Ottawa SkyHawks announce 2013-14 season schedule

Tickets and flex packs go on sale Wednesday, Oct. 2, at 10 a.m.

OTTAWA – The Ottawa SkyHawks of the National Basketball League of Canada have announced their 2013-14 season schedule. Playing 20 games on their home court at the acclaimed Canadian Tire Centrealong with 20 games on the road, the SkyHawks are gearing up for an exciting 40-game regular season.

The SkyHawks historical opening night will take place on Saturday, Nov. 2, with tip-off scheduled for 7 p.m. against the Windsor Express at Canadian Tire Centre. This will be the debut of Ottawa’s first professional basketball team, an expansion team playing in the NBLC. The Ottawa SkyHawks pledge to deliver top-tier basketball, exciting halftime shows and non-stop action for the whole family.

Ottawa Skyhawks 2013-14 regular-season home schedule:

Saturday, Nov. 2, at 7 p.m. vs. Windsor Express
Wednesday, Nov. 6, at 7 p.m. vs. Halifax Rainmen
Saturday, Nov. 16, at 7 p.m. vs. Mississauga Power
Friday, Nov. 22, at 7 p.m. vs. Island Storm
Saturday, Nov. 23, at 7 p.m. vs. Mississauga Power
Wednesday, Nov. 27, at 7 p.m. vs. Moncton Miracles
Friday, Nov. 29, at 7 p.m. vs. Windsor Express
Wednesday, Dec. 4, at 7 p.m. vs. London Lightning
Thursday, Dec. 5, at 7 p.m. vs. Brampton A’s
Wednesday, Dec. 11, at 7 p.m. vs. Brampton A’s
Sunday, Dec. 22, at 2 p.m. vs. London Lightning
Sunday, Dec. 29, at 2 p.m. vs. Brampton A’s
Thursday, Jan. 23, at 7 p.m. vs. Brampton A’s
Monday, Jan. 27, at 7 p.m. vs. London Lightning
Wednesday, Feb. 5, at 7 p.m. vs. St. John Mill Rats
Tuesday, Feb. 11, at 7 p.m. vs. Windsor Express
Wednesday, Feb. 12, at 7 p.m. vs. Mississauga Power
Saturday, Feb. 15, at 7 p.m. vs. London Lightning
Sunday, Feb. 16, at 2 p.m. vs. Mississauga Power
Monday, Feb. 24, at 7 p.m. vs. Windsor Express

Individual ticket prices start as low as $20.60 per game, which includes all taxes and convenience charges. Five-game flex packs start at $147, while 10-game flex packs can be purchased for $180. The Ottawa Skyhawks will be offering special pricing on family 4-packs for all Sunday afternoon games, which is part of the SkyHawks commitment to provide top level entertainment at an affordable price.

There are benefits to buying early, as fans will get the opportunity to pick their seat and choose the same seats for multiple games. The SkyHawks will also be rolling out an exclusive rewards program that will provide fans with the opportunity to earn rewards on ticket purchases and for supporting the team. Rewards points can then be redeemed for game tickets, merchandise and exclusive access to special offers.

The SkyHawks are putting together a championship calibre team as analysts have already pinpointed Ottawa as having a strong chance at being a major contender in its first year in the NBLC. Under the leadership of head coach Kevin Keathley, the SkyHawks have recruited the best talent available to attend training camp, which includes local and Canadian professional basketball players who have been playing outside of Canada.

Tickets for all Ottawa Skyhawks home games can be purchased by visiting www.CapitalTickets.ca, by phone at 613-599-FANS (3267) or 1-877-788-FANS (3267); in person at The Sens Store at Carlingwood Mall and Place d’Orléans, any Ottawa Sports Experts location, Les Galeries de Hull, Ottawa Festivals and at the Canadian Tire Centre box office.

Capital Tickets is the only authorized ticket vendor for Canadian Tire Centre events. Tickets purchased through unauthorized ticket vendors are subject to cancellation and purchasers may be denied access to the event. Only those tickets purchased through authorized vendors are guaranteed seating.

For more information on the Ottawa SkyHawks, please visit www.ottawaskyhawks.com.

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