Post by dogcatcher on Oct 30, 2007 6:41:58 GMT -4
Dogs, Comex could provide win-win scenario
PETER MCGUIRE
Game on
Published Tuesday October 30th, 2007
Appeared on page B6
Now that the Comex bus service is up and running in Hampton, the Kennebecasis Valley and Grand Bay-Westfield, we're wondering if the Saint John Sea Dogs have ever thought of teaming up with Saint John Transit for a couple of nights this year.
Think about it: Your game ticket and return bus fare for, let's say $20 or even less.
Season-ticket holders would simply pay bus fare.
We're guessing there'd be a number of takers. You wouldn't have to worry about parking, gas or driving for that matter. You'd be dropped off at the front door and picked up at the front door right after the game. No lineups, no hassels. It seems like a good idea from this corner.
Sea Dogs president Wayne Long likes the idea and said he plans to look into it.
One keen observer and season ticket holder suggested that if we were talking about taking the train to Harbour Station, people would be all over the idea. That said, think of Comex as our above-ground subway system.
A well advertised trial run could take place for a big game against a hot-ticket team like the Moncton Wildcats. If it flies, the service could be more frequent. If it doesn't, move on. But by sharing the risk and reward with Comex, you have to believe it's worth a try.
One target audience that could be tapped into is the high schools. The Sea Dogs now have special promotions when schools are pitted against each other in different sections to see who can make the most noise. Those discounted tickets would likely be more popular if parents knew transportation was included on those nights.
All aboard for Harbour Station.
WHAT A COMEBACK: Saturday's 6-5 shootout win over the St. John's Fog Devils probably wasn't all that good for the coaching staff's mental health but it provided plenty of excitement for those on hand. Trailing 5-1 in the second, the Sea Dogs roared back for the victory. Many more positives came out of the game than negatives. It's quite a switch from the first two years when if the team fell behind by that margin, most fans would have been headed for the turnstiles. Even when Travis Fullerton came on in relief of a shaky Robert Mayer and allowed a goal on his first shot, there was a sense that the Dogs still weren't dead. It must have something to do with having Chris Di Domenico's take-charge approach or team captain Alex Grant brimming with confidence like never before.
MAINEIACS TONIGHT: The Sea Dogs host the defending league champions from Lewiston, Me., tonight at 7 p.m. in what is being dubbed Fright Night. Young fans who come in their Halloween costume will have their names entered in a draw for a grand prize from Sea Dog Styles merchandise shop. Youngsters will also have an opportunity to have their picture taken with children's television characters such as SpongeBob SquarePants and Dora The Explorer.
WELL DONE: Dinner with the Dogs at East Side Mario's was a resounding success on Sunday. A capacity crowd of 100 turned out for the fundraiser with all money raised going to Children's Wish Foundation.
PETER MCGUIRE
Game on
Published Tuesday October 30th, 2007
Appeared on page B6
Now that the Comex bus service is up and running in Hampton, the Kennebecasis Valley and Grand Bay-Westfield, we're wondering if the Saint John Sea Dogs have ever thought of teaming up with Saint John Transit for a couple of nights this year.
Think about it: Your game ticket and return bus fare for, let's say $20 or even less.
Season-ticket holders would simply pay bus fare.
We're guessing there'd be a number of takers. You wouldn't have to worry about parking, gas or driving for that matter. You'd be dropped off at the front door and picked up at the front door right after the game. No lineups, no hassels. It seems like a good idea from this corner.
Sea Dogs president Wayne Long likes the idea and said he plans to look into it.
One keen observer and season ticket holder suggested that if we were talking about taking the train to Harbour Station, people would be all over the idea. That said, think of Comex as our above-ground subway system.
A well advertised trial run could take place for a big game against a hot-ticket team like the Moncton Wildcats. If it flies, the service could be more frequent. If it doesn't, move on. But by sharing the risk and reward with Comex, you have to believe it's worth a try.
One target audience that could be tapped into is the high schools. The Sea Dogs now have special promotions when schools are pitted against each other in different sections to see who can make the most noise. Those discounted tickets would likely be more popular if parents knew transportation was included on those nights.
All aboard for Harbour Station.
WHAT A COMEBACK: Saturday's 6-5 shootout win over the St. John's Fog Devils probably wasn't all that good for the coaching staff's mental health but it provided plenty of excitement for those on hand. Trailing 5-1 in the second, the Sea Dogs roared back for the victory. Many more positives came out of the game than negatives. It's quite a switch from the first two years when if the team fell behind by that margin, most fans would have been headed for the turnstiles. Even when Travis Fullerton came on in relief of a shaky Robert Mayer and allowed a goal on his first shot, there was a sense that the Dogs still weren't dead. It must have something to do with having Chris Di Domenico's take-charge approach or team captain Alex Grant brimming with confidence like never before.
MAINEIACS TONIGHT: The Sea Dogs host the defending league champions from Lewiston, Me., tonight at 7 p.m. in what is being dubbed Fright Night. Young fans who come in their Halloween costume will have their names entered in a draw for a grand prize from Sea Dog Styles merchandise shop. Youngsters will also have an opportunity to have their picture taken with children's television characters such as SpongeBob SquarePants and Dora The Explorer.
WELL DONE: Dinner with the Dogs at East Side Mario's was a resounding success on Sunday. A capacity crowd of 100 turned out for the fundraiser with all money raised going to Children's Wish Foundation.