Tip-A-Condor raises more than $16,000
March 20, 2008 - ECHL (ECHL)
Bakersfield Condors News Release
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. - The Bakersfield Condors waited tables, sang karaoke and even danced on stage as part of the 9th Annual Tip-A- Condor charity dinner and auction to benefit the Kern County Shrine Club this past Monday.
The Crystal Palace was standing-room only as Condors fans packed the house for an evening of fun and entertainment. The night got off on the right foot as Condors players Kevin Truelson, Reagan Leslie and Yutaka Fukufuji were paid to sing Trace Adkins' "Honky Tonk Badonkadonk." The crowd of nearly 500 laughed and applauded throughout the performance, though after the song Japanese-born Fukufuji said, "I don't understand. What is a Honky Tonk Badonkadonk?" The charity-minded Condors fans paid nearly $2,000 in tips alone to have the Condors christen them with their favorite tunes and serve their meals.
Following the dinner and entertainment the Tip-A- Condor live auction got underway. A signed Kevin Truelson All-Star jersey and autographed game-worn gloves fetched the top price of the night; going, going, gone for $2,000! The Condors also auctioned additional great Condors gear, memorabilia from other professional teams, a trip for two to Las Vegas, and unique opportunities such as golf and dine with the Condors and getting behind the mic to help announce a Condors game.
Overall, this year's Tip-A-Condor, sponsored by KUZZ 107.9, successfully raised $16,044 for the Kern County Shine Club. The Shrine Club raises money through charitable events to support Shriners children's hospitals and other local organizations. The Condors have now topped $94,000 during the Tip- A-Condor's nine-year history.
"I want to give thanks to the Bakersfield Condors for their participation and to the great fans of the Condors," said Shriners President Danny McGlothlin. "Without the fans, the night would not have been the success it was; on behalf of the Shrine Club we appreciate everything."
Notes from The Nest:
The Bakersfield Condors and Houchin Blood Bank are teaming up this March to help save lives. Anyone that donates blood during the month of March will receive a voucher for $1 admission to the Condors game on March 31. All donors will also be entered into a drawing to win great prizes, including a team-signed Condors jersey, the chance to drop the ceremonial first puck at a Condors game or the privilege of sitting in "the best seat in the house" for the March 31 game!
The End-of-Season Kids Club Party will take place at Rollerama West (7850 Brimhall Rd) on Wednesday, March 26 from 6 to 8 p.m. The event is open to all Condors Kids Club Members and their families. Kids Club members will be able to roller skate with the Bakersfield Condors and enjoy complementary hot dogs and sodas. Admittance and roller skate rental fees are $5.00 for family members.
The Condors Front Office will close at 3 p.m. on Friday, March 21 and the Rabobank Arena Box Office will close at 2 p.m., but will be open on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Condors team store will be closed on Saturday, March 22.
The Condors next home game is Monday, March 24 as Monday March Madness continues. On Monday it's NASCAR Night, all fans wearing a NASCAR shirt or jacket receive $1 terrace level admission to the game. There will also be a race- driven Jeff Gordon car equipped with a race simulator so that fans can take their turn driving like the pros.
For every goal the Condors score during March Monday Madness games, one fan is randomly drawn to win a season ticket for the 2008-09 season as part of the Mucho Season Ticket Giveaway. Also on Monday, the first 2,000 fans will receive a Kevin Truelson magnet, the fourth magnet of the five-piece March Monday Madness Magnet Collectors Series. Finally, all Condors jerseys are 50% off on Monday night!
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