Worcester Sharks Announce Formation of Worcester Hockey Hall of Fame

Published on November 16, 2010 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Worcester Sharks News Release


WORCESTER - Worcester Sharks President Michael A. Mudd announced today the formation of the Worcester Hockey Hall of Fame to recognize individuals who have made a significant impact in the sport of hockey in central Massachusetts as a player, coach, administrator, as a member of the media, or as a builder in professional, collegiate, high school, or amateur hockey.

The Worcester Sharks will recognize the first class of inductees on Saturday, January 22 before the Sharks host the Bridgeport Sound Tigers on "IceCats Night - a tribute to the Worcester IceCats."

"When the Sharks arrived to Worcester in 2006, we were surprised to learn that there was no type of platform to recognize individuals who have contributed to the great sport of hockey in central Massachusetts, said Mudd. "We feel the time is right for the Sharks to step up and begin to recognize individuals from all different facets of the game who have helped our sport continue to be the best in the world."

Each year, the WHHF Committee will review nominations for the upcoming class. To submit a nomination for the 2011 WHHF class, please email HallOfFame@SharksAHL.com a brief and general description as to why the nominee should be considered for this honor.

The WHHF committee is as follows; (in alphabetical order)

Bill Ballou - Worcester Telegram & Gazette

John Coughlin - former Worcester State hockey assistant coach

Peter Glanville - former Auburn A.D. and varsity hockey head coach

Michael Mudd - President, Worcester Sharks

Arthur Sachse - former youth hockey coach, Supervisor of Off-Ice Officials at Sharks games

Kevin Shea - Sports Director, Charter TV3

Sherman Whitman - News Director, WTAG

This year's class is expected to include 4-6 inductees and will be honored on the ice before the Sharks game on January 22. The 2011 class will be announced in early January.

For more information regarding the Worcester Hockey Hall Of Fame please contact the Sharks front office at 508-929-0500 or email HallOfFame@SharksAHL.com.

The busy stretch continues for the Sharks with another 3-in-3 weekend, with all three games against Atlantic Division opponents.

On Friday, the Sharks travel to Manchester for a 7pm tilt at the Verizon Wireless Arena.

On Saturday, the Sharks make their first trip to Portland with a 7pm battle against the Pirates.

On Sunday, the Sharks host the Springfield Falcons at 3pm with a special visit from Dora the Explorer presented by Charter Communications!

Its $5 Kids Sundays presented by Papa Gino's! Kids 12-and-under are just $5 with a purchase of an adult gold level ticket! With each complete purchase (along with the purchase of an adult gold level ticket) fans will receive a FREE large cheese pizza coupon to be used at participating Papa Gino's locations. The $5 Kids Sunday ticket offer will only be available at the DCU Center Box Office on the day of the game.

Get your family fun pack (4 tickets, 4 hot dogs, and 4 sodas) for just $69 for all Friday and Saturday games! (must be purchased through the Sharks front office in advance at 508-929-0500)

Chris Curtis, Marina Riva, Jonathan Forsberg, Jason Jones, Kristen Moore, and Matt Renzulli are taking deposits for the Sharks 5th season in Worcester! Jump in today and save over 30% off box office prices! Some of the exclusive benefits for full season ticket holders will include:

* Guaranteed same seat for all 40 home dates and playoff home games at the DCU Center

* Priority access to purchase tickets to DCU Center events (subject to availability)

* Five FREE friends and family vouchers

* Exclusive events with the Worcester Sharks players

* Merchandise discounts and much, much, more!

Season ticket packages and group tickets for the 2010-11 season are on sale now by contacting the Worcester Sharks Office at 508.929.0500 or by crashing the net at www.SharksAHL.com .

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