Star Wars fun returns to the Buffalo Bisons in New York as they prepare for their 3rd annual Star Wars Night. Check out the press release below via PRLog.org:
May 31, 2010 ? Star Wars Night -June 12
Come to Star Wars Night YOU MUST!
Coca-Cola Field will once again serve as the battlefield as the Rebel Alliance combine with Jedi Warriors battle the evil forces of the dark side!
The Bisons 3rd Annual Star Wars Night, presented by Alfred State College, is set for Saturday, June 12 as the Bisons host the Lehigh Valley StormTroopers, er..we mean IronPigs.
This season's episode will feature specialized Bisons Jerseys worn by the team during the game. During the night, the game-worn jerseys will be a JERSEY AUCTION with proceeds to benefit the American Heart Association.
The Bisons players won't be the only ones in uniform. Check out great Character Appearances by Garrison Excelsior of the 501st Legion of Stormtroopers and Echo Base of the Rebel Legion along with members of the North Ridge, Buffalo's own Star Wars FanForce. Members of all three groups will be in the concourse throughout the game for pictures.
Be sure to stay after the game for the world premiere of the North Ridge's lightsaber dueling show, "Duels of Destiny," featuring North Ridge members battling it out on the field, with additional character appearances by the 501st and Rebel Legions.
And, since it's Star Wars Night, we're lighting up the sky with an amazing post game Fireworks Display.
Make sure you're a part of this unforgettable evening . Use the 4-rce Pack Don't go into the battle alone!
The Bisons encourage fans to USE THE 4-RCEand save money with a four-person ticket package.
For only $60.00 -or a savings of $12.00- Star Wars fans can get 4 reserved seat tickets, 4 hot dogs, 4 sodas and 1 souvenir light saber. Add additional light sabers for only $6.00 each
To order, contact Jedi Master Anthony Sprague at (716) 846-2256 or email him at asprague@bisons.com.
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The 501st Legion is a worldwide Star Wars costuming organization comprised of and operated by Star Wars fans. While it is not sponsored by Lucasfilm Ltd., it is Lucasfilm's preferred Imperial costuming group.
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