to be a part of it."

Returning to the broadcast booth this season are Solar Bears play-by-play announcer Bob Mills alongside Local 6 Sports Director David Pingalore. Sam Piotrowski will once again provide interviews and rinkside reports during the game.

Full and Half Season tickets are on sale now for the 2014-15 All-Star Season. Call the Solar Bears at 407-951-8200 or visit OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com for more information.

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