It comes around so quickly, doesn’t it?  Here we are at the start of another weekend and game day is upon us once more.

After a great New Year that saw the Storm capture four points from four against Sheffield Steelers, attention turns to the visit of Belfast Giants for this Saturday affair.

Tickets are available for this one so make sure you secure your seat for another great night in the Shelter.  Alternatively, if you are unable to make it, you can watch on our live webcast, available to purchase now.

PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT the rearranged game that was postponed from Friday 3rd December.  As yet, no date has been rescheduled for that fixture so tickets should be purchased as normal this time.

Face off is at 7:00pm, with doors opening for season tickets holders at 5:45pm then for everyone else at 6:00pm.

 

NEXT IN THE STORM SHELTER…

Belfast Giants are in Manchester for the first time this season and after a decent run over the festive period, they will have their sights on getting among the top three.

Seven points out of a possible eight was the product of two Scottish double headers against Fife Flyers and Glasgow Clan over the last eight days so confidence will be high.

Storm took the points in overtime the last time the teams met in Belfast in the second of a double header over there.  Head coach Adam Keefe will not have forgotten that.

 

TICKETS/WEBCAST

Limited tickets remain available for this clash so you can secure your seats for this and future games at the Storm Shelter. The only block with 2 or more seats together for tonight’s game is Block 117. All other blocks have single seats left only but standing tickets are still available!

You can buy yours online at this website or alternatively they can also be purchased by calling 0161 926 8782 or in person at the Planet Ice Box Office.

For disability or wheelchair seating, please contact the Planet Ice box office by email altrincham@planet-ice.co.uk or by telephone on 0161 926 8782.

If you can’t make it, not to worry.  You can cheer on the Storm wherever you are with our game night webcast, available to purchase on Manchester Storm TV as we take you through the action.

Tune in and be part of another big night of hockey in Manchester!

 

THE STORY SO FAR

14 Nov – Belfast 6 Manchester 3 (Elite League)

15 Nov – Belfast 1 Manchester 2 OT (Elite League)

There’s only been two meetings so far this season and both came in mid-November, where Storm were looking good until Giants found another gear to take victory in game one, before Manchester took the second contest to overtime.

There’s never a dull moment when these two come together and this game will be no different when they meet at the Storm Shelter for the first time this season.

 

LAST TIME OUT

Manchester Storm were back in the SSE Arena a night after succumbing to a 6-3 loss the night before, looking to make amends from a game that got away from them.

This time provided a much happier outcome as Cameron Critchlow’s men were more resilient as they took the game to overtime where the visitors were celebrating in the end.

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MATCH NIGHT COMPS

50/50 DRAW

Why not leave the Storm Shelter as a winner through one of our competitions, taking place throughout the night?

We have our 50/50 draw, where you could go home a little richer.  Tickets are only £1 a go so keep an eye out for our match night sellers, or head to the Storm Support desk located under Block 113.

SHIRT OFF THE BACK

After this week’s Winter Classic, we have another whiteout jersey up for grabs in this week’s Shirt off the Back draw as we’re giving away a signed blood jersey from our New Year’s Day game.

Tickets are £1 each so look out for our match night sellers, or head to the Storm Support desk located under Block 113.

Buy your tickets and listen out for the winning number.  It could be you!

CHUCK A PUCK

It’s exactly what it says.  Chuck a foam puck in the direction of Lightning Jack, standing on centre ice and if your puck is the closest, you win a commemorative puck AND a replica jersey of your choice (terms and conditions apply).

You know what to do.  Purchase those pucks (£1 each) and find a great position at the second period break from where you can chuck that puck.  Good luck!

These can be purchased from the Storm Support Match Night Desk located under Block 113.

For any further info about these games – check this information page on the Storm website

 

ARE YOU PLAYING THE FRENZY?

Are you signed up to play the Manchester Storm Forecast Frenzy – a chance to put your knowledge and ice hockey wisdom to the test in our prediction game?

It’s up and running right now and ready for you to come and play, all while doing your bit for Storm in the Community too.  Don’t forget to lock in your score now.

Don’t forget to check the leaderboard too to check on your progress.

Find out more about it by checking out this page and head on over to the Manchester Storm Forecast Frenzy page.

 

ONLINE 50/50 DRAW

You could be a winner EVERY FRIDAY in our new Online 50/50 draw available now.  You might have just missed this week’s draw, but it will be back again next week so don’t miss out!

Buy your online tickets here for a chance to win a bumper cash prize and support the team with draws taking place every Friday at 12 noon

 

STORM SUPPORT

Visit the Storm Support desk underneath block 113 for information on ‘Own and Loan’ equipment for the 25/26 season.

For more information on own and loans, match night experiences and more, download the Storm Support app and keep an eye on social media.

Our website also offers Own and Loan information.

 

SHOP

Whether you fancy a souvenir from your visit to the Storm Shelter or maybe just adding to an already bulging collection of memorabilia, we’re here for whatever your reason is.  With a selection of hoodies, mini car jerseys, mugs, flags and of course jerseys to choose from, a  visit to the Storm Store is a must.

Various jerseys in a range of sizes are available during our open times with the option to personalise as well.

You can visit us at the following opening times:

• Match Nights
• Thursday: 18:00-22:00
• Saturday 8:00-12PM

Skate sharpening is also available.

Alternatively, if you’d rather check everything we have online, visit the Storm online shop here.

 

FOOD & BEVERAGE OFFERS

Don’t forget to take advantage of our great offers of drinks and snacks in Saturday’s game with exclusive in-venue deals.

• Any 3 Pints + 2 Packs of That’s Nuts – £19.99 Excluding Budvar
• Any 3 AU Cane or White Claw Cans – £10
• Any 3 AU Spirits Single + Mixer – £13.50
• Single Jack Daniel’s + Mixer – £3.95
• 2 Hot Chocolates – £5.00

Don’t miss out, these deals are game-time only, brought to you in partnership with Planet Ice and available from the start of the third period until closing time.

 

VIP EXPERIENCE AND HOSPITALITY

Fancy watching your hockey in style?  Then our hospitality packages are available for you and up to 20 people to enjoy the game, with food and drink brought to your box so you don’t miss any of the action.

Find out more about what we offer in our Match Night Hospitality page with details on how to book.

 

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Don’t miss it!

 

NEXT HOME GAME:

If you can’t make it this time around, not to worry as we’re back in the Storm Shelter next Saturday (10th January) for the visit of Cardiff Devils (Face off 7:00pm) and if it’s going to be anything like what we’ve seen before, it has the makings of a cracker.

Get your tickets now and avoid disappointment and we look forward to seeing you next week.

Further fixtures info and how to purchase tickets can be found here.

 

By: Craig Anderson