CENTERPOINT MEDICAL CENTER IS THE NAMING RIGHTS PARTNER FOR THE

COMMUNITY ICE FACILITY AT THE INDEPENDENCE EVENTS CENTER

INDEPENDENCE, Missouri – Global Entertainment Corporation is pleased to announce that the community ice and practice facility for the Missouri Maverick’s CHL Hockey Franchise has been named the Centerpoint Medical Center Community Ice. In addition to the building naming rights, Centerpoint Medical Center’s logo is prominently featured in the center of the ice.

“We are grateful to Centerpoint Medical Center that they have adopted our Community Ice facility and appreciate their willingness to help build hockey and ice-related sports in Eastern Jackson County,” said Global Entertainment Corporation President Rick Kozuback. “We recognize their leadership in the community and look forward to building a strong partnership with them to grow our community ice program to be the best in the region.

“Centerpoint Medical Center is very pleased to be the sponsor of the Community Ice at the Independence Events Center,” said Carolyn Caldwell, CEO, Centerpoint Medical Center.  “Our community is very important to us and we are excited that the City will have such a wonderful center for everyone to enjoy.”

“The community ice facility will quickly become a destination for family entertainment in Independence and the region, and we are looking forward to the involvement and partnership opportunities offered by Centerpoint Medical Center as a naming sponsor,” said Independence Mayor Don Reimal.

The Independence Events Center will recognize Centerpoint Medical Center as the Official Community Ice Naming Rights Partner at the Mid America High School Hockey League game at 5:50 p.m. Saturday, November 14 - the St. Joseph Griffons take on the Independence Jr. Mavericks at the Centerpoint Medical Center Community Ice.  This event is free and open to the public. Executives from Centerpoint Medical Center will be on hand to drop the ceremonial puck.

About Independence Events Center

The Independence Events Center features a state -of-the-art arena with 5,800 fixed seats, 25 luxury suites, 2,000 parking spaces, a grill with a selection of beverage and food offerings and the Centerpoint Medical Center Community Ice facility.

The Independence Events Center will host more than 100 events each year and expects more than 500,000 visitors annually. The Events Center will host a variety of events including concerts, trade shows, professional sporting events, festivals, community ceremonies and is home to the Missouri Mavericks, the new Independence Central Hockey League franchise. For more information on the Independence Events Center, please visit http://www.independenceeventscenter.com

About Centerpoint Medical Center

Centerpoint Medical Center, located near I-70 and 291 Highway in Independence, MO, is a 221-bed acute care hospital specializing in 24-hour emergency services including a Level II Trauma Center, an Accredited Chest Pain Center, women’s services including a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit caring for premature or ill newborns, orthopedic services, sports medicine and wellness, advanced diagnostic imaging, surgical and other acute care services.  Centerpoint Medical Center is part of the HCA Midwest Health System.

About the MAHSHL

The purpose of the Mid America High School Hockey League (“MAHSHL”) is to promote the game of hockey at the high school level in the Mid America region of the United States in a positive manner. The league will provide an equal opportunity for the high school aged player to learn the game, increase their skill level, and share in the enjoyment of playing competitive hockey. The MAHSHL specifically provides a platform for the high school aged player who does not qualify or desire to play AA or AAA Midget hockey, and an opportunity to participate in a well organized and competitive environment. AA and AAA players are eligible to participate subject to the rules and regulations of the MAHSHL. It is our desire that each participant - player, coach, referee, and parent - finds a supportive environment that encourages development to his or her maximum potential. The League will promote competition and fun within a positive environment. In doing so, it will help instill in young players the value and importance of teamwork and exemplary sportsmanship.

About Global Entertainment Corporation

Global Entertainment Corporation is an integrated events and entertainment company. Its venues around the country feature concerts with nationally-known recording artists. Through its wholly-owned subsidiaries, it is involved in sports management and the development of multi-purpose events centers and related real estate entertainment districts. Other GEC subsidiaries include International Coliseums Company, Global Entertainment Marketing Systems, Global Entertainment Ticketing and Encore Facility Management.

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