KILLER BEES SIGN PAIR OF ROOKIES FOR 2011-12

The Rio Grande Valley Killer Bees of the Central Hockey League have signed a pair of rookie teammates for the 2011-12 season the team announced on Monday. Travis Eggum and Marc-Andre Carre both suited up for the La Ronge Ice Wolves of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) last season culminating with back-to-back SJHL championships.

Travis Eggum (5’11, 200) turned in a phenomenal 2010-11 season scoring 106 points in 58 games. Eggum averaged a goal a game and added 48 assists to his total. In 17 playoff games Eggum chipped in an additional 11 goals and 18 assists to lead the Ice Wolves to the championship.

Marc-Andre Carre (6’2, 195) was the other half the Ice Wolves duo scoring 106 points of his own. Carre scored 39 goals with 67 assists during the 2010-11 season and in the 17 playoff games added nine goals and 21 assists. Carre also claims Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) experience donning the sweaters of both the Chicoutimi Sagueneens and the Lewiston MAINEiacs.

“Both Travis and Marc-Andre are obviously very dynamic players and both had incredible junior careers in La Ronge,” said Killer Bees Head Coach and General Manager Terry Ruskowski. “I am excited to watch them grow into dynamic professional hockey players this season.”

The Killer Bees ninth season of play gets underway in October at the State Farm Arena in Hidalgo. Full season and half season ticket packages are now on sale by calling 956-843-7825 and more information is available at killerbeehockey.com.

KILLER BEES ANNOUNCE 2011-12 SLOGAN AND UPDATED LOGO

The Rio Grande Valley Killer Bees of the Central Hockey League announced on Thursday their slogan for the 2011-12 season along with an updated logo set. The Killer Bees slogan for their ninth season of play is “Whole New Attitude” which reflects the new direction the team is taking.

Led by new head coach Terry Ruskowski the Killer Bees will be bring a new style to the State Farm Arena ice. A tougher, grittier and all around more exciting team will be suiting up each and every night at the Hive.

The new attitude extends beyond the ice. With the original ownership group returning, the Bees have rededicated themselves to bringing the highest level of affordable family entertainment to the Valley with a renewed focus on customer service, fan interaction, and corporate accountability.

The Killer Bees are also proud to introduce an updated logo set for the 2011-12 season. While the popular mascot remains, the team has also introduced a new seal that will used in all facets of Killer Bees presentations.

Teal has been eliminated from the Killer Bees logos and has been replaced by grey.

“The grey helps to signify the new attitude that we are bringing to the Killer Bees. It is tougher, more in your face, and will help the team and logo stand out,” said Trey Medlock. “Our mission going forward is simple. To win a championship and make a difference in the community.”

Season tickets for the Killer Bees ninth season of play are now on sale by calling the box office at 956-843-PUCK (7825) or for more information check out the website at killerbeehockey.com.

COPIES OF THE LOGO IN VARIOUS FORMATS ARE AVAILABLE FROM THE KILLER BEES

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KILLER BEES ANNOUNCE FIRST SIGNING OF THE SEASON

The Rio Grande Valley Killer Bees of the Central Hockey League, under the leadership of General Manager and Head Coach Terry Ruskowski, are happy to announce their first signing 2011-12 campaign. The Killer Bees have retained the services of defenseman Kyle Radke for the 2011-12 season.

Radke was one of the key members of the Killer Bees defense last season appearing in 62 games before an injury sidelined him for the playoffs. A highly-skilled, stay-at-home defensemen Radke also added four goals and 12 assists while racking up 171 penalty minutes.

“Playing against Kyle was never fun for me last season. He is a good skater, gritty in the corners, and very responsible defensively. I think Kyle will only continue to get better with his second year with the Killer Bees,” said Bees coach Terry Ruskowski.

Radke’s best offensive performance last season came December 21st against Laredo where Radke assisted on three of the Killer Bees goals. At the end of the season Radke was awarded the Fan Favorite Award as voted by the fans in arena and online.

“I’m looking forward to the Valley cooling off a bit so that we can play hockey again. It will be good to see the faces that became so familiar to around the rink last year,” said Radke.

Season tickets for the 2011-12 season are now on sale and fans can renew or purchase their tickets by calling the Killer Bees at 956-843-7825 or for more information visit the website, killerbeehockey.com.

Video Clips of Radke are available at mediafire.com

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Killer Bees Announce Ticket Prices For Ninth Campaign

HIDALGO, Texas- The Rio Grande Valley Killer Bees of the Central Hockey League (CHL) are proud to continue their tradition of affordable professional hockey in the Valley by announcing their season ticket, group ticket, and individual ticket prices for the 2011-12 season.

Led by new head coach Terry Ruskowski, the Bees are excited to announce that season tickets will remain at the same prices this season. The most-popular Gold Level seating remain at $496 for all 32 games on a two-year contract.

Diamond Level tickets are only $672 while Platinum Level seats are $560 for a two-year contract. The Killer Bees also have a limited number of Silver Level seats remaining at $432 for the season.

Half-season tickets (16 games) are also available at $304 at the Platinum, $272 for Gold, and $240 at Silver.

The Killer Bees are also very happy to announce that prices for group tickets have gone down this season. For groups of 10-25 prices are on $11, for groups of 26-50 the price per ticket is $9 and for groups of 51+ the price is $7.

Game day walk-up prices have changed for the upcoming season and Diamond Level walk-up tickets are now $28.75, followed by Platinum at $24.75, Gold at $22.75, Silver at $18.75 and Red at $16.75.

Season and half-season tickets are now on sale by calling the Killer Bees at 843-PUCK (7825) or for more information visit killerbeehockey.com.

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