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THE ORLANDO MAGIC TO HOST MAGIC DANCER AUDITIONS FOR 2013-14 SEASON

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THE ORLANDO MAGIC TO HOST MAGIC DANCER AUDITIONS

FOR 2013-14 SEASON

 

Orlando, Fla. (June 10, 2013) – The Orlando Magic will be hosting dancer auditions for the 2013-14 Orlando Magic season during the months of June and July, with final auditions set for July 18 at the Amway Center. The audition process will include pre-audition classes, a one-day training camp, a first round of auditions and the aforementioned finals, which will take place in the Disney Atrium at the Amway Center. Continue reading →

Orlando City Match Recap by Chris Jones

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Photo Credit: Alex Schierholtz/Sportstalk Florida
Team                      1    2    FinalOrlando City              0    2    2   

Antigua Barracuda FC      0    0    0   

Scoring Summary:

ORL- Jamie Watson (penalty) 87th

ORL- Dom Dwyer (Jamie Watson) 90th

Lineups/Substitutions:

Orlando City- GK Jon Kempin, D Erik Ustruck, Oumar Diakhite, Justin Clark, Brian Fekete (Bryan Burke 66’), M Adama Mbengue (Jamie Watson 53’), Christian Duke, Ian Fuller (Dom Dwyer 46’), Freddie Braun, Jonathan Mendoza, F Dennis Chin (Long Tan 53’) Continue reading →

CFBACC @ Orlando Lions x Phoenix F.C. Match

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Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, invited the CFBACC to the City Suite at The Citrus Bowl to watch the latest Game on June 7th.  Continue reading →

ORLANDO MAGIC’S HOME AMWAY CENTER RECEIVES INTERNATIONAL ACCLAIM AS RECIPIENT OF 2013 CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE AWARD

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ORLANDO MAGIC’S HOME AMWAY CENTER RECEIVES INTERNATIONAL ACCLAIM AS RECIPIENT OF 2013 CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE AWARD

 

Orlando, Fla. (June 6, 2013)— The Orlando Magic’s home, the Amway Center, was honored with the 2013 Customer Experience Award today during TheStadiumBusiness Awards presentation held in association with TheStadiumBusiness Summit in Manchester, England.

“The Magic are extremely honored to be recognized along with our partners at the Amway Center, for our value of placing our customer first,” said Orlando Magic CEO Alex Martins.   “We thank our partners at the Disney Institute for assisting us in implementing our vision of making the Amway Center the most customer-centric and focused facility in sports.”

TheStadiumBusiness Summit is the largest dedicated meeting in the world of the owners, operators and developers of the world’s leading stadiums, arenas and major sports venues. Previous recipients have included City Square/Etihad Stadium, Manchester City FC, Manchester, England (2012), The Family Area – Cardiff City FC, Cardiff, Wales (2011) and The O2 Arena, London, England (2010). Continue reading →

SOLAR BEARS REMAIN ACTIVE IN THE COMMUNITY Organization Continues Community Involvement

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SOLAR BEARS REMAIN ACTIVE IN THE COMMUNITY

Organization Continues Community Involvement

Orlando, FL – The Orlando Solar Bears have continued to stay active in the Orlando and Central Florida community since the end of the season, and have participated in many events since season’s end.

On March 28th, players and staff volunteered to pass out hot dogs, condiments, and beverages at the Christian Service Center’s Annual Street Celebration. The Center served its 3,750,000th meal at Daily Bread during the event, which also featured free music, face painting, popcorn, and cotton candy.Shades and Boy Scouts

Saturday, April 13, saw the Solar Bears take part in two events in the Orlando area. Solar Bears staff members brought the Slap Shot Cage to the 20th year of WJRR’s Earthday Birthday concert at Tinker Field. Later that evening, staff and management participated in American Cancer Society‘s Cattle Baron’s Ball at the Rosen Shingle Creek. Over $400,000 was raised to help the ongoing pursuit of a cure for cancer.

On April 16, the Orlando Solar Bears sponsored the Central Florida Council of Boy Scouts of America’s Golden Eagle Dinner at the Amway Center. The founder of the Orlando Magic, Jimmy Hewitt, was honored in front of over 1,100 community  leaders including Dinner Chairman Alex Martins and Co-Chairs Sheriff Jerry Demings, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs. The fundraising dinner brought in over $889,000 to support Scouting throughout Central Florida which in turn serves over 25,000 Central Florida families.

The Solar Bears took part in another dinner on April 19 as management and staff attended the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida’s Celebrate the Children Dinner and Auction. More than 1,000 community members from over 200 companies turned out for the dinner which raised over $600,000 to directly benefit at-risk children in the Central Florida community and enhance core youth development programs at their 29 Clubs.

In early May, Shades helped support the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life. On May 3, Shades wore the special Hockey Fights Cancer pink jersey while visiting relay sites in Orlando and Kissimmee. The American Cancer Society Relay For Life is a life-changing event that gives everyone in communities across the globe a chance to Celebrate the lives of people who have  battled cancer, Remember loved ones lost, and Fight Back against the disease. Each year, more than 4 million people in over 20 countries take part in this global phenomenon and raise much-needed funds and awareness to save lives from cancer.

Less than two weeks ago, on May 11, Solar Bears defenseman Ed Levens walked the runway as part of Runway to Hope’s Spring Fashion Soiree for children fighting cancer. USA Gold Medalist Gabby Douglas and Twilight Saga actress Ashley Greene hosted the fashion show featuring more than 60 children ages 2-18 who are currently battling or have overcome their cancer escorted by local celebrities.Shades Relay for Life

Last week, on May 16, the Solar Bears made a visit to the Orlando VA Medical Hospital. Shades donned his special Solar Bears Camo jersey while visiting patients and hanging out with the VA Hospital staff.

The Orlando Solar Bears, the ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild and AHL’s Iowa Wild, play all of their home games at the 2012 Street and Smith’s Sports Business Journal Sports Facility of the Year, the Amway Center.

Follow the Solar Bears at www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com, Facebook, and Twitter (@OrlandoHockey) for all the latest news and updates.

Don’t get shut-out when we sell out! 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 for the 2013-14 season. Call the Solar Bears at 407-951-8200 or visit www.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 or visit www.orlandosolarbearshockey.com/groups.

Officially licensed Orlando Solar Bears replica team jerseys, apparel, and headwear can be purchased online at: 
http://shop.orlandosolarbearshockey.com/

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ORLANDO MAGIC TO HOST SOUTHWEST AIRLINES® ORLANDO PRO SUMMER LEAGUE

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SOUTHWEST AIRLINES® ORLANDO PRO SUMMER LEAGUE

-Ten teams to take part in six-day event July 7-12-

 

Orlando, Fla. – The Orlando Magic will host the Southwest Airlines Orlando Pro Summer League at the team’s practice court at the Amway Center from July 7-12, 2013. The 25-game, six-day event will feature the Orlando Magic, Boston Celtics, Brooklyn Nets, Detroit Pistons, Houston Rockets, Indiana Pacers, Miami Heat, Oklahoma City Thunder, Philadelphia 76ers and Utah Jazz. Continue reading →

Orlando Magic’s Jameer Nelson Presented Runway To Hope $25K to Help Fight Childhood Cancer

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Orlando Magic’s Jameer Nelson Presented Runway To Hope $25K to Help Fight Childhood Cancer

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Orlando Magic guard Jameer Nelson presented Runway To Hope with a check for $25,000 at their 2013 Spring Fashion Soiree fundraiser on Saturday, May 11.  Nelson also served as a “celebrity escort” during the fashion show to support the organization at their annual fundraiser.

“I truly adore what this foundation is about,” said Nelson.  “Hopefully one day we can find a cure for childhood cancer…From my heart I think this is a great cause, it’s such an honor to be involved in it.” Continue reading →

Orlando Dominates Antigua 7-2 Dwyer with hat trick in first half, score marks biggest margin of victory in franchise history in USL PRO play

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Photo Credit: Jon Lorentz/Orlando City SC

Team                      1    2    Final

Orlando City              5    2    7

Antigua Barracuda FC      0    2    2

Scoring Summary:

ORL- Dom Dwyer (Jamie Watson) 1st

ORL- Anthony Pulis (Dennis Chin) 4th

ORL- Dennis Chin (Jamie Watson) 12th

ORL- Dom Dwyer (unassisted) 17th

ORL- Dom Dwyer (Luke Boden) 40th

ORL- Antigua (own goal) 49th

ORL- Rob Valentino (Jonathan Mendoza) 54th

ANT- Hazeley Pyle (unassisted) 76th

ANT-Orlando (own goal) 89th

Lineups/Substitutions:

Orlando City- GK Sean Kelley, D Yann Songo’o, Bryan Burke (Erik Ustruck 62), Luke Boden, Rob Valentino (Justin Clark 55), M Anthony Pulis, James O’Connor, Kevin Molino (Adama Mbengue 65), Jamie Watson (Jonathan Mendoza 46), F Dom Dwyer, Dennis Chin (Long Tan 44)

Antigua Barracuda FC- Molbin Jmaes, D George Dublin, Karanja Mack, Jamoy Stevens (Hazeley Pyle 31), Toric Robinson, M Lawson Robinson, Omaire Daniel, Tamorley Thomas (Andre Manders 65), Eugene Kirwan, F Randolph Burton, Lloyde Jeremy (Rolston Phoeniz 80)

Penalty Summary:

ANT- Randolph Burton (Yellow) 35’

ANT-George Dublin (Yellow) 37’

Match Facts:

Time of Match: 7:30 p.m. EST

Weather: Clear/Cloudy Continue reading →

Orlando Magic Youth Foundation Awards Two Local Students $12K in Scholarships -Since 1995, the Orlando Magic and its foundations have awarded nearly $500,000 in scholarships to local students-

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Orlando Magic Youth Foundation Awards Two Local Students $12K in Scholarships

-Since 1995, the Orlando Magic and its foundations have awarded nearly $500,000 in scholarships to local students-

 

left to right: STUFF the Magic Mascot, Magic VP of Community Relations Linda Landman Gonzalez, Magic Community Ambassador Bo Outlaw, Florentino Ubiles (father of winner), Timber Creek High School student Reina Ubiles, Timber Creek Principal Gabriel Barrio, Kimberly Ubiles (mother of winner), OMYF Coordinator Gene Martin, Valencia College Dean of Business Dr. Carin Gordon, Valencia College Dean of Social Science/Physical Education Dr. Lee Thomas, Valencia College Scholarship Coordinator Jen Bhagirath. On May 1, Timber Creek HS student Reina Ubiles was surprised in her classroom by Magic representatives with news of her $6,000 Valencia College Orlando Magic Youth Foundation Scholarship. Photo taken by Gary Bassing.
Seminole High School student Dana Liang was surprised in her school by Magic representatives with news of the Seminole State Orlando Magic Youth Foundation Scholarship. Liang was awarded a $6,000 scholarship by the OMYF on May 1. Photo taken by Gary Bassing.
Seminole High School student Dana Liang, Magic Community Ambassador Bo Outlaw, Meizhen Mai (Liang’s mother), STUFF the Magic Mascot, Orlando Magic Youth Foundation Administrator Stephanie Allen, Seminole State College Foundation Scholars Program Success Coach Tanya Fritz. Liang was surprised in her school by Magic representatives with news of her $6,000 Seminole State OMYF Scholarship on May 1. Photo taken by Gary Bassing.

