MEDIA ADVISORY
September 23, 2015
For Immediate Release
HOCKEY CALGARY AND CALGARY SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
KICK OFF TO THE 2015 – 2016 SEASON
CALGARY, AB – Join Hockey Calgary and the Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation as we welcome the 2015-2016 season and announce our new Novice League partnership.
When: Friday, September 25, 2015
Time: 11:30 am – Light lunch provided
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome – Ed Whalen Lounge
In Attendance:
From Hockey Calgary
Ron Chicoyne – Chairman of the Board
Kevin Kobelka – Executive Director
From CALGARY SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT CORPORATION
John Bean – COO, Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation
"The start of the hockey season is one of the best times of the year," said Kevin Kobelka, Hockey Calgary’s Executive Director. "The enthusiasm of kids returning to the ice, or stepping on it for the first time, is infectious. We’re looking forward to kicking off a great season with our new partnership with the Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation (CSEC). The CSEC organization has always been a great supporter of hockey in the community, and our new partnership shows their continued commitment to grassroots sports in the community."
Hockey Calgary is the largest minor hockey association in Alberta and one of the largest and fastest growing in North America. Hockey Calgary has 21 member associations with over 13,500 players, 2,000 coaches and 1,200 officials. Hockey Calgary’s web site hosts the entire minor hockey schedule, standings & event listings. Please visit www.hockeycalgary.com to find hockey games near you.
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For more information please contact:
Lisa Rosengarten
Manager, Communications, Marketing & Events
Hockey Calgary
Office: 403.245.5773 ext. 205