Rockets Welcome Stanley Cup Winner

Reading, PA – November 8, 2012 – The Reading Rockets are pleased to announce that two-time Stanley Cup Champion and NHL broadcaster Bill Clement will be in the “Launch Pad” for the November 9th game against the Charlotte Copperheads.  

“I’m very excited to partner with the Reading Rockets,” said Clement. “The organization’s commitment to community service and to developing players as well as people is commendable.”

“Opportunities to partner with a guy like Bill are ones you jump at,” added Rockets Vice President and General Manager Andy Makal. “Bill’s not only a recognizable name in the southeastern PA sports scene, he’s also a genuine guy who’s dealt with adversity throughout his life and still became a success. His commitment to doing well by doing good and ability to teach through his own life lessons make him an ideal partner for our community outreach programs.”

The Rockets return to the Launch Pad on November 9th to take on the Charlotte Copperheads at 7:05. It’s Military/Veterans Appreciation Night and the team will be auctioning off their jerseys to benefit Keystone Wounded Warriors and local VA Hospitals. The Rockets will salute past and present members of our nation’s armed forces and are donating tickets to the PA National Guard as well as veterans groups.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.rocketslax.com and through the Sovereign Center Box Office. For more information on group tickets, call (302) 507-1980.

The Reading Rockets are a professional indoor lacrosse organization in the Professional Lacrosse League (PLL). To learn more about the team, league, schedule or corporate partnership opportunities, contact the staff at (610) 314-7323 or log on to website.