Orlando, Fla.  (May 1, 2013) – In surprise presentations at their high schools on Wednesday, May 1, Timber Creek High School student Reina Ubiles and Seminole High School student Dana Liang were awarded the Valencia College and Seminole State Orlando Magic Youth Foundation (OMYF) Scholarships, respectively. Magic Community Ambassador Bo Outlaw, STUFF the Magic mascot, along with the OMYF scholarship committee traveled to each winner’s high school surprising the students with large novelty checks and news of their scholarships.  The presentations occurred on May 1 at each of the winner’s schools during a surprise visit to their classrooms.  The scholarships are made possible through the OMYF. Since 1995, the Orlando Magic and its foundations have awarded $495,750 to 62 students from the Central Florida area. Continue reading →

(3 Brazilians) NBA ANNOUNCES EARLY ENTRY CANDIDATES FOR 2013 NBA DRAFT PRESENTED BY STATE FARM

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NBA ANNOUNCES EARLY ENTRY CANDIDATES FOR

2013 NBA DRAFT PRESENTED BY STATE FARM

 

NEW YORK , May 1, 2013 - The National Basketball Association announced today that 77 players, including 46 players from U.S. colleges and 31 international players, have filed as early entry candidates for the 2013 NBA Draft presented by State Farm.

 

Players wishing to enter the 2013 NBA Draft were required to submit a letter to the NBA to be received no later than Sunday, April 28. Players who have applied for early entry have the right to withdraw their names from consideration for the Draft by notifying the NBA of their decision in writing no later than 5 p.m. ET on Monday, June 17.

 

Following is the list of players from U.S. colleges and post-graduate institutions who have applied for early entry into the 2013 NBA Draft, which will be held Thursday, June 27, at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y.:

EARLY ENTRY CANDIDATES FOR 2013 NBA DRAFT

 

Player                                      School                                      Height              Status

Steven Adams                            Pittsburgh                                  7-0                   Freshman

C.J. Aiken                                 St. Joseph?s                               6-9                   Junior

Anthony Bennett                         UNLV                                       6-8                   Freshman

Vander Blue                               Marquette                                  6-4                   Junior

Lorenzo Brown                          North Carolina State                   6-5                   Junior

Reggie Bullock                           North Carolina                           6-7                   Junior

Trey Burke                                Michigan                                   6-0                   Sophomore

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope           Georgia                                     6-5                   Sophomore

Michael Carter-Williams              Syracuse                                   6-5                   Sophomore

Adrien Coleman                          Bethune-Cookman                      6-5                   Junior

Allen Crabbe                              California                                   6-6                   Junior

Dewayne Dedmon                      Southern California                     7-0                   Junior

Gorgui Dieng                             Louisville                                   6-11                  Junior

Jamaal Franklin                          San Diego State                          6-5                   Junior

Archie Goodwin                         Kentucky                                   6-4                   Freshman

Tim Hardaway Jr.                      Michigan                                   6-6                   Junior

Grant Jerrett                              Arizona                                     6-10                  Freshman

Christian Kabongo                      New Mexico State                      6-4                   Sophomore

Myck Kabongo                          Texas                                        6-1                   Sophomore

Shane Larkin                              Miami                                       5-11                  Sophomore

Ricky Ledo                                Providence                                6-7                   Freshman

Alex Len                                    Maryland                                   7-1                   Sophomore

C.J. Leslie                                 North Carolina State                   6-9                   Junior

Nurideen Lindsey                       Rider                                         6-3                   Junior

Amath M?Baye                           Oklahoma                                  6-9                   Junior

Ray McCallum                           Detroit                                      6-3                   Junior

Ben McLemore                          Kansas                                      6-5                   Freshman

Tony Mitchell                            North Texas                              6-8                   Sophomore

Shabazz Muhammad                   UCLA                                       6-6                   Freshman

Nerlens Noel                              Kentucky                                   6-10                  Freshman

Victor Oladipo                            Indiana                                      6-5                   Junior

Kelly Olynyk                              Gonzaga                                    7-0                   Junior

Norvel Pelle                               Los Angeles College Prep. Acad.  6-9                   Post-Graduate

Otto Porter Jr.                           Georgetown                               6-8                   Sophomore

Marshawn Powell                       Arkansas                                   6-7                   Junior

Phil Pressey                               Missouri                                    5-11                  Junior

Andre Roberson                         Colorado                                   6-7                   Junior

Joshua Simmons                        Spartanburg Methodist (JC)         6-4                   Freshman

Trevis Simpson                          North Carolina-Greensboro          6-4                   Junior

Tony Snell                                 New Mexico                              6-7                   Junior

Tahj Tate                                   Delaware State                           6-4                   Sophomore

John Taylor                               Fresno Pacific                            6-1                   Junior

Adonis Thomas                          Memphis                                   6-7                   Sophomore

Deshaun Thomas                       Ohio State                                 6-7                   Junior

B.J. Young                                Arkansas                                   6-3                   Sophomore

Cody Zeller                                Indiana                                      6-11                  Sophomore

 

The following is the list of international players who have applied for early entry into the 2013 NBA Draft (*note that country is where they are currently playing at):

 

Player                                      Team/Country                          Height              Status

Alejandro Abrines                       Barcelona (Spain)                       6-6                   1993 DOB

Giannis Adetokunbo                    Filathlitikos (Greece)                   6-9                   1994 DOB

Francois Affia Ambadiang           Geoplin Slovan (Slovenia)            6-11                  1993 DOB

Nemanja Besovic                        Partizan (Serbia)                         7-2                   1992 DOB

Bogdan Bogdanovic                    Partizan (Serbia)                         6-6                   1992 DOB

Matias Bortolin                           Arkadia (Austria)                        6-9                   1993 DOB

Linos Chrysikopoulos                 PAOK (Greece)                          6-9                   1992 DOB

Laszlo Dobos                             Zaragoza (Spain)                        7-3                   1993 DOB

Dorde Drenovac                         Biancoblu (Italy)                         6-8                   1992 DOB

Viktor Gaddefors                        Oknoplast Bologna (Italy)            6-7                   1992 DOB

Rudy Gobert                              Cholet (France)                          7-0                   1992 DOB

Mouhammadou Jaiteh                 Boulogne (France)                      6-10                  1994 DOB

Livio Jean-Charles                      ASVEL (France)                        6-8                   1993 DOB

Sergey Karasev                          Triumph (Russia)                       6-7                   1993 DOB

Louis Labeyrie                           Paris-Levallois (France)              6-10                  1992 DOB

Raul Neto                                  Lagun Aro GBC (Spain)              6-1                   1992 DOB

Philipp Neumann                        Brose Baskets (Germany)            6-10                  1992 DOB

Lucas Riva Nogueira                   Estudiantes (Spain)                     7-0                   1992 DOB

Alexandre Paranhos                    Flamengo (Brazil)                       6-8                   1992 DOB

Artem Pustovyi                          Khimik (Ukraine)                        7-1                   1992 DOB

Bogdan Radosavljevic                 Bayern Muenchen (Germany)      6-11                  1993 DOB

Marko Ramljak                           Zadar (Croatia)                           6-6                   1993 DOB

Dario Saric                                Cibona (Croatia)                         6-9                   1994 DOB

Dennis Schroder                        New Yorker Phantoms (Germany)     6-1                   1993 DOB

Strahinja Stojacic                        Smederevo (Serbia)                    6-5                   1992 DOB

Walter Tavares                           Gran Canaria (Spain)                  7-2                   1992 DOB

Daniel Theis                               Ratiopharm (Germany)               6-8                   1992 DOB

Janis Timma                              Ventspils (Latvia)                       6-7                   1992 DOB

Marko Todorovic                       Barcelona (Spain)                       6-10                  1992 DOB

Axel Toupane                             Strasbourg (France)                   6-6                   1992 DOB

Adin Vrabac                               Spars Sarajevo (Bosnia)              6-7                   1994 DOB

Orlando City Match Cancelled Due to Severe Weather

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Orlando City Match Cancelled Due to Severe Weather

Rescheduled match against VSI Tampa Bay TBD

ORLANDO, Fla.—The match between Orlando City SC and VSI Tampa Bay FC was cancelled due to severe weather just before 8:30 p.m. Tuesday night at Fifth Third Bank Field at the Florida Citrus Bowl. After an hour delay, team and league officials called the game due to an incoming severe weather system that would not allow play to occur. The match will be rescheduled at a future date, which is currently to be determined.

Tickets for tonight’s match will be valid for the rescheduled game. For more information on tickets, fans can call 855-ORL-CITY.

The Lions now turn their attention toward Saturday, May 4, against Antigua Barracuda FC. The Barracudas are currently 0-3-0 through three games in 2013. The Lions are 5-1-0 all-time against Antigua, with their only loss coming at home in 2011, the last time Orlando has lost at home in the regular season.

For more information on Saturday’s match, visit Orlandocitysoccer.com.

 

Celebrities at Kings Bowl Orlando

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Kings Bowl Orlando hosted its Grand Opening on April 16th as a fundraising event to benefit the Orlando Ballet called “Bowl-Erina.” Kings was host along with Robert Earl, founder and CEO of Planet Hollywood International, and his wife Tricia Earl.  Pictured in the photograph from left to right are Robert Earl, Kings president and founder Patrick Lyons and Tricia Earl. Continue reading →

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® to honor Coach Don Shula at 11th annual FedEx/St. Jude Angels & Stars Gala in Miami

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Performer, Multi-platinum GRAMMY/Latin GRAMMY winning recording artist, Carlos Vives
Coach Don Shula, Honoree of the 2013 FedEx/St. Jude Angels & Stars Gala
Daisy Fuentes, the FedEx/St. Jude Angels & Stars Gala co-founder

Special live performance by Multi-platinum GRAMMY/Latin GRAMMY winning recording artist Carlos Vives

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital(®) will host its 11(th) annual FedEx/St. Jude Angels & Stars gala presented by Manuel and Mercedes Mosteiro at the JW Marriott Marquis Miami at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 18(th). On this special evening, St. Jude will honor National Football League’s (NFL) all-time winning coach, Don Shula, with the 2013 “St. Jude Al-Rashid Hope Award” for his life-long commitment to helping the community and his unparalleled contributions to the NFL. The gala will celebrate the life-mission of St. Jude, one of the world’s premier centers for the research and treatment of pediatric cancer and other deadly diseases. This unique event will include a live performance by Multi-platinum GRAMMY / Latin GRAMMY winning recording artist, Carlos Vives. Continue reading →

Kissimmee Blue Skies & Silver Spurs Festival Takes Flight May 31- June 2, 2013

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EXPERIENCE KISSIMMEE LOGOWith four festivals rolled into one, family fun is at an all-time high this summer. Look up toward the blue skies as hot air balloons lift up, up and away, feel the rush during wild rodeo action, sway to original country tunes and challenge your endurance at an adventure race during the inaugural Kissimmee Blue Skies & Silver Spurs Festival.

The festival promises three days of excitement and fun from May 31- June 2, 2013 at Formosa Gardens and Osceola Heritage Park (OHP) in Kissimmee, Fla.

Rope in the excitement as you watch professional rodeo cowboys fight to stay on an angry bull and cowgirls run barrels astride their horses during the Silver Spurs Rodeo. The rodeo, held at the indoor Silver Spurs Arena, is the largest sanctioned rodeo east of the Mississippi and has been a Kissimmee favorite since the 1940s.Rodeo events will take place at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 31 and Saturday, June 1 at OHP. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at silverspursrodeo.com. Continue reading →

MATCH RECAP: Orlando Draws Charlotte 1-1, Moves to Top of League Standings

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Team                 1    2    Final

Orlando City         1    0    1

Charlotte Eagles     0    1    1

Scoring Summary:

Orlando- Dom Dwyer (Luke Boden) 8th

Charlotte- Nathan Thornton (unassisted) 90th

Lineups/Substitutions:

Orlando City- GK Sean Kelley, D Yann Songo’o, Bryan Burke, Luke Boden, Rob Valentino, M Anthony Pulis, Freddie Braun, Kevin Molino, Jamie Watson, F Dom Dwyer, Long Tan (Jean Alexandre 61’)

Charlotte- GK Eric Reed, D Fejiro Okiomah, Tyler Newnam, Matthew Gold, Shaun Francis M Nathan Thornton, Sergio Villasenor (Mitchily Waul 41’), Stephen Okai (Christian Meda 27’), Juan Guzman, Samuel Asante, F Christian Ramirez  (Stefan Smith 79’)

Penalty Summary:

6’ Sergio Villasenor (Yellow)

26’ Fejiro Okiomah (Yellow)

40’ Freddie Braun (Yellow)

45’ Kevin Molino (Yellow)

45’ Samuel Asante (Yellow)

72’ Shaun Francis (Yellow)

73’ Tyler Newnam (Yellow)

Match Facts:

Time of Match: 7:00 p.m. EST

Weather: Clear

Orlando City Soccer LogoOrlando Draws Charlotte 1-1, Moves to Top of League Standings

Late Charlotte Goal in 90th Minute Equalizes Match, Lions Earn Point On The Road

Charlotte, N.C.— Orlando City (3-2-0, 10 points) drew the Charlotte Eagles (1-1-1, 4 points) 1-1 at the Queen Sports Complex in Charlotte, N.C. Tuesday night, moving the Lions to the top of the league standings through five games played. A goal by Dom Dwyer in the 8th minute put Orlando up early, only for a late equalizer by Eagles’ Midfielder Nathan Thornton in the 90th minute allowing Charlotte to grab the tie and win from the Lions.

