SPONSOR THE bartercard Gold Coast Blue tongues
2008 will be the BlueTongue’s 4th season in the AIHL (Australian Ice Hockey League) after 3 seasons in Brisbane. The team will comprise of the best ice hockey talent in Queensland and professional import players from North America and Europe – 22 players in total.
The team has signed a number of high quality imports (7) that include professionals from the National Hockey League (NHL) and other North American and European professional leagues.
The Bartercard Gold Coast BlueTongues are a non-for-profit organization and with all sponsorships, tax invoices will be issued.
The team is also dedicated to growing the sports of ice and inline hockey with Ice Hockey Queensland (IHQ) and Queensland Inline Hockey Association (QILHA). All players dedicate their time to either coach or assist in the development of the state’s young players and the next generation of BlueTongues.
The BlueTongues play a 24 game season commencing in April.
Other events scheduled for the season include :
Corporate Golf Days and events for sponsors, fans and players.
2008 Season Launch in April
2008 Season Awards and Appreciation Night
Ice Hockey and Inline Hockey Development Camps
As well as 14 action packed home games.
SPONSORSHIP
1. Event Rights
Designations
Official Bartercard Gold Coast BlueTongues Sponsor
Marks
Use of the Bartercard Gold Coast BlueTongues Logo
Tickets
Complimentary tickets: Import and Signage Sponsors will receive 4 season tickets valid for all 14 home games of the BlueTongue season.
Season tickets present an opportunity to introduce not just yourself but your employees to the world of ice hockey. Season tickets can be used for incentives, opportunities for employee bonding or just a chance for a valuable staff member to take his family to a game and enjoy a fun and positive afternoon with some of the game’s most passionate fans.
2. Media Exposure
Import Sponsor
1m x 3m sign on Ice Rink Barrier for full season
Sponsor Logo on all posters and flyers
Sponsor Logo on signage at all BlueTongues EventsRecognition on BlueTongues website as Import Sponsor with Sponsor’s logo and link to website
1/4 page advertisment in All Game Programs (400 per game)Public Address announcements through out game (min. 2 per game)
Signage Sponsor
1m x 2 m sign on Ice Rink Barrier for Full Season
Recognition n BlueTongues website as Signage Sponsor with Sponsor’s Logo and link to website
1/ 8 Page advertisment in All Game Programs (400 per game)
Public Address announcements through out game (min. 1 per game)
Both levels of sponsorship offer substantial signage and promotional opportunities including advertising within the game programs (that’s over 5000 ads working for you), public address promotion at games and on the rinks boards.
Two games a weekend may seem like a small amount but ice rinks unlike football stadium aren’t just used for pro team games, and for the one code sponsored. Signage at an ice rink is present through not only the bluetongues 14 home games but through every club hockey game, every regional competition, training session. It’s working for you at every figure skating session, every curling match and every public skate session (there’s 3 a day 7 days a week, that’s 21 extra advertising changes each week).
3. Merchandise
Import Sponsor
4 x BlueTongues Polo and Hat
Signage Sponsor
1 x BlueTongues Polo and Hat
4. Hospitality
Both Import and Signage Sponsors have access to VIP area within the rink which includes VIP hospitality, a licensed bar and banquet facilities for team functions.
In addition to this, areas are reserved within the rink for VIP season ticket holders to enjoy the game from the best position.
Why be an import sponsor?
Imports are one of the key elements to both the Bluetongues and the Queensland Ice Hockey community. In sponsoring an import not only are you helping support a player who brings a high skill level to the team but you are benefiting the local sporting community with access to the wealth of knowledge and experience an import brings.
Imports play an intengral role in developing the sport in Queensland, as the players, many of whom have played in the world’s elite leagues (NHL, CHL and NCAA to name a few), pass on their knowledge and expertise to benefit the game’s younger generation.
Without sponsorship however, to help cover the costs incurred in bringing these invaluable resources to the team and allowing them to give their time to the ice hockey community, much of the benefit that can be gained by their presence is lost.
2008 SPONSORSHIP, ADVERTISING & MEMBERSHIP SUMMARY
Import Sponsor - $5,000
• Four (4) Season tickets to all 14 Blue Tongue Home Games
• 4 x Blue Tongue Polo and 4 x Hat
• Sponsor logo on one – 3m X 1m sign on Ice Rink Barrier for 2008 Season
• Sponsor logo on all posters and flyers
• Sponsor logo on signage at all Blue Tongue Events
• Entry into Grand Finals Draw (Airfares and Accommodation)
• Sponsor Logo on Blue Tongues website and Link to Sponsor’s website
• Quarter Page advertisement in All Game Programs (14 games X
400/game)
• Designated Sponsor of 1 Blue Tongue Import Player
• Public address announcements throughout the game (minimum 2 per
game)
Signage Sponsor - $1,350
• Four (4) Season Tickets to all 14 Blue Tongue Home games
• 1 x Blue Tongue Polo and 1 x Hat
• Entry into Grand Finals Draw (Airfares and Accommodation)
• Sponsor Logo on Blue Tongues website and Link to Sponsor’s website
• Sponsor logo on one – 2m X 1m sign on Ice Rink Barrier for 2008 Season
• 1/8 of a page advertisement in All Game Programs (14 games X
400/game)
• Public address announcements throughout the game (minimum 1 per
game)
Club 500 Membership - $500
• Family Pass – 2 Adults and 2 Children to all 14 home games
• 1 x Blue Tongue Polo and 1 x Hat
• Entry into Grand Finals Draw (Airfares and Accommodation)
• Family Name or Business Name on “Club 500” Membership Board in Rink
• Club 500 Member name on Blue Tongues website
For details on Team Sponsorship, or to become actively involved please contact team President, Dave Emblem on 
Upcoming Games
| DATE | HOME | AWAY | TIME |
| 23 Aug | Blue Tongues | A's | 3:30pm |
| 24 Aug | Blue Tongues | A's | 3:30pm |
Previous Games
Home teams on top row| Date | Teams | P1 | P2 | P3 | F |
| 17 August | Bears Blue Tongues |
3 2 |
3 2 |
2 0 |
8 4 |
| 16 August | Knights Blue Tongues |
3 1 |
2 2 |
4 3 |
9 6 |
| 10 August | Blue Tongues Ice |
1 4 |
0 3 |
0 2 |
1 9 |
| 9 August | Blue Tongues Ice |
2 0 |
1 2 |
3 2 |
6 4 |
AIHL Standings
| Current as of 19 August, 2008 | ||
| GP | Pts | |
| The Bears (Sydney) | 26 | 58 |
| Melbourne Ice | 28 | 54 |
| Newcastle North Stars | 27 | 50 |
| Western Sydney Ice Dogs | 26 | 48 |
| Canberra Knights | 27 | 34 |
| Gold Coast Blue Tongues | 26 | 27 |
| Adelaide A's | 26 | 26 |
| Central Coast Rhinos | 26 | 21 |
Individual Leaders
| Current as of 20 August, 2008 | ||
| Goals: | Gaetan Royer | 22 |
| Assists: | Bryan Lachance | 21 |
| Points: | Gaetan Royer | 34 |
| PIMS: | Bryan Lachance | 138 |
| PPG: | Gaetan Royer | 5 |
| SHG: | Gaetan Royer | 3 |
| GAA | Simo Mustonen | 4.67 |
| SV% | Simo Mustonen | 86.38 |
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