Celebration of Hockey in Colorado
The Avalanche will commemorate the game's history in the state on Oct. 24The "Celebration of Hockey in Colorado” will take place on Saturday, Oct. 24 as part of the Colorado Avalanche's 20th Anniversary Season presented by Avaya and Arrow Electronics. The Avs will wear their new third jerseys during that night's contest against the Columbus Blue Jackets at Pepsi Center, and several former Colorado Rockies hockey players from 1976-1982 NHL team will be honored during a pre-game ceremony.
During the intermissions, the impact of the organization throughout the region and community will be highlighted.
Representatives from over 50 youth hockey associations and over 40 high school teams will be recognized during the first intermission, demonstrating the expansion of youth and adult leagues statewide.
The second intermission will be dedicated to the influence that the Avalanche and Kroenke Sports Charities has had in the community since 1995, having raised over $16 million to support community programs.
The Avalanche will also look back at how some of the people and fans have shared their personal lives and built lasting relationships with the team and organization.
Fans can purchase tickets to the game online at ColoradoAvalanche.com or by calling (866) 461-6556. Tickets can also be purchased at the Pepsi Center box office.
-- Avalanche Press Release --
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10/09/2015 - 09:00
