Saturday, March 10, 2007

From KC Media Relations:

GET CLOSE Events
The Kansas City Wizards have several exciting events coming up designed to allow fans to GET CLOSE to the players and staff of Kansas City's soccer club. The technical side of the organization is in Argentina training until March 22. Upon the team's return to the States, there will be many chances for fans to see the players before the season starts April 14 at D.C. United.

March 24 - The Kansas City Wizards and Harrah's North Kansas City Casino will throw an exclusive kick-off party for players and fans at VooDoo Lounge. VIPs, including season ticket holders and other invitees, will begin arriving at 7 p.m. and will have a chance to mingle with the players and staff. Doors open to the general public at 8 p.m.

VooDoo Lounge and the Wizards are bringing in well-known San Francsico-based DJ Fashen for the event, and Go-Go Dancers will perform throughout the evening. Voice of the Wizards Sean Wheelock will emcee the event and introduce each player individually on stage. Contests and giveaways will be offered, with a grand-prize drawing at midnight for the chance to be a VIP guest at the Sept. 27 match against David Beckham and the Los Angeles Galaxy.

April 5 - The Wizards are looking for a theme song to play at home games, and we need your help. On April 5, Wizards players will be at Blonde on the Plaza, where Kansas City's premier DJs will compete against each other for the top spot and the chance to play their winning song at Wizards home games and to perform live at various Wizards functions. Don't miss out on this exclusive opportunity to hang out with your favorite Wizards players and help choose the Wizards new theme song.

April 6 - The Kansas City Wizards will be at Fuel at 119th and Metcalf for happy hour from 4-6 p.m. Drink specials and contests will highlight the evening. In addition, Mix 93.3 and Fuel will offer $1 hamburgers and the Wizards will hold a soccer trivia contest and team personality scavenger hunt.

April 7 - The Wizards will take on the Seattle Sounders and the University of Evansville in a preseason double header at the Blue Valley District Activities Complex at 135th and Switzer. Come see the Wizards Thursday, Friday and Saturday April 5-7 and GET CLOSE to the players and the action on the field. The first team plays at 5 p.m., and the reserves will follow with a game of their own at 7:30 p.m. Tickets will cost only $5. Check www.kcwizards.com for more information.

Wizards Training in Argentina
The Wizards were scheduled to scrimmage against Argentinean side Defensa & Justicia yesterday at 1 p.m. (CT), but the match was cancelled due to rain and poor weather conditions. Check back with www.kcwizards.com for the latest information regarding scrimmage times and opponents.

CANCELLED ****** March 8th vs. Defensa & Justicia

March 10th vs. Arsenal FC
March 14th vs. Boca
March 21st vs. TBD

KCW Blog Spot: An American 'Keeper in Argentina
Goalkeeper Kevin Hartman premiered his preseason blog, An American 'Keeper in Argentina on Wednesday. The first edition was posted on www.kcwizards.com and will be updated with new entries during the team's trip to South America.

Throughout the year, various Wizards will blog about their experiences as professional soccer players in Kansas City and around the country. Each blog will appear in a special section on the website and will offer unparalleled insight into the lives of our players and staff.

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