ECHL Greenville Swamp Rabbits

Swamp Rabbits Partner with GSP International Airport

Published on February 2, 2016 under ECHL (ECHL)
Greenville Swamp Rabbits News Release


Greenville, SC - The Greenville Swamp Rabbits, proud ECHL affiliate of the New York Rangers and the AHL's Hartford Wolf Pack, are pleased to announce a new partnership with the Greenville Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) for the remainder of the 2015-16 season.

Among the elements included in the new deal, GSP's logo will be prominently featured on the SANDLAPPER Securities Rink playing surface as well as on select dasher boards at each remaining home game, and any potential home playoff games. GSP will also have a presence on the Swamp Rabbits Broadcast Network as the presenting sponsor of the "Out of Town Scoreboard" during all remaining play-by-play broadcasts.

In addition, GSP will proudly present the "GSP Airport Fun Zone" at each of the Swamp Rabbits five remaining Saturday home games during the regular season. As part of the promotion, all fans are encouraged to visit the GSP Fun Zone page on SwampRabbits.com (available by clicking here) and take advantage of a great new offer: Purchase discounted adult hockey tickets for $10 and claim up to four (4) complimentary kid's tickets courtesy of GSP Airport.

"We are extremely excited to re-kindle our partnership with GSP International Airport," Swamp Rabbits Executive Vice President Chris Lewis said. "GSP serves as an important portal for helping people enjoy our great community. We are thrilled that families will be able to enjoy, and in some cases, be introduced, to Swamp Rabbits hockey through the support and generosity of GSP."

The new promotion is aimed at providing families a way to enjoy a night out and experience the fast-paced excitement of Swamp Rabbits hockey at an incredible value.

"We are equally thrilled about renewing our working relationship with the Greenville Swamp Rabbits," said Dave Edwards, President/CEO of the GSP Airport District. "Engaging with the communities we serve is paramount to the continued success of our hometown airport. By partnering with the Swamp Rabbits we are providing families with an opportunity to spend quality time together while enjoying a night of hockey in the GSP Fun Zone."

About GSP: GSP International Airport opened for business on October 15, 1962 and today, on an annual basis, more than 1.8 million passengers are served by 5 major airlines offering 49 non-stop average daily departures to 15 major cities and 18 airports across the US.

Each day begins at GSP with a full commitment to finding new ways to achieve its mission to advance the economic prosperity of the region by providing a safe, convenient, user-friendly and cost competitive air transportation system that connects the region with the nation and the world.

On Deck: The Swamp Rabbits continue a five-game road trip on Thursday with a 7 p.m. puck drop against the Orlando Solar Bears at the Amway Center. Fans can follow all of the live action via ECHL.TV or the free Mixlr audio stream. The Official Road Watch Party Destination, Palmetto Restaurant and Ale House located at 103 E. Beacon Drive in Greenville, will also stream the game live beginning at 7 p.m.

Check out the Greenville Swamp Rabbits Statistics

Share: Facebook | Twitter/X | LinkedIn | Reddit | Email



ECHL Stories from February 2, 2016


The opinions expressed in this release are those of the organization issuing it, and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts or opinions of OurSports Central or its staff.

OurSports Central