FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SCHOOL’S IN FOR TORONTO LYNX
CLUB IS ANTICIPATING A SOLD OUT
CROWD FOR ANNUAL SCHOOL DAY
GAME
TORONTO, ON—(June 10, 2002)…The Toronto Lynx (1-7-1, 5 points) will once
again be capping off their yearly School Educational Program with their School
Day game this Wednesday, June 12 when Toronto takes on the Pittsburgh
Riverhounds (2-7-4, 12 points) at Centennial Park Stadium. Kick-off for the
match is 12:00 p.m.
The Lynx are anticipating a sold out crowd of students, educators and soccer
fans for this dynamic event. Pre-game ceremonies will kick off at 11:30
p.m. with several local area school bands and choirs setting the stage for what
promises to be another exciting match.
This annual event is the culminating point of one of the most successful
community outreach programs over the last four years. In 2002, the
Toronto Lynx players once again delivered countless soccer clinics to Greater
Toronto Area schools along with educational presentations on lifestyle
issues. This year, in partnership with the Canadian Lung Association and
the Canadian Safe School Network, the Toronto Lynx have zeroed in on an
anti-smoking message and “Kick Bullying”, an anti-violence message.
Toronto Lynx Owner and Chief Operating Officer, Nicole Hartrell says, “We are
very proud of our relationship with GTA schools. Having come from an
educational background, I understand the importance of supporting our teachers
in the delivery of the school curriculum. The feedback that we get from
the students and teachers in very heartwarming. They truly appreciate the
effective positive influence and modeling of our Toronto Lynx players".
Students will get a special treat Wednesday as Paul Stalteri, the most
celebrated Lynx alumni, will be on hand to perform the ceremonial kick-off and
sign autographs. Born in Toronto, Stalteri was an offensive force in the
Lynx’ first season, leading the club with 7 goals in 16 games. In 1997,
the forward led the club to an A-League record 10 game winning streak and a
birth in the playoffs before leaving to join Werder Bremen of the German
Bundesliga. The former Lynx star is now a regular first-team player with
the club and is a starter with our Canadian National Team.
FATHER DAY CELEBRATIONS AT INAUGURAL CALGARY STORM MATCH
The Toronto Lynx will be hosting the expansion Calgary Storm on Father
Appreciation Night at Centennial Stadium on Saturday, June 15 at 7:30
p.m. The all-Canadian match-up is the inaugural match for both teams as
Calgary joined the A-League in 2002.
Special ticket packages created especially for fathers and
grandfathers provide great and affordable pro soccer action with added musical
entertainment. Dads will be treated to a Broadway style musical entitled “Not a
Sound, Baby Sleep”, and music by the Humber Express, a dynamic barbershop
chorus, performing classic favourites such as “In the Good Old Summertime”,
“Down Our Way” and “I Want A Girl”.
U14 TORONTO LYNX JUNIORS
INAUGURAL GAME
Gary Miller will be unveiling his 2002 roster showcasing some of the finest
youth talent that the Greater Toronto Area has to offer this Saturday. The U14
Toronto Lynx Juniors have been training over the last few months and are ready
to battle the U14 Rochester Raging Rhinos Junior squad in a double header
kicking off at 4:30 before the Toronto/Calgary match. The Toronto Lynx Juniors
are part of the Super Y League, an elite youth development league of the United
Soccer Leagues that prepares top talent for professional play. The Toronto Lynx
join many MLS and A-League clubs in fielding teams in the Super Y League.
Nicole Hartrell clarifies that, “ Peter Pinizzotto and Gary Miller are working
out the details for greater mentoring of the U14 squad by the senior team. This
is an exhibition season for the junior squad with plans in place for full entry
and expansion in 2003”.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
ERIC MICHALKO—MEDIA RELATIONS COORDINATOR
TORONTO LYNX SOCCER CLUB
(416) 251-4625, ext. 25