Rush finalize season's promotional schedule
Thursday March 7, 2013
CHICAGO-The Rush have finalized their promotional events for the 2013 season, the front office announced today.
The team will take an active stance against the epidemic of youth violence by hosting “Rush Against Violence” on April 14th. They will pair up with local youth groups, teams, churches and area police stations to help bring more awareness to the ever-increasing issue of violence in our neighborhoods.
On the eve of Cinco de Mayo, the Rush will host Latin Heritage night on May 4th against the Philadelphia Soul. The game will be televised on the CBS Sports Network, the team’s first national telecast in two seasons.
Leading up to Memorial Day, the Rush will honor all present, past, and future military personnel on May 19th against the Arizona Rattlers.
With the Rush traveling to Rockford to host a pair of games in the birthplace of the Arena Football League, they’ll honor the history of the League by hosting back to back games at the BMO Harris Bank Center on June 8th and June 15th, paying homage to where the AFL all started.
Once back in Chicago, L.A. Tan will be the exclusive sponsor of ‘Beach Night’ on July 13th. The Rush will wrap up their regular season by hosting Fan Appreciation Night on July 27th, where the most loyal fans in the Arena Football League will be the ones taking center stage.
About the Chicago Rush
The Chicago Rush will open their twelfth season on Saturday, March 23rd against the Iowa Barnstormers at the Allstate Arena. Season tickets start as low as $8 per seat/ticket and are available now by calling the front office at 855-RUSH-WIN. Stay informed and up to date with the latest team news by following the Rush on Facebook and Twitter.
About the AFL
Since its inception in 1987, the Arena Football League has showcased their fast-paced and exciting game to millions of fans in a myriad of markets across the country. CBS Sports Network will broadcast an AFL National Game of the Week on Saturday nights for the entire regular season and postseason through the semifinal round. The ArenaBowl XXVI Championship Game will air on the CBS Television Network on August 17, 2013.