ROYALS INTRODUCE
INAUGURAL HOCKEY HOOKY DAY
Victoria welcomes
students & business community in matinee contest.
For
Immediate Release
Tuesday,
February 10, 2015
Victoria,
BC- The Victoria
Royals today announced their inaugural Hockey Hooky Day to take place on
Tuesday, February 17th vs. the Moose Jaw Warriors at 12:05 p.m.
Hockey
Hooky Day is the Royals first ever weekday matinee game and is a fun and unique
hockey experience that will be a Field Trip of a Lifetime for the many school
classes in attendance and also the Businessman’s Special for the corporate
crowd.
“Our
initial intention was to partner with local schools on a field trip to the
arena for a game, complete with a well-constructed educational component, the
way other WHL cities have successfully held these games,” Royals’ General
Manager Cameron Hope said. “Then, as we secured the school groups, feedback
came in from fans about how this event also provides an opportunity for others
in the community to see a game. Members of the hospitality industry,
post-secondary students, and others who may have time on weekday afternoons,
but conflicts in the evening. We’ve been pleasantly surprised by the support
for the idea, and the feedback from local businesses and season ticket holders
who like the idea of an extended lunch for great live hockey.”
For schools
the Field Trip of a Lifetime combines the fun of a hockey game with an
educational component. In addition to lesson plans that were sent to the
school, students attending the game will also receive a workbook on arrival to
the rink. Throughout the game students will be able to participate in
educational activities on the jumbotron by completing their workbooks. Classes
that still want to get involved can purchase a discounted ticket and lunch
package by calling the Royals’ Ticket Office 250-220-7889.
Save-On-Foods
is also offering a chance for multiple classes to win tickets to the game by
entering the Big Class Breakaway contest. Full details on the Field Trip of a
Lifetime including lesson plans and contest details are available by visiting www.victoriaroyals.com/hockey-hooky.
Local
businesses are also encouraged to take advantage of the matinee contest by
taking an extended lunch. The Businessman’s Special provides businesses an
opportunity for team building and to connect with clients while enjoying the
game. Special group rates in club and side seating are available by calling
250-220-7889 or visiting www.victoriaroyals.com.
Whether
you’re coming to a game with your sports team, co-workers, or friends, group
together to save big and earn fun incentives. Discounted rates start at 10 or
more people and include a welcome message on the jumbotron. Arrange for 30 or
more tickets and receive a $25 credit to the Royals Team Store and two tickets
to a future game in a suite. Get your tickets in advance by calling
250-220-7777 or visiting at www.victoriaroyals.com.
