Tomahawks in 2nd Place in the East, Host Teddy Bear Toss and Ugly Holiday Sweater Night in December
Published on November 29, 2019 under North American Hockey League (NAHL)
Johnstown Tomahawks News Release
The Johnstown Tomahawks, now with 34 points on the season, trail the division-leading New Jersey Titans by 3 pts. (37 points)
DECEMBER 6-7 FEATURES SOUVENIR PLAYER CARD GIVEAWAY, TEDDY BEAR TOSS AND UGLY CHRISTMAS SWEATER NIGHT!
December 6th - Souvenir Player Card Giveaway - Ever want to see your favorite Tomahawks players on trading cards? Well you're in luck! We'll be giving away souvenir player trading cards to the first 500 fans through the gates! GAME STARTS AT 7:00 PM
December 7th - Teddy Bear Toss & Ugly Christmas Sweater Night - The popular Teddy Bear Toss returns on Saturday. Bring a teddy bear or other stuffed animal to the rink and be ready to toss it on the ice once the Tomahawks score their first goal. Also, don't forget to wear your favorite ugly Christmas sweater to the rink to get in the holiday spirit! Santa will also be on hand to visit fans. GAME STARTS AT 7:00 PM
Other promotions in December include Kids Eat Free night on Wednesday, December 18th, Holiday Music Fest on Monday, December 30th, and our New Year's Eve Celebration on Tuesday, December 31st.
It's not too late to take advantage of Season Tickets and Flex Packages to take advantage of perks like early admission to games! Just call 814-536-GOAL (4625) to get yours today. Single game tickets can be purchased in-person at the Box Office and online with Ticketmaster. The next home series will be November 22-23 against the Maryland Black Bears.
Charlie Johnson to be honored with Bobble Head on Friday, January 17th.
There are many reasons to be thankful for this hockey season... a winning team, amazing fans, great sponsors, a beautiful arena, Captain Trouba, Coach Letizia, Johnstown Legend Reggie Kent and of course Charlie! Charlie?
This year the Tomahawks are honoring four deserving long-time team members with their own bobble head giveaway series. Starting with a legend edition featuring Johnstown Jets legend and long time season ticket holder Reg Kent (Oct. 25th), a coaches edition featuring Tomahawks head coach and community leader Mike Letizia (Feb. 15th), and a players edition featuring fan-favorite and team leader Chris Trouba (March 14th).
The Tomahawks organization are especially thankful for a long time community volunteer, CHARLIE JOHNSON.
The Johnstown native will be honored by the Tomahawks organization on Friday January 17th for his 30 years of dedication and commitment to Johnstown Hockey and the Johnstown community. For 22 years with the Johnstown Chiefs and 8 years with the Tomahawks, Charlie continues to be a staple at home games, volunteering his time attending to various game day operation duties.
"In 30 years I've only missed two games. I take great pride in Johnstown hockey and I'm truly honored to be recognized by the team." said Charlie.
The two games missed were to attend his late mother's burial in South Carolina two seasons ago. In all, that's over 1000 games of loyal service and dedication to his favorite Johnstown hockey teams.
"Charlie deserves this recognition and we hope the community honors him along with us." said team president, Richard Bouchard. "His 41 years of service with the Tribune Democrat, 36 years of volunteering at the AAABA, and now 30 years with Johnstown hockey and everything in between, Charlie loves Johnstown and takes tremendous pride in the community he helps serve. He's been amazing and we appreciate everything he's done for Johnstown."
The Charlie Johnson Staffer Bobble Head edition will be limited to the first 1000 people through the door on Friday January 17th. Charlie himself will also be at the door welcoming guests and taking donations to benefit the youth hockey program of his alma mater, the Johnstown Trojans.
Tickets start at $7 for kids and $10 for adults, and can be purchased at the arena box office or by visiting Ticketmaster.com.
The Charlie Johnson Bobble Head Edition is presented in part by these fine sponsors...
