Orlando Solar Bears hockey team announces revisions to home schedule

SOLAR BEARS ANNOUNCE REVISIONS TO SCHEDULE

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Orlando, FL – The Orlando Solar Bears announced today that they have made revisions to their home schedule.

“Anticipation continues to build as we approach our Out of Hibernation season,” said Bob Ohrablo, Chief Operating Officer/Managing Partner of the Orlando Solar Bears. “Thanks to the hard work and cooperation of the ECHL and its member clubs, the Orlando Magic, and the Amway Center we are able to continue to offer a family friendly schedule.”

A complete copy of the home and road schedule is listed below. PLEASE NOTE:

- October 27th has been moved to October 25th vs. South Carolina Stingrays

- December 29th has been moved to December 28th vs. Florida Everblades

- January 20th moves to January 17th vs. Wheeling Nailers

- March 3rd moves to November 7th vs. Gwinnett Gladiators

- March 29th moves to February 8th vs. Florida Everblades

In addition, the Solar Bears will open their Out of Hibernation season on Friday, October 12th and Saturday, October 13th at the Florida Everblades. The October 12th game was originally scheduled for January 15th.

Notes:

Over the next 2-6 weeks the Solar Bears expect to announce a number of player signings, our new radio broadcast partner, details for our OSB Training Camp dates and Open Invitation Try-Out, Single Game Ticket “On Sale” date, details regarding the formation of the OSB Alumni Association, details about two trophies that will be awarded annually to a current Solar Bears player in honor and memory of both Dan Snyder and Rob Kenny, and a number of exciting promotional events. In addition, the Solar Bears will unveil a commemorative “Out of Hibernation” logo that will be affixed to the team’s home and road jerseys for the 2012-13 season. The team also plans to unveil its 3rd jersey during the early portion of the season. Follow the Solar Bears at OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com, Facebook and Twitter for all the latest news and updates.

The Orlando Solar Bears, the ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild and AHL’s Houston Aeros, are coming Out of Hibernation and will play 36 regular season home games at the 2012 Street and Smith’s Sports Business Journal Sports Facility of the Year, the Amway Center, beginning October 20, 2012.

Season ticket plans are available. Everyone is invited to take advantage of the Orlando Solar Bears season ticket pre-sale offer by placing a $50 deposit per ticket now to receive seat selection priority. Full and half season ticket plans range in price from $225-$1480 per season ticket (includes facility fee), reflecting a savings of up to 42% off box office pricing. Call the Solar Bears at 407-951-8200 or visit OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com.

Group tickets are a great way to entertain employees, co-workers, clients, friends and family. For more information on discounted group tickets and a list of group benefits, call 407-951-8200.

Orlando Solar Bears merchandise can be purchased online at: http://shop.orlandosolarbearshockey.com/

Full schedule on next page

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