Titans Form Fan Advisory Group

Published on September 1, 2011 under ECHL (ECHL)
Trenton Titans News Release


TRENTON, NJ - The Trenton Titans, in line with their dedication to their fan base and realizing important input can come from that group, have formed the Trenton Titans Fan Advisory Board, the team announced today.

The Advisory Board at inception consists of 10 selected longtime area hockey fans, Titans President/CEO Rich Lisk and members of the team's front office staff.

"When I first came up with the idea of a Fan Advisory Board, and incorporated it into the Philadelphia Soul, I thought it was a great business concept,'' said Lisk.

"Now, with the passion of the Trenton Titans fans, we will definitely take this concept to the next level.''

With its interaction with the team's front office, the Board, meeting monthly, will, in several ways, be of service to both the team and Titans fans in general.

Bernie Haney, who spearheaded the "Bring Back The Titans'' Facebook campaign, and has followed through with other on-line projects, will serve as chairman of the Advisory Board. Pam Bloom will fill the position of secretary.

Fans invited to serve on the Board include:

Bernard C. Haney (Chairman) has been a New Jersey Certified Assessor for the past 20 years, working for various local governments throughout the State. Bernie has served as president of the State, Regional and International Chapters of his professional organizations. He is a longtime Titans season ticket holder, and a past president of the Titans Booster Club from 2001-03.  He was actively involved in the "Bring Back the Titans" and "Welcome Back Titans" social media campaign, and is honored to be the first Chairperson of the Titans Advisory Board.  Bernie, his wife, Donna, and stepdaughters, Jennifer, April and Dawn live in New Egypt.

Pam Bloom (Secretary) is a passionate hockey fan who was an original Trenton Titans season-ticket holder. A retired special-education teacher, Pam is committed to volunteerism. She is co-chair of the Titans' Patriot Project, which will be seeking volunteers throughout the season, to join in supporting our military and their families.

Scott Rasz has been a season-ticket holder, with his family, since 2003. He's a Director of Technology by day whose fondest memory is traveling to Florida in 2005 to watch the Titans lift the Kelly Cup. He can be found in Section 107, Row CC.

Sue Elder is a longtime hockey and was an original Titans season-ticket holder. When she is not working at an area insurance company, she spends time with her two children, other family and friends, usually involved in something that is sports-related.

Ed Turek is a sports enthusiast. His first Trenton Titans game in 1999 made him into a hockey fanatic. He has over 30 years of sales experience in the refrigeration-equipment field and resides in Falls Township, Pa, with wife of 32 years, Janet, and two daughters - Meghan and Danielle - and son-in-law, Jim Rusay.

David Grimbley is originally from the North of England, He has a working background that covers a wide range, from sports journalism through business troubleshooting, and is thrilled the Titans are back and wants to cheer them on to the Kelly Cup.

Joe Bartzak, known as Puckhead to Titans fans, is a passionate longtime season-ticket holder who is thrilled the Titans have been re-established. He lives with wife, Cyndy, and his family in Bordentown.

Rudolph Fuessel is the owner of R. Fuessel Pump & Tank, Inc. of Trenton. He is a longtime fan and supporter of hockey in Trenton since the inception of the original Titans.

James Fouse, along with wife, Sarah, is a longtime resident of Trenton. Both he and his family have been season-ticket holders with all the Trenton teams - Titans, Devils, Thunder and Steel. He is a retired employee of the State of New.Jersey. He is happy to serve as a member of the Titans Fan Advisory Board and looks forward to the challenges and the return of the Titans to our city.

Jill Sheeley, is the wife of Dr. Dan Sheeley, who has been the official chiropractor for the Trenton Titans since their inception in 1999. She is the mother of two daughters, Rebecca and Francine, who is one of the Titans' biggest fans. A native of Bordentown, she has served on the Board of the Mercer ARC for many years.

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The Titans will play two preseason games, meeting Elmira at 7 p.m., Friday, Oct. 7 at Pro Skate in Monmouth Junction, and visiting Reading at the Sovereign Center at 4:05 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 9.

The team makes its regular-season ECHL return at Elmira Oct. 14, with its 2011-12 home-opener vs. Florida Oct. 22.

Season tickets are on sale by calling 609-341-1100. Single-game tickets will be available for purchase Sept. 6 by calling our office, at the Sun National Bank Center box office or on-line via ComcastTix.

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