Solar Bears to televise two games on WKMG News 6

ORLANDO, Fla. – The Orlando Solar Bears have announced that the team has reached an agreement with Graham Media Group to air two Solar Bears home games on WKMG News 6 during the 2018-19 season. The station will televise the following game dates:

• Saturday, Dec. 29 vs. Jacksonville Icemen – 7 p.m.
• Saturday, Feb. 23 vs. Greenville Swamp Rabbits – 7 p.m.

“We are excited to once again be the ‘Official Station of the Orlando Solar Bears,’” said Jeff Hoffman, VP/General Manager of WKMG-TV. “Sports are more than just entertainment. It’s a connection that people have to their community. The Solar Bears Get Results on and off the ice and we’re honored to be a part of their commitment to Central Florida.”

Play-by-play duties will be handled by Solar Bears director of communications and broadcasting Jesse Liebman, now in his fourth season with the organization. Former Solar Bears defenseman and captain and video coordinator Eric Baier will join Liebman in the booth to provide color commentary. Jamia Erban, the team’s in-arena host, will provide interviews and rink-side reports during the game.

“We’re excited to make our return to the airwaves this season and partner with WKMG News 6,” Solar Bears president Chris Heller said. “The station will help us provide our fans with a first-class viewing experience and platform to watch Solar Bears hockey throughout Central Florida.”

About WKMG News 6:

WKMG News 6 is part of Graham Media Group, a subsidiary of Graham Holdings Company (NYSE: GHC), which owns seven local television stations - each in a top-70 market and all recognized as news leaders. WKMG is dedicated to bringing Central Florida’s nine counties information that matters to their lives. From original local programming, relevant investigative and consumer stories, and up to the minute breaking news and weather, News 6 thrives on sharing compelling, empowering stories with the community. As one of Central Florida’s preferred sources for local news and weather, WKMG is committed to providing that same content across every screen the viewer owns. That commitment is evidenced by their top-ranked, news breaking website clickorlando.com.

NEXT GAMES: The Solar Bears return home to host the Atlanta Gladiators on Sunday, Dec. 16 at 1:30 p.m. at the ARS.comRink at Amway Center for a FAIRWINDSSolar Bears Sunday. Visit fairwinds.org/solarbearsfor more information. CLICK HEREto purchase tickets. The Solar Bears will host their annual Teddy Bear Toss, presented by Jewett Orthopaedic Clinic, against the Florida Everblades on Friday, Dec. 21 at 7 p.m. CLICK HEREto take advantage of a special Teddy Bear Toss ticket package.

Festive Four Packs presented by CenturyLink:

Get the perfect holiday stocking stuffer when you purchase a Festive Four Packs, presented by CenturyLink! Pick any four games and get $65 dollars in gift certificates to Dick’s Sporting Goods, Duffy’s Sports Grill, QDOBA Mexican Eats and a FREE center ice ticket to the Orlando Solar Bears Teddy Bear Toss game on Friday, December 21st! Packs start as low as $69.99 – CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE.

2018-19 Season Presented by XYMOPrint:

The 2018-19 Orlando Solar Bears season is presented by XYMOPrint, Orlando’s digital printing experts. As a special offer, fans who call XYMOPrint at (888) 223-9390 from now until June 15, 2019 and reference the Solar Bears will receive 30% off their first order of 500 business cards.

2018-19 Single-Game Tickets Now on Sale:

Single-game tickets for the Orlando Solar Bears 2018-19 regular season home schedule are now on sale. Fans can purchase single-game tickets for as little as $15 at the Amway Center box office, or online at Ticketmaster.com.

2018-19 Season Ticket Memberships:

Season Ticket Membershipsfor the seventh season of ECHL Orlando Solar Bears hockey are now on sale. Full and Half-Season memberships are both available, starting as low as $270. For more information, call (407) 951-8200 or visit orlandosolarbearshockey.com.

About the Orlando Solar Bears:

The Orlando Solar Bears are the proud affiliate of the NHL’s Tampa Bay Lightning and members of the ECHL, the premier “AA” hockey league in North America. In six seasons of operation, the team has qualified for the Kelly Cup Playoffs four times. The Solar Bears are owned and operated by the Orlando Magic and the DeVos Family, and play at the ARS.com Rink at Amway Center, the 2012 Street and Smith’s Sports Business Journal Sports Facility of the Year.

Officially licensed Orlando Solar Bears replica team jerseys, apparel, and headwear can be purchased at orlandosolarbearshockey.com/shop.