The Lions jumped out to an early lead, with a well-placed corner from Winger Luke Boden finding an unmarked Dom Dwyer in the box for the header and goal in the 8th minute. Dwyer, who’s currently on loan from Orlando’s Major League Soccer affiliate Sporting Kansas City, whipped his conversion into the back of the net for the 1-0 lead. The goal was Dwyer’s third of the regular season, which ties him for team and league best with Midfielder Jamie Watson.

Orlando continued to create more chances in the first half, along with deterring the Eagles of any scoring opportunities of their own. The scoreline remained at 1-0 to close out the first 45 minutes of play, with a familiar face in goal helping the Lions’ defense keep the score sheet clean.

Orlando Goalkeeper Sean Kelley made his first start of the 2013 season with the Lions for a sidelined Miguel Gallardo and banged-up Jon Kempin. Kelley, who was signed prior to the start of the season, is familiar to Head Coach Adrian Heath’s system, playing for the Lions in 2011 and 2012 as backup to Gallardo.

The Lexington, Ky., native made key saves for the Lions in the first half, including a diving deflection in the 27th minute. Eagles’ Defender Shaun Francis rocketed a shot outside the 18’ yard only for Kelley to punch it out of danger while extending his arms and diving to his left.

Charlotte came out of halftime with a more active attack, putting pressure on the Orlando backline. After trying to breakthrough, Charlotte capitalized in the closing minutes of play. A long ball by an Eagle defender found Midfielder Nathan Thornton toward goal, with a costly defensive miscommunication, allowing him to weave around Kelley and easily slot home the equalizer in the 90th minute of play.

The Lions come back home this Saturday, April 27, to play the Dayton Dutch Lions at Fifth Third Bank Field at the Florida Citrus Bowl. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. Orlando is 2-0-4 (W-L-T) all-time against Dayton, who currently holds a 1-0-0 record through one game played in the young 2013 regular season. For more information on the Saturday’s match, visit Orlandocitysoccer.com.

MATCH RECAP: Regular Season-Record 9,140 Fans Witness Orlando Secure 3-2 Win Friday Night

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Photo Credit: Jon Lorentz/Orlando City SC

 

Team                 1    2    Final

Orlando City         0    3    3   

LA Blues             0    2    2   

Scoring Summary:

ORL- Jamie Watson (Long Tan) 56th

ORL-Yann Songo’o (Jamie Watson) 62nd

LA- Connor Hearn (Rodrigo Lopez) 70th

ORL- Jamie Watson (penalty) 72nd

LA-Rodrigo Lopez (penalty) 89th

Lineups/Substitutions: Continue reading →

Orlando Magic Receives the 2012 “Award of Excellence” for NBA All-Star Weekend

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Orlando Magic Receives the 2012 “Award of Excellence” for NBA All-Star Weekend

-The award is part of the Downtown Orlando Partnership’s Golden Brick Awards Program-

 

Orlando, Fla. (April 18, 2013) — On Thursday, April 18 the Orlando Magic was awarded with the Downtown Orlando Partnership 2012 “Award of Excellence” as part of the Golden Brick Awards for NBA All-Star Weekend. The Magic were recognized for their work with the 2012 NBA All-Star Weekend at the Amway Center, serving as host to the February 2012 event.  The awards are given to projects which affected the Downtown Development District.

 

The Golden Brick Awards recognize outstanding contributions to downtown that demonstrate excellence and achievement.  For over two decades, these awards have been distributed for projects which affect the Downtown Development District.

 

The 2012 NBA All-Star Weekend, the league’s signature event, generated a nearly $100 million economic impact for Orlando.  All-Star festivities provided exposure to Central Florida as the game and events reached fans through broadcast partners in 215 countries and territories in more than 44 languages; more than 1,800 media covered the events, including 336 international reporters with 150,000 guests filling up 30,000 hotel room nights breathing life into downtown Orlando and surrounding areas.

 

About the Orlando Magic

Orlando’s NBA franchise since 1989, the Magic’s mission is to be world champions on and off the court, delivering legendary moments every step of the way. On the court, Orlando has won five division championships (1995, 1996, 2008, 2009, 2010), had seven 50-plus win seasons, and won the Eastern Conference title in 1995 and 2009. Off the court, on an annual basis, the Orlando Magic gives more than $2 million to the local community by way of sponsorships of events, donated tickets, autographed merchandise, scholarships and grants. Orlando Magic community relations programs impact an estimated 75,000 kids each year, while a Magic staff-wide initiative provides more than 6,000 volunteer hours annually. In addition, over the last 23 years more than $18 million has been distributed to local non-profit community organizations via the Orlando Magic Youth Foundation and Orlando Magic Youth Fund (OMYF-MFF), a McCormick Foundation Fund since 1994, which serves at-risk youth. Ticket highlights for the 2012-13 season in the Amway Center, named SportsBusiness Journal’s 2012 Sports Facility of the Year, include: 2,500 seats priced $20 or less, 8,000 seats priced $40 or less and 10,000 seats priced $50 or under. For ticket information log on to www.orlandomagic.com or call 407-89-MAGIC.

                                                         

 

 

 

SOLAR BEARS HELP LAUNCH HIGH SCHOOL HOCKEY LEAGUE IN CENTRAL FLORIDA League Promotes Growth and Awareness of Hockey in Community

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SOLAR BEARS HELP LAUNCH HIGH SCHOOL HOCKEY LEAGUE IN CENTRAL FLORIDA

League Promotes Growth and Awareness of Hockey in Community

Orlando, FL – The Orlando Solar Bears announced today that they have partnered with the Central Florida High School Hockey League (CFHSHL) in promoting and developing high school hockey in the Central Florida. The student-athletes playing in the CFHSHL will register with USA Hockey and will follow its rules.

“The Central Florida High School Hockey League Board of Directors and Coaches are very excited to partner with the Orlando Solar Bears,” said Julio Guerra, President of the CFHSHL. “The relationship aligns the goals of both organizations by expanding the great sport of ice hockey in our community. CFHSHL’s Inaugural 2013 season will see seven (7) regional teams and over 100 student-athletes High School Hockeycompeting from Seminole, Orange, Brevard, Volusia, Osceola, Lake, Duval and other counties. We anticipate rapid growth and are grateful to have the Solar Bears involvement and support.”

To aid new and prospective players with the initial start-up expenses, the Central Florida High School Hockey League made the entry fee reasonable, and will provide equipment swaps and inexpensive skills clinics. The Solar Bears are providing jerseys and socks for the teams. The Orange and Seminole County jerseys will sport the CFHSHL logo crest with the Solar Bears logo on the upper right chest. The league continues the growth of high school hockey in Florida by establishing the Solar Bears Conference to join with South Florida‘s Panthers Conference and the Lightning Conference in Tampa Bay. The majority of the games will be played at the Solar Bears practice facility, the RDV Sportsplex Ice Den in Orlando, and the seven teams in the conference will compete for the Solar Bears Championship Cup. The Championship Game is scheduled to be played on Saturday, June 22.

“We have a long list of community based goals and objectives, with the growth of youth hockey right there at the top of that list,” said Solar Bears Managing Partner, Jason Siegel.  “Our involvement and sponsorship of High School Hockey along with our participation in youth ‘house leagues’ at RDV, SpaceCoast, and Daytona represents another step toward achieving those goals. Youth hockey participation has grown incrementally this past season since the Solar Bears first took the ice back in October of 2012 and this League will provide yet another outlet to showcase the talent of these high school-aged student-athletes.”

The CFHSHL completed a “pilot” season last year featuring 75 high school students residing in five different counties surrounding Orlando. This number is expected to grow to over 100 participants this year, with the eventual goal to see each high school have the ability to field a team exclusively made up of their own students. In turn this will increase the awareness, participation, and accessibility of hockey in Central Florida.

Student-athletes from 38 different High Schools will skate in the CFHSHL: Apopka, Atlantic, Berkshire, Bishop Kenny, Boone, Connections Academy, Crooms, DeLand, Deltona Christian, Dr. Phillips, East Ridge, Eustis, Father Lopez, Fleming Island, FLVS, Freedom, Hagerty, Lake Brantley, Lake Highland Prep, Lake Mary, Lake Nona, Lyman, Mainland, Mandarin, Monteverde Academy, Oviedo, Pace Brantley, Phantom Trail, Seminole, Seminole Virtual, Spruce Creek, St. Cloud, Timber Creek, University, Weikva, West Orange, Winter Park, and Yulee High.

The Orlando Solar Bears, the ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild and Des Moines, Iowa, AHL, play all of their home games at the 2012 Street and Smith’s Sports Business Journal Sports Facility of the Year, the Amway Center.

Follow the Solar Bears at www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com, Facebook, and Twitter (@OrlandoHockey) for all the latest news and updates.

Don’t get shut-out when we sell out! 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 for the 2013-14 season. Call the Solar Bears at407-951-8200 or visit www.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 or click here.

Officially licensed Orlando Solar Bears replica team jerseys, apparel, and headwear can be purchased online at: 
http://shop.orlandosolarbearshockey.com/

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WILD AHL AFFILIATE MOVING TO IOWA Solar Bears Affiliation Continues with Minnesota, Iowa

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WILD AHL AFFILIATE MOVING TO IOWA

Solar Bears Affiliation Continues with Minnesota, Iowa

Orlando, FL – The Wild announced today that its American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate will relocate from Houston, Texas, to Des Moines, Iowa, beginning with the 2013-14 season.

“Our organization has enjoyed tremendous support from the loyal, passionate hockey fans in Houston since 2001,” Wild Assistant to the General Manager/Aeros General Manager Jim Mill said. “There is a great hockey history in Houston, beginning with the Apollos in 1965, and continuing with the Aeros in the WHA, IHL and AHL. We are honored to have been a part of this hockey tradition.”

“We are grateful to our corporate and community partners, as well as our hard-working staff in Houston,” Mill added.

“We were informed today that the Wild are moving their AHL affiliate to Des Moines,” said Orlando Solar Bears COO Bob Ohrablo. “As we continue our affiliation with the Minnesota Wild, affiliated players recalled to the AHL will now play with Des Moines.”

“We were not able to find agreement on terms of a new arena lease which would allow us to continue to successfully operate our franchise. We thank Toyota Center for the partnership we’ve had since moving there in 2003,” Wild Chief Operating Officer Matt Majka said.

“We have enjoyed a very strong relationship with the Aeros dating back to Toyota Center’s inaugural 2003 season. Both parties worked diligently and in good faith during this process, but unfortunately we were unable to reach an agreement. We wish the Aeros continued success,” Houston Rockets/Clutch City Sports & Entertainment CEO Tad Brown said.

The Orlando Solar Bears, the ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild and Des Moines, Iowa, AHL, play all of their home games at the 2012 Street and Smith’s Sports Business Journal Sports Facility of the Year, the Amway Center.

Follow the Solar Bears at www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com, Facebook, and Twitter (@OrlandoHockey) for all the latest news and updates.

