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Well we’re exactly 100 days from Opening Night for the Maine Red Claws and from what I hear the fans are anxious for the season to begin. Who could blame them with all that the Maine Red Claws staff have done to keep up the buzz over the past few months and all that they have in store prior to opening night and throughout the inaugural season.
Just announced – the Red Claws will host their 2nd Pick-A-Seat Promotion which will encompass the entire Labor Day weekend at the Portland Expo from Friday, September 4, through Sunday, September 6, each day from 10am to 3pm. Season ticket holders can once again come take a peek at their seats, while fans who have yet to purchase tickets can “try them out” before they purchase their seat. Back by popular demand, the Red Claws will also gives fans another crack at making a half court shot for a chance to win a free season ticket.
You may remember the Red Claws announced tryouts down in the Charlotte, NC area, well now those skilled players in the Northeast will get their shot with the Northeast Maine Red Claws tryouts at UMass-Boston on October 3, 2009. More details to follow shortly….we’ll keep you posted.
Anyone spotted “Claw Force One” (pictured above), the new Maine Red Claws van that will transport players, as well as make charitable appearances and stops around Maine. Hopefully there is plenty of leg room for those tall guys!!
I also understand the Maine Red Claws Dance Team will continue to make appearances around Portland with a showcase event on October 4 in Lewiston for The Dempsey Challenge: A Journey for Hope, which promises to be a phenomenal event.
That’s all for now….Go Red Claws!
Today the Maine Red Claws announced a partnership with UNUM to deliver tickets to local children and provide them with the opportunity to see all of the Maine Red Claws home games in Portland. Through the UNUM Shooting Stars program, 75 tickets per game will be distributed to area schools and non-profit organizations to attend the basketball games.