U.S. National Team to invade Pepsi Coliseum
September 11, 2006 - United States Hockey League (USHL)
Indiana Ice News Release
INDIANAPOLIS, IN- The Indiana Ice will host the U.S. National Team Development Program (NTDP) in a preseason game on Saturday (9/23) at 7 p.m. from the Pepsi Coliseum.
Comprised of the most talented hockey prospects across the nation, the U.S. National Team is entering their tenth season of play and compete against NCAA Division I opponents, junior hockey programs, and also participate in three international tournaments throughout their season.
"It will be a gauge to see where we stand," said Ice Head Coach Jack Bowkus. "They're a well disciplined team with some promising young players. Their program has had a lot of success."
Since 1998, 124 NTDP players have been selected in the NHL Entry Draft including 24 first round selections. Former players Erik Johnson (2006) and Rick DiPietro (2000) were first overall picks by St. Louis and the New York Islanders respectively. In addition, the 2006 U.S. Olympic Team included three former NDTP players in goaltender Rick DiPietro (NY Islanders) and defensemen Jordan Leopold (Colorado) and John-Michael Liles (Colorado).
The 2006-2007 preseason begins for the Ice this weekend when the team hits the road for back to back games against the Chicago Steel on Saturday (9/16) and Sunday (9/17) from the Edge Ice Arena. Saturday's tilt is a 7 p.m. face-off, while Sunday's matinee is scheduled for 1:30 p.m.
Tickets are now on sale for the September 23rd game against the U.S. National Team for $7.50 and $5.50. Fans can purchase tickets for all Pepsi Coliseum home games at all Ticketmaster locations including Karma Records, select L.S. Ayres and the Pepsi Coliseum and Conseco Fieldhouse box offices, or by calling 239-5151 or online at ticketmaster.com. For all the latest Ice information, please visit www.indianaice.com.
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