The Battlefords North Stars hockey club is pleased to announce that effective Friday, October 2nd, fans will be able to enjoy alcoholic beverages in the stands during Battlefords North Star’s games.
The idea has been officially approved by the City of North Battleford and the Sask. Liquor Board.
“It becomes more of an enjoyable outing for fans,” said North Star’s President Ray Adelman who helped spear-head this idea. “We as a board feel like we have to step forward and try and generate more money for the hockey club, and this is a great way to offset some of our costs.”
Fans will only be allowed to purchase a maximum of two drinks per purchase, and must provide two pieces of ID. Liquor consumption in the stands will be cut off at the 10:00 mark of the third period.
“We hope that this addition will help fans enjoy our product even further. This is a privilege and we hope that our fans treat it as such,” said Adelman. “This way you don’t have to rush your beer between periods. You can relax, and spend more time visiting with fellow fans at your seats with a drink in hand.”
Up until this point, the North Stars were one of the few teams in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League that did not allow alcohol in the stands. Adelman hinted that some teams have generated close to 20,000$ of extra income thanks to this concept.
The Hot Stove Lounge will also be used after weekend home games for a new feature called “Coaches Corner.” After each weekend home-game, win or lose, Dan O’Connor will host a show with Ken Pearson and Blair Atcheynum. Fans will be encouraged to submit their questions to the coaching staff, and a several questions will be answered after each game.
The North Stars are working hard during the 09-10 season to involve the fans in more ways then ever before.
Dan O’Connor
Battlefords North Stars Media Relations and Broadcasting
Office: (306) - 445-7827
office@northstars.ca
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