Tomahawks Announce 2013-14 Promotional Schedule

Aug 11, 2013

Tomahawks Announce 2013-14 Promotional Schedule

 

JOHNSTOWN, PA – The Johnstown Tomahawks today announced their promotional schedule for the 2013-14 season. The organization looks forward to providing fans with the same exciting, value-packed theme nights, giveaways, and opportunities to support local charities, while also introducing several new promotions to celebrate the team’s second season in Johnstown.

 

The Tomahawks will play 28 home games of their 60-game season at the Cambria County War Memorial Arena, beginning with two games vs. Port Huron on Sat., Sept. 14 and Sun., Sept. 15 at 7:30 and 3:00 p.m., respectively. The majority of home games will be played on Friday (9) and Saturday (12) nights with the team’s longest uninterrupted sequence of home games occurring Thurs. Oct. 24 – Sat. Nov. 23 (11).

 

Tomahawks players will don specialty jerseys on four occasions: Faceoff Against Cancer/Pink at the Rink Weekend – Oct. 24 and 25; Military Appreciation Night – Nov. 9; Valentine’s Day – Feb. 14; and Guns & Hoses Night – Feb. 22. Fans will once again have the opportunity to bid on these game-worn jerseys with the funds raised going to a variety of charitable organizations.

 

The 2013-14 schedule will also feature several giveaways, including the following: Jason Spence bobblehead; Magnetic schedule; team poster; White-out Shirts; Tomahawks dog bandanas; Cowbells; Pink rally towels; Mini U.S. flags; special Valentine’s Day giveaway; and souvenir pucks. Fan Appreciation Weekend, set for the last homestand of the season, will occur during the weekend of Friday, March 21, 2014, and feature $20,000 worth of gift card giveaways. The team will celebrate the final home game of the year on Sun. March 23 with “Shirts Off Our Backs,” with selected fans winning players’ game-worn jerseys from that night, presented personally by the players.

 

The Tomahawks will soon announce information regarding the sale of single-game tickets and the Second Annual Select-a-Seat and Open House.

 

Promotional Schedule

 

Sept. 14 vs. Port Huron: Second Annual HockeyFest and Magnetic Schedule Giveaway

The Tomahawks invite fans to kick off the team’s sophomore season on Saturday with fun games, activities, live music, food, and drinks for the entire family. The evening will also include a special fireworks presentation and a special guest appearance.

 

 

Sept. 15 vs. Port Huron: Kids Day/Skate with the Players

This afternoon game, presented by J.A.H.A., will feature fun activities designed especially for our younger fans, including a chance to meet and skate with the Tomahawks players for the first time following the game.

 

Oct. 6 vs. Springfield: Pucks N’ Paws Night

We’re bringing back a fan favorite from last season! We’re celebrating our furry friends by inviting you to bring your dog to the game to benefit the Johnstown Police Department K9 Corps. Each dog attending the game will receive a special Tomahawks dog bandana.

 

Oct. 24 vs. Soo: Tomahawks Cowbell Giveaway

Back by popular demand, get your Hawks pumped with our team cowbells.

 

Oct. 25 & 26 vs. Soo: Faceoff Against Cancer and Pink Rally Towel Giveaway (10/25)

We’re pleased to partner with the Conemaugh Health Foundation to raise awareness and support cancer research by providing pink rally towels on the 25th and auctioning off players specialty pink game-worn jerseys with the proceeds going to the Conemaugh Health Foundation Cancer Fund.

 

Nov. 2 & 3 vs. Port Huron: Kids Weekend, Team Poster Giveaway, and Skate with the Players

We’re celebrating Chopper’s birthday and honoring our younger fans during this weekend with special events, including inviting all of Chopper’s mascot friends, a skate with the players following the Nov. 3 game, and a Team Poster giveaway on both days. Sponsor Allied Milk will also provide a special gift on the 2nd!

 

Nov. 8 vs. Springfield: Faith & Family Night

Following the game, listen to a special guest talk about his walk in faith.  

 

Nov. 9 vs. Springfield: Military Appreciation Night and U.S. Flag Giveaway

Support our armed forces and say “thank you” as we honor members of our military on this night. The Tomahawks will wear specialty jerseys that will be auctioned off during the game with the proceeds going to local charities.

 

Nov. 23 vs. Port Huron: Teddy Bear Toss

Bring a teddy bear to the game and help Toys for Tots! Fans can toss their teddy bears on the ice during a designated time during the game. All bears collected will go to the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program, which collects toys as Christmas gifts for children in need. 

 

Dec. 31 vs. Michigan: New Year’s Eve Post-Game Celebration and White-Out Shirt Giveaway

The tradition continues! Presented by the PA Lottery, join us as we ring in the New Year with giveaway noisemakers for kids and white-out shirts. Following the game, join Tomahawks staff, coaches, and players on the ice for autographs and to celebrate the holiday together.

 

Jan. 24 vs. Michigan: Head Coach Jason Spence Bobblehead Giveaway

Bring a part of the Tomahawks home with our special limited edition Jason Spence bobblehead! We’re honoring our head coach, who has brought his hard working, gritty style of hockey to the Tomahawks while also dedicating his time to the greater Johnstown community and surrounding regions since playing here professionally throughout seven seasons.

 

Feb. 14 & 15 vs. Michigan: Youth Hockey Weekend, Souvenir Puck Giveaway

We’re celebrating youth hockey in our community on this night by honoring those players, coaches, and families involved with youth hockey. On the 15th, all players wearing their youth hockey jerseys will

 

 

receive an official Tomahawks souvenir puck! The Tomahawks will also wear special Valentine’s Day jerseys that will be auctioned off during the game with the proceeds going to the American Hear Association.

 

Feb. 22 vs. Wenatchee: Guns & Hoses Charity Game / Hockey in Heels

The Tomahawks are proud to honor our local police and fire heroes with specialty jerseys that will be auctioned off during the game with the proceeds benefitting the Special Olympics of PA – Cambria County. Following the game, police and fire departments will faceoff in a special charity game to support local charities.

 

March 8 vs. Janesville: Faith & Family

Join us for our second Faith & Family Night of the season when a Tomahawk player will give a talk on faith and sports following the game.

 

March 8-10 vs. Soo: Fan Appreciation Weekend & Shirts Off Our Backs

For the final three home games of the season, we’re saying “thank you” to all of our wonderful fans. To conclude the regular season at home on Sunday, March 10, Tomahawks players will meet randomly selected fans and present them with the jerseys off their backs. Following that presentation, fans are invited to join players on the ice for a special skate. In addition, over $20,000 will be given away to fans in gift cards throughout the weekend.

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To purchase season or group tickets or for additional information, please call (814) 536-4625, email info@johnstowntomahawks.com, visit www.JohnstownTomahawks.com, or stop by the team offices in the War Memorial Arena.