NEWS RELEASE
October 26, 2012
For immediate release
MINOR HOCKEY SEASON KICKS OFF SATURDAY
CALGARY,ALTA - Hockey Calgary is pleased to announce over 13,000 kids will be kicking off the 2012 / 2013 minor hockey season starting this Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012.
"The beginning of the hockey season is always an exciting time of year. We have kids who will be lacing up their skates for the very first time, veterans who will be retiring their minor hockey jersey after this season and 4,000 volunteers who will make sure over 17,000 games are played this season at 37 rinks throughout the City,” said Christina Rogers, Manager, Communications.
Hockey Calgary is a volunteer driven organization that has been dedicated to helping young hockey players since 1949. Hockey Calgary is a branch of Hockey Alberta and is the governing body for all minor hockey in Calgary from Timbits to Junior (ages 4 to 21).
Hockey Calgary is the largest minor hockey association in Alberta and one of the largest and fastest growing in North America. Hockey Calgary has 24 member associations with over 13,500 players, 2,000 coaches and 1,200 officials.
“We’re lucky to be a part of such a fast growing city. We encourage kids to be active and healthy and we know hockey will give them a positive and fun experience. We're really looking forward to another great season,” said Rogers.
Hockey Calgary’s web site hosts the entire minor hockey schedule and standings. Please visit www.hockeycalgary.com to find hockey games near you.
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For more information, please contact:
Christina Rogers
Manager, Communications, Marketing & Events
Office: (403) 245.5773 ext. 203
Cell: (403) 354-4407
christina@hockeycalgary.com
Hockey Calgary
Max Bell Arena
1111 Barlow Tr. SE
Calgary, AB
T2E 6S2
www.hockeycalgary.com