Our Sons Chicken, the Johnstown Tomahawks Booster Club, Tulune's Living the Dream Bar & Grill, Stryking Boutique, K-Tees, Fetz's Sports Pub, Robert Barmoy Construction, Scott's by Dam and the Tribune Democrat.
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LAST WEEKEND: SWEPT HOME SERIES AGAINST MARYLAND.
The Johnstown Tomahawks hosted the Maryland Black Bears for a two game series on November 22nd and 23rd.
On Friday night, the Tomahawks came back from a 4-2 deficit in the third period to win in overtime 5-4.
The following night, they tied the game late in the third period to once again force overtime and defeat the Black Bears 5-4.
The Tomahawks are still in 2nd place in the East Division with 34 points, trailing the first place New Jersey Titans by 3 points. The Black Bears are in 4th place with 22 points, and are 4-3-3 in their last 10 games.
DID YOU KNOW? The Maryland Black Bears are only 1-5 this season against the Tomahawks. The two teams play two more series against each other, once in January and once in March.
PLAYER NEWS
Tomahawks veteran defenseman and team captain, Chris Trouba, is in good spirits after he sustained a scary injury occured Saturday night against the Black Bears. An awkward landing into the boards broke the C-6 vertabrae in his neck, but luckily there was no damage to his spinal cord. While he has to wear a neck brace for at least eight weeks, he is expected to make a full recovery. Chris and everyone in the Tomahawks organization appreciate all of the support and kind words we have received over the past several days.
*In support of our captain, we will also be holding a get well card collection for him on December 6th, 7th, and 18th during our home games. You can drop off a card at the Kids Club table or at the will call table. You may also drop one off in our office during business hours, 9:00am-5:00pm, or mail one to 326 Napoleon Street Suite 115, Johnstown, PA 15901. Kevin Ford has graciously offered to donate the shipping costs to get them all to Chris.*
Tomahawks forward, Christian Gorscak, had a monster weekend against the Black Bears. In two games he tallied six points (two goals and four assists), with one of his assists being on Malik Alishlalov's overtime game-winner Friday night, and one of his goals being the overtime game-winner Saturday night. After that performance, he now leads the team in points with 28 (10 goals and 18 assists).
IN THE COMMUNITY
Tomahawks Take Part in Several Community Events
This past week, Tomahawk players made visits to multiple schools to continue promoting our "Read to Succeed" program. This past Sunday, they also attended the Needy Children's Shopping Tour. While there, they interacted with the children while they shopped, made crafts, and enjoyed a visit with Santa.
On Sunday, December 8th, fans can visit some of the Tomahawks players and Chopper at the Christmas Market in Central Park from 1:00-3:00pm.
Be sure to follow us on Twitter (@JohnstownHawks) - You never know when our players will take over our social media and live tweet from our events and appearances!
Arena News
Disney on Ice will be visiting 1st SUMMIT ARENA starting on Thursday, January 9th, 2020. Come see your favorite Disney characters from movies such as Toy Story, The Little Mermaid, Cars, Frozen, and many more!
Shows will start on the 9th and conclude on Sunday, January 12th. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased online at Ticketmaster or in-person at the 1st SUMMIT ARENA box office! Please note that the box office cannot accept any ticket orders over the phone.
North American Hockey League Stories from November 29, 2019
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- Steel Open Weekend with 3-1 Win over Springfield - Chippewa Steel
- IceRays Defeat Ice Wolves Via Shootout Friday - Corpus Christi IceRays
- Black Bears Down Titans with Strong Third Period - Maryland Black Bears
- Tomahawks Fall to Rebels 3-1 - Johnstown Tomahawks
- Ice Wolves Tender Micah Maldonado - New Mexico Ice Wolves
- Tomahawks in 2nd Place in the East, Host Teddy Bear Toss and Ugly Holiday Sweater Night in December - Johnstown Tomahawks
- Titans Travel to Piney Orchard to Play Two against Black Bears - New Jersey Titans
- Wings vs. Bobcats Tonight at the Odde - Aberdeen Wings
- Pack the Pepsi - Minot Minotauros
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