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HARBORCENTER HOCKEY PLANS TAKING SHAPE: http://sabres.nhl.co...vid=DL|BUF|home

 

Also announced were plans for youth partnership and coaching development programs and the expansion of the Buffalo Jr. Sabres Youth Organization from one team to seven teams, encompassing several youth hockey age groups, to be overseen by Larry Playfair and Michael Peca.

This is going to be so good. My understanding of youth hockey right now in western NY is that it's really fractured. Too many options for AAA instead of one clear choice that is often affiliated with the local pro team. Some of the the best Roc kids have typically drifted east to Syr to play with the Nationals. Now western NY will have one well funded and stable team to represent. See: http://myhockeyrankings.com/rank.php?y=2013&a=2&v=113 Buffalo will be at the top of that list for Squirt and PeeWee in a few years I bet. Currently the best PeeWee minor team for Buffalo is the Regals at #36 and best Rochester is Grizzlies at #38. Syracuse #3!

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HARBORCENTER ANNOUNCES NEW ADDITIONS: http://sabres.nhl.com/club/news.htm?id=689228

 

HARBORCENTER president John Koelmel today announced the additions of Don Heins and Taylor Gahagen to the staff. Heins assumes the role of Communications Manager, while Gahagen will be the Digital and Promotions Coordinator.

 

“We are very excited to add Don and Taylor to our team,” Koelmel said. “Both are passionate about hockey, volunteer as youth hockey coaches, and bring energy to our public relations and marketing team. They will aid in our goal of developing HARBORCENTER into a destination where hockey thrives at all levels.”

 

Heins joins the HARBORCENTER after spending three years as the weekend sports anchor at YNN, and previously served as the sports director at Time Warner Cable 8 News in Jamestown.

 

Gahagen recently obtained his MBA in marketingfrom Canisius College. The Williamsville native is a 2011 graduate of Fredonia State, and an alumnus of Williamsville North high school.

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‏VERNI TO LEAD THE RESTAURANT & SPORTS BAR AT HARBORCENTER

 

HARBORCENTER President John R. Koelmel announced today that Dominic Verni has been named General Manager of its restaurant and sports bar.

 

“Dom brings tremendous experience and notable success in the food and beverage industry to HARBORCENTER,” Koelmel said. “We are very excited to have him leading the team that will make our restaurant and sports bar one of downtown Buffalo’s most enjoyable and notable entertainment venues.”

 

The yet-to-be-named establishment will be owned and operated by HARBORCENTER. Patrons of the 13,000 square foot, two-level restaurant, with seating for 350, will enjoy fare that is highlighted by Western New York culinary favorites while featuring locally produced ingredients. The menu will be complimented by an extensive collection of craft beers and signature cocktails, available at three feature bars. In addition to being a focus for fans and visitors before and after Sabres home games and other events at the adjoining First Niagara Center, patrons will be able to enjoy the experience of a 36-foot television screen, the largest inWestern New York, as well as other amenities throughout the year.

 

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Dominic Verni has been named General Manager of HARBORCENTER's restaurant and sports bar

 

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The two-level restaurant & sports bar includes: WNY culinary favorites, local ingredients, 350+ seating, 3 feature bars, & a 36ft TV screen

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I have vivid memories of the 2003 Frozen Four. Fans were walking out of what was then HSBC Center looking all around for something to see or do and seeing nothing but desolation. What an embarrassment. If/when we do get another marquee event in Buffalo at least there will be things to occupy the tourists.

 

I just saw Buffalo Iron Works opened on Illinois St. across from the parking garage. I've often wondered if Illinois would be developed into a restaurant/night club district like Mississippi.

 

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‏VERNI TO LEAD THE RESTAURANT & SPORTS BAR AT HARBORCENTER

 

HARBORCENTER President John R. Koelmel announced today that Dominic Verni has been named General Manager of its restaurant and sports bar.

 

“Dom brings tremendous experience and notable success in the food and beverage industry to HARBORCENTER,” Koelmel said. “We are very excited to have him leading the team that will make our restaurant and sports bar one of downtown Buffalo’s most enjoyable and notable entertainment venues.”

 

The yet-to-be-named establishment will be owned and operated by HARBORCENTER. Patrons of the 13,000 square foot, two-level restaurant, with seating for 350, will enjoy fare that is highlighted by Western New York culinary favorites while featuring locally produced ingredients. The menu will be complimented by an extensive collection of craft beers and signature cocktails, available at three feature bars. In addition to being a focus for fans and visitors before and after Sabres home games and other events at the adjoining First Niagara Center, patrons will be able to enjoy the experience of a 36-foot television screen, the largest inWestern New York, as well as other amenities throughout the year.

 

@HARBORCTR

Dominic Verni has been named General Manager of HARBORCENTER's restaurant and sports bar

 

@HARBORCTR

The two-level restaurant & sports bar includes: WNY culinary favorites, local ingredients, 350+ seating, 3 feature bars, & a 36ft TV screen

 

What's Verni's experience? Does he have the contacts around the league to trade waitstaff? Is he any good with the draft, or will we have to stick with bottles?

 

 

I have vivid memories of the 2003 Frozen Four. Fans were walking out of what was then HSBC Center looking all around for something to see or do and seeing nothing but desolation. What an embarrassment. If/when we do get another marquee event in Buffalo at least there will be things to occupy the tourists.

 

I just saw Buffalo Iron Works opened on Illinois St. across from the parking garage. I've often wondered if Illinois would be developed into a restaurant/night club district like Mississippi.

 

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As I'm sure you know from your trips to Bills games, downtown Buffalo is a vastly different place than it was in 2003.

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Former Sabres forward Adam Mair has been hired for the HarborCenter's hockey academy.

 

FORMER SABRE ADAM MAIR JOINS HARBORCENTER TEAM

 

Mair to become a coach at HARBORCENTER's Academy of Hockey

 

HARBORCENTER VP and Director of the Academy of Hockey Kevyn Adams announced today that Adam Mair has agreed to join the HARBORCENTER Academy of Hockey staff as a coach.

 

“Adam Mair embodies everything we’re looking for at the Academy,” Adams said. “He’s an excellent teacher, with a great resume and a tremendous work ethic. He will approach this new part of his career the same way he approached his playing days: with dedication and passion.”

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