Don’t get shut-out when we sell out! 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 for the 2013-14 season. Call the Solar Bears at407-951-8200 or visit www.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 or click here.

Officially licensed Orlando Solar Bears replica team jerseys, apparel, and headwear can be purchased online at: 
http://shop.orlandosolarbearshockey.com/

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Orlando City Wins Rain-Delayed Home Opener 3-1 MATCH RECAP: Orlando City Wins Rain-Delayed Home Opener 3-1

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Team                 1    2    Final

Orlando City         1    2    3

Rochester Rhinos     0    1    1

Scoring Summary:

Orlando- Long Tan (unassisted) 45th

Orlando- Dom Dwyer (Bryan Burke) 47th

Orlando- Jamie Watson (unassisted) 62nd

Rochester- Blake Brettschneider (unassisted) 90th

Lineups/Substitutions:

Orlando City- GK- Jonathan Kempin, D Robert Valentino, Yann Songo’o, Bryan Burke, Luke Boden, M Jamie Watson (Dennis Chin 78’), Kevin Molino (Jonny Mendoza 83’), Christian Duke (Ian Fuller 87’), Freddie Braun (Anthony Pulis 78’), F Dom Dwyer, Long Tan (Adama Mbengue 68’)

Rochester- GK—Kristian Nicht, D Tyler Bellamy, Kevin Bilal Duckett, Lucas Fernandez (Tyler Polak 65), Troy Roberts, M Lance Rozemboom, Tyler Rosenlund (Michael Tanke 78’), Gabe Latigue (Kendall McFayden 38’), Daniel Keith Earls, F Matt Luzunaris (Matthew Horth 46’), Thomas Mcmanus (Blake Brettschneider 64’) Continue reading →

THE ORLANDO MAGIC SUPPORTS GREEN WEEK 2013 PRESENTED BY

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THE ORLANDO MAGIC SUPPORTS GREEN WEEK 2013

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Orlando, Fla. (April 10, 2013) — The Orlando Magic announces their participation in the National Basketball Association’s (NBA) Green Week 2013, which tips off April 4 and runs through April 12.  The Orlando Magic Green Week 2013 is presented by OUC—The Reliable One, Waste Management and Owens Facility Services.

To celebrate Green Week 2013, the Orlando Magic will host “Green Night” on Wednesday, April 10 (Magic vs. Bucks).  The Magic’s “Green Night” activities to include: Continue reading →

Orlando Travels To Face Los Angeles Blues Wednesday

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Orlando City Soccer LogoLions look for second straight win to begin 2013 USL PRO season in LA Wednesday night

Orlando, Fla.— Fresh off a comeback win Sunday night in Tempe, Ariz., to kick off the 2013 USL PRO regular season, Orlando City SC travels further west to square off against the Los Angeles Blues Wednesday night at Cal State Fullerton Stadium in Fullerton, Calif. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. EST. The Lions defeated Phoenix FC to begin the regular season, scoring three unanswered to top the Wolves 3-1. Continue reading →

Montverde Grad Oumar Diakhite Joins Pro-Team Lions For 2013

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Montverde Grad Oumar Diakhite Joins Pro-Team Lions For 2013

U23s standout to retain amateur status while gaining experience with pro team

Orlando, Fla.—Orlando City SC announced Friday that Defender Oumar Diakhite will join the Lions for the 2013 season under a USL Amateur Player agreement. The Orlando City U23s standout has been training and playing for the pro squad throughout the 2013 preseason and will earn an opportunity to gain more experience by spending minutes with the pro team while also retaining his eligibility for the U23s.

“It’s a dream come true and I’m very happy to be a part of the team,” said Diakhite. “It’s my first contract, so I think this’ll help me in many ways in my development. The U23s and Montverde prepared me, and I’m excited for the opportunity.”

Diakhite, a native of Dakar, Senegal, was a key piece on the Orlando backline during the 2012 PDL season.  The defender played 15 out of a possible 16 matches for the U23s, totaling 1,350 minutes played in 2012 – good for second best on the squad. Along with his defensive prowess, Diakhite scored four goals in the team’s run toward obtaining the Southern Conference Championship. He was named to the 2012 PDL All-Southern Conference team for his efforts, catching the eye of Orlando Head Coach Adrian Heath in the process.

“Oumar is just 19 years old and has bags of potential,” Heath said. “He’s big, strong and athletic and has all the tools to become a great player.  We are giving him that opportunity to grow.”

The defender has played in multiple matches throughout the 2013 preseason, including starts against the Tampa Bay Rowdies in the first leg of the I-4 Derby on March 9 and in Orlando’s 7-0 win over Stetson University in the club’s collegiate friendly series.

Diakhite attended high school powerhouse Montverde Academy under Head Coach Mike Potermpa in 2011-12 where he was part of the National Championship team. He was named to the 2012 Berkeley Prep Invitational All-Tournament Team and was a Montverde Academy Soccer Tournament First Team All Tournament selection.

Coming out of Montverde, the Senegal native was named to the Orlando Sentinel All-Central Florida squad. Diakhite will be with the team as they kick off the 2013 USL PRO regular season on the road Sunday against expansion franchise Phoenix FC in Tempe, Ariz. Kickoff is set for 10:30 p.m. EST. For more information, visit Orlandocitysoccer.com.

About Orlando City Soccer Club:

Orlando City Soccer Club (OCSC) is a premier professional soccer sports franchise in the United States and is a member of the USL PRO. The Lion’s pro team has won two regular season titles and one postseason championship during their short time in Orlando. Outside of the pro squad, OCSC also has their own youth club, Orlando City Youth Soccer (OCYS) and a U23s team that participates in the PDL. For more information on the pro and youth clubs, visit www.orlandocitysoccer.com and www.orlandocityyouth.org.

Get to Know: Magic Rookie DeQuan Jones By John Denton, OrlandoMagic.com

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Get to Know: Magic Rookie DeQuan Jones

By John Denton, OrlandoMagic.com

 

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Giving away two inches in height and some 20 pounds in weight when he got switched onto Thomas Robinson on Monday night, DeQuan Jones used his basketball smarts to reach in and tie up the Houston Rockets power forward and force a jump ball.

Then, in a situation few expected him to win because of the size difference, Jones shot off the floor like a rocket, out-jumped Robinson and forced a jump ball violation that won possession of the ball for the Orlando Magic.

It’s those kinds of scrappy plays that helped Jones overcome some of the greatest of odds and stick with the Magic this season. Now, after proving that he belongs in the NBA and earning a steady spot in the regular rotation, Jones has risen to starter status and is showing great promise for the future. Continue reading →

MATCH PREVIEW: Lions Kick Off Regular Season On The Road Sunday

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Orlando Starts 2013 USL PRO Season Against Expansion Club Phoenix FC in Arizona Sunday night

Orlando, Fla.— Orlando City kicks off the 2013 USL PRO on the road Sunday, April 7, in Phoenix against expansion club Phoenix FC at Sun Devil Soccer Stadium in Tempe, Ariz. Kickoff for the game is set for 10:30 p.m. EST as the Lions look to capture their third straight USL PRO regular season title.

“We’ve had a great preseason and I think we’ve gotten progressively better, ” said Orlando City Head Coach Adrian Heath after Orlando’s win in St. Petersburg over the Tampa Bay Rowdies Saturday night. “We’re looking forward to having another bit season.”

The Lions begin the regular season with a head of steam after concluding the 2013 preseason, which wrapped up Saturday night as Orlando captured the I-4 Derby presented by United World Soccer against 2012 NASL Champion Tampa Bay Rowdies in St. Petersburg. Orlando scored late to secure the 3-2 win over the Rowdies and 6-4 aggregate overall. Kevin Molino, Adama Mbengue and Dom Dwyer all score for the Lions in the win in front of hundreds of City supporters who made the trip down I-4. Continue reading →

FLORIDA TAKES DOWN ORLANDO 5-1 Orlando Plays Final Game of 2012-13 Season Tomorrow in Estero

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Orlando Plays Final Game of 2012-13 Season Tomorrow in Estero

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Estero, FL -  Center Joel Broda scored his first goal as a Solar Bears but the Solar Bears fell 5-1 to the Florida Everblades at the Germain Arena on Friday night.

Florida got the scoring started just 1:46 seconds into the game. F Shawn O’Donnell squeezed a pass between G Bryce Merriam and the right goal post on to the stick of Derick MartinF Mike Merrifield, and Merrifield slipped the puck into the open net to give Florida the 1-0 lead. The Everblades increased their lead to 2-0 at 13:59, when a defensive zone turnover concluded with O’Donnell knocking home his own rebound on a backhander, giving the Everblades the two goal lead heading into the second frame.

A scoreless second period saw the 2-0 score head into the third, where the Everblades quickly increased their lead. During 4-on-4 action, C David Rutherford completed an end-to-end rush, tucking the shot past Merriam to open up a 3-0 lead. F Corey Trivino made it 4-0 when he snapped home a rebound on a power play, and F Matthew Pistillia pushed the score to 5-0 when one-timed home a pass from LW Mathieu Roy at 13:40. Orlando got on the board with 4:55 to play, when C Joel Broda tipped home a pass from C Ryan Cruthers while shorthanded for the final 5-1 score.

Three Stars: 1. M. Merrifield (FLA); 2. S. O’Donnell (FLA); 3. J. Deckert (FLA)
Power Plays: ORL: 0/5; FLA: 1/4
Shots: ORL: 29; FLA: 30

Notes:

Orlando plays their final game of the 2012-13 season tomorrow night in Estero, FL… G Patrick Killeen was scratched tonight due to injury. He is not expected to dress for tomorrow’s game… C Joel Broda scored his first goal as a Solar Bear in the third period. The goal came shorthanded… The Solar Bears are now .500 against the Everblades this season with a 7-7-1-0 record.

The Orlando Solar Bears, the ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild and AHL’s Houston Aeros, play all of their home games at the 2012 Street and Smith’s Sports Business Journal Sports Facility of the Year, the Amway Center.

Individual tickets for all regular season home games are on sale beginning as low as $15. To purchase your tickets, please visit www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com or the Amway Center Box Office.

Follow the Solar Bears at www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com, Facebook, and Twitter (@OrlandoHockey) for all the latest news and updates.

Don’t get shut-out when we sell out! 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 for the 2013-14 season. Call the Solar Bears at407-951-8200 or visit www.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 or click here.

Officially licensed Orlando Solar Bears replica team jerseys, apparel, and headwear can be purchased online at: 
http://shop.orlandosolarbearshockey.com/

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Orlando Magic Youth Foundation Black Tie and Tennies Charity Gala Raises More Than $500k for the Central Florida Community

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The Orlando Magic Youth Foundation’s (OMYF) Black Tie and Tennies Charity Gala raised $547,308 with matching funds at .50 on the dollar provided by the McCormick Foundation. All proceeds benefit the OMYF. 

The 23rd Annual OMYF Black Tie and Tennis Charity Gala presented by FAIRWINDS Credit Union was held on March 23 at the Amway Center.  More than 700 guests were in attendance for an evening of silent and live auctions, gourmet food, activities and interaction with Magic players, coaches and executives.  One of the highlights of the evening was the announcement of the Rich and Helen DeVos Community Enrichment Award winner.  This year Magic captain Jameer Nelson was recognized for his efforts off the court and in the Central Florida community.  Nelson will receive $50,000 from the Richard and Helen DeVos Foundation to donate to the charities of his choice.  Photos by Gary Bassing Continue reading →

Coming April 1: Budweiser Clydesdale Farm to Open for 2013 Season

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ANHEUSER-BUSCH BABY CLYDESDALE HOPEPublic Invited to Visit Baby Clydesdales, Including Super Bowl TV Star ‘Hope’ and ‘Stan,’ Named After Baseball Great Musial

Spring means the return of baseball and, in just a few days, opening day celebrations around the United States. It also marks another annual event celebrated by fans of the Budweiser Clydesdales – “opening day” at Warm Springs Ranch in mid-Missouri for public tours, where more than 35 baby Clydesdales are expected to be born in 2013.
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NEAL’S HAT TRICK NOT ENOUGH AS EVERBLADES POWER PAST SOLAR BEARS Orlando Plays Final Home Game of 2012-13 Season Tomorrow Night

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NEAL’S HAT TRICK NOT ENOUGH
AS EVERBLADES POWER PAST SOLAR BEARS
Orlando Plays Final Home Game of 2012-13 Season Tomorrow Night

Orlando, FL -  F Michael Neal notched three goals for the Solar Bears but it wasn’t enough as Orlando surrendered three power play goals in an 8-3 loss to the Florida Everblades in front of 6,701 fans at the Amway Center on Tuesday night.
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The Solar Bears started the scoring 4:26 into the first period. F Nick McParland fired a centering pass from the boards finding F Michael Neal, who redirected the pass into the net for a 1-0 lead. The Everblades answered with a goal less than two minutes later. F Corey Trivino snapped a pass out of the right corner where it bounced off a Solar Bears defender and into the net. The contest remained tied 1-1 going into the first intermission.

