Worcester IceCats Night at the DCU Center on Saturday, January 22nd
Published on January 13, 2011 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Worcester Sharks News Release
WORCESTER, MA- Worcester Sharks President Michael A. Mudd announced today the special events surrounding IceCats Night - A Tribute to the Worcester IceCats at the DCU Center in Worcester on Saturday, January 22nd at 7:00pm vs. the Bridgeport Sound Tigers as the Sharks celebrate their 5th season of hockey in Worcester.
The first 3,000 fans will receive a Scratch (Worcester Ice Cats mascot) bobblehead doll and rumors are circulating that Scratch will be making a special appearance joining FINZ.
A special appearance by former Worcester IceCats defenseman Terry Virtue will highlight the promotions packed tribute to the IceCats as the Worcester Sharks will sport a Worcester IceCats jersey with Sharks logos to commemorate the 11 seasons on Worcester IceCats hockey at the DCU Center. The IceCats jerseys worn by the Sharks will be auctioned off throughout the game and a few select jerseys will be auctioned off via a live postgame auction with Sharks players.
Members from several youth hockey organizations will be sporting IceCats jerseys on the ice welcoming the 2010-11 Worcester Sharks during a special introduction as the Sharks announce their starting roster.
The inaugural class of the Worcester Hockey Hall of Fame which includes; Larz Anderson, Eddie Bates, Marvin Degon Sr., Kelly O'Leary, Terry Virtue, and Scott Young, will be inducted during an on-ice ceremony during the first intermission.
Doors will open at 3:30pm for the 3rd annual High School Hockey Clash presented by the Massachusetts Army National Guard featuring Hudson and Marlboro at 4pm in the 2nd of four high school hockey doubleheaders at the DCU Center this season. The WXLO street team will greet Sharks fans at 530pm in the DCU Center lobby.
Get your family fun pack (4 tickets, 4 hot dogs, and 4 sodas) for just $69 for all Friday, Saturday, and Sunday games! (must be purchased through the Sharks front office in advance at 508-929-0500).
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