The Canisius College hockey team and HARBORCENTER announced ticket packages for the Atlantic Hockey best 2-of-3 quarterfinal series, slated for March 13 to 15 at Buffalo's HARBORCENTER. Included in the ticket packages are pregame happy hours, in-game contests and promotional giveaways as the team battles for a berth in the Atlantic Hockey Semifinals.
"HARBORCENTER has become an entertainment destination in Western New York and the Atlantic Hockey Playoffs will provide championship atmosphere for this series," said Canisius Director of Athletics Bill Maher. "The events that are planned, combined with exciting NCAA Division I college hockey action make this another must see event in Buffalo."
“We are very proud that Dave Smith and his Golden Griffins have had such a successful regular season, their first at HARBORCENTER,” said HARBORCENTER President John Koelmel. “And we're excited to further enhance the fan experience enjoyed by many throughout the last four months with an even higher-energy atmosphere as college hockey playoff action comes to HARBORCENTER for the initial time. We're confident that strong fan support will help carry the Griffs to the semifinals of the Atlantic Hockey Championship in Rochester as they pursue their ultimate prize of a berth in the NCAA Tournament.”
Prior to the Friday and Saturday night faceoffs, (716) Food and Sport will cater a HARBORCENTER Playoff Happy Hour, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the fan concourse on level seven above First Niagara Rink at HARBORCENTER. For $12, fans will receive admission to both the game and the happy hour, where they can enjoy free appetizers, 2-for-1 drink specials, live music and Canisius hockey promotional giveaways.
Families and small groups wishing to enjoy Atlantic Hockey playoff action can take advantage of the Canisius Hockey Fan Pack, where they will receive four tickets to the game, four hot dogs, four soft drinks, a bucket of popcorn, and two HARBORCENTER pucks. The cost of the package is $39.99.
Youth hockey teams interested in attending the games can purchase tickets for $5. In addition to that special group rate, each player will receive a free Canisius hockey tee shirt. Contact Ashley Dilcher (716-855-4589) for more youth hockey information.
Attendees at all games will be treated to Canisius hockey giveaways, the popular chuck-a-puck contest, and a split club 50-50 raffle with a minimum guaranteed payout of $500 on Friday and Saturday.
Complimentary parking will be available in the HARBORCENTER ramp for all ticketholders with proof of ticket purchase.
Canisius' Atlantic Hockey quarterfinal playoff series is part of an exciting weekend in downtown Buffalo that also includes home games for the Sabres and Bandits. Fans are encouraged to leave extra time for travel to HARBORCENTER. Tickets for the games are available online at ticketmaster.com or by calling the Canisius box office at 716-888-2885. Fan packs can be purchased by clicking here.
The Griffs finished the 2014-15 regular season in second place in the Atlantic Hockey standings – matching the program's best finish. Canisius is set to host an opponent to be determined during the quarterfinal series beginning on March 13 at 7:35 p.m. Saturday's contest is also set for 7:35 p.m., while Sunday's game – if necessary – will begin at 5:05 p.m.