At 5:30 in the second frame, the Everblades took their first lead of the night. LW Mathieu Roy fired a shot on goal and gathered the rebound to push the puck past G Patrick Killeen for a power play goal. Florida struck again at 8:23 in the period to widen their lead to 3-1 when F Adam Brace found his own rebound, and Florida held the lead through the remainder of the frame.

The third period saw the Everblades begin to widen their lead. 1:27 into the final stanza, Trivinio collected his second goal of the game. Neal answered for the Solar Bears at 7:11 when he fired home a one timer off a feed from C Dale Mahovsky. Just 12 seconds after that, F David Rutherford restored the three goal lead for Florida with a slap shot from the right wall. Neal collected his hat trick goal at 9:21 of the third when he poked home the puck on another feed from Mahovsky, but Florida answered with three straight goals, including Trivino’s third of the game on a late period power play, to collect the final 8-3 victory.

Three Stars: 1. C. Trivino (FLA); 2. M. Neal (ORL); 3. M. Roy (FLA)
Power Plays: ORL: 0/1; FLA: 3/6
Shots: ORL: 25; FLA: 35

Notes:

The Solar Bears wore their third jerseys tonight… F Michael Neal became the third Solar Bear to collect a hat trick this season. He joins LW Nick Petersen and RW Dan Gendur as players who have scored three goals in a single game. All three Orlando hat tricks have come on home ice… Tonight’s game marked the second time this season that the Solar Bears and Everblades have each had a player score a hat trick in the same game. Florida F David Rutherford notched a hat trick during the same game that RW Dan Gendur scored four times for the Solar Bears on December 28 in an 8-4 Orlando win… The Solar Bears play their final home game of the 2012-13 season tomorrow against the Florida Everblades.

Get Tickets:
Orlando closes out the 2012-13 home schedule tomorrow, Wednesday, March 27, at 7:00 p.m. against the Florida Everblades. Good seats are still available. Visit www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com.

The Orlando Solar Bears, the ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild and AHL’s Houston Aeros, play all of their home games at the 2012 Street and Smith’s Sports Business Journal Sports Facility of the Year, the Amway Center.

Individual tickets for all regular season home games are on sale beginning as low as $15. To purchase your tickets, please visit www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com or the Amway Center Box Office.

Follow the Solar Bears at www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com, Facebook, and Twitter (@OrlandoHockey) for all the latest news and updates.

Don’t get shut-out when we sell out! 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 for the 2013-14 season. Call the Solar Bears at407-951-8200 or visit www.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 or click here.

Officially licensed Orlando Solar Bears replica team jerseys, apparel, and headwear can be purchased online at: 
http://shop.orlandosolarbearshockey.com/

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DISHCRAWL IS A HIT IN ORLANDO The food adventure’s successful launch has the city wanting more

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The food adventure’s successful launch has the city wanting more

 

Dishcrawl, a national start-up founded on the premise that communities can be brought together through good food and good company, recently had launched in Orlando and was a hit! Dishcrawl takes food lovers on a gourmet Dishcrawl to four distinctive restaurants in one night. It’s like a pub crawl — but more delicious! Check out all the food and fun we had on our blog.

Dishcrawl came to Orlando with the mission to give folks a reason to get out of the house and socially engage with each other while helping local restaurants gain exposure and will continue to do so with it’s second event on April 3rd: Downtown Dishing. Reservations are $45 per person and can be purchased at dishcrawl.com/orlando.

“The first event was awesome!,” says Orlando Dishcrawl Ambassador Lindsey Voltoline. “The guests and myself got to experience new foods and meet new people. It was a lot of fun and it’s only going to get better as we do more events.”

Participating restaurants are kept secret until two days before the event, at which time only the first location is revealed to ticket holders.

For more information about Orlando’s upcoming Dishcrawls visit dishcrawl.com/orlando, check out our blog at dishcrawl.com/blog or follow @DishcrawlOrl.

About Dishcrawl

Dishcrawl creates dining experiences and events to satisfy anyone’s craving.  Our mission is to show food lovers the best dishes in local restaurants.  You can find your local Dishcrawl Ambassador leading you through progressive dinners, prix fixe dinners, and other fun food events!  Dishcrawlers can enjoy dining experiences in San Francisco, New York, Montreal, Ottawa, San Jose, Toronto, Philadelphia, DC, and more.  Visit Dishcrawl.com for a local dining experience.

Jameer Nelson Wins 2012-13 Rich & Helen DeVos Community Enrichment Award

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Jameer Nelson Wins 2012-13 Rich & Helen DeVos Community Enrichment Award

By John Denton, OrlandoMagic.com

Jameer Nelson Community Enrichment Award 2013_M149273When he had the chance to leave last summer via free agency, Jameer Nelson chose to stay in Orlando with the Magic. Nelson said not only could he not envision himself playing in another uniform, but he also didn’t want to leave a Magic fan base that has supported him for nine seasons

Nelson’s loyalty to the Magic and his commitment to the Orlando community were rewarded on Saturday night when he was named the winner of the 2012-13 Rich and Helen DeVos Community Enrichment Award at the 23rdannual Orlando Magic Youth Foundation Black Tie & Tennies Gala presented by FAIRWINDS Credit Union.

The OMYF honors a player who has dedicated his efforts off the court for the purpose of enhancing other’s lives. A panel of external representatives selected Nelson as the winner. In addition to receiving the award, Nelson was granted $50,000 from the Richard and Helen DeVos Foundation to donate to the charity of his choice.

“It’s definitely an honor and it says a lot about what we’re about as an organization and a team and who Mr. (Rich) DeVos is as a person and what he does for the community,” Nelson said as he manned a photo booth along with fans during the gala.

It was the second time that Nelson has been a finalist for the award. Glen “Big Baby” Davis was also a finalist for Saturday night’s award. Legendary Magic owner Rich DeVos and Chairman Dan DeVos were on hand to present the Community Enrichment Award to Nelson. Rich DeVos told the crowd the story of how he and his wife wanted to reward a Magic player for giving back and how they received special permission from the NBA league office to be able to award the $50,000 prize for players to award to their charities.

The Black Tie and Tennies Gala is the biggest fundraiser for the OMYF. For a third straight year the OMYF gave out $1 million to 17 local nonprofit organizations throughout Central Florida.

Every dollar raised on Saturday night receives a 50-cent match through the McCormick Foundation Fund. Magic CEO Alex Martins put the hard sell on the 700 people at the event, coaxing them to use their smart phones to donate to the cause and ultimately $30,000 was raised on the spot. Another $42,500 was raised by auctioning off items such as dinner with Davis, a trip to the 2014 NBA All-Star Game, a trip to the ESPN ESPY award, a five-night stay in Paris for the LeCordon Blue Culinary Academy and four-night stay at Royal St. Andrews to play golf.

Other silent auctions and donations made the night a smashing success for the OMYF. Martins stressed that the Magic’s mission is to be champions on and off the court while striving to make a difference in people’s lives.

“The Orlando Magic are built to be a cornerstone of this community,” Martins said. “When the team succeeds, this community succeeds. And when a community succeeds, we are all winners. This philosophy permeates the entire organization, especially through our players. Our players understand the responsibility that they have not only on the court, but off. They know how many children look to them as role models and how important it is to be stewards of this great community.”

Nelson is the longest-tenured Magic player on the roster, spending his entire nine-year career in Orlando. He is the franchise’s all-time leader in assists (2,999). In 580 career games with the Magic, he has averaged 12.6 points and 5.2 rebounds a game. This season, he’s averaging 14.7 points – his highest total in four seasons – and 7.3 assists – the most of his career.

Nelson has consistently volunteered his time off the court and to the Central Florida community supporting the initiatives of the Magic’s community relations department, the OMYF and the NBA. Highlights of his community involvement for the 2012-13 season include:

  • ·         Helped feed more than 600 homeless men, women and children at the Magic’s Thanksgiving breakfast at the Coalition for the Homeless.
  • ·         Hosted a surprise event and provided holiday gifts for two local families of six affiliated with OCPS Homeless Division. Gifts for each family included laptops, cell phones, Nintendo DS system, games, toys, and gift cards for both families to purchase essential needs.
  • ·         Participated in pregame meet n’ greets with terminally ill children.
  • ·         Works with After School All-Stars in promoting comprehensive after school programs which assist disadvantaged youth in the community.
  • ·         Participated in the Player Ticket Program by purchasing over 600 tickets for children at Elevate Orlando to attend Magic home games.

“This is especially for the fans who see who we are as people,” Nelson said of winning the Community Enrichment Award. “When we go into the community for events, it’s great. It’s not about the money or anything; it’s more about the time and doing things in this community as people. Being able to do things for people it just an extra incentive for us.”

Past winners of the award include Nick Anderson (1995-1996), Penny Hardaway (1996-1997), Darrell Armstrong (1997-1998, 1999-2000), Grant Hill (2000-2001), Monty Williams (2001-2002), Tracy McGrady (2002-2003), Pat Garrity (2003-2004), Bo Outlaw (1998-1999, 2005-2006, 2006-2007), Dwight Howard (2004-05, 2007-08, 2008-09, 2009-10, 2010-11, 2011-12) and J.J. Redick (2011-12).

KILLEEN, SOLAR BEARS TAKE DOWN CYCLONES 2-1 Home Schedule Concludes on Tuesday and Wednesday

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KILLEEN, SOLAR BEARS TAKE DOWN CYCLONES 2-1
Home Schedule Concludes on Tuesday and Wednesday

Orlando, FL -  G Patrick Killeen stopped 31 of 32 shots to lead the Solar Bears to a 2-1 victory over the visiting Cincinnati Cyclones in front of 9,329 fans at the Amway Center on Sunday afternoon.

Less than five minutes into the game, the Cyclones struck for their first goal. F Matt Smyth fired a puck from the right wall and F Mike Embach redirected the shot past Killeen to put Cincinnati ahead at 4:48 of the frame. The Solar Bears struck back Derick Martinwith a power play goal 4:02 later. F Nick McParland banked a puck off the boards to D Michael Wilson, who skated into the slot and wristed the puck into the back of the cage for the 1-1 score. The two sides ended the period with one goal apiece.

The Solar Bears grabbed a 2-1 lead in the second stanza. C Ryan Cruthers left the puck in the high slot for D Derick Martin, and Martin fired a shot off the crossbar and into the net at 7:33 of the period. Killeen turned aside all 12 shots he faced in the frame to help the Solar Bears hold the 2-1 lead going into the third.

Cincinnati fired a barrage of shots in the final frame, but could not solve Killeen. The Solar Bears netminder turned aside all 25 shots he faced in the final two periods, including 13 in the third frame to make the 2-1 lead stand up for the eventual victory. Killeen finished the week stopping 102 of 107 shots he faced.

Three Stars: 1. P. Killeen (ORL); 2. D. Martin (ORL); 3. M. Wilson (ORL)
Power Plays: ORL: 1/6; CIN: 0/4
Shots: ORL: 17; CIN: 32

Notes:

Tonight’s contest marked the first time the Solar Bears have hosted the Cincinnati Cyclones at the Amway Center… Orlando will play their remaining four games of the 2012-13 season against the Florida Everblades, two at home, and two on the road… Tonight’s crowd of 9,329 was the second largest crowd of the year… D Derick Martin scored his first goal of the year in the second period, it proved to be the game winner… G Patrick Killeen earned first star honors in two of the three Solar Bears games this week… The Solar Bears wore their Old Time Hockey jerseys tonight.

Solar Bears 2012-13 Awards:
The Solar Bears held their 2012-13 awards ceremony on Friday night. Award winners were:
Ryan Blair – The Dan Snyder Memorial Award (Dedication and Perserverence)
Mike Liambas – The Rob Kenny Memorial Award (Community Service)
Scott Tanski – The Clutch Player Award
Ryan Cruthers – The Fans Choice Award
C.J. Severyn – The Most Valuable Player Award

Players who scored their first professional goals this season were honored, and included:
Josh Caron – October 19 against the Florida Everblades
Sean Lorenz – December 9 against the Fort Wayne Komets
Derrick Burnett – February 20 against the Evansville IceMen
Justin Levac – Febraury 20 against the Evansville IceMen
Edward Levens – February 21 against the Gwinnett Gladiators
Ryan Berard – February 14 against the Gwinnett Gladiators
Nick McParland – February 17 against the Gwinnett Gladiators

Five Top Shelf Awards were handed out to those people who have shown a special dedication to helping the Solar Bears. Winners of the Top Shelf Award were:
Danny Gendzier – Solar Bears D.J.
Fernando Medina – Solar Bears Team Photographer
Gary Bassing – Solar Bears Team Photographer
Kelly Cohen – Southern Strategy Group
Allen Pierson – Head of Off-Ice Officials

Get Tickets:
Orlando closes out the 2012-13 home schedule with back-to-back games against the Florida Everblades on Tuesday, March 26, and Wednesday, March 27. Good seats are still available. Visit www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com.

The Orlando Solar Bears, the ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild and AHL’s Houston Aeros, play all of their home games at the 2012 Street and Smith’s Sports Business Journal Sports Facility of the Year, the Amway Center.

Individual tickets for all regular season home games are on sale beginning as low as $15. To purchase your tickets, please visit www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com or the Amway Center Box Office.

Follow the Solar Bears at www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com, Facebook, and Twitter (@OrlandoHockey) for all the latest news and updates.

Don’t get shut-out when we sell out! 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 for the 2013-14 season. Call the Solar Bears at407-951-8200 or visit www.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 or click here.

Officially licensed Orlando Solar Bears replica team jerseys, apparel, and headwear can be purchased online at: 
http://shop.orlandosolarbearshockey.com/

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Tequila el Jimador Releases Limited Edition Soccer Bottles

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TEQUILA EL JIMADOR SOCCER BOTTLESTequila el Jimador Releases Limited Edition Soccer Bottles

El Jimador packaging will kick off the soccer season

For the second consecutive year, el Jimador, 100 percent blue agave tequila, has released limited-edition soccer bottles. As the official tequila sponsor of Major League Soccer (MLS), the U.S. Men’s and Women’s National Teams and the annual U.S. Tour of the Mexican National Team, the brand will distribute the 750 ml packaging to kick off the soccer season for a limited two-month period in key markets nationwide.
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PATRICK KILLEEN STOPS 43 SHOTS IN 4-0 SHUTOUT WIN OVER GREENVILLE The Two Teams Rematch Tomorrow Night

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PATRICK KILLEEN STOPS 43 SHOTS IN 4-0 SHUTOUT
WIN OVER GREENVILLE
The Two Teams Rematch Tomorrow Night

Orlando, FL -  Goaltender Patrick Killeen turned aside 43 shots, including 17 in the third period period, to lead the Solar Bears to a 4-0 blanking over the Greenville Road Warriors at the Amway Center on Wednesday night.

The Solar Bears took an early lead less than two minutes into the first period. D Derick Martin fired a slap shot from the blue line and F Rob Mignardi picked up the rebound and snuck a shot into the net to give Orlando a 1-0 lead. Mignardi Rob Mignardiscored his second goal of the night at 5:54 in the frame. RW Justin Levac’s  pass was deflected off the boards and in front of the net allowing Mignardi to slap it home. The Solar Bears held on to their 2-0 lead for the remainder of period.

F Ryan Berad widened Orlando’s lead to 3-0 with a shorthanded goal in the second period. Martin pushed the puck up to Berard coming out of the penalty box, who slipped it passed Greenville G Scott Stajcer with 3:59 remaining in the second period. With under three minutes to go in second frame F Derrick Burnett circled around the cage and made a centering pass to Wilson who then fired the puck home with 1:26 to go in the second stanza. The Solar Bears would close out the second period with a 4-0 lead.

With a scoreless third period the Orlando Solar Bears ended the contest with the 4-0 victory over the Road Warriors. Despite registering 17 shots on goal during the period, Greenville could not solve Killeen. The Solar Bears netminder ended the contest stopping all 43 Greenville shots on goal for his second shutout of the season and the second one of the season for Orlando.

Notes:

The 43 saves by Killeen was the most saves by a Solar Bears goaltender while earning a shutout this season… Orlando returned home today after playing their last six games on the road… Five Solar Bears made their home debuts tonight, as D Jason Cohen, F Brett Hartung, F Ryan Berard, F Nick McParland, and F Kyle Beattie all played their first games on home ice. Beattie also made his pro debut tonight, while F Ryan Berard’s second period goal was his first on home ice… Orlando improved to 2-0-0-2 against Greenville on home ice… With 19 home wins this season (in 32 home games), Orlando is just one win shy of 20 at home. They have a .656 winning percentage on home ice with a 19-9-1-3 record… Orlando wore special St. Patrick’s Day jerseys tonight.

Upcoming Promotions:

March 21:

March 24:

 

 

 UCF Night and Intermission Performance by DJ Kidd Star
performing “Rah! It’s Gametime” live
Fan Appreciation Game – First 3,000 fans in attendance receive a
Drawstring Bag courtesy of Lincoln Tech and a Team Photo
courtesy of AlphaGraphics

For more information call the Solar Bears Executive Offices at 407-951-8200.

Get Tickets:
Orlando faces the Greenville Road Warriors again tomorrow, Thursday, March 21, at 7:00 p.m. They then face the Cincinnati Cyclones on Sunday, March 24, at 3:00 p.m. Good seats are still available. Visitwww.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com.

The Orlando Solar Bears, the ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild and AHL’s Houston Aeros, play all of their home games at the 2012 Street and Smith’s Sports Business Journal Sports Facility of the Year, the Amway Center.

Individual tickets for all regular season home games are on sale beginning as low as $15. To purchase your tickets, please visit www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com or the Amway Center Box Office.

Follow the Solar Bears at www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com, Facebook, and Twitter (@OrlandoHockey) for all the latest news and updates.

Don’t get shut-out when we sell out! 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 for the 2013-14 season. Call the Solar Bears at407-951-8200 or visit www.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 or click here.

Officially licensed Orlando Solar Bears replica team jerseys, apparel, and headwear can be purchased online at: 
http://shop.orlandosolarbearshockey.com/

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Get to Know: Magic Rookie Kyle O’Quinn

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Get to Know: Magic Rookie Kyle O’Quinn

By John Denton, OrlandoMagic.com

Link to story at OrlandoMagic.com, 
http://www.nba.com/magic/news/denton-oquinns-father-proud-watch-his-son-flourish-madison-square-garden

Decked out in his blue No. 2 Kyle O’Quinn jersey and his black Orlando Magic hat, Tommie O’Quinn beamed with the pride of a proud parent as his son recorded several career highs in the same famous arena where the two of them used to come and watch NBA games a decade ago.

Then, like a flash of lightening, the incredible symmetry of what was transpiring Wednesday night at Madison Square Garden and what incredibly happened almost a year ago this week, hit the older O’Quinn.

“I didn’t know how to feel with him out there playing so well, but it made me think about Omaha, Nebraska, all over again,”  Tommie O’Quinn said, referring to his son’s big moment in the NCAA Tournament last March. “He got that double-double out there tonight against the (New York) Knicks and I just thought to myself, ‘There’s no stopping this kid.’ Continue reading →

BALDWIN RECALLED BY AEROS Defenseman Heads to Houston

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BALDWIN RECALLED BY AEROS

Defenseman Heads to Houston

Orlando, FL – The Orlando Solar Bears announced today that D Corbin Baldwin has been recalled by their American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, the Houston Corbin BaldwinAeros.

Baldwin is in his first professional season after spending four years with the  Spokane Chiefs in the Western Hockey League (WHL), one of the top junior leagues in Canada. In 38 games with the Solar Bears this season, Baldwin has notched four assists and 49 penalty minutes (PIM). He has played four games in the AHL with Houston this season, earning an assist against the Toronto Marlies on November 8.

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SOLAR BEARS COME UP JUST SHORT IN 3-2 LOSS TO GWINNETT Orlando Returns Home for the Next Five Games

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SOLAR BEARS COME UP JUST SHORT IN 3-2 LOSS
TO GWINNETT
Orlando Returns Home for the Next Five Games

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Duluth, GA -  The Solar Bears came back to tie the game at 1-1 and again at 2-2, but were unable to take the lead and eventually fell to the Gladiators 3-2 at the Arena at Gwinnett Center on Sunday afternoon.

The Gladiators got on the board first with a late first period power play. After the puck was dumped into the Orlando end, the Gladiators forced a turnover and gave F Andy Brandt a chance to collect the loose puck. Brandt fired a shot into the top left Corbin Baldwincorner of the net at 18:04 to put Gwinnett ahead 1-0. The Solar Bears answered 29 seconds later, when F Michael Neal bounced a pass off the left wall, springing F Nick McParland on a 2-on-1 rush. McParland raced in along the left side and beat G Mark Visentin to tie the contest at 1-1, which is where it stood at the end of the period.

After neither side was able to score in the middle frame, the Gladiators snapped the 1-1 tie in the third. F Doug Jones stickhandled into the slot and slid a shot past G Patrick Killeen to give Gwinnett the 2-1 lead. McParland struck back for Orlando at 5:39, when he potted his second goal of the night on a pass from F Brett Hartung to even the score at 2-2. The tie game did not last long, as Brandt scored his second goal of the game when he banged home a rebound 2:06 later to put Gwinnett up 3-2. Orlando continued to pressure towards the end of the game, but came up just short as Gwinnett held on for the 3-2 victory.

Three Stars: 1. A. Brandt (GWT); 2. D. Jones (GWT); 3. N. McParland (ORL)
Power Plays: ORL: 0/2; GWT: 1/3
Shots: ORL: 28; GWT: 27

Notes:

F Scott Tanski missed his second straight game, and is questionable for Wednesday’s matchup against Greenville… F Nick McParland made his Solar Bears debut tonight and scored two goals for Orlando… The Solar Bears had two players score their first professional goals this weekend, as F Ryan Berard tallied his first on Thursday and McParland scored his first two goals today. They join F Justin Levac, D Edward Levens, D Josh Caron, F Derrick Burnett, and D Sean Lorenz as Solar Bears who have score their first career goals this season… Orlando played their final game of the year against Gwinnett, and nine of the 12 games between the two squads were decided by a single goal.

McParland Joins Solar Bears:
The Orlando Solar Bears announced today that they have agreed to terms with F Nick McParland.

McParland (6’1″, 201 lbs.) joins the Solar Bears after a four-year career at Lake Superior State University (NCAA). In 142 games with LSSU, McParland notched 48 goals and 74 assists for 122 points. His best statistical season came last year (2011-12), where as a junior is scored 14 goals and added on 13 assists for 27 points in 39 games. That season, the Screiber, Ontario, native led Lake Superior State in goals and finished second in points. McParland made his Orlando Solar Bears debut this afternoon against the Gladiators.

Upcoming Promotions:

March 20:
March 21:

March 24:

 

 

 St. Patrick’s Day Special Jersey
UCF Night and Intermission Performance by DJ Starr
performing “Rah! It’s Gametime” live
Fan Appreciation Game – First 3,000 fans in attendance receive a
Drawstring Bag courtesy of Lincoln Tech and a Team Photo
courtesy of AlphaGraphics

For more information call the Solar Bears Executive Offices at 407-951-8200.

Get Tickets:
Orlando returns home to face the Greenville Road Warriors on Wednesday, March 20, and Thursday, March 21, at 7:00 p.m. They then face the Cincinnati Cyclones on Sunday, March 24, at 3:00 p.m. Good seats are still available. Visit www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com.

The Orlando Solar Bears, the ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild and AHL’s Houston Aeros, play all of their home games at the 2012 Street and Smith’s Sports Business Journal Sports Facility of the Year, the Amway Center.

Individual tickets for all regular season home games are on sale beginning as low as $15. To purchase your tickets, please visit www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com or the Amway Center Box Office.

Follow the Solar Bears at www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com, Facebook, and Twitter (@OrlandoHockey) for all the latest news and updates.

Don’t get shut-out when we sell out! 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 for the 2013-14 season. Call the Solar Bears at407-951-8200 or visit www.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 or click here.

Officially licensed Orlando Solar Bears replica team jerseys, apparel, and headwear can be purchased online at: 
http://shop.orlandosolarbearshockey.com/

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Orlando Magic Youth Basketball to Host Court of Dreams Game-Day Clinic -Clinic gives kids a rare opportunity to play on the Amway Center Court-

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Orlando Magic Youth Basketball

to Host Court of Dreams Game-Day Clinic

-Clinic gives kids a rare opportunity to play on the Amway Center Court-

 

WHAT:           Orlando Magic Youth Basketball Court of Dreams Clinic presented

by UnitedHealthcare

 

Kids looking to experience the Amway Center in a new and exciting way are encouraged to register for the Court of Dreams Game-Day Clinic presented by UnitedHealthcare. Offered on Friday, March 22, an Orange County student holiday and teacher workday, this event gives kids the rare opportunity to play where the pros play, receive instruction from a former Orlando Magic player and also includes a reversible Orlando Magic Youth Basketball jersey and two tickets to that night’s matchup with the Oklahoma City Thunder.

 

Orlando Magic Youth Basketball clinics are for all skill levels and encourage youth to improve their fundamentals in a fun and motivating environment. Clinics are instructed by some of the best coaches in the area, all of which have an array of basketball backgrounds.

 

Orlando Magic Youth Basketball is presented by UnitedHealthcare and officially sponsored by Gatorade and NBA City.

 

WHO:               Kids ages 7-17, all skills levels

 

WHEN:             Friday, March 22, 2013

Clinic: 1:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. for ages 7-11

2:30 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. for ages 12-17 

                                    Game Tip-Off: 7:00 p.m.

                                        

WHERE:           Amway Center

400 West Church Street

Orlando, FL 32801

 

For registration or for more information, call (407)-916-2681 or visit www.OrlandoMagicCamps.com

 

 

Orlando Magic, UnitedHealthcare and Second Harvest Team Up to Deliver Food Packs to Hungerford Elementary

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Food Packs to Hungerford Elementary 

On Friday, March 15 the Magic, UnitedHealthcare and Second Harvest teamed up to deliver food packs to Hungerford Elementary.  Delivering the food packs were Magic CEO Alex Martins, Magic VP of Community Relations Linda Landman Gonzalez, Second Harvest VP Agency Relations & Programs Karen Broussard and UnitedHealthcare Director of Account Management for North and Central Florida Todd Guiley along with Magic Community Ambassadors Nick Anderson, Bo Outlaw and the Magic Dancers.  Earlier in the week more than 300 people including Magic players Al Harrington and Kyle O’Quinn, Magic Dancers, Magic staff and UHC employees assembled Hi-Five Kids Packs for Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida.  The athletes and employees worked together to fight hunger and help the food bank provide 13,500 Hi-Five Packs to underserved children in the tri-county area.

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Game Preview: Solar Bears at Trenton Titans Today Orlando Continues Six-Game Road Trip

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Game Preview: Solar Bears at Trenton Titans Today
Orlando Continues Six-Game Road Trip

Who: Orlando (26-29-3-3, 58pts) vs.
Trenton Titans (Philadelphia Flyers) (25-29-4-4, 58pts)iHeartSolarBears
Where: Sun National Bank Center – Trenton, NJ
When: 3:05 p.m.
Listen Live: iHeartSolarBears.com, 740thegame.com, iheart.com/live/601/ - Pregame starts at 2:50 p.m.
Watch Live: America One
Follow: Game Updates on Twitter at @OSBHockeyGU
Social Media: Follow on Facebook and Twitter
Game Notes:  Click here to download tonight’s game notes and rosters

Matchup:

The Solar Bears continue their six-game road trip this afternoon as they face off for a Sunday matinee against the Trenton Titans. Orlando showed strong resolve in yesterday’s tilt with the Elmira Jackals, as they came back from deficits of 2-0, 3-1, 4-3, and 5-4 to earn a point in an eventual 6-5 overtime loss to Elmira. The Titans Orlando vs. Trentonhad the luxury of being off last night, and last took the ice against the Wheeling Nailers on Friday. The Nailers built up a 2-0 lead going into the third period, but Trenton erased the lead with two goals in the first 4:21 of the period to tie the game at 2-2. Wheeling came right back with three unanswered goals, including two in 23 that came just 23 seconds apart, to collect the 5-2 victory. The Solar Bears and Titans last came together on an historic night for Orlando, when the 2000-01 Turner Cup Championship Banner was unveiled in the rafters of the Amway Center. In that contest, the Solar Bears jumped out to an early 1-0 lead and eventually took down Trenton 6-4. This is the third meeting between the two clubs, with Orlando going 1-1-0-0 against the Titans this year.

Solar Bears Notes:
C Dale Mahovsky, who was activated from the 21-day IR earlier this week, notched three points last night on two goals and one assist. It was his first three point night with Orlando… C Ryan Cruthers played in his 299th ECHL game yesterday, and is expected to play in his 300th game tonight… F Justin Levac picked up two assists yesterday for his first multiple point game for the Solar Bears… F Ryan Berard made his Solar Bears debut yesterday… D Michael Wilson is sixth among defensemen with 32 points (4 goals, 28 assists)… Orlando is 15-1-1 when scoring the game’s first goal… F Michael Lysyj and D Michael Jordan made their Solar Bears debuts on Friday. Jordan played in both preseason games for the Solar Bears in early October… F Chris Lawrence was not dressed yesterday or Friday and is not expected to play today… C Mathew Sisca was placed on the 21-day IR earlier this week… D Jesse Dudas was placed on the 21-day IR last week… G Mike Brodeur, D Josh Caron, F Dan Dries, and D Sean Lorenz remain on the 21-day IR.


Titans Notes:

F Jacob Cepis is 17th in the ECHL with 54 points on 18 goals and 36 assists… F Stephen Schultz leads the league with 17 power play goals… G Scott Wedgewood is second among goaltenders with 1,194 saves and is third with 2,501 minutes played…  F Marcel Noebles is 17th among ECHL rookies with 30 points (11 goals, 19 assists)… D Blake Kessel is 16th among defensemen with 29 points (8 goals 21 assists)… Trenton is 5th on the power play at 21.2 percent (62-for-293) and 3rd on the penalty kill at 85.2 percent (213-for-250)… F Jacob Cepis leads the Titans in assists (36) and points (54), F Andy Bohmbach leads the team in goals (21).


Upcoming Promotions:

March 20:
March 24:		 St. Patrick’s Day Special Jersey
Fan Appreciation Game

For more information call the Solar Bears Executive Offices at 407-951-8200.

Get Tickets:
Orlando plays their next six games on the road before returning home to face the Greenville Road Warriors on Wednesday, March 20, and Thursday, March 21, at 7:00 p.m. They then face the Cincinnati Cyclones on Sunday, March 24, at 3:00 p.m. Good seats still available, visit www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com.

The Orlando Solar Bears, the ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild and AHL’s Houston Aeros, play all of their home games at the 2012 Street and Smith’s Sports Business Journal Sports Facility of the Year, the Amway Center.

Individual tickets for all regular season home games are on sale beginning as low as $15. To purchase your tickets, please visit www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com or the Amway Center Box Office.

Follow the Solar Bears at www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com, Facebook, and Twitter (@OrlandoHockey) for all the latest news and updates.

Don’t get shut-out when we sell out! 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 for the 2013-14 season. Call the Solar Bears at407-951-8200 or visit www.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 or click here.

Officially licensed Orlando Solar Bears replica team jerseys, apparel, and headwear can be purchased online at: 
http://shop.orlandosolarbearshockey.com/

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SOLAR BEARS BATTLE BACK FROM MULTIPLE DEFICITS TO EARN POINT IN 6-5 OT LOSS TO JACKALS

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SOLAR BEARS BATTLE BACK FROM MULTIPLE DEFICITS TO EARN POINT IN 6-5 OT LOSS TO JACKALS
Solar Bears Take on Trenton Sunday Afternoon

Elmira, NY -  Dale Mahovsky notched three points as the Solar Bears fought back from multiple deficits to earn a point in a 6-5 overtime loss to the Elmira Jackals at First Arena on Saturday night.

Two early penalties on Orlando in the first period led to 1:07 of 5-on-3 time for the Jackals, but the Solar Bears were able to kill off the two-man advantage to maintain a 0-0 score. The Jackals were able to strike first regardless, when D Jordan  Continue reading →

Orlando Magic and Maurice Harkless Get Ready for Noche Latina Tonight

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 Maurice Harkless Noche Latina photoThe Orlando Magic and Maurice Harkless* prepare for the Magic’s Noche Latina presented by Chase tonight by “modeling” the El Magic jersey and preparing a video for the NBA’s éne•bé•a platform. Noche Latina is the league’s marquee program under the éne•bé•a platform, Noche Latina events will also be supported with television and radio advertising on both English- and Spanish-language media across the country as well as on the league’s and Magic’s Spanish-language website, enebea.com  and elorlandomagic.com, and social media pages. The Magic will wear “El Magic” jerseys starting tonight against the Pacers and again for the March 22 Oklahoma City contest and the March 25 Miami matchup.

Orlando Magic Celebrates Noche Latina Presented by Chase Team will wear “El Magic” jerseys for three games starting tomorrow/March 8; Chase and Magic refurbished court at Pinar Elementary

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Orlando Magic Celebrates Noche Latina Presented by Chase

Team will wear “El Magic” jerseys for three games starting tomorrow/March 8; Chase and Magic refurbished court at Pinar Elementary

In appreciation of the Orlando Magic’s Hispanic fan base, for the second consecutive year the team will wear “El Magic” jerseys for three home games beginning on March 8 when Orlando faces the Indiana Pacers at the Amway Center (tip off set for 7:00 p.m.).  The team will don the “El Magic” jerseys to mark Noche Latina presented by Chase, at the March 8 game.  The “El Magic” jerseys are part of the team and Chase’s continuing efforts to connect with the entire community of greater Central Florida.  In addition to the March 8 Pacers game, the Magic will wear the jerseys at the March 22 Oklahoma City contest and the March 25 Miami matchup. Also, in celebration of the partners’ multicultural platforms, the Magic and Chase unveiled a refurbished court at Pinar Elementary on March 2—a school with a large Hispanic population—to update the facilities built in 1976. Continue reading →

ORLANDO MAKES TWO DEADLINE DEALS Solar Bears Send Ginand to Gwinnett for Three Players

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ORLANDO MAKES TWO DEADLINE DEALS

Solar Bears Send Ginand to Gwinnett for Three Players

Orlando, FL – The Orlando Solar Bears announced today that they have traded F Ryan Ginand to the Gwinnett Gladiators in exchange for three players from Ryan GinandGwinnett’s roster to be named following the conclusion of the season. In addition, the Solar Bears sent  backup goaltender James Reid to Evansville.  The moves occurred prior to today’s ECHL 3pm EST trade deadline.

“By receiving three players back from one of the top teams in the South Division we expect to improve our roster,” said Orlando Solar Bears Coach Drake Berehowsky.

Ginand has played 28 games for the Solar Bears, registering 22 points on seven goals  and 15 assists. The Milford, MA native has earned multiple recalls to the Houston Aeros of the American Hockey League (AHL) this year, and in seven games he has recorded eight penalty minutes with the Aeros.

Reid appeared in one game with Orlando.

Upcoming Promotions:

March 20:
March 24:		 St. Patrick’s Day Special Jersey
Fan Appreciation Game

For more information call the Solar Bears Executive Offices at 407-951-8200.

Get Tickets:
Orlando plays their next six games on the road before returning home to face the Greenville Road Warriors on Wednesday, March 21, and Thursday, March 22, at 7:00 p.m. They then face the Cincinnati Cyclones on Sunday, March 24, at 3:00 p.m. Good seats still available, visit www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com.

The Orlando Solar Bears, the ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild and AHL’s Houston Aeros, play all of their home games at the 2012 Street and Smith’s Sports Business Journal Sports Facility of the Year, the Amway Center.

Individual tickets for all regular season home games are on sale beginning as low as $15. To purchase your tickets, please visit http://www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com or the Amway Center Box Office.

Follow the Solar Bears at http://www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com, Facebook, and Twitter (@OrlandoHockey) for all the latest news and updates.

Don’t get shut-out when we sell out! 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 for the 2013-14 season. Call the Solar Bears at407-951-8200 or visit http://www.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 or click here.

Officially licensed Orlando Solar Bears replica team jerseys, apparel, and headwear can be purchased online at: 
http://shop.orlandosolarbearshockey.com/

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‘BE GREAT CLASSIC FOR KIDS’ A HIT AT AMWAY CENTER Event Raised Money, Awareness for Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida

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‘BE GREAT CLASSIC FOR KIDS’ A HIT AT AMWAY CENTER

Event Raised Money, Awareness for Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida

Orlando, FL – The Orlando Solar Bears held the ‘BE GREAT! Classic for Kids’ on Saturday, March 2, raising over $6,000 for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida. The contest came right down to the wire, with Team Teal scoring five unanswered goals to come back from a 5-1 deficit and earn a thrilling 6-5 victory over Team Purple. Continue reading →

THE LEGENDS OF THE SUMMER STADIUM TOUR – JAY Z And Justin Timberlake – Announce New York On Sale Information:

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LIVE NATION LOGOYankee Stadium Show Goes On Sale March 12 at 10:00 AM at LiveNation.com

JAY Z and Justin Timberlake’s, THE LEGENDS OF THE SUMMER STADIUM TOUR, announces ticketing details for their highly anticipated show at world renown Yankee Stadium on July 19th.  Tickets go on sale to the public on Tuesday, March 12th at 10:00 AM.  Ticket and tour information for all dates is available at LiveNation.com.

Beginning today, fans can RSVP to the Facebook presale by clicking here or visiting 
http://on.fb.me/13p2NSi
 for access to presale tickets for the July 19th show.  Presale ticket access will be available on Monday, March 11th at 10 AM. Continue reading →

SOLAR BEARS WELCOME 86,391 FANS DURING HOME STRETCH Orlando Has Played 13 of last 14 Games at Home

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SOLAR BEARS WELCOME 86,391 FANS
DURING HOME STRETCH

Orlando Has Played 13 of last 14 Games at Home

Orlando, FL – The Orlando Solar Bears held the ‘BE GREAT! Classic for Kids’ on Saturday, March 2, raising over $6,000 for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida.

The first week of the home stretch of games was highlighted on February 2, when 8,650 Solar Bears fans were in attendance as Orlando honored the Turner Cup Championship team from the 2000-01 season by raising the banner to the Amway Center rafters. That night, C Mathew Sisca scored 1:04 in the contest and forward C.J. Severyn collected four points (1 goal, 3 assists) to help Orlando down the CrowdTitans 6-4.

Orlando eclipsed the 7,000 fan mark again just two games later, on February 8, when 7,242 fans turned out to see the Solar Bears erase a 3-0 second period deficit to overcome the Florida Everblades with a 4-3 shootout victory. F Ryan Ginand led the charge offensively for Orlando with a goal and an assist in the game.

The following weekend the Solar Bears held Faith and Family Weekend in three games against the South Carolina Stingrays from Friday, February 15, through Sunday, February 17. A total of 21,023 fans came out over the three game set, with 8,590 people in attendance on Saturday night. Three live bands played during the weekend, as Stria performed on Friday, Group 1 Crew took the stage on Saturday, and Good Luck Penny closed out the weekend on Sunday. Season ticket holders were invited to step on the Amway Center ice after Sunday’s game for a Skate with the Team event, as well as get autographs from Solar Bears players on the concourse.

Fans turned out in high numbers once again on Friday, February 22, to see Orlando battle a South Division rival, the Gwinnett Gladiators. That night, 7,448 fans witnessed a 4-2 win for Orlando over the division leader, while also seeing C Ryan Cruthers score his 20th goal of the season with a shorthanded tally late in the final period.

The home stretch came to a close last weekend, as the third largest crowd of the year of 8,819 people watched the Solar Bears match up against the top team in the Eastern Conference, the Reading Royals. Before the game, the Solar Bears hosted the ‘BE GREAT! Classic for Kids’ that saw seven-time Stanley Cup champion Bryan Trottier, Solar Bears Head Coach and veteran of 549 NHL games Drake Berehowsky, and former Solar Bears and NHL-ers Allan Bester and Bob Joyce hit the ice with local Orlando players.

When the homestand ended, 86,391 fans had come out to see the Solar Bears, for an average attendance of 6,645 people. A total of 53,019 were in attendance over the seven Friday and Saturday dates, for an average of 7,574 people at the weekend games.

“We want to thank all of the fans who have come out to Amway Center to celebrate the return of the Solar Bears so far this season,” said Chief Operating Office/Managing Partner Bob Ohrablo.  “Our fans have created an incredible atmosphere inside the Amway Center each and every night.”

The Solar Bears embark on a six game road trip before starting a final five game regular season home stretch beginning with a St. Patrick’s Day Celebration game on Wednesday, March 20th against the Greenville Road Warriors, who also provide the competition for the Thursday, March 21st home game.  The home stand continues on Sunday, March 24th against Cincinnati and concludes with a pair of games against arch rivals, the Florida Everblades on Spring Break Week-Tuesday, March 26th and Wednesday, March 27th.

Upcoming Promotions:

March 20:
March 24:		 St. Patrick’s Day Special Jersey
Fan Appreciation Game

For more information call the Solar Bears Executive Offices at 407-951-8200.

Get Tickets:
Orlando plays their next six games on the road before returning home to face the Greenville Road Warriors on Wednesday, March 21, and Thursday, March 22, at 7:00 p.m. They then face the Cincinnati Cyclones on Sunday, March 24, at 3:00 p.m. Good seats still available, visit www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com.

The Orlando Solar Bears, the ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild and AHL’s Houston Aeros, play all of their home games at the 2012 Street and Smith’s Sports Business Journal Sports Facility of the Year, the Amway Center.

Individual tickets for all regular season home games are on sale beginning as low as $15. To purchase your tickets, please visit http://www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com or the Amway Center Box Office.

Follow the Solar Bears at http://www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com, Facebook, and Twitter (@OrlandoHockey) for all the latest news and updates.

Don’t get shut-out when we sell out! 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 for the 2013-14 season. Call the Solar Bears at407-951-8200 or visit http://www.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 or click here.

Officially licensed Orlando Solar Bears replica team jerseys, apparel, and headwear can be purchased online at: 
http://shop.orlandosolarbearshockey.com/

Get to Know: Arron Afflalo By John Denton, OrlandoMagic.com

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Get to Know: Arron Afflalo

By John Denton, OrlandoMagic.com

Link to story at OrlandoMagic.com, http://www.nba.com/magic/news/denton-afflalo-embracing-team-renovation

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There is, quite possibly, no one on the Orlando Magic’s roster better to confirm the rebuilding plan that the organization has chosen to implement than Arron Afflalo, a veteran who could be looking for a door, but instead wholeheartedly wants to be a part of this massive Magic makeover.

At 27 years old and six years into his NBA career, Afflalo certainly wouldn’t be blamed if he wanted to flee for a team in the championship hunt before his prime years of basketball expire. Quite the contrary, says Afflalo, who covets his position now as a mentor for Orlando’s kiddie corps of five rookies and three second-year players. And he enjoys being the tough-minded veteran who the team looks to in time of need, such as Monday in New Orleans when Afflalo scored 11 of his game-high 26 points in the fourth quarter to spark a 105-102 Magic victory Continue reading →

SOLAR BEARS, COMMUNITY FOOD & OUTREACH CENTER HOST PARTNER EVENT Donor and Partner Night Hosted by the Team Honors and Thanks Philanthropists, Volunteers, and Leadership Advocates of Community Food & Outreach Center

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SOLAR BEARS, COMMUNITY FOOD & OUTREACH CENTER HOST PARTNER EVENT

Donor and Partner Night Hosted by the Team Honors and Thanks Philanthropists, Volunteers, and Leadership Advocates of Community Food & Outreach Center

Orlando, FL – The Orlando Solar Bears hosted the second annual Donor and Partner night for their charity partner the Community Food & Outreach Center. The event, which was attended by almost 300 of Central Florida’s most distinguished philanthropists, volunteer leaders, and community advocates, took place before the game on Thursday, February 28th. This year the event was hosted by Managing Partner and Community Food & Outreach Center board member Jason Siegel in the Fairwinds Atrium of the Amway Center. Andrae Bailey

All donors and partners who attended received complementary hockey pucks, had the opportunity to have autographs and pictures with Solar Bears players, and received a special visit from the Star Wars movie characters. During the event, Siegel spoke about the Orlando Solar Bears partnership with the Community Food & Outreach Center, and donors and partners were given an update on the programs and services now offered at the Community Food & Outreach Center’s Downtown Orlando Campus because of their generosity and support. All attendees stayed after to support and watch the team in action that night in a special section of the Amway Center.

“I am proud to serve on the Board of the Community Food & Outreach Center,” said Jason Siegel, Solar Bears Managing Partner. “It was a great night with two big wins, one on the ice and another off the ice.”

“We could not help the homeless, the hungry, and those struggling in poverty without our donors and partners; and the Orlando Solar Bears are one of finest,” said Andrae Bailey, executive director of Community Food & Outreach Center. “This event was a wonderful time of celebration and encouragement for our partners and advocates. We are thankful that the Orlando Solar Bears hosted this event and made it possible.” said Bailey.

Upcoming Promotions:
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For more information call the Solar Bears Executive Offices at 407-951-8200.

Get Tickets:
The Solar Bears put the finishing touches on their eight-game homestand as they host the Reading Royals on Saturday, March 2, at 7:00 p.m. Good seats still available, visit http://www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com.

The Orlando Solar Bears, the ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild and AHL’s Houston Aeros, play all of their home games at the 2012 Street and Smith’s Sports Business Journal Sports Facility of the Year, the Amway Center.

Individual tickets for all regular season home games are on sale beginning as low as $15. To purchase your tickets, please visit http://www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com or the Amway Center Box Office.

Follow the Solar Bears at http://www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com, Facebook, and Twitter (@OrlandoHockey) for all the latest news and updates.

Don’t get shut-out when we sell out! 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 for the 2013-14 season. Call the Solar Bears at407-951-8200 or visit http://www.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 or click here.

Officially licensed Orlando Solar Bears replica team jerseys, apparel, and headwear can be purchased online at: 
http://shop.orlandosolarbearshockey.com/

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