August 11, 2007 - Carolina Fury beats the Carolina Hurricanes 6-5!
Community Relations Manager/Executive Director of Kids 'N Community Foundation, Doug Warf, has been a friend of the Carolina Fury since Jonathan Greeson interned with the Carolina Hurricanes in 2003-2004. The Carolina Fury was brand new and Mr. Warf was willing to help. For example, when the Fury needed boards to play games, Mr. Warf was there to help. He's been seen at many of the exhibition games the last 3 years.
On Saturday night, members of the NHL's Carolina Hurricanes front office came to CBA High School for a night not soon to be forgotten. The Hurricanes came prepared with eleven players from different offices. Those who participated were: Group Sales Representative, Dustin Kilpatrick; Box Office Specialist, Johnny Holland; Client Relations Representative, Matt Horton; Senior Premium Services Coordinator, Katrina Ryan; Community Relations Intern, Gwen Coleman; Community Relations Coordinator, Mike King; Executive Assistant to the President and General Manager, Kelly Kirwin; Manager of Promotions and Fan Development, Jon Chase; Director of Media Relations, Mike Sundheim; Director of Team Operations, Brian Tatum. What this team had that other teams in the past haven't had...Hockey sense.
A little nervous, the Fury started slow and allowed 3 goals before finally scoring in the second period.
Between the second and third periods, Mr. Warf presented Carolina Fury's Jonathan Greeson with a signed framed photo of Carolina Hurricanes Captain Rod Brind'Amour on behalf of the entire Carolina Hurricanes Organization. The gift was in appreciation of Greeson's efforts to start the North Carolina Electric Wheelchair Hockey Association. Mr. Warf said that like Brind'Amour, Jonathan has proven what real leadership can bring to a team and a community. "I don't think I could ever feel more honored", says Greeson.
After an inspired break, the Fury took the lead early in the third period at 5-4. But the Hurricanes stormed back and tied the game at 5-5 with 2:23 to go in the period. Coach Vance Greeson called time-out to talk to his team and plan their strategy. The Fury won the ensuing face-off and positioned themselves to score. With just over a minute to play the Fury took the lead 6-5. The Hurricanes won the face-off and got a couple of shots off before Greeson ran the clock out fighting for the ball against the boards. In the end, Shawn Hessee scored four goals and Kenny Carnes scored twice.
The crowd was great and the Fury and the Hurricanes appreciated the enthusiasm from the crowd. The Fury's next game is September 22. Check out the photos!
Finally, the NCEWHA and the Carolina Fury would like to thank the Carolina Hurricanes, Doug Warf, and staff for all their support. It means more than you know!!
