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Jeffrey Mead is general manager of Cool Insuring Arena.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

By Jeffrey Mead<\/span><\/p>\n

What a year it has been for the Adirondack Civic Center Coalition.<\/span><\/p>\n

In our first full calendar year of operating the ECHL\u2019s Adirondack Thunder, alongside Cool Insuring Arena, we have been pleasantly surprised with the amount of growth and success this operation has seen. The Coalition is realizing its vision as we now have a long-term tenant secured in the building with Thunder hockey, and the success of the team is truly catapulting.<\/span><\/p>\n

After seeing a nearly 30 percent increase in ticket sales during the 2017-2018 season, the largest percentage increase across the league, we were excited to get after it again and see what this season had in store. It is difficult to repeat those astounding numbers, but through decisive planning and a hard-working staff, we knew there was more room to climb.<\/span><\/p>\n

Through the 2018 portion of this season\u2019s schedule, the Thunder has seen a 10 percent increase in attendance, an extremely positive number that shows our continued growth. ECHL Commissioner Ryan Crelin paid Glens Falls a visit in late November and was enthralled when we had a chance to discuss Thunder hockey.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cTo see what the Coalition has come in and been able to do, Jeff and his team \u2026\u201d Crelin said. \u201cI\u2019ve been at this 13 years and I\u2019ve never seen what I would call a turnaround like this. It\u2019s extremely impressive.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Part of that turnaround is due to the play of the team on the ice. The Thunder advanced to the Eastern Conference Finals last season, the furthest a Glens Falls-based hockey team had gone in the playoffs since 1992. The team has started this year\u2019s campaign off quite successfully as the squad continues to stick near the top of the Eastern Conference around the turn of the year. <\/span><\/p>\n

But the bigger part of the success comes from our continued community support. When the Coalition took over ownership of the Thunder, we re-branded the team colors to ensure that everyone knew this was a locally-owned and lasting operation. <\/span><\/p>\n

We see our fans sporting the new colors on merchandise and apparel, and we appreciate their backing of the change. We have seen the groups come out in droves and heard the roaring crowds of Cool Insuring Arena and can only hope our efforts make sure that never changes.<\/span><\/p>\n

We very much look forward to the remainder of this season with awesome promotions left including Law Enforcement Appreciation Night, \u201cStick It To Cancer\u201d weekend, Nickelodeon Night, Pucks For Paws and Fan Appreciation Night all to come in the second half of the year.<\/span><\/p>\n

We were also happy to announce the return of the Stewart\u2019s Four Pack for our game on Jan. 19. Get four tickets to the game against the Brampton Beast, four all-new Thunder souvenir cups and a $20 gift card to Stewart\u2019s Shops all for just $64. It is really one of the best deals you will come across.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Cool Insuring Arena portion of the Coalition\u2019s ownership has been progressing shoulder-to-shoulder with the hockey team. After a solid 2018, this year\u2019s calendar is shaping up nicely. The Fire on ICE Evolution Tour ice racing event will take place on Jan. 26 and tickets are available now at the Upstate Chevy Dealers Box Office.<\/span><\/p>\n

We will see the return of Section 2 Basketball and Wrestling Championships later this year, as well as the SLAM North South Classic on Jan. 27 and Sunmark Shootout on Feb.\u00a0 <\/span>2.<\/span><\/p>\n

The arena has booked a proclaimed comedian for a show in September of this year that will be announced next month. The Adirondack Stampede Rodeo will make its return in November and we are finalizing some concerts to anticipate bringing you the best action that we possibly can.<\/span><\/p>\n

Most notably, we are in the process of bringing the NYSPHSAA Basketball State Championships back home to Glens Falls. There are three different votes that need to pass in order to do so and we have successfully garnered the first two. The third and final vote will come in February and we are optimistic about receiving the bid.<\/span><\/p>\n

There is no doubt about it \u2013 the future looks bright for the Coalition and Cool Insuring Arena. But we would not be where we are today without the support of our community, businesses and local leaders. And we will not continue to grow without that unwavering